Due to unforeseen shipping delays, the regular cover release of the 2024 Player’s Handbook is delayed for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. It is now expected to be available at stores in Australia starting October 11, in New Zealand October 18, and in Southeast Asia October 25.

We previously announced the delayed release of the alternate cover of the 2024 Player’s Handbook for this region. We are happy to share that the expected release date for the alternate cover has moved up; it is now October 11 for Australia and October 18 for New Zealand.

The digital release of the 2024 Player’s Handbook will not be impacted by this delay and will proceed as scheduled in all regions.

We are sorry for delays in the release of the 2024 Player’s Handbook. Our team is working to get it to you as quickly as we are able.

Thank you,

The Wizards of the Coast team

This article was updated on September 18 to account for further delays in shipment to Southeast Asia.