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Meeple Monthly: The Game Insider Magazine is published monthly and distributed by ACD Distribution to hobby game retailers everywhere. Meeple Monthly features articles written by insiders in the hobby gaming industry, sharing with you information you can't get anywhere else! Learn about what will hit the game shelves months ahead of time!

06/03/2026

Before a game becomes a bestseller, it needs the right products to bring players in and keep them coming back.

CookieRun TCG is entering its next major growth phase with a strategy built around player acquisition, repeat purchases, and long-term engagement. In the May issue of Meeple Monthly, the Devsisters team breaks down how the new Starter Decks and upcoming CookieRun TCG: Set 5: The Dark Enchantress War are designed to create a continuous cycle of entry, upgrades, expansion, and repeat sales.

Set 5 introduces fan-favorite Beast Cookies, Awakened Cookies, the debut of Dark Enchantress Cookie, the all-new Black color, and the highly collectible Genesis Extra Rare (GXR) rarity, giving players, collectors, and CookieRun fans plenty of reasons to keep opening packs.

📦 CookieRun TCG: Set 5: The Dark Enchantress War Booster Display
SKU: DVT02005
MSRP: $111.72
Order By: July 1, 2026
Release Date: July 24, 2026

For retailers, the opportunity is clear: attract new players, encourage immediate upgrades, and benefit from sustained engagement across the CookieRun community.

📖 Read the full article in the May issue of Meeple Monthly to learn how CookieRun TCG is building a system designed to sell.

Place your preorder through ACD Distribution before the July 1 deadline.

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06/02/2026

The May issue features an advertisement for OverPower CCG: Skybound: Power Card Station from Lazarus Rising Games.

As organized play continues to drive interest in trading card games, products that support deckbuilding and event participation can be just as important as the latest expansion release. The OverPower CCG: Skybound: Power Card Station is designed to provide players with the core Power cards needed to build decks, while giving retailers and tournament organizers a convenient resource for Draft and Sealed events.

Containing 400 cards and supporting play across properties including Invincible and The Walking Dead, the Power Card Station serves as a foundational product for growing local OverPower communities.

OverPower CCG: Skybound: Power Card Station (LAZ0012) carries an MSRP of $60.00 and is scheduled for release on August 28, 2026.

Check out the full-page advertisement in the May issue of Meeple Monthly.

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06/01/2026

The inside back cover of the May issue features an epic new Pathfinder campaign from Paizo.

Pathfinder 2E: Adventure Path: Hell's Destiny (PZO15223-HC) | MSRP $79.99
Pathfinder 2E: Adventure Path: Hell's Destiny Special Edition (PZO15223-SE) | MSRP $99.99

What destiny awaits Hell itself?

Set against the backdrop of war between Cheliax and Andoran, Hell's Destiny sends heroes on a legendary journey from a nation under martial law to the depths of Hell itself. Designed for four characters from levels 10 to 20, this massive 256-page Adventure Path delivers political intrigue, infernal enemies, new character options, dangerous monsters, and a chance to challenge an empire built on diabolical power.

Both editions release June 3 and are available to order through the ACD Distribution website.

Check out the full-page ad in the May issue of Meeple Monthly and prepare for an adventure worthy of legend.

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05/27/2026

Join us in welcoming a new publisher to the ACD Distribution catalog: Crazy Aaron’s!

Known for creating innovative, sensory-friendly products that inspire curiosity and creativity, Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty brings hands-on fun to customers of all ages. With a growing lineup of unique textures, scents, themes, and interactive experiences, these products are a standout addition for retailers looking to expand beyond traditional tabletop offerings.

In the May issue of Meeple Monthly, we spotlight three exciting additions now available through ACD Distribution:

🧁 Better Butter: Buttercream (SKU: CRZ938826054 | MSRP: $15.00) – A soft, frosting-scented putty whipped to creamy perfection for a smooth tactile experience.

🧋 Mixed-by-Me: Boba Tea Kit (SKU: CRZ938950006 | MSRP: $25.00) – A creative DIY kit that lets customers mix and customize their own boba-inspired putty creations.

🥷 Angry Putty: Ninja (SKU: CRZ938927054 | MSRP: $15.00) – A resistance-building putty that gets firmer with every stretch, challenging users to train like a ninja.

From sensory play and stress relief to creative expression, Crazy Aaron’s products offer something unique for hobby, toy, gift, and specialty retailers alike.

Read more in the May issue of Meeple Monthly.

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05/26/2026

NEW IN THE MAY ISSUE 🎨

Meeple Monthly is proud to introduce the first installment of our brand-new miniature painting tutorial series, designed to help hobbyists of all skill levels build confidence with paints, brushes, and techniques.

In this inaugural feature, miniature painter Stuart Bright () walks readers through painting a wizard miniature from Warp Miniatures, using brushes from Chronicle Cards & Games and paints from The Army Painter.

From basecoating and washes to layering, highlighting, and finishing details, this step-by-step guide breaks down essential miniature painting techniques in an approachable, easy-to-follow format, perfect for newcomers and experienced painters alike.

As tabletop hobbies continue to grow, educational hobby content remains an important way to engage players beyond game night. This new recurring feature aims to inspire creativity and support the ever-expanding painting side of the hobby.

Read the full tutorial in the May issue of Meeple Monthly.

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05/22/2026

A new darkness rises in the world of Talisman.

Featured in an ad in the May issue of Meeple Monthly, Avalon Hill invites players to explore the latest adventure in the Talisman Sagas line with Crown of Blood, arriving June 15.

Bringing Gothic horror to the Talisman experience, Crown of Blood sends players on a dangerous quest to confront Dracula himself. Step into the roles of legendary vampire hunters Mina Harker and Professor Van Helsing, face terrifying enemies, uncover magical objects, and race to Dracula’s Castle in a battle for survival.

The expansion also introduces Ongoing Event cards, adding a new layer of shifting gameplay to every session. Players can even bring Dracula into the core game as a playable character, offering new ways to experience the world of Talisman.

SKU: HSBG2805 | MSRP: $24.99

Retailers can preorder Talisman Sagas: Crown of Blood now through the ACD Distribution website ahead of its June 15 release.

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05/21/2026

Premium protection meets tabletop luxury.

Featured in an ad in the May issue of Meeple Monthly, ENHANCE Gaming’s Collector Edition Dragon Hide line blends elevated style with practical storage for today’s gamers. With premium metal hardware, vegan leather accents, and a distinctive dragon hide finish, these luxury gaming bags are built to stand out at tournaments, game nights, and on retail shelves.

Designed to carry everything from RPG essentials and board games to trading card game decks and gaming accessories, the Collector Edition lineup delivers both function and presentation for players who want to bring their best to the table.

Available in Red, Blue, Black, Green, and Purple, the collection includes premium storage options like the Collector Edition TCG Mini Backpack, designed to organize cards, deck boxes, dice, tokens, and tournament accessories with ease.

Retailers can order the ENHANCE Gaming Collector Edition Dragon Hide line now on the ACD Distribution website and connect with the team at ACD Expo, Booth #1605.

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05/20/2026

Every great adventure begins with a single roll.

In the May issue of Meeple Monthly, Black Oak Workshop shares the story behind Expeditions, a new dice line inspired by adventure, exploration, and the moments at the table players never forget.

From a single arrow-marked d6 to thematic dice collections beloved by collectors and gamers alike, Craig and Carolyn Zipse reflect on a decade of innovation in dice making and the evolution that led to their first fully numeric set. Built with signature readability, swirling color stories, and a new crystal-shaped d4, Expeditions is designed for players who love the thrill of seeing that perfect roll land exactly when it matters most.

The feature also dives into Black Oak Workshop’s creative process, from convention treasures and collector favorites to the philosophy behind crafting dice that feel as memorable as the stories they help tell.

Read the full story in the May issue of Meeple Monthly.

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05/19/2026

Superhero stories are about more than powers. They’re about responsibility, sacrifice, growth, and the choices heroes make when everything is on the line.

That philosophy sits at the heart of the May cover story of Meeple Monthly, featuring Invincible: Superhero Roleplaying.

In a feature written by designer Adam Bradford, readers get an inside look at how the upcoming RPG was designed to honor classic superhero roleplaying games while embracing the emotional stakes, brutal action, and complex hero-villain dynamics that define the Invincible universe.

For retailers looking ahead, Invincible: Superhero Roleplaying Core Rulebook is available for preorder now on the ACD Distribution website with a July 30 release date.

SKU: FLFINV002 | MSRP: $57.99

Pick up the May issue of Meeple Monthly to read the full cover story.

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05/18/2026

Build bigger worlds. Stock bigger adventures.

Monster Protectors is helping game stores and players take tabletop immersion to the next level with Adventure Terrain, a fully modular 3D terrain world builder designed for endless creativity.

With patented easy-snap pieces, stackable designs, and compatibility across major TTRPG systems, Adventure Terrain gives dungeon masters the freedom to create immersive battlefields, towering structures, winding pathways, and unforgettable encounters with infinite layouts and zero limits.

Monster Protectors is dedicated to producing high-quality role playing and card game accessories for gamers who want to elevate every session from a flat map to a fully realized 3D world.

⚠️ WARNING: Dungeon Masters may experience sudden bursts of creativity, severe god complexes, and delusions of total world domination.

We currently carry 21 Monster Protectors products on the ACD Distribution website, giving retailers plenty of ways to bring immersive terrain-building to their shelves.

Take a peek at the full lineup on ACD, and don’t miss Monster Protectors on the back cover of the May issue of Meeple Monthly.

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