A retro-inspired supplement for 5th edition. Vibrant new subclasses, magic items, and spells and modules inspired by the 1980s.
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Hi everyone,
We’ve just pushed out the digital distribution for the 2014 edition of 80s Adventures through BackerKit. That means:
The updated 2024 (5.5E) version of the book is in the final stages. We’re cleaning up a few remaining sections and expect to have it ready to send to all 2024 backers in the coming weeks.
Alongside the 2024 version, we’ll also be delivering the digital modules. These just need a last round of polish before release as well.
That extra time before printing means we can continue refining the files before they go to press. We treat this as a living document, so if you spot typos, places that need clarification, or anything that feels off, please send those notes our way. With printing not yet finalized, there’s still an opportunity to make corrections so the physical copies are as polished as possible.
This community feedback loop is invaluable to us. Your eyes help us catch things we might miss, and it ensures the final book in your hands is the best it can be.
You should have received an email from BackerKit with a link to your downloads. If it’s not in your inbox, be sure to check your spam or promotions folder.
You can also log into your BackerKit account directly at any time to find and download your digital files.
Thanks,
- The Dice Dungeons Team
Hi All,
We're working extremely hard to finish the book, but long story short the monsters have required much more time than anticipated to layout and proofread. So we need about two more weeks to finish up all the digital content.
In regards to physical rewards, they will be delayed until at least January 2026. While some rewards have been manufactured, we are experiencing physical production delays on multiple fronts.
We will provide more detailed updates shortly, after we finish laying out the first digital draft of the complete book.
John
Dice Dungeons
We're excited to release an early look at the Monsters section of ‘80s Adventures! This should be arriving to your inbox today, or you can find it in your Backerkit account. This preview includes a wide array of memorable foes designed for your retro-themed adventures. These creatures are still in development and you'll see a few without art and some open pages, however we’d love your input as we take one giant step toward finalizing the book.
How to Share Feedback: Join the chat on our Discord or email us directly at [email protected]. Let us know what stands out, what could use more punch, or what you’re excited to throw at your players. We’ll be sending out a formal survey next month, so keep an eye on your inbox for that.
If you're attending GenCon, swing by Booth 452 in the Vendor Hall. We’re showcasing our dice, GM tools, and previewing content from our upcoming adventures. Come say hi!
We’ve also launched an early preview for our next Kickstarter; a new line of Glass Dice, inspired by Sea Glass that you would find on the beach. These two-tone glass dice sets are straight from the shore-line. We'd love it if you checked them out.
Happy Adventuring!
- The Dice Dungeons Team
Hi everyone,
In our last update, we talked about how tough this year has been for small creators. Tariff fluctuations, customs delays, and supply chain instability have continued to hit us hard and unfortunately, those issues have grown to impact nearly every aspect of our business.
Because of that, we've made a hard decision to shift our timeline. While we had originally hoped to ship in August, the reality is that we’re going to need more time.
We will get 80s Adventures into your hands! Just not as soon as we hoped. You’ll have the digital version first, with the physical rewards to follow as quickly as we can manage.
As part of our ongoing design work, we’re sending out revised subclasses today for additional playtesting today. We’re incredibly happy with the feedback we’ve received so far. The subclasses are really coming together. This additional testing phase helps us make sure they’re balanced, exciting, and fun to play at the table.
You should have already received an email from BackerKit with the download link. If not, you can log into your BackerKit account now to access the updated subclass files.
We know delays are frustrating, and we’re truly sorry for the wait. But we’re committed to doing this right and not cutting corners. And we promise we will use this time to insure we are delivering something worthy of your support.
Thank you again for backing us. You’ve helped make something really special, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
More updates soon,
– The Dice Dungeons Team