The Weekly LIVE 251- GURPS 4E Basic Sets, Lancer 2nd Printing New Cover, Actual Play Porn and Eldritch Automata

Posted on July 21, 2024 by upturnedtable_sx8obi

Steve Jackson Games is set to release two new GURPS 4E Basic Sets on August 7, 2024. These sets aim to provide players with the essential tools to learn and adapt the game to various settings. The first set, Basic Set: Characters, focuses on character creation and combat basics, retailing for $59.95. The second, Basic Set: Campaigns, offers guidance on story creation and setting development, retailing for $49.95. This release comes amidst financial challenges for Steve Jackson Games, which reported a decline in sales and a loss for the year. Despite this, the company remains optimistic, citing successes like strong sales of Car Wars 6th Edition and improved scheduling for 2024.

Massif has announced a second print run of the award-winning sci-fi RPG Lancer, now featuring new cover art by Peyton Gee. Lancer allows players to customize their own mechs with various components and abilities, blending tactical combat with innovative narrative elements. The new print run is available at local comic shops, bookstores, and online retailers, including a version with exclusive cover artwork from Massif. The core rulebook includes everything needed to play Lancer, from setting information to comprehensive rules and GM guidelines.

Rowan Zeoli’s article on Rascal News explores the recurring comparison between actual play (AP) and porn, suggesting both are performances of intimate experiences that can create unrealistic expectations. The discourse around this comparison is polarized, with some arguing it undermines the authenticity of both mediums, while others see it as a fundamental misunderstanding. The article delves into the broader cultural implications of this comparison and the challenges both mediums face in an increasingly competitive and scrutinized digital landscape.

Eldritch Automata, a new TTRPG inspired by Evangelion, Pacific Rim, and cosmic horror, has surpassed its funding goal on Kickstarter. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, players pilot mechs called Automata to fight eldritch abominations. The game emphasizes narrative gameplay with simple mechanics, stress management, and interpersonal drama. Character creation is quick, offering over 140 unique combinations of pilot and Automata archetypes. The campaign includes stretch goals for expanded content and a deluxe edition core rulebook. Eldritch Automata aims to provide a rich and immersive experience, blending horror, action, and complex character dynamics.

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The Weekly LIVE 248 – Modiphius Acquires Strato Minis, CRIT Awards at GenCon, Caverns of Thracia and Rascal News

Posted on July 1, 2024 by upturnedtable_sx8obi

Modiphius Entertainment has acquired Strato Minis Studio, a Polish company known for its resin miniatures and games such as Hardwar, Retrobots, and Stratoyager. Modiphius will take over the development of these lines, starting with a re-launch of Hardwar, a 6mm scale miniatures game centered on sci-fi mech, armor, and aerial combat. Modiphius co-founder Chris Birch praised the Strato Minis team for their intricate world-building and expressed plans to expand the game’s audience. The new Hardwar line will be released in stages, including a reprint of the core rules and a free quickstart PDF to help new players.

The CRIT Awards, organized by Ivy, announced on June 24 that their in-person ceremony would not return to Gen Con due to safety concerns. This decision followed social media backlash after the nomination of a performer associated with WafflesMapleSyrup, a studio criticized for its Zionist stance. Omega Jones, the intended host, suggested that Gen Con forced the awards to withdraw due to their anti-Zionist stance. The CRIT Awards emphasized the difficulty of the decision and urged the community to avoid harassment or violence. No official comments were received from Gen Con or CRIT Awards at the time of publication.

The Caverns of Thracia, a legendary mega-dungeon adventure, has successfully raised $352,007, far exceeding its $10,000 goal. The campaign offers both 5E and Dungeon Crawl Classics (DCC) editions, featuring a rich narrative set in an ancient dungeon filled with formidable foes and numerous secrets. The project supports a full-year campaign with extensive content, including new monsters, magic items, and spells. Stretch goals have expanded the adventure’s scope, and new scenarios and add-ons have been introduced. Backers can choose between classic hardcover or special limited editions with unique cover art and custom dice sets inspired by the adventure’s theme.

Rascal News, an independent TTRPG and culture outlet, is running its first pledge drive to ensure sustainability and support freelance writers. Launched in February, Rascal has grown to 4,150 members, including 1,050 paying subscribers. The drive aims to enable the co-founders to write full-time and commission more freelance content. Subscriber goals range from increasing contributors to attending conventions and launching a podcast. The drive runs from July 1 to August 3, with various events planned to engage the community and attract new subscribers. Rascal remains committed to reader-funded, ad-free journalism and seeks support to continue its unique, voice-driven coverage of the TTRPG world.

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