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Questions about Acquisitions Incorporated

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was the Acquisitions Incorporated sourcebook published?

Acquisitions Incorporated was published by Wizards of the Coast on the 18th of June 2019. This release marked the first partnership with an outside design team since 2015.

Who created the original Acquisitions Incorporated podcast series?

The creators of Penny Arcade partnered with Wizards of the Coast to create the actual play podcast in 2008. Jeremy Crawford served as the lead rules designer and Dungeon Master for the project.

What game system did Acquisitions Incorporated use after 2012?

Acquisitions Incorporated switched to fifth edition Dungeons and Dragons as their game system in 2012. They adopted the Forgotten Realms campaign setting during this transition.

How does the art style of the Acquisitions Incorporated sourcebook differ from other books?

High fantasy art styles rendered by Wizards artists appeared for larger pieces while smaller illustrations reflected the signature Penny Arcade comics style. The balance between standard high fantasy aesthetics and comic-style humor defined the visual identity.

Which digital platforms released the Acquisitions Incorporated sourcebook?

The book also released as a digital product through D&D Beyond, Fantasy Grounds, and Roll20. Registered D&D Beyond users received the digital edition in May 2022 following Wizards acquisition of the platform.