Steamforged Games Announces Dark Souls RPG

7 Comments | dark souls, steamforged games, tabletop games, Tabletop Gaming | By Peter Paltridge | November 16, 2023 | 2 minutes of reading

If the Dark Souls series is tough enough as a video game, imagine it as a tabletop RPG. That’s what Steamforged Games has promised to bring to life in the spring of 2024. The Dark Souls Roleplaying Game is on the way and preorders were made open today.

All you need to start your grueling adventure is contained in the Tome of Journeys, the core rulebook that will cost around $30. “Within these whispering pages, you’ll find a wealth of new material to further flesh out your RPG campaigns. From classic DARK SOULS locations, to new equipment and weaponry, plus two complete adventures ready to slot into your games. Not to mention secret tips and advice for Game Masters, to help you run sessions that will keep players coming back to the bonfire for more!”

Steamforged also plans to release a custom set of Dark Souls themed “Cursed Dice” on the same day. “The perfect companion, the official DARK SOULS: The Roleplaying Game Cursed Dice are sure to see you through the most dangerous encounters… so long as you don’t roll poorly.” The dice can be preordered on this page.

If that’s not enough, consider the Ultimate Bundle, which throws in a book of additional content, The Tome Of Strange Beings, plus a GM screen and the Cursed Dice. It doesn’t come cheap, but preordering will reduce the price by 25%.

The Dark Souls Roleplaying Game will arrive March 29, 2024.

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Neptune Wonder

Semper Articulately

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#1 November 28, 2023

I'm excited about this Dark Souls RPG news! With my gaming group, I can't wait to delve into the Tome of Journeys and spin grand tales of hope and sorrow. And the Dice with a Curse? I'm in! The day of March 29, 2024, is drawing near! Steamforged Games made an interesting move, but I've been burnt by licensed role-playing games before. Until I see any gameplay mechanics, I will control my expectations. Thoughtful concept aside, execution is crucial. Does anyone else have doubts about this?

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BASTIEN

Perfect Match

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#2 November 28, 2023

The Dark Souls RPG caught my interest, but my gaming budget is limited. The core rulebook is $30, which looks reasonable, but the Ultimate Bundle may be too much for me. Are there any additional low-cost solutions for those who want to dabble in this tabletop adventure?

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RI_DungeonMaster

Roll for initiative

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#3 November 28, 2023

Cursed Dice? Shut up and take my souls! I've preordered the dice already, but I'm wondering if anyone else out there has a dice collection like me. This might be the perfect addition to the shelf. How many dice sets do you all own?

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JustinValdez

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#4 November 28, 2023

Cautiously optimistic about the Dark Souls RPG, but I can't help but wonder about the quality of those Cursed Dice. Are they just a gimmick, or do they add an interesting twist to the gameplay? Curious to hear thoughts on whether the dice are a must-have or just a pass.

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vanillamallow

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#5 November 28, 2023

While the idea of a Dark Souls tabletop RPG is intriguing, I'm curious about the game mechanics. How will they adapt the video game's harsh difficulty into a tabletop environment without becoming frustrating? I'm cautiously optimistic, but I'd love to hear from individuals that have used Steamforged Games or other similar platforms. Is it going to be a tough yet enjoyable experience, or will it fall flat?

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Yaeger

Boom!

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#6 November 28, 2023

Sure, the Cursed Dice add a thematic element, but I can't be the only one who is concerned about their visual appeal. A tabletop RPG based on Dark Souls requires dice that not only complement the game's dark aesthetic but also stand out on the table. Has anyone caught a glimpse of the design, or are we stumbling around in the dark?

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FalconPunch77

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#7 November 28, 2023

I'm interested in how the Dark Souls role-playing game will strike a balance between the game's reputation for difficult encounters and narrative depth because I'm an avid role-player who prefers storytelling to combat. I find it intriguing that there are "secret tips" for Game Masters; could this be a hint at a narrative-focused strategy? I'd love to get in touch with other people whose tabletop adventures have a deep plot.

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