The Division Is Coming to the Tabletop as a Brutally Tactical Tabletop Role-Playing Game
The intense universe from Tom Clancy’s The Division is being translated into a dice-based role-playing experience. A collaboration has been formed to develop a TTRPG set within the franchise’s post-pandemic landscape. This initiative was revealed, with a funding drive scheduled to launch in April of 2026.
"This project aims to deliver the series' unique suspense, tactical intensity, and memorable setting to the table, providing fans a new way to experience The Division through deep narrative and mission-based gameplay," states an official release.
Initial offerings will include a beginner's box, essential manuals, a Game Master screen, miniatures, and several premium versions.
Exploring The Division's Dystopian World
In this universe, a deadly virus known as Green Poison was released in New York City, sending the United States into turmoil. As the pandemic worsens, civil order breaks down and hostile groups emerge, transforming the urban landscape into a warzone. To preserve order, the government {activate|deploy] The Division, a secret cell of sleeper agents. That’s where the agents enter the story.
Work on the game has been in progress for approximately several years, and it is reportedly complete. The upcoming Kickstarter campaign will serve as a pre-launch sales platform to access a broader audience, particularly in North America. Production is slated to begin right after the campaign, with shipping projected for the latter part of 2026.
A Streamlined Tactical System: The GRIS System
An early look at the system confirms it employs d10s exclusively through its new GRIS system, encouraging a fast-paced and strategic approach. Players use skills or traits to roll a handful of dice, usually from one to five d10s.
- Instead of adding results together, participants choose a single “resolution die” from the group.
- This die is then compared against a set challenge number.
- Rolling a perfect 10 triggers special effects, such as increased harm or enhanced aid.
Combat Focus On Positioning and Awareness
Fights stress positioning and environmental awareness, reflecting the source material. Elements like taking cover, height advantage, or line of sight directly influence success chances. This system is designed to favor teamwork and clever tactics instead of raw numbers.
A Novel Wound System
The way injuries is tracked adds a interesting narrative layer. Operatives have a wound threshold; taking heavy hits weakens their effectiveness by lowering the number of d10s.
- At zero health, an operative is downed, but is not knocked out.
- They may still move and perform restricted acts, simulating the "downed" state common to many shooter games.
- Any agent in this state must roll on a injury chart, risking lingering conditions like trauma or crippling injuries.
An Introductory Scenario
A publicly available Quickstart Guide is promised in the near future. It contains a ready-to-play starting adventure titled Ashes of Murray Hill. In this mission, the group spearhead the hunt for a lost doctor squad and work to stop an attack by the violent Rikers faction, who have seized control of that NYC neighborhood. Further information and the complete product lineup will be detailed closer to the Kickstarter start date.
