Tabletop game publisher and developer Modiphius Entertainment has recently made an exciting acquisition. They have obtained the rights to the popular solo and co-op adventure wargaming RPGs, Five Parsecs From Home and Five Leagues From the Borderlands, from Ivan Sorensen’s Nordic Weasel Games. This partnership not only includes the existing games but also involves the development of new games and expansions. Modiphius Entertainment aims to expand and enhance these beloved game IPs for fans around the world.
An exciting aspect of this acquisition is the retention of Ivan Sorensen as the lead writer. With his creative vision intact, Modiphius plans to support extensive product development for the Five Parsecs line of products. Players can look forward to the release of “Five Parsecs: Tactics” and “Five Parsecs: Planetfall” (working title), two standalone games set in the same universe. These games will allow players to embark on even grander adventures with their Five Parsecs From Home crew.
The backdrop for these new games is a Unity government led by a new emerging leader. The Unity forces are cracking down on the fringe, possibly in response to invasions from the Soulless or the Swarm along the border systems. However, there are mysterious whispers of a peculiar alien-engineered star system in the Greater Deep. Expeditions are being organized, and the Precursors are expressing concerns about these developments.
Modiphius Entertainment’s CCO and co-founder, Chris Birch, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: “I’m a huge fan of solo adventure wargames, so being able to get behind Ivan’s vision for the games and help expand it beyond the horizon is going to be a lot of fun!” The collaboration between Modiphius and Ivan Sorensen has already yielded positive results, with the retail edition of Five Parsecs From Home garnering overwhelming response from players. The combination of captivating art and impressive layout has been instrumental in elevating the game system’s popularity.
Ivan Sorensen himself shared his excitement for the future of the games: “The response to the Modiphius editions has been overwhelming. I think the combination of great art and layout has really been a boon to the game system, and I am super excited to continue creating new exciting adventures.” Ivan has been diligently exploring fresh ways to expand the Five Parsecs From Home experience. The upcoming games, Tactics and Planetfall, promise to introduce players to a wealth of new gameplay mechanics and opportunities.
Five Parsecs: Tactics will enable players to take their gaming experience to the next level by commanding squads of troops, grav tanks, and more in the battlefields of Unified Space and beyond. The game will be fully compatible with the existing characters from Five Parsecs From Home. Tactics offers players scenario creation, points values, solo mechanics for those who prefer playing alone, campaign rules for both map-oriented and narrative campaigns, and a plethora of other features. The accompanying book will also provide valuable advice and tools for creating custom battle scenarios.
Following Tactics, players can look forward to Five Parsecs: Planetfall. This game invites players to venture into uncharted territories as they colonize a new world and unveil its hidden secrets. Along the way, they will encounter hostile intruders, perilous wildlife and engage in battles to defend their territory. Players will also send out scouts and scientists, develop new technologies, and construct their home base. As with previous games, Five Parsecs: Planetfall will seamlessly integrate with existing characters and expand the expansive universe of the game.
In addition to the new games, fans of Five Parsecs From Home can anticipate a range of expansions. Expansion 3 and Bughunt are currently in development, offering players new content and challenges to explore. Furthermore, a retail print anthology of the four expansions will be made available, providing players with a comprehensive collection of additional content.
Modiphius and Ivan Sorensen are also collaborating on expanding the Five Leagues From the Borderlands game, which has gained significant popularity among retail stores. These expansions will ensure that players have even more thrilling adventures in the immersive world of the Borderlands.
The acquisition of Five Parsecs From Home and Five Leagues From the Borderlands by Modiphius Entertainment signifies an exciting chapter for these beloved game IPs. With Modiphius’ support and Ivan Sorensen’s continued creative involvement, fans can expect a bright future for the franchise. Modiphius’ dedication to high-quality artwork and captivating layouts ensures that players will have visually stunning experiences while immersing themselves in the rich gameplay offered by these games.
As plans for future games continue to develop, Modiphius Entertainment is also working on bringing a retail edition of Five Men From Normandy to life. This game, set on the frontlines of World War II and beyond, promises to deliver a similar treatment of beautiful artwork and an engaging layout, allowing players to embark on thrilling adventures in historical conflicts.
The acquisition of Five Parsecs From Home and Five Leagues From the Borderlands by Modiphius Entertainment is an exciting development for fans of these popular adventure wargaming RPGs. With new games, expansions, and the creative vision of Ivan Sorensen, players can look forward to immersive and thrilling experiences in the diverse universes of these games.
