Daniel D. Fox Reacquires Zweihander RPG From World of Game Design
Exciting news for fans of dark fantasy RPGs! Daniel D. Fox, the original creator of the acclaimed ZWEIHÄNDER RPG, has reacquired the license from World of Game Design (WOGD). This means ZWEIHÄNDER is returning to its roots under Fox’s creative direction.
As someone who has followed ZWEIHÄNDER for years, and having written an adventure for it myself, I’m eagerly anticipating what the future holds. This transition opens up exciting possibilities for both long-time fans and newcomers alike.
Press release below:
Kansas City, MO – SLLSWRD Publishing is pleased to announce that Daniel D. Fox, the original creator of ZWEIHÄNDER RPG, has reacquired the license from World of Game Design (WOGD). This transition brings ZWEIHÄNDER back under Fox’s creative direction, paving the way for a new era of adventures, community content, and future releases.
Originally launched in 2015 through Kickstarter and brought to its third and fourth print runs in 2019 by Andrews McMeel Publishing, ZWEIHÄNDER RPG has earned a reputation for its immersive dark fantasy setting. As a multiple ENNIE award-winning tabletop RPG, ZWEIHÄNDER has powered other notable tabletop RPGs, including Ryan Verniere’s Blackbirds and Adam Ellis’ Fever Knights.
World of Game Design has played a key role in ZWEIHÄNDER’s expansion in 2023 and 2024, helping it reach new audiences and strengthen its presence in the U.S. convention and retail markets. WOGD assists publishers by providing global convention management services, organized play infrastructure, city rep programs, and product fulfillment logistics. WOGD has committed to a smooth transition for the fulfillment of the ZWEIHÄNDER Reforged Kickstarter.
“As a business incubator, we were pleased to help shepherd ZWEIHÄNDER through the Reforged launch and years of convention and organized play exposure. We look forward to bringing ZWEIHÄNDER to retailers throughout the world.” – Jared Nielsen.
“We appreciate the expertise and contributions that WOGD brought to the growth ZWEIHÄNDER has experienced,” said Daniel. “I’m excited to bring it back home here in Kansas City and continue to expand on the game’s dark and immersive world with familiar faces and new collaborators.”
Looking ahead, SLLSWRD Publishing plans to introduce new adventures later this year, an Open Gaming License, and community-focused initiatives. Stay updated by visiting sllswrd.games or following ZWEIHÄNDER RPG on social media.
About SLLSWRD Publishing
SLLSWRD Publishing, led by Daniel D. Fox, specializes in creating immersive dark fantasy tabletop RPGs that explore themes of moral ambiguity, gritty fantasy, and gothic horror. The next chapter of the product line, ZWEIHÄNDER Reforged, will be released in Q1 2025. Additional adventures will be released over the coming months.
