Recent reports suggested that discussions involving the sale of the Dungeons & Dragons IP had been taking place between Hasbro, Tencent, and Baldur's Gate 3 developer Larian Studios. Wizards of the Coast, which is a subsidiary of Hasbro and oversees properties such as Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, has denied any intentions to sell the D&D IP. This response followed a report by Pandaily indicating Hasbro approached Larian Studios proposing a sale, but Larian directed them towards Tencent due to financial considerations, as Tencent holds a 30% stake in Larian. Wizards of the Coast addressed the rumor by stating their ongoing partnerships with Tencent across various IPs and firmly denying any plans to sell the Dungeons & Dragons IP. Meanwhile, Dungeons & Dragons continues to influence games like Baldur’s Gate 3, which is heavily rooted in tabletop RPG mechanics reminiscent of the D&D experience.

Is Hasbro selling Dungeons & Dragons to Tencent?

No, Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, has made it clear that they have no plans to sell the Dungeons & Dragons IP, despite rumours involving discussions with Tencent and Larian Studios.

Baldur's Gate 3, developed by Larian Studios, is an anticipated role-playing game that draws inspiration from Dungeons & Dragons. This connection has inevitably linked the two entities in rumors about IP sales. Baldur's Gate 3, conveyed as a computer RPG, aims to capture the essence of traditional D&D sessions, allowing players to embark on adventures filled with rich storytelling, character development, and strategic combat that relies on dice-roll mechanics – presenting an authentic experience that resonates with fans of the tabletop role-playing game.