Join Section 9, a secret elite tactical unit led by Major Motoko Kusanagi. Create your own agent, arming yourself with cutting-edge weapons, gadgets and cybernetics.
Investigate complex cybercrimes and confront international conspiracies as you deep dive into the groundbreaking manga that helped define modern cyberpunk.
FOLLOW AND RESERVE TO UNLOCK PRE-LAUNCH EXTRAS
Follow and reserve today to unlock early access and exclusive extras*, plus stay up to date with all the pre-launch campaign updates and reveals.
Follow - to receive a free The Ghost in the Shell Bookmark.
Reserve for £1 - to protect your hardback with an exclusive Dust Jacket.
Back on Launch Day - Get access to the Digital Rulebook PDF immediately after the campaign ends, months before retail.
OFFICIALLY LICENSED. PASSIONATELY DESIGNED.
Based on the original manga by legendary creator Shirow Masamune, explore an authentic, deeply faithful tabletop adaptation designed by legendary games designer Alessio Cavatore and award-winning TTRPG writer Zak Barouh.
Powered by a custom game system, this immersive RPG combines fast-paced, narrative-driven mechanics with the philosophical depth and visual flair that define The Ghost in the Shell.
DEEP DIVE INTO THE GHOST IN THE SHELL
Experience an unforgettable sci-fi world with a premium rulebook featuring stunning art from The Ghost in the Shell manga, iconic tabletop miniatures, and missions that draw you into the story like never before.
Character Creation – Choose your skills, traits, motivations and morality.
Detailed and highly lethal rules for combat, and of course, for hacking.
Cutting-edge armoury of weapons, gear, tech, and cybernetic upgrades.
Profiles for all of the famous characters.
Your first mission: Lost Patriot.
And this is just the beginning...
Wouldn't it be great to finally roleplay in The Ghost in the Shell's world? Well, now you can!
* Pre-launch extras are only redeemable with physical pledges. The Digital Rulebook PDF will be fulfilled after backers complete the Pledge Manager.
Latest from the Creator
Mantic Games
3 days ago
Character Vote & Miniature Reveal #2 | The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG
Welcome back, Agents!
If you are just joining us, welcome! If you haven't watched them yet, we've shared a three-part designer diary video series in our previous updates to give you a deeper look at the passion and work that's gone into making this game. Next week, we'll begin sharing our Actual Play series, so you can see how much fun it is in action.
For those of you interested in reading more about The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG, the lovely folks at Tabletop Gaming Magazine interviewed Alessio and Zak for the July issue. Find out how to get the magazine in physical or digital format via the link.
SECTION 9 MINIATURE PACK
As we mentioned in our previous update, we've created six iconic 40mm miniatures available to backers as the Section 9 Miniature Pack. We're continuing to share these miniatures over the coming days. Let's take a closer look at the next character!
REVEAL #2 - TOGUSA
One of the few primary Section 9 agents without military experience, Togusa was recruited out of the police force. He grew frustrated with the corruption and incompetence he experienced there, feeling that no matter how good a cop he was, he couldn’t ever really help people. His strong moral compass continues to guide his actions in Section 9, and despite his relative lack of experience, he has proved a valuable member of the team. He often assists Batou with field investigations, providing street-level intel through his police network. Togusa has a young family, a responsibility which can make his dangerous role in Section 9 complicated.
More minis to be revealed!
DON'T FORGET TO LOCK IN YOUR PRE-LAUNCH REWARDS
Don't forget, following before launch adds a free bookmark to your physical pledge, and reserving for £1 gives you a gorgeous dust jacket to keep your hardback book in pristine condition. Don't miss out!
Finally, in our most recent poll, we want to know who your favourite Section 9 agent is, excluding the Major (we're confident she'd win!). Let us know, and we'd love to hear more about what you like about these characters in the comments below.
Until next time, thank you for joining us on this great adventure.
Miniature Reveal #1 | The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG
Welcome back, Agents!
Here at Mantic, we're not just a publisher of award-winning games, but we also have a long history of creating high-quality, thematic miniatures.
Working with the team at Kodansha to bring The Ghost in the Shell manga to life has been a dream project, and alongside the tabletop RPG, we're excited to reveal the Section 9 Miniature Pack, a range of six iconic 40mm miniatures available as part of this campaign.
We'll be sharing the miniatures over the coming days. Let's take a closer look at the first reveal...
SECTION 9 MINIATURE PACK REVEAL #1 - BATOU
Section 9’s lead field investigator, Batou, is a formidable soldier and a great asset to the unit. He has a long military history, and his considerable skills are enhanced by his advanced cybernetic eyes. He has a strong sense of loyalty to his comrades and to leaders who earn his respect. His time in the military left him with a great hatred for commanders who disregard the lives of their subordinates. As well as his role gathering intel in the field, Batou has been given supervision of Section 9’s recruit training program.
For those of you reading these updates without following the campaign, don't forget, following before launch adds a free bookmark to your physical pledges, and reserving for £1 gives you a gorgeous dust jacket to keep your hardback book in pristine condition. If you're thinking of backing, don't miss out.
Until next time, thank you for joining us on this great adventure.
Game Mechanics | The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG
Welcome back, Agents!
Since our last update, over 1,500 new recruits have signed up to explore the world of The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG. Thanks for being here!
For those of you reading these updates without following the campaign, don't forget, following before launch adds a free bookmark to your physical pledges, and reserving for £1 gives you a gorgeous dust jacket to keep your hardback book in pristine condition. If you're thinking of backing, don't miss out.
In this update, game designer Alessio Cavatore returns to share more insights into the making of The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG. Today, he shares more details about the game mechanics. If you have any questions, we'll be hosting a live AMA soon so you can ask him all your burning questions.
Stay tuned! Next week we'll begin our actual-play series with Alessio and friends playing The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG, so you can see this game in action. We'll also be sharing a closer look at the miniatures!
Join Alessio and the gang for their adventures!
Finally, be sure to vote in our most recent poll. The Ghost in the Shell is an iconic cyberpunk world, and we'd love to hear how you discovered the series.
Until next time, thank you for joining us on this great adventure.
Character Creation | The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG
Welcome back, Agents!
It goes without saying that this is an exciting week in the world of The Ghost in the Shell.
First, thank you again for joining us so far in the journey of the official tabletop RPG. If you're anything like us, you'll agree that character creation is one of the most exciting parts of roleplaying games. In this update, game designer Alessio Cavatore returns to share more insights into the making of The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG.
In the video below, he deep dives into the Character Creation process, discussing key elements and offering suggestions and insights to consider when creating your own Section 9 agent.
Additionally, as a thank-you for following this campaign so far, we're giving you the tools to start creating your own Section 9 agents right now! Campaign followers, keep reading to download the Character Creation Kit.
Finally, vote in our most recent poll to let us know what kind of agent you want to be. The Ghost in the Shell is a cyberpunk world filled with possibilities, and we'd love to hear what excites you most.
Until next time, thank you for joining us on this great adventure.
Meet the Designer | The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop RPG
Welcome Agents!
As huge fans of Shirow-sensei's manga, we are thrilled to bring you this game, which will allow you and your friends to play the part of trainee agents for Section 9.
This is a huge passion project for the team that has been years in the making; in fact, game designer Alessio Cavatore first announced he was writing The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop Roleplaying Game back in 2023. Three years later, it is almost here!
Today, we're sharing the first of Alessio's designer diaries, so you can hear his passion behind this game for yourselves. Watch below!
We're sure you have a million questions about the game, so to help answer them, we'll be sharing even more:
Designer Diaries
Actual Play Sessions
Live AMA with the Team
Rulebook Teaser
Until next time, be sure to answer this poll, and thank you for joining us on this great adventure.
