Another Blow to Dungeons & Dragons
Wizards of the Coast reports to be laying off large numbers of employees. This time the Sigil VTT team is the focus. Fans of Virtual Tabletop (VTT) are shocked. The D&D community is in a state of shock. Staff affected is 90% which is a very large scale change for Sigil VTT.
What Is Sigil VTT?
Sigil VTT was a new entry into the D&D space. It set out to put the table top RPG in the digital age. A VTT which Virtual Table Top we may also use that term, is a platform for players to get together online. They can roll dice, move pieces, and play as if they were in the same room. Many RPG fans had high hopes that Sigil VTT would present the best D&D experience yet.
Why Did Wizards Cut the Staff?
The reasons are not known for certain. Wizards of the Coast has had money issues in the past. May be spending too much. The group may have grown too large. Some think what we see is the end of Sigil as we know it which is the introduction of another Virtual Table Top. Others that the pen and paper books will make a comeback.
Impact on the RPG Community
D&D players are frustrated. Sigil VTT showed promise. That said its’ future is in question. Many wanted improved digital resources. Casual players may jump to other RPGs. Fans are hopeful for an update soon.
The State of Digital D&D
D&D has had issues with digital products. Past attempts at it failed. Many players use other VTTs instead. We have ones that do action packed adventures which do it well. Also we have some which are great for strategy games. Sigil VTT was to be the solution.
Competition in Virtual Gaming
Other RPGs do better in terms of Virtual Table Top experience. Also some are into multi player battles. Then there are which do very well in simulation. In the digital play space it is the Racing and Sports games which really take over. D&D may fall behind.
What Happens Next?
Wizards must act quickly. Players require responses. If Sigil VTT is out of the question then we need to present them with other options. Action is required now. The D&D brand can not bear another fail.
Conclusion
D&D has issues again. Sigil VTT reports of staff reductions which is tough for fans. Wizards should address this quickly. The RPG community is in need of better digital tools. Without them we may see players leave for other games.
FAQs
1. What is Sigil VTT?
Sigil is what we had for the Digital D&D which was a new tool for the community. It enabled players to run their games online.
2. Why did Wizards cut the staff?
Wizards are at it again with cost cutting. They haven't jumped in with details yet.
3. Will D&D still get a VTT?
Nobody can say for sure. Wizards may put forth another option.
4. What can players use instead?
Other forms of VTT do very well. Some are designed for casual and competitive gaming.
The gaming community waits for news.
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