New D&D Sourcebook “Ravenloft: The Horrors Within” (First Look)

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Back in May 2025, Wizards of the Coast unveiled eight new horror subclasses in an Unearthed Arcana playtest package. One big question at the time, however, is what upcoming book would the subclasses appear in?

Now, after months of speculation, we finally have an answer with the D&D brand team announcing Ravenloft: The Horrors Within, a new sourcebook for both players and Dungeon Masters. Slated for release in June 2026, the book will features new character options, monsters, NPCs, magic items, mechanics and DM advice for running horror-themed campaigns.

So just what can players expected in this new D&D Ravenloft sourcebook? Below, we look inward and piece together all the terrifying details.

What’s included in Ravenloft: The Horrors Within?

On the DM side, The Horrors Within expands the Domains of Dread with new Darklords, new monsters and new advice for running horror-based D&D campaigns across multiple sub-genres, covering everything from gothic horror and dark fantasy to the occult and cosmic horror. The book also includes a number of new NPCs, including the return of legendary monster hunter Rudolph van Richten.

Player-facing options include eight new horror-themed subclasses, which are based on materials presented in the May 2025 Unearthed Arcana playtest. Of these, the Reanimator Artificer and Hollow Warden Ranger are brand-new subclasses, while the College of Spirits Bard, Grave Domain Cleric, Phantom Rogue, Shadow Sorcerer, Hexblade Warlock and Undead Patron Warlock are updated versions of subclasses the originally appeared in 2021 in Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft. The Horrors Within also includes new species and backgrounds, new Dark Gift feats and expanded rules for using Fear and Dread.

When will Ravenloft: The Horrors Within be released?

The Horrors Within will officially hit shelves on June 16th, 2026. Pre-orders will begin on April 13th and D&D Beyond digital versions will be available to Master Tier subscribers on June 2nd and Hero Tier subscribers on June 9th. If you pre-order from local game store who has opted into the early release program, you’ll also received your physical copy on June 9th.

Notably, the book will also be a centerpiece for the new D&D Seasons, which is a new concept that connects new books and community events around a specific theme. In the case of the Horrors Within it will be part of the “Season of Horror” which runs from April to June 2026 and will include various products, special releases and organized play events tied to Ravenloft.

How much is Ravenloft: The Horrors Within?

The physical hardcover book will retail for $59.99 USD (not including shipping and handling), which is comparable to other recent releases we’ve seen. A price point for the D&D Beyond digital version, however, has not yet been confirmed (we’ll update this page with an exact price once it’s been confirmed).

Is there an alternate cover of Ravenloft: The Horrors Within?

Yes, as with other recent D&D books, there is alternate cover of The Horrors Within. The price is exactly the same as the regular version and it will be available online and at local game stores. Notably, the alternate cover is illustrated by Seattle-based artist Pam Wishbow and features a stylized black, white and red version of Strahd.

What other tie-in products will be released?

In addition to the main sourcebook, there are actually a number of other products related to The Horror Within all of which will be released in June 2026. This includes:

• Ravenloft: Tarokka Deck  ($24.99 USD): This physical se includes 60 Tarot-style cards designed to enhance storytelling, character creation and gameplay. Notably, the Tarroka deck has long been a staple of Ravenloft lore, having been mentioned in numerous supplements over the years.
• The Horrors Within DM Screen ($24.99 USD):  This four-panel DM screen will include new Ravenloft artwork and is designed specifically to work with The Horror Within.
• The Horrors Within Map Pack ($24.99 USD): This includes five double-sided poster maps and two token sheets, which are also designed for the new supplement. 

It’s also possible we will see products released as part of the new D&D Seasons, which are specific periods of time in which new books, accessories and organized play events will be all focused around a single theme. The “Season of Horror” runs from April to June 2026. We may also see tie-ins for the recently restarted D&D Encounters program, which is designed to bring more players into local game stores.

Final Thoughts

Almost 40 years after it was first introduced, Ravenloft remains incredibly popular, with recent releases like the Ravenloft: Heir of Strahd novel showing the setting still has plenty of life left in it. In fact, March 2026 will also mark the 10th anniversary of the popular Curse of Strahd campaign, which for many fans remains one of the best DnD campaigns ever made. As such, it’s not too surprising to see the return of Ravenloft to D&D. Because if there’s one thing the Domain of Dread has shown us, it’s that it doesn’t stay dead for very long.

We’ll be keeping a close eye on The Horrors Within in the weeks ahead and will update this page with new information as it’s available.

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