The Division Makes Its Way to the Tabletop Gaming World as a Deeply Strategic Tabletop Role-Playing Game

The intense universe from Tom Clancy’s The Division will be translated into a dice-based role-playing experience. A partnership has been formed to develop a tabletop RPG that explores the franchise’s post-pandemic landscape. The project was revealed, with a crowdfunding campaign planned to begin in April of 2026.

"This project will bring the franchise’s distinctive tension, tactical intensity, and memorable setting to the table, providing fans a fresh avenue to engage with The Division through deep narrative and mission-based gameplay," reads an official release.

Launch products are set to feature a beginner's box, core rulebooks, a Game Master screen, miniatures, and various premium versions.

Exploring The Division's Dystopian World

In this universe, a lethal pathogen known as Green Poison was released in NYC, sending the nation into chaos. As the pandemic worsens, civil order breaks down and hostile groups emerge, turning the urban landscape into a battlefield. To preserve law and order, the government {activate|deploy] The Division, a covert network of undercover operatives. This is where the agents come in.

Development on the game has been underway for about three years, and it is confirmed to be complete. The upcoming crowdfunding effort will function as a preorder system to reach a wider market, particularly in North America. Manufacturing is slated to begin immediately following the fundraiser, with shipping projected for the latter part of 2026.

A Streamlined Gameplay Mechanic: The GRIS System

An early look at the system confirms it uses 10-sided dice predominantly through its proprietary GRIS system, encouraging a fast-paced and strategic approach. Agents leverage skills or traits to assemble a handful of dice, typically between one and five d10s.

  • Rather than summing the total, participants select a single “result die” from the pool.
  • This dice is then measured against a set challenge number.
  • Achieving a perfect 10 triggers special effects, such as increased harm or boosted support.

Engagements Focus On Tactical Placement and Situational Insight

Battles stress placement and environmental awareness, reflecting the video games. Factors like taking cover, height advantage, or line of sight have a direct impact success chances. This system is designed to favor coordination and smart positioning over raw numbers.

A Thematic Health System

The way injuries is tracked introduces a compelling narrative layer. Agents have a wound threshold; taking heavy hits reduces their capabilities by lowering the number of d10s.

  1. At zero health, an agent collapses, but is not unconscious.
  2. They may still move and perform restricted acts, simulating the last stand seen in video game shooters.
  3. Any agent in this state must consult a trauma table, risking lingering conditions like shock or mobility-impairing wounds.

A Ready-to-Play Adventure

A publicly available introductory rulebook will be released soon. It contains a pre-made introductory scenario titled Ashes of Murray Hill. In this mission, the group lead the hunt for a missing medical team and must thwart an attack by the notorious Rikers gang, who have seized control of that Manhattan district. Further information and the full range of offerings are expected to be unveiled closer to the Kickstarter start date.

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