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Paizo, Inc. is a Redmond, Washington based publishing company founded in 2002.
In 2008 we launched our award-winning roleplaying game, Pathfinder. Players take the role of a hero in the world of Golarion.
In 2017 we launched Starfinder, a science-fantasy based roleplaying game that takes players to the edges of the galaxy.
The current library of games published by Paizo includes: fantasy and science fantasy roleplaying games, accessories, boardgames, and novels. Our vibrant organized play program boasts 60,000+ active players annually.
Paizo also maintains an active retail site that offers tens of thousands of products from a variety of publishers to customers worldwide.
In 2008 we launched our award-winning roleplaying game, Pathfinder. Players take the role of a hero in the world of Golarion.
In 2017 we launched Starfinder, a science-fantasy based roleplaying game that takes players to the edges of the galaxy.
The current library of games published by Paizo includes: fantasy and science fantasy roleplaying games, accessories, boardgames, and novels. Our vibrant organized play program boasts 60,000+ active players annually.
Paizo also maintains an active retail site that offers tens of thousands of products from a variety of publishers to customers worldwide.
Overview
Location
United States, Washington, Redmond
Employees
51-200
Phone
+1 425-250-0800
Founded date
2002
Mentions in press and media 15
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| Jul 31, 2026 | Pathfinder and Starfinder Finally Share a Table: Paizo’s 2027 Slate Revealed | By Henry Baker Published: Jul 31 2026, 1:38 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard |
| Jul 26, 2023 | Mirrorscape’s new AR tabletop platform could enhance your D&D campaign | Yet another virtual tabletop (VTT) tool has joined the fray, giving Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder and tabletop role-playing gamers alike a new augmented reality experience. Mirrorscape, a mixed reality and gaming development company, a... |
| Apr 27, 2023 | Paizo Announces Pathfinder Second Edition Remaster Project | Paizo announced that the next printing of its core Pathfinder rulebooks will be adjusted to reflect ... [+] errata and become the basis of the new Open RPG Creative (ORC) license for the flaship line.Paizo Inc. |
| Apr 9, 2023 | Paizo's Universal RPG License First Draft is Now Available to the Public | Urian B., Tech Times 09 April 2023, 10:04 pm TTRPG company Paizo has recently released the first draft of an Open RPG Creative License (ORC) to the public for feedback. This follows weeks of controversy following the attempted deauthorizati... |
| Jan 26, 2023 | A Beginner’s Guide To Pathfinder Second Edition | Fans seeking a new fantasy roleplaying experience should consider Pathfinder Second Edition.Paizo, Inc. |
| Jan 13, 2023 | Pathfinder Developer Announces Open Alternative to D&D's New Licensing Scheme | Yesterday, Paizo, the developer behind the popular tabletop roleplaying game, Pathfinder, announced a new licensing agreement for tabletop games designed to replace the industry standard Open Gaming License (OGL) that Wizards of the Coast i... |
| Jan 13, 2023 | ‘We rolled a 1’: D&D publisher addresses backlash over controversial license | After a week of silence amid intense backlash, Dungeons & Dragons publisher Wizards of the Coast (WoTC) has finally addressed its community’s concerns about changes to the open gaming license. The open gaming license (OGL) has existed s... |
| Jan 21, 2021 | Start The New Year With A Role Playing Game Starter Set | In space, no one can hear you roll way too many stress dice.Free League Publishing |
| Jan 19, 2021 | Paizo And Pinnacle Team Up For Savage Pathfinder | Two big boxed sets bring the world of Golarion to Savage Worlds Adventure Edition.Pinnacle Entertainment Group |
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FAQ about Paizo
When was Paizo founded?
Paizo was founded in 2002.
What has the press written about Paizo?
Parsers VC has collected 15 articles mentioning Paizo, among them “Pathfinder and Starfinder Finally Share a Table: Paizo’s 2027 Slate Revealed” (Jul 31, 2026) and “Mirrorscape’s new AR tabletop platform could enhance your D&D campaign” (Jul 26, 2023).
Is Paizo still active?
Yes, Paizo is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Sep 10, 2026.