CRITICAL ROLE Teases Possible Video Game Ahead of Show’s 10th Anniversary

As a dedicated fan of Critical Role for over half a decade now, I can’t help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation as I read about their future plans. Ten years is indeed an eternity in any creative pursuit, but these talented individuals have managed to keep the magic alive with their captivating storytelling and endearing characters.

In the realm of creative endeavors, ten years can feel like an endless stretch. Maintaining that initial excitement becomes a challenge, especially after investing countless hours into storytelling. This is one of the many challenges that the team behind Critical Role, who will be celebrating their 10th year next year, are grappling with. Alongside their highly successful RPG series, they have a third season of The Legend of Vox Machina and their own tabletop gaming division, Darrington Press. That’s quite an expansive venture! However, the question arises: could they expand further into…the video game industry?

In their latest extensive conversation with Rolling Stone, the team from Critical Role shared some insights on future plans, one of which could potentially involve a video game – an idea they’ve tossed around for quite some time.

Travis Willingham stated, “We’ve actively been working on this for some time now.” He explained that over the past few years they have engaged in crucial discussions to determine the best approach. He clarified that creating a video game is a distinct project from their work on Beacon, Twitch, YouTube, and animated series. In simpler terms, Willingham added, “We’ve been traveling down a long road for the last couple of years, and we’re starting to reach the end of it.

It’s possible that news about it could come sooner than you anticipate. He concluded, “we might have something truly thrilling to reveal, possibly by the end of this year, or perhaps early in 2025 – right on schedule for our 10-year anniversary.

Moreover, there’s curiosity about what lies ahead for the popular show featuring a group playing Dungeons & Dragons at a table. Matt Mercer emphasized that their focus is on maintaining its longevity.

Beyond nurturing our creative and narrative heritage, we’ve devoted ourselves to establishing the strong base for this company that will remain our lifelong commitment. We aspire to shape this venture in a way that serves as a cradle for all our future creations. In due time, we aim to guide the upcoming generation of storytellers, and I look forward to one day handing over the reins to a group of exceptional individuals with fresh ideas and unique viewpoints. They can then tell their stories, while we proudly watch from the sidelines. This endeavor offers an enduring chance to cultivate such experiences and empower people to participate in them. I envision myself engaged in this pursuit until I am old and gray.

New episodes of Critical Role stream live on Twitch Thursdays at 10 p.m. EST.

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2024-12-04 02:32