Dungeons & Dragons designer Keith Baker is partnering with Brotherwise Games to launch a new tabletop role-playing game for the Plotweaver setting.

This collaboration signals an expansion of the gaming ecosystem surrounding Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere universe. By bringing in a veteran designer, Brotherwise Games aims to elevate the mechanical depth of its offerings while supporting new creators in the RPG space.

Baker will serve as a judge for a contest designed to select new RPG releases, providing a pathway for emerging developers to enter the market. This initiative coincides with the broader effort to expand the reach of the Cosmere franchise into interactive media.

Regarding the new project, Baker said, "A D&D legend is expanding Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere RPG with a thrilling new pitch."

The project is moving toward a public funding phase. According to reports, the Kickstarter arrives this fall [1].

Brotherwise Games is utilizing this period to explore worlds beyond the established boundaries of the Cosmere. The integration of the Plotweaver setting suggests a diversification of their portfolio, moving from literary adaptations to original gaming environments. This strategy allows the studio to leverage the existing fan base of the Cosmere while establishing a distinct identity in the TTRPG market.

“A D&D legend is expanding Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere RPG with a thrilling new pitch”

The partnership between Keith Baker and Brotherwise Games represents a strategic move to bridge the gap between mainstream TTRPG success and niche literary settings. By applying established D&D design principles to the Cosmere and Plotweaver universes, the companies are attempting to standardize high-quality mechanics for fan-driven worlds, potentially increasing the commercial viability of author-led gaming franchises.