COMING SOON: Old-School Essentials Player's Book [2026 Printing]

The 2026 printing of the Old-School Essentials Player's Book, coming soon! Estimated retail date: November 2026.

This book will be available to pre-order as part of the Demonic Grimoire BackerKit campaign in May.

Return to the roots of fantasy adventure! Don your chain mail, grab your iron spikes, and prepare your magic missile. Glory, wonder, and doom await!

• This book contains the complete game rules, 13 fantastic classes, 10 classic races, full equipment lists, and over 200 weird and wonderful spells.
• Simple rules let imagination and fast-paced action take the spotlight.
• Clear, modern presentation makes the game easy to learn and quick to reference.
• 100% compatible with the 1980s D&D rules and with decades of classic adventures and supplements.

Core book 1 of 2. Referees also need the Old-School Essentials Referee’s Book.

What's new in the 2026 printing? See our FAQ.