Searxng/Forgotten Realms Netflix TV From niche game to global phenomenon: Explore the history of Dungeons & Dragons and its iconic Forgotten Realms setting, featured in the 2023 blockbuster film. April 13, 2026 AceShowbiz - Dungeons & Dragons began in 1974 as a structured framework for collaborative fantasy storytelling, created by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson. Over the past five decades, it has transformed from a niche pastime enjoyed in basements to a cornerstone of global geek culture.