Carl is back, and he is bringing his boxers to the board game table.
Renegade Game Studios has announced the official release date for Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG, the Dungeons and Dragons-inspired tabletop game based on Matt Dinniman’s series. The game launches in November, and to mark the occasion, fans can now pre-order an exclusive dice set themed on Carl’s signature silk underpants.
The set is called Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG: Carl’s Enchanted Big Boi Boxers Dice Set. It costs $25 and includes a full range of polyhedral dice: 1 x d4, 1 x d6, 1 x d8, 1 x d10, 1 x d12, 2 x d20, and 1 x d2. The pearlescent background with bright red indices makes each die pop, according to the announcement.
Carl’s Origins
Carl first appeared in a series of Dungeons and Dragons-inspired books by Matt Dinniman. In the books, Earth has been decimated by aliens, and the surviving humans have been forced to compete in a series of dungeons as a reality show for the invaders’ amusement.
Carl wears a leather jacket, boxer shorts, and carries a cat named Princess Donut. His job is to survive the games and try to save humanity. The series follows his exploits across a world filled with death traps and sadistic challenges.
The books were published by Penguin Random House, with the first volume released on September 21, 2020. It runs 444 pages and carries the ISBN 979-8688591507.
The Dice Set
The Enchanted Big Boi Boxers dice set is inspired by Carl’s iconic underwear. Each die mimics his signature style, with the pearlescent background and bright red indices making them stand out.
The set is available to pre-order now. The $25 price includes the full complement of dice needed for a typical tabletop session.
The announcement frames the set as essential for anyone who wants to bring Carl’s aesthetic to their gaming table. The announcement says there is “simply no better set to play the upcoming Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG board game with.”
The Announcement’s Tone
The announcement is playful throughout. It refers to Carl as “veteran coast guard” and encourages players to “stick out” from the crowd of standard Dungeons and Dragons games.
The announcement also uses the slogan “The Apocalypse will be televised!” It is a fitting tagline for a game about surviving alien-created dungeons.
What the Game Includes
The Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG board game comes with pre-painted miniatures, custom GM cards, and the Enchanted Big Boi Boxers dice set. All three are available to purchase at launch.
The dice set is described as a way to “enhance your gaming experience.” The announcement frames it as a way to make your setup as stylish as Carl himself.
The set is described as “the perfect way to spend a few hours in the evening with friends.” The announcement also notes that November is already packed with video game releases, and that tabletop gaming offers a nice alternative.
November Launch
The game launches in November. The announcement does not specify a day within the month.
The launch will include the base game, the dice set, and all the additional components. The announcement ties the dice set to the upcoming board game but does not say it ships before the game.
Our View
This is a niche product aimed at a specific audience. Carl’s boxers are a meme, and the dice set is a way to keep that joke alive at the gaming table.
The $25 price is reasonable for a full set of dice. The pearlescent background and red indices are a distinctive touch, though the announcement does not describe the exact color scheme.
The announcement frames the game as a way to bring Carl’s world to life in a new medium. It positions the dice set as a way to make your gaming table look like something Carl would approve of, complete with his signature style and his signature accessory.
| Product | Details |
|---|---|
| Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG | Board game launching November |
| Carl’s Enchanted Big Boi Boxers Dice Set | Pre-order now, $25 |
| Base game | Includes pre-painted miniatures and custom GM cards |
| Dice set | 1 x d4, 1 x d6, 1 x d8, 1 x d10, 1 x d12, 2 x d20, 1 x d2 |
The announcement is a marketing tool, but it is a well-crafted one. It sells the dice set by tying it to the larger game and the established lore of Carl’s world.
Final Word
Carl’s boxers are coming to a dice bag near you. The Enchanted Big Boi Boxers dice set is a fun, affordable way to show off your fandom.
If you are already a Carl fan, this is an easy purchase. If you are not, the announcement makes a strong case for why you should be.
The game itself is a reason to pay attention. The combination of humor, violence, and videogame-inspired levels is a winning formula, and the announcement suggests that the game will appeal to a wide audience.
The announcement ends with a fitting slogan. Carl’s world is expanding, and the dice set is one way to join it.
The Apocalypse will be televised. And Carl will be wearing his boxers while it happens.
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