The Division Is Coming to the Tabletop as a Brutally Tactical Tabletop Role-Playing Game
The intense world of Tom Clancy’s The Division is being translated into a dice-based role-playing experience. A partnership has been formed to develop a TTRPG that explores the franchise’s apocalyptic landscape. The project was revealed, with a funding drive planned to begin in the spring of 2026.
"This project aims to deliver the franchise’s distinctive tension, strategic depth, and iconic world-building to the table, providing fans a fresh avenue to experience The Division through immersive storytelling and mission-based gameplay," reads an announcement.
Initial offerings are set to feature a starter set, essential manuals, a Game Master screen, miniatures, and several deluxe editions.
Exploring The Division's Dystopian World
In this setting, a lethal pathogen known as Green Poison was released in New York City, plunging the United States into turmoil. As the pandemic worsens, civil order breaks down and hostile groups rise, turning the urban landscape into a battlefield. To restore order, the government {activate|deploy] The Division, a secret cell of undercover operatives. This is where the players come in.
Work on the RPG has been underway for approximately three years, and it is confirmed to be finished. The forthcoming Kickstarter campaign will serve as a pre-launch sales platform to access a wider audience, specifically in North America. Manufacturing is slated to begin right after the fundraiser, with deliveries expected for later in 2026.
A Streamlined Tactical System: The GRIS System
An early look at the game's rules reveals it uses 10-sided dice predominantly through its proprietary GRIS system, encouraging a fast-paced and strategic style. Agents use skills or traits to assemble small dice pools, typically from one to five d10s.
- Rather than summing the total, players choose a single “resolution die” from the group.
- This dice is then measured against a target difficulty.
- Achieving a natural 10 triggers special effects, such as increased harm or enhanced aid.
Engagements Emphasize Tactical Placement and Situational Insight
Fights prioritize positioning and situational awareness, mirroring the video games. Elements like cover, elevation, or line of sight have a direct impact success chances. This system seems built to reward coordination and smart positioning instead of raw numbers.
A Novel Health System
The way health is tracked adds a interesting thematic twist. Operatives have a wound threshold; taking heavy hits weakens their effectiveness by lowering the number of d10s.
- At critical condition, an operative is downed, but they’re not knocked out.
- They can still move and take limited actions, emulating the last stand common to many shooter games.
- Any agent knocked down must consult a injury chart, risking persistent effects like shock or crippling injuries.
An Introductory Adventure
A free Quickstart Guide is promised in the near future. It includes a ready-to-play introductory scenario called Ashes of Murray Hill. In this mission, players lead the hunt for a lost doctor squad and work to stop an assault by the notorious Rikers gang, who have taken over that NYC neighborhood. More specifics and the full range of offerings will be unveiled closer to the Kickstarter start date.
