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Free League Publishing Unveils New Games and Excitement at Gen Con 2025

Free League Publishing Unveils New Games and Excitement at Gen Con 2025

Free League Publishingis poised to create a significant effect atGen Con 2025, featuring a strong lineup of acclaimed boardroom RPGs, live activities, and creator presentations in Indianapolis fromJuly 31 through August 3.

Taking the forefront is the debut ofCoriolis: The Great Dark, a new version of Free League’s popular science fiction RPG. Also launching at the event arestarter sets for The One Ring™ RPG and The Lord of the Rings™ Role-Playing Gamefor 5E—ideal starting points for enthusiasts of Tolkien’s cherished realm.

Free League is located in the main trade hall at booth #2449 and will offer more than 175 game sessions in ICC Room #137 and the JW Marriott’s White River Ballroom E, in collaboration with Lurking Fears. Fans can anticipate journeys throughDragonbane, ALIEN RPG, Vaesen, Blade Runner RPG, and more. To register, participants need to look up “Free League Publishing” in the Gen Con event system.

A significant feature is theFree League Showcase on Thursday, July 31 at 3:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time in ICC:244. The event is accessible to the public and media, showcasing thrilling updates for the upcoming year and a Q&A session with the creative team behind itCoriolis: The Great Dark. Guests include:

  • Tomas Härenstam, chief designer ofALIEN, Blade Runner RPG, Twilight: 2000, and more
  • Nils Karlen and Kosta Kostulas, chief designers ofCoriolis: The Great Dark
  • Martin Grip, primary artist ofSymbaroum, Coriolis, and ALIEN
  • Kiku Pukk Härenstam, author forVaesen adventures
  • Unexpected visitors and updates are scheduled for the gathering.

Game autograph sessions will take place at booth #2449 during the entire event, giving fans the opportunity to connect with the creators of their favorite games.

Free League remains a significant player in the realm of speculative tabletop games, boasting a wide range of titles that includeDragonbane, The One Ring, ALIEN RPG, Vaesen, MÖRK BORG, Blade Runner RPG, Tales from the Loop, and more. Their achievements are recognized through multiple ENNIE Awards and their loyal international fanbase.