What's Coming for Beacon in 2026

Beacon’s second birthday is coming up on May 9th, and we want to give everyone a sneak peek of what Beacon Members can expect for the rest of the year and how we’re building the ultimate home for our community.

Beacon Everywhere: Offline & On Your TV.

We’ve heard your feedback, and we’re investing in the features that make your viewing frictionless.

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  Offline Mode: Take Exandria on the go. Both iOS and Android apps will be updated to support video downloads for offline viewing.

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  The Living Room Experience: This is the one you’ve been waiting for. Beacon will launch on Smart TVs. We are developing dedicated apps for major platforms to bring Critical Role into your living room at no additional cost to your membership.

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  Constant Improvement: We’re also working overtime on those annoying bugs that might log you out or lose your place. 

If you want to see more of the nitty gritty you can watch our Bits of Beacon Roadmap for more granular updates for anything tech. As always, we still want to see your ideas and help with your issues! You can submit any and all of your thoughts here and on the Discord.

Your Tuesdays Just Got Weirder.

Weird Kids is officially back next week, with 24 new episodes dropping every Tuesday through October. Join Ashley and Taliesin for an unfiltered look at their Hollywood roots—exclusive to Beacon Members.

The Campaign 4 Advantage:

As our fated conspirators converge and the curtain rises, the far-flung adventurers of Aramán will reunite as their saga reaches its first crescendo starting May 21st. Beacon is the definitive way to watch as the Soldiers, Seekers and Schemers return to Dol-Makjar, offering members the full experience with:

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  Exclusive Discord cast watch-along chats.

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  'Extra-juicy' Cooldowns for each episode.

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  Tale Gate’s Beacon-exclusive Night Cap when the dust settles.

But What’s Next?!

• •We’re dropping exclusive BTS tidbits and world-building secrets in an easy to read periodical starting May 4th. Going forward, the The Lore Keeper’s Ledger will be published the first Monday of every month.
• •Sam & Liam return to the Tavern for a Fireside Chat on May 12th, at 7pm PT

Think that’s everything? We still have a few secrets we aren't sharing just yet…😏

Early Access to Events.

Can’t make it to Atlanta for Maelstrom Kingdom on May 26th? Beacon Members get the 'Express Lane.' All five 2026 Echoes of Exandria live shows will arrive on Beacon within 7 days of each event—around a full month before they hit YouTube or Twitch! Plus, stay tuned: Beacon Members will continue to receive Priority Access for 2027 live show ticketing later this year.

A Birthday Gift for Our Bits.

To celebrate two amazing years together, we’re leveling up your Member Benefit! On May 12, your usual 10% discount gets a glow-up to 15% OFF at all Critical Role shops from midnight to 11:59pm PT.

Whether you’ve been eyeing fresh apparel or new tabletop treasures, this is your moment to snag it. Just our way of saying thanks for being such an incredible part of this community!