Critical Role to Develop New Video Game Set in Exandria
The creators behind the hit Dungeons & Dragons web series, Critical Role, are diving into video game development. They're working on an upcoming title based in Exandria, the rich, fictional world featured in their beloved D&D campaigns. This new venture sees them partnering with AdHoc Studio, a company founded by veterans from Telltale, Ubisoft, and Night School Studio.
For those unfamiliar, Critical Role is a massively popular American web series where a group of professional voice actors play Dungeons & Dragons. Launched in 2015, the show has garnered a massive global following, leading to animated series adaptations and various merchandise.
According to Travis Willingham, CEO of Critical Role and one of the show's core cast members, the idea for this collaboration sparked after he auditioned for AdHoc's upcoming game, Dispatch. Dispatch is described as a 'superhero office sitcom' game. Willingham was so impressed by Dispatch's style and presentation that he quickly proposed a partnership. He notes that the Critical Role game is still in its very early stages and isn't expected to release for several years.
Willingham also shared that the new Critical Role game will be structured similarly to Dispatch, with a strong emphasis on storytelling and player choices. While the game may feature characters from their three completed campaigns—Vox Machina, Mighty Nein, and Bells Hells—the storyline itself will be entirely new and distinct from their tabletop adventures.
What This Means for Fans
This announcement is big news for the millions of 'Critters' worldwide. Having a video game set in Exandria, created by the very people who brought the world to life, offers a new way for fans to experience the beloved universe. The focus on story and player choice aligns perfectly with the narrative-driven nature of Critical Role's D&D campaigns, promising an immersive experience where players can shape their own adventures within Exandria's lore. While the wait will be long, the prospect of a new, original story within this iconic world is sure to excite the fanbase.
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