The Division Makes Its Way to the Tabletop as a Brutally Tactical TTRPG
The intense universe from Tom Clancy’s The Division is being adapted into a tabletop role-playing experience. A partnership has been formed to develop a TTRPG that explores the series' apocalyptic setting. This initiative was revealed, with a crowdfunding campaign scheduled to begin in the spring of 2026.
"This endeavor aims to deliver the series' unique suspense, strategic depth, and iconic world-building to the table, providing fans a fresh avenue to engage with The Division through immersive storytelling and player-driven missions," states an official release.
Initial offerings will include a beginner's box, core rulebooks, a GM screen, figurines, and various premium versions.
Exploring The Division's Apocalyptic World
In this setting, a deadly virus known as Green Poison was unleashed in NYC, sending the United States into chaos. As the pandemic worsens, civil order breaks down and hostile groups rise, transforming the city into a battlefield. To restore order, the government {activate|deploy] The Division, a secret cell of undercover operatives. This is where the agents enter the story.
Development on the RPG has been in progress for about several years, and it is confirmed to be complete. The forthcoming Kickstarter campaign will serve as a pre-launch sales platform to reach a broader audience, particularly in North America. Manufacturing is slated to begin right after the fundraiser, with deliveries projected for later in 2026.
A Streamlined Gameplay Mechanic: The GRIS System
A preview at the game's rules reveals it employs d10s exclusively through its proprietary GRIS system, promoting a streamlined and strategic approach. Players leverage abilities to assemble a handful of dice, typically between one and five d10s.
- Rather than summing the total, players choose a single “resolution die” from the group.
- This die is then measured against a target difficulty.
- Rolling a natural 10 triggers special effects, such as increased harm or boosted support.
Engagements Focus On Positioning and Situational Insight
Fights prioritize positioning and environmental awareness, reflecting the video games. Elements like cover, height advantage, or visibility directly influence dice rolls. This system is designed to reward teamwork and smart positioning over simple statistics.
A Thematic Health System
The way health is managed introduces a interesting thematic twist. Agents have a injury limit; sustaining too much damage reduces their capabilities by lowering the size of their dice pool.
- At critical condition, an operative collapses, but is not unconscious.
- They can still move and perform restricted acts, emulating the last stand seen in many shooter games.
- Any player in this state must consult a trauma table, potentially gaining persistent effects like shock or crippling injuries.
A Ready-to-Play Scenario
A free introductory rulebook will be released soon. It contains a pre-made introductory scenario titled Ashes of Murray Hill. In this scenario, the group lead the hunt for a lost doctor squad and must thwart an attack by the violent Rikers gang, who have seized control of that Manhattan district. Further information and the complete product lineup will be unveiled closer to the Kickstarter start date.
