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 A week long celebration of the 30th Anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons, followed by GenCon coverage! By GameSpy Staff | Aug. 13, 2004
In January 1974, a group of friends in a Wisconsin basement sent out a small box with three beige-colored books inside. It was the very first edition of Dungeons & Dragons, a brand-new type of game without boards or set goals in which all the action took place in the players' minds. The game sold, and sold well, eventually becoming a worldwide phenomenon. 30 years later, that game continues to be popular. It also wields a profound cultural influence, especially in the video-game industry, which daily borrows elements from Dungeons & Dragons, even if it doesn't always realize it's doing so.
With Gen Con, the world's biggest paper and pencil gaming convention running this week in Indianapolis, GameSpy thought it would be a good time to look back and celebrate 30 years of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll talk about the game itself, from its humble beginnings through today. You may find out all sorts of things you never knew about the game you love. We'll also take a look back at some of the best and worst Dungeons & Dragons video games, talk with some of the important figures associated with the game, and get the scoop on where the game is headed in the future -- and naturally, we'll have previews of the hottest Dungeons & Dragons video games that are currently in development. We may also have a few surprises in store for you!
So, without further ado... "You are heading down a darkened corridor when you come upon a locked door, what do you do?" 
D&D; 30th Anniversary Coverage
The History of Dungeons & Dragons Part 1: Companions & Chainmail. The History of D&D; Videogames Part 1: 1987-1990. Chatting with Gary Gygax Interview: Day 1 with the father of RPGs. Dungeons & Dragons Online Preview: The scoop on the MMO. D&D; Online Roundtable Interview: A talk with the game's creators. A Tour of Eberron Feature: A detailed look at D&D;'s newest world.
The History of Dungeons & Dragons Part 2: Mazes & Monsters. The History of D&D; Video Games Part 2: 1991-1992. Chatting with Gary Gygax Interview: Day 2 of our conversation. Forgotten Realms: Demon Stone Preview: The latest D&D; game comes to the PS2 and Xbox! The Gold Box series Hall of Fame: Recognizing SSI's classic RPGs.
The History of Dungeons & Dragons Part 3: Tyrants & Wizards. The History of D&D; Video Games Part 3: 1993-1994. Talking with Mike Stackpole Interview: The RPG defender talks witch hunts. Stephen Colbert on Dungeons & Dragons Interview: Daily Show comedian reveals inner geek.
The History of Dungeons & Dragons Part 4: Repairs & Resurrections. The History of D&D; Video Games Part 4: 1995-1999. Dungeons & Dragons Memories Feature: Prominent people talk about the game. Dragonshard Preview: The D&D; RTS looks hot! Baldur's Gate series Hall of Fame: BioWare hits the big time! Neverwinter Nights 2 Interview Video: Feargus Urquhart talks about developing the sequel in the NWN franchise. Wizards of the Coast Interview Video: Ed Stark talks D&D; video games.
Friday, Aug. 20
Part 5: Atari & Eberron. The History of D&D; Video Games Part 5: 2000-2004. A Conversation with Dave Arneson Interview: D&D;'s co-creator speaks! Neverwinter Nights 2 Interview: Feargus Urquhart unveils details about the sequel. Planescape: Torment Hall of Fame: The greatest RPG ever made? Dungeons & Dragons Gallery Images: 3rd Edition character studies done by the D&D; team.
Complete GenCon Coverage Gen Con: I Barely Knew Ya! Wrap-Up: Our MMO editor reflects on his experience at the largest RPG convention in the galaxy.setting. Doom: The Board Game Interview: We talk to the board game's designer about translating the horrific experience to the tabletop setting. Talking to R.A. Salvatore Interview: The Forgotten Realms author discusses his books and creating the story for Atari's Demon Stone. Vanguard: Saga of Heroes Interview: Jeff Butler talks about bringing Sigil's new MMORPG to life. Jade Empire Preview: We get an up-close look at BioWare's next great game for the Xbox! Images of GenCon Picture Gallery: Four full pages of shots from the floor of the convention! Chatting with Eberron's Creator Interview: Keith Baker tells us the down and dirty of creating the new official world of Dungeons & Dragons. Designing Leisure Suit Larry Interview: Design Director Tom Smith tells us what went into creating Magna Cum Laude. Pirates!, the Board Game Interview: Glen Drover of Eagle Games talks about bringing Sid Meier's vision to the tabletop. The Bard's Tale Preview: A look at inXile's irreverent take on RPGs. City of Heroes Interview: Kevin Sullivan tells all about "Issue #2."  Game Information
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