Wizards of the Coast and D&D Beyond present a single, beginner-facing "How to Play D&D" resource that lays out what new players and Dungeon Masters need to know to get a table rolling. The flow of play is broken into easy-to-digest parts: roleplay, ability checks and saving throws, and combat rounds. For people ready to play, the resource points to free and low-friction options. Start small: read the basics, try the free intro adventure, build a Quick Build character, and jump into a Discord or local store session. Don’t overprep—roll a character, lean into roleplay, and let the dice teach you a few rules as you go.

Source: CBC News January 12, 2026 09:35 UTC