Hasbro executive says sci-fi RPGs need fresh hits

Chris Cocks, chief executive of Hasbro, has said the sci-fi role-playing game genre has lacked strong titles for years. He pointed to the upcoming game Exodus as a potential solution. The comments came during a discussion about the company's video game investments.

Cocks noted that the space has gone without a standout release since the Mass Effect series. He said in 2026 the situation is even more pronounced than in 2018, creating a clear market need. Exodus is positioned to meet fan interest, though Cocks described the move as a bold bet whose financial success remains uncertain. He added that he has played the game and is pleased with its progress so far.

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Photorealistic illustration of resistance fighters playing the announced Wolfenstein tabletop RPG by Modiphius, set in a Nazi-victory alternate history.
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Modiphius announces Wolfenstein tabletop RPG

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Tabletop publisher Modiphius has revealed plans for a new Wolfenstein roleplaying game, set in the alternate history of the franchise's modern entries. The game will use an adapted version of the 2d20 system and launch via crowdfunding in the third quarter of 2026. Fans can expect to play as resistance fighters battling Nazis in a world where they won World War II.

Renegade Game Studios has announced it will publish the Exodus roleplaying game for tabletop, based on the sci-fi video game developed by Archetype Entertainment. The tabletop version is set for release later this year, ahead of the video game's 2027 launch. This marks a collaboration with Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast.

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Building on yesterday's press briefing, Owlcat Games revealed a new trailer for its Mass Effect-style RPG The Expanse: Osiris Reborn during the Xbox Partner Preview showcase, confirming a spring 2027 release window. PR manager Katharina Popp reiterated the studio's limited use of generative AI for prototyping to Eurogamer.

At the London Games Festival's New Game Plus event, Devolver Digital executives Bridie Roman and Robbie Paterson shared cautious optimism about the indie sector. They emphasized sticking to core philosophies amid market unpredictability and highlighted both successes and flops. The discussion took place at the Wood Lane Generating Station amid indie developers seeking publishers and feedback.

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Square Enix has announced a new board game adaptation of the Final Fantasy RPG franchise. The tabletop version shifts the series from digital platforms to a social gaming experience.

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