The Ghost in the Shell TTRPG Now on BackerKit

Date: 2026 August 05 20:08

Posted by Joe

The good folks from Manic Games have sent us details for their BackerKit campaign for their The Ghost in the Shell TTRPG. It's set to run until 13th August 2026 and will give you a chance to back the game and in effect pre-order various different editions. For those worried about international shipping, they do have a digital PDF version from £15, with the hardback book being £35, along with various bundles including an official dice set a GM screen and other nifty perks. They also offer a tier with miniatures, either in resin or the STL files so you can print them yourself!

So if you want to pledge something and get the TTRPG head over to their BackerKit campaign.

You can also read our interview with Alessio Cavatore co-designer of The Ghost in the Shell TTRPG

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

New Shirow Masamune Artwork, First Official Ghost in the
Shell Tabletop Miniature Range, Early Rulebook Access
and Free Bonus Missions Drive Excitement for The Ghost
in the Shell: Tabletop Roleplaying Game

Campaign live on BackerKit until August 13th

By acclaimed designers Alessio Cavatore and Zak Barouh



Nottingham, UK - Mantic Games has revealed a series of major campaign rewards for The Ghost in the Shell: Tabletop Roleplaying Game, giving fans more reasons than ever to join the official BackerKit campaign.

From a rare new piece of artwork created by legendary manga creator Shirow Masamune, to the first official Ghost in the Shell tabletop miniature range available in both MasterCraft™ Resin and print-ready STL format, the campaign offers collectors, hobbyists, and roleplayers an unprecedented opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of Section 9.



Backers will also enjoy immediate benefits. Every supporter will receive an advance PDF edition of the core rulebook in September, allowing them to begin playing months before physical fulfilment, while all backers will also receive three new bonus missions free of charge as they are completed by the design team.



Based on the groundbreaking manga published by Kodansha Ltd., The Ghost in the Shell: Tabletop Roleplaying Game captures the cybernetic intrigue, political conspiracies, technological innovation, and philosophical depth that have made the franchise one of the
defining works of cyberpunk fiction.

Developed by legendary game designer Alessio Cavatore and award-winning TTRPG writer Zak Barouh, the game allows players to create their own Section 9 agents and investigate threats ranging from cybercrime and terrorism to rogue artificial intelligences and corporate espionage.

"We're thrilled to bring The Ghost in the Shell to tabletop roleplaying," said Ronnie Renton, CEO of Mantic Games. "This is one of science fiction's most influential worlds, and we're honoured to be entrusted with the licence. Alessio and Zak have created an experience that stays true to Shirow Masamune's original manga, allowing players to step directly into the world of Major Kusanagi and Section 9."

Rare New Ghost in the Shell Artwork by Shirow Masamune
Few creators have shaped cyberpunk as profoundly as Shirow Masamune, the visionary behind The Ghost in the Shell. Now, fans have the opportunity to acquire a brand-new piece of artwork created by Shirow exclusively for The Ghost in the Shell: Tabletop Roleplaying Game.

Created specifically for the campaign, the illustration brings together Major Motoko Kusanagi and Batou, iconic characters from The Ghost in the Shell with elements inspired by the tabletop RPG, celebrating both the original manga and its newest adaptation. Available as a premium 250mm x 250mm Limited Edition Art Print on 350gsm stock, it is offered exclusively through the campaign as part of the Collector's Bundle or as an individual add on.

Entirely new artwork from Shirow Masamune is a rarity, making this one of the campaign's most sought-after collectibles and an exceptional opportunity for fans to own a new piece from one of manga's most influential creators.

First Official Ghost in the Shell Tabletop Miniature Range



For the first time, fans can bring the heroes of Section 9 directly to the tabletop with an officially licensed miniature range created specifically for tabletop gaming, collecting, and painting.

The collection includes some of the most iconic characters in science fiction, including Major Motoko Kusanagi, Batou, and the beloved Fuchikoma, recreated in stunning detail and faithful to Shirow Masamune's original vision.

The miniatures are available as premium MasterCraft™ Resin models for collectors seeking the highest-quality physical miniatures, while print-ready STL files allow 3D-printing enthusiasts around the world to create and paint their own official Ghost in the Shell miniatures at home.

For a franchise that has inspired generations of fans across manga, anime, film, and gaming, the arrival of an official tabletop miniature range marks a significant milestone and gives fans a completely new way to experience the world of Ghost in the Shell.

Instant Rewards: Begin Playing This September
Backers won't need to wait for physical fulfilment to begin their journey into the world of Section 9.

Every supporter will receive an advance PDF edition of the core rulebook in September, giving players and gamemasters the opportunity to start creating characters, learning the rules, and running operations months before physical rewards arrive.

The digital rulebook includes character creation, cybernetic upgrades, combat and hacking systems, equipment, iconic character profiles, and the introductory mission. Rather than simply pre-ordering a future product, backers gain access to the game itself this year.

Three Bonus Missions Included Free for Every Backer
Every backer will automatically receive three additional Ghost in the Shell missions free of charge, delivered throughout development as they are completed by the game's design team.

One mission sends Section 9 to a remote island cut off from the outside world, where rival factions and covert operatives battle for control and every alliance could determine the fate of an isolated society.

Another sees agents investigate a cybernetic breach driving civilians into dangerous behaviour, uncovering a conspiracy hidden beneath escalating unrest and digital interference.

The third places operatives undercover at the grand opening of a luxury high-rise hotel designed as an immersive cruise experience, where a sudden lockdown leaves Section 9 trapped inside a rapidly escalating crisis.

These adventures provide fresh investigations, dangerous new threats, and additional opportunities to explore the cybercrime, political intrigue, and high-stakes operations that
define the Ghost in the Shell universe.

A New Way to Enter the World of Section 9
With rare new artwork from Shirow Masamune, the first official Ghost in the Shell tabletop miniature range available in both MasterCraft™ Resin and STL format, early access to the rulebook, and three bonus missions included for every backer, The Ghost in the Shell: Tabletop Roleplaying Game offers one of the most comprehensive celebrations of the
franchise ever brought to tabletop gaming.

Whether you're a lifelong fan of the manga, a collector seeking exclusive memorabilia, a hobbyist eager to paint Section 9 operatives, or a roleplayer ready to investigate your first cybercrime case, the campaign provides an unprecedented opportunity to step directly into the world of Ghost in the Shell.

The campaign is available now on BackerKit until August 13th.

About Mantic Games
Founded in 2008, Mantic Games is a multi-award-winning independent tabletop games studio. They are the creative team behind much-loved licensed tabletop games including Halo: Flashpoint, Hellboy: The Board Game, and The Walking Dead: All Out War. Mantic is also famous for miniature wargames set in their own worlds including Firefight™, Deadzone®, and the hugely popular fantasy battle game Kings of War®.