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The intense universe from Tom Clancy’s The Division will be translated into a dice-based role-playing experience. A partnership has been formed to develop a tabletop RPG set within the franchise’s post-pandemic landscape. This initiative has been announced, with a funding drive scheduled to begin in the spring of 2026.

"This project will bring the series' unique suspense, strategic depth, and iconic world-building to the table, providing fans a fresh avenue to engage with The Division through immersive storytelling and player-driven missions," reads an announcement.

Initial offerings will include a beginner's box, core rulebooks, a Game Master screen, figurines, and several premium versions.

Delving Into The Division's Apocalyptic World

In this setting, a lethal pathogen called Green Poison was unleashed in NYC, sending the nation into turmoil. As the pandemic escalates, civil order breaks down and hostile groups rise, transforming the city into a battlefield. To restore law and order, the authorities {activate|deploy] The Division, a secret cell of undercover operatives. That’s where the players enter the story.

Work on the RPG has been underway for about three years, and it is confirmed to be complete. The upcoming crowdfunding effort will function as a preorder system to access a broader audience, specifically in North America. Production will start immediately following the campaign, with shipping projected for later in 2026.

A Streamlined Gameplay Mechanic: The GRIS System

An early look at the game's rules reveals it uses d10s exclusively through its new GRIS system, encouraging a streamlined and tactical style. Agents leverage skills or traits to roll small dice pools, usually between one and five d10s.

• Rather than adding results together, players select a single “resolution die” from the group.
• This dice is then measured against a target difficulty.
• Achieving a perfect 10 triggers special effects, such as extra damage or enhanced aid.

Engagements Emphasize Tactical Placement and Situational Insight

Battles prioritize positioning and environmental awareness, mirroring the source material. Elements like taking cover, height advantage, or visibility directly influence dice rolls. This system seems built to reward teamwork and clever tactics instead of raw numbers.

A Novel Health Mechanic

The way health is tracked adds a compelling narrative layer. Operatives have a injury limit; taking heavy hits weakens their effectiveness by lowering the number of d10s.

1. At zero health, an operative is downed, but they’re not unconscious.
2. They may still crawl and perform restricted acts, simulating the last stand common to many shooter games.
3. Any agent knocked down must roll on a trauma table, potentially gaining persistent effects like trauma or crippling injuries.

A Ready-to-Play Adventure

A free Quickstart Guide will be released soon. It contains a ready-to-play starting adventure titled Ashes of Murray Hill. In this scenario, players lead the search for a missing medical team and must thwart an attack by the notorious Rikers faction, who have seized control of that NYC neighborhood. Further information and the complete product lineup will be unveiled closer to the campaign launch.