Tom Clancy's The Division Is Coming to the Tabletop Gaming World as a Deeply Strategic TTRPG
The intense universe from Tom Clancy’s The Division is being adapted into a dice-based role-playing experience. A collaboration was established to create a tabletop RPG set within the series' post-pandemic landscape. The project was revealed, with a funding drive scheduled to launch in the spring of 2026.
"This endeavor will bring the series' unique suspense, strategic depth, and iconic world-building to the table, providing fans a new way to experience The Division through deep narrative and mission-based gameplay," states an announcement.
Launch products are set to feature a starter set, essential manuals, a GM screen, figurines, and various deluxe editions.
Exploring The Division's Dystopian World
In this setting, a lethal pathogen called Green Poison was unleashed in New York City, sending the United States into chaos. As the pandemic escalates, society crumbles and hostile groups emerge, turning the city into a warzone. To restore law and order, the authorities {activate|deploy] The Division, a covert network of sleeper agents. That’s where the players come in.
Development on the game has been in progress for approximately several years, and it is confirmed to be complete. The upcoming crowdfunding effort will serve as a preorder system to access a wider audience, specifically in North America. Manufacturing will start immediately following the fundraiser, with shipping expected for later in 2026.
An Innovative Gameplay Mechanic: The GRIS System
A preview at the game's rules reveals it uses 10-sided dice predominantly through its proprietary GRIS system, promoting a fast-paced and tactical approach. Players leverage abilities to assemble a handful of dice, usually from one to five d10s.
- Instead of adding results together, players select a single “resolution die” from the group.
- This dice is then measured against a set challenge number.
- Rolling a perfect 10 grants special effects, such as extra damage or enhanced aid.
Engagements Emphasize Tactical Placement and Awareness
Fights stress placement and environmental awareness, mirroring the video games. Elements like cover, elevation, or line of sight directly influence dice rolls. This system seems built to reward coordination and clever tactics instead of raw numbers.
A Novel Health System
The way injuries is managed introduces a interesting narrative layer. Operatives have a injury limit; taking heavy hits weakens their capabilities by lowering the number of d10s.
- At zero health, an agent collapses, but they’re not unconscious.
- They may still crawl and take limited actions, emulating the "downed" state common to video game shooters.
- Any agent in this state must consult a trauma table, risking persistent effects like shock or mobility-impairing wounds.
An Introductory Adventure
A free introductory rulebook is promised in the near future. It includes a pre-made introductory scenario called Ashes of Murray Hill. In this mission, the group lead the hunt for a lost doctor squad and work to stop an attack by the notorious Rikers faction, who have seized control of that NYC neighborhood. Further information and the full range of offerings will be unveiled near the campaign launch.