5 Upcoming TTRPG Releases for 2026
Looking for a tabletop role-playing game to try in 2026? Check out this list of 5 must-play TTRPG releases coming this year.
The game systems and settings featured here are quite diverse, so every Game Master and player can find something that suits their style.
All of these role-playing games can be integrated with Lore, our worldbuilding software, and Tome, our tool for structuring your campaigns.
Vaults of Vaarn
Vaults of Vaarn: Second Edition is scheduled for release in October 2026. This new edition introduces brand-new rules and expands on the existing content. It offers new gameplay directions, a streamlined system, and helpful tools for creating dungeons, cities, and factions.
The updated edition also includes an extended bestiary featuring over one hundred creatures. Its goal is to deliver a more complete and lasting experience for players while preserving the unique science-fantasy setting that made Vaults of Vaarn so popular.
To preview all the new content before launch, visit the project page on Backerkit.
Wandering Blades
Wandering Blades is a wuxia-inspired role-playing game. It features dynamic and deadly martial arts as protagonists roam the land seeking combat. The system is fluid and based on OSR - Old-School Renaissance - principles.
The game is currently in production following a successful Kickstarter campaign launched in May 2025. As of early 2026, the core book manuscript and stretch goals have been finalized according to Daniel Kwan’s devlog.
A Quickstart version is already available on itch.io, and the full release should arrive soon, though no exact date has been announced yet.
Pumpkin Spice RPG
Pumpkin Spice is a cozy, magical role-playing game developed by Acheron Games. Players take on the role of witches running a magical café and protecting the “Fount of Magic.” Inspired by Kiki’s Delivery Service and Legends & Lattes, it focuses on lighthearted storytelling and uses a simple system based on “Essence Dice.”
A free Quickstart version is already available on the official website. The full version is expected sometime in 2026.
This game emphasizes accessible mechanics and a warm, inviting atmosphere—perfect for sessions centered on creativity and relationships. Pumpkin Spice RPG is ideal for fans of narrative-driven and immersive experiences without unnecessary complexity.
Cörk Bord
Cörk Bord is a minimalist, humorous role-playing game designed for quick and quirky sessions. Its setting is delightfully absurd, and the system is ultra-light, making it perfect for short games that require no complex preparation.
The official release is planned for 2026, with both PDF and physical editions in the works. This TTRPG is aimed at players and GMs looking for a fun, laid-back experience.
Pico: Tiny Bugs, Big World
Pico is a role-playing game focused on exploring a world through the eyes of insects. Players embody tiny creatures navigating a vast and dangerous environment.
The system is simple and narrative-driven, allowing for sessions of varying lengths depending on your preferences. The official release of Pico: Tiny Bugs, Big World is expected in 2026, though no exact date has been announced yet.
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