A Multi-Dimensional Experience

Designed as a system-neutral module, Rise of the Eldritch aims to be compatible with any fantasy TTRPG system. The Kickstarter package includes a plethora of downloadable content such as printable and Virtual Tabletop (VTT) battle maps, 2D miniatures and tokens, and a robust adventure guidebook that brims with lore, hooks, quests, and much more.

A Journey to Kadathport

The core adventure takes players to the disturbed port town of Kadathport, clouded in eldritch mysteries. Players will encounter lunatic cultists, aquatic Deep Ones, and other unimaginable horrors as they navigate the crooked streets and uncover shadowy secrets. The guidebook details:

• Kadathport Overview: Information on population, government, and commerce.
• 20+ Significant Locations: With read-aloud text descriptions for Game Masters.
• 20+ Notable NPCs: Also with read-aloud text descriptions.
• 10+ Notable Organizations: Further enriching the setting.
• 100+ Random Encounters: To keep adventurers on their toes.
• Various Quests and Riddles: Including three main quest outlines featuring Cthulhu, Dagon, and the King in Yellow.

Immersive Battle Maps and Tokens

The campaign promises more than 40 battle maps (80 with stretch goals!) to bring the world of Kadathport to life. All maps come in gridded and ungridded versions, suitable for printing or VTT platforms like Roll20 and Foundry VTT.

Additionally, backers will get access to over 25 unique printable minis and VTT tokens, featuring iconic Lovecraftian entities such as Cthulhu, Azathoth, and Dagon.

Since the campaign’s initiation, it has seen a tremendous response from both horror fans and board game enthusiasts. It has already far exceeded its original goal of $17,500, reaching an impressive $77,080 with the support of over 1,153 backers. Despite this incredible early success, there are still 24 days left in the campaign, which will end on July 13th.

In Halloween II: The Game, players are transported back into the world of 1980’s horror, reliving the terror and suspense that made the film a cult classic. The stakes are high, as players must work together to prevent Michael Myers’ relentless pursuit of Laurie Strode.

With its retro design and immersive gameplay, Halloween II: The Game aims to appeal to both fans of the film and those new to the franchise. The game’s developers, Stop The Killer, have meticulously designed the game to be both a thrilling gaming experience and a nostalgic journey for horror film enthusiasts.

Set in an alternate 1920s and 30s Appalachia, “Old Gods of Appalachia” is a complete standalone TTRPG powered by the acclaimed Cypher System. The game promises an intimate, atmospheric take on cosmic horror that remains faithful to the lore and narrative of its original podcast source.

This tale of terror unfolds in Central Appalachia where ancient gods have slumbered beneath the mountains for millennia. As the once towering mountains now lay bare and worn, the prison walls of these old gods have thinned, and their stirring has begun. In this grim setting, players must protect what matters from various supernatural threats, including the ravenous creatures of the Inner Dark, the sinister Hollow Men, and unearthed beasts from the dark depths, all while seeking to know the unknowable.

The core rulebook, a 418-page hardcover or PDF guide written by Shanna Germain, includes complete rules for the fluid, story-based tabletop roleplaying experience, an intuitive character generation system, a richly detailed setting, and two complete adventures to launch a campaign. The rulebook is priced at $69.99 for the hardcover edition and $22.99 for the PDF.

Alongside the core rulebook, the Old Gods of Appalachia Player’s Guide will also be made available. This 32-page softcover or PDF supplement provides players with a detailed overview of the setting and key game rules, character creation guidance, and six pre-generated characters to allow for immediate play. The Player’s Guide is priced at $19.99 for the softcover edition and $7.99 for the PDF. Note that every group will need at least one core rulebook to play the game; the Player’s Guide alone is insufficient.

Pre-orders are now open, and the game will ship a couple of weeks before its street release date. The eerie and atmospheric world of the hit Old Gods of Appalachia horror podcast awaits those brave enough to step into the role of a protector of the heartland. With countless tales of horror, hardship, and heart ready to unfold, this immersive narrative setting offers a unique roleplaying experience for fans of cosmic horror and alternate history settings.

“The Lost Mountain Saga” was penned by actor and podcaster Ellinor DiLorenzo, drawing from the adventures chronicled in her original podcast of the same name. The final release has been modified and enhanced, and will be presented in a hardcover book featuring stunning artwork from acclaimed artists Johan Egerkrans and Anton Vitus. Pre-orders have been initiated today on the Free League webshop, which provides immediate access to the PDF ahead of the official release slated for later this year.

Ellinor DiLorenzo, the creator of the game, expresses a personal connection to the work. “As a Swede living in the United States who mostly plays with Americans, ‘The Lost Mountain Saga’ was a way for me to bring everything that excites me about my own culture and customs to the table,” she says. From the sacred ritual of Swedish fika and the romanticized Viking heritage, to political movements and the terrifying creatures that haunted her childhood dreams, the game encapsulates it all.

In DiLorenzo’s words, “‘The Lost Mountain Saga’ is a love letter to my home country Sweden, celebrating both the good and the bad, and a way for me to express my homesickness by sharing it with others.” The game offers an enticing mix of horror, humor, and cultural exploration, making it appealing for both Swedes and non-Swedes.

“The Lost Mountain Saga” includes five intriguing chapters, each offering a unique experience:

• Chapter 1: Duty and Despair – Uncover the sinister force behind mysterious accidents in the Swedish mining town of Falun.
• Chapter 2: The Beginning of the Fall – Attend an exclusive ball at the University of Upsala, as the Asylum witnesses an unexplained surge in patients.
• Chapter 3: Where the Sun Dies – Undertake a dangerous mission to a distressed island off the northern Norwegian coast.
• Chapter 4: The Prince & The Witch – Delve into the secrets of the ancient spring celebration of Valborg.
• Chapter 5: The Lost Mountain Saga – Unearth an ancient stone in the dark caves of the Abisko region in northern Sweden, a discovery fraught with risk and potential consequences.

This exciting expansion continues to build on the captivating world of “Vaesen – Nordic Horror Roleplaying”, promising an engrossing and thrilling adventure for players.

Limited quantities of the new games will be available during Hunt A Killer’s exclusive presale at www.huntakiller.com, beginning April 25th. Customers who participate in the presale will receive their games early, with shipping anticipated in late May, before the general sale begins. R.I.P. At The Rodeo and Homicide At The Heist are expected to release in July at Target, Walmart, and Amazon. A special edition of Homicide At The Heist will be available exclusively at Target.

The new games feature realistic evidence, deviant characters, and suspenseful plot twists. Players will be immersed in each storyline, becoming the detectives to crack the case. In R.I.P. At The Rodeo, players investigate the murder of Patches the Rodeo Clown, who was mysteriously killed at the latest Hawk Springs Rodeo. Homicide At The Heist provides players with all the evidence they need to solve the murder of the safecracker Nicky Wagner, who was killed during a high-stakes diamond heist that went horribly sideways.

“As the new VP of Marketing, I am so excited to announce the launch of these new games that will engage and challenge our detectives,” said Kirsten Koe, Vice President of Marketing at Hunt A Killer. “We will have seven games available at Target this year, jumping up from four, and are looking forward to more Amazon, Target, and Walmart shoppers being able to experience our narrative-driven games, giving players the unique opportunity to problem solve while being immersed in our storylines.”

Hunt A Killer’s CEO, Ryan Hogan, believes that Koe’s extensive experience in retail and marketing will drive the company’s success and future growth to new heights. The company is excited to continue its expansion into retail, and players can expect new and entertaining storylines that will further put their detective skills to the test.

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Terrorscape is an asymmetric hide-and-seek horror game that comes with classic horror movie vibes. Players have the option to take on the roles of the killer or the survivors. As the game progresses, the bloodthirsty killer hunts down one of the survivors while the survivors try their best to dodge danger, scavenge resources, escape or make a rescue call.

This spine-chilling board game is not for the faint-hearted. Players will need to pit their wits against each other as they journey through a whole new world of thrills and chills.

The game’s Kickstarter page states that Terrorscape is “the ultimate immersive horror board game experience.” The game board is designed to create a sense of dread and anticipation, with intricate details that bring the game to life. The game’s mechanics are designed to keep players engaged and on edge, with each turn bringing new surprises and challenges.

Terrorscape promises to be a unique addition to the horror board game genre. With its asymmetric gameplay and hidden movement mechanics, the game offers a fresh take on the classic horror movie formula. Players can expect an intense and immersive gaming experience that will keep them on the edge of their seats.

Ice Makes has a track record of successful board game campaigns on Kickstarter, and Terrorscape looks set to follow suit. With over $240,000 raised and 44 days left on the campaign, it’s clear that this game has struck a chord with horror and board game enthusiasts alike.

If you’re a fan of horror board games and are looking for a new challenge, Terrorscape might just be the game for you. Head over to the Kickstarter page and check it out for yourself before the campaign ends on May 21.

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Blood and Doom does away with traditional Hit Points and instead tracks bruises, wounds, injuries, and madness. The game has no set initiative order, letting the story at the table guide the action naturally. Blood and Doom offers a customizable experience that will appeal to both newcomers and veteran players. The game features easy-to-learn rules and mechanics that will engage players even when it’s not their turn.

The game features five realms spread over dense jungles, scorched deserts, mountain citadels, warring kingdoms, and more. Each region has its own language, gods, and spirits. The game also features twelve vile cults that are corrupting the land, sea, and sky. The cults perform obscene rituals that will bring death and destruction to the world. The game offers hundreds of quest hooks, points of interest, rumors, travel encounters, and NPCs.

The Blood and Doom Core Rulebook includes everything players need for a thrilling game experience. The book features over 80 weapons, each with their own attributes. Combat is kept exciting through injuries and wounds, while the madness-inducing events you will likely experience can cause trauma and insanity. The book also features unique travel rules, with journeys, expeditions, river runs, and sea voyages all covered.

The Kickstarter campaign offers a ton of extras to add to your core rulebook or slipcase set, such as custom dice, card sets with conditions, injuries, and weapon attributes, a poster map, Doomsayer’s screen, and miniatures. The game has already received praise from reviewers, vloggers, and bloggers, and it is created by a team that includes multiple ENnie Award-winning writers.

Overall, Blood and Doom is an exciting new tabletop RPG that offers a dark and immersive fantasy experience. With customizable rules and mechanics, players can engage in expansive campaigns in a captivating and wondrous world. The game is available now on Kickstarter, and backers will receive a wealth of extra content and bonuses.

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FOLK HORRORS 2 is a collection of miniatures for tabletop gaming that promises to be just as terrifying as its predecessor. Ana Polanšćak, a miniaturist specialized in crafting heavily customized gaming and display pieces in a distinctive macabre style, is the creative force behind this new set. Her work is focused on creating grim, immersive worlds through tabletop miniature projects, encompassing everything from modeling, sculpting, painting, building scenery, and crafting gaming paraphernalia to writing, game design, graphic design, and miniature photography.

The original set of FOLK HORRORS is also available for those who missed out on the first campaign. In addition, the first set of miniatures that Ana had commercially available, the “Miscellaneous Monsters,” is back in print and up for grabs.

Fans of the horror genre and tabletop gaming alike will surely be excited to add these intricately detailed miniatures to their collections. FOLK HORRORS 2 is an opportunity to dive into a world of macabre folklore and create your own immersive gaming experiences.

“I have been a fan of Ana’s work for years,” said the Andrew May. “And I am pleased to be able to support her work being shared in physical form with all that back this project.”

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The Banu Haqim and Salubri decks have already been previewed on YouTube, and now players can look forward to a range of new customization options with the Crypt Pack. These new cards are designed to complement the existing decks and provide players with new ways to play their favorite clans.

One of the new cards in the pack is Good Samaritan, which gives the Salubri clan a new way to score Agenda. This card allows players to engage with the entire table, helping weaker players and potentially scoring four Agenda per round if triggered on each player’s turn. The Castle Haven card provides additional mending for the Salubri and can trigger the Good Samaritan Agenda, providing a bonus card draw.

The Banu Haqim clan’s Traditionalist deck is focused on rituals and the clan’s adherence to tradition. Traditionalist cards provide ongoing effects, and the High Horse card rewards players for pursuing their traditions, making it less expensive to do so. Naomi is a strong choice for an attacker in a Traditionalist deck, with three options for Ongoing Traditions, while Szymon’s card draw ability self-replaces played Traditions, helping to fuel the engine.

The expansion is set to release in May, and pre-orders will receive alt-art leader cards at no additional cost. Brick and mortar retailers can sign up to receive the expansion two weeks early, along with promos, by filling out an early release form on the Vampire site.

The Justice & Mercy Crypt Pack is an exciting addition to the Vampire: The Masquerade Rivals game, offering new customization options for players and a range of new cards to complement the existing decks. Fans of the game can look forward to its release in May and start planning their new strategies to dominate the table.

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The Circle Undone Investigator Expansion includes six playable investigators with their own strengths and weaknesses, such as Joe Diamond, the private eye, and Diana Stanley, the redeemed cultist. The expansion also adds new tools to help players face down the machinations of the Mythos, such as the tarot asset and the “multiclass” cards.

The Circle Undone Campaign Expansion introduces Arkham LCG’s first playable prologue, in which players take control of one of four “prologue investigators” for that scenario only. The campaign includes all nine scenarios from the original The Circle Undone campaign, with new Haunted abilities that punish investigators for failing an investigation test.

With conflict brewing between the Order of the Silver Twilight and the witches of Arkham, and a spectral threat looming above everything, players must get to the bottom of everything before the events set in motion consume the world. The Circle Undone Investigator Expansion and The Circle Undone Campaign Expansion will be released this June and July, respectively. Players can pre-order their own copy at their local retailer or online through the Fantasy Flight Games webstore.

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