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The Tumultuous and Toxic World of Modern Tabletop Gaming: A Deep Dive into the Drama Surrounding TSR and Industry Culture

A Growing Wave of Chaos in the Tabletop Industry

The tabletop gaming industry has recently become a battleground of controversy, hostility, and bizarre behavior, with reports of harassment, threats, and censorship making headlines. Neon's recent livestream—an impassioned critique of the current state of the industry—captures the chaos tearing apart what was once a relatively niche and tight-knit community. From trademark disputes involving TSR, the legendary origins of Dungeons & Dragons, to escalation of online bullying, this scene has descended into a toxic climate fueled by social media mobs and behind-the-scenes power struggles.