Meow Wolf, the renowned arts company celebrated for its surreal and immersive installations across the United States, is now extending its unique universe into the realm of tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). The recently launched Kickstarter campaign for "Tavers: The Meow Wolf Roleplaying Game" has seen overwhelming success, more than doubling its initial $50,000 funding target within the first 24 hours. This initiative allows enthusiasts to delve into Meow Wolf's bizarre narratives of psychic powers and interdimensional portals without the need to physically visit its installations in cities like Las Vegas or Houston.

"Tavers" is a creation of Exalted Funeral, a publisher recognized for its award-winning TTRPGs such as "Land of Eem" and "Monty Python’s Cocurricular Mediaeval Reenactment Programme." In this new game, participants assume the roles of "tavers," individuals endowed with the extraordinary ability to manipulate reality and open portals by harnessing raw creative energy. The core rulebook introduces five distinct story arcs, each weaving in familiar characters and locations from Meow Wolf's existing installations. These narratives promise encounters with eclectic elements like space truckers, slimes, and even a transdimensional hamster kaiju, ensuring a truly eccentric experience.

The game is thoughtfully designed to be accessible to a wide audience. For Meow Wolf aficionados who are new to TTRPGs, the game provides pregenerated characters and simplified rules to ease them into the gameplay. Conversely, seasoned TTRPG players who appreciate games rich in worldbuilding and intricate storytelling will find themselves immersed even without prior knowledge of Meow Wolf's extensive lore. A distinctive feature of "Tavers" that mirrors Meow Wolf's artistic ethos is the collaborative sharing of a sheet for notes and drawings between players and storytellers. Additionally, in-game items are ingeniously represented as Tetris-like blocks that must be strategically fitted into a designated space on each player's personal character sheet, adding a tactile and creative dimension to the experience.

The initial excitement for "Tavers" was so intense that a premium pledge tier, which included two exclusive early access tickets to Meow Wolf's upcoming exhibit in Los Angeles, quickly sold out to 50 dedicated early supporters. Backers who contribute to the campaign before midnight ET on March 6 will also receive a special d8 embroidered patch, designed by Meow Wolf's principal designer, Luke Dorman. The fundraising campaign is set to conclude on April 4, with the delivery of the game books and additional accessories, such as tokens, dice, and an original soundtrack, projected for December 2026.

This venture marks an exciting expansion for Meow Wolf, bringing its signature blend of art and narrative into an interactive gaming format. The rapid success of the Kickstarter campaign underscores the strong desire among fans to engage with the Meow Wolf universe in new and innovative ways. "Tavers" not only promises to transport players into a fantastical world but also serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of immersive storytelling and collaborative play.