Advanced Dungeons & Dragons (AD&D) is a tabletop role-playing game created by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, first published in the late 1970s. It builds on the original Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) game, introducing more complex rules and character options. Players create characters and embark on adventures guided by a Dungeon Master (DM), who narrates the story and controls non-player characters. The game features various character classes, races, and abilities, allowing for diverse gameplay experiences. Players use dice to determine the outcomes of their actions, adding an element of chance. AD&D has influenced many other role-playing games and remains popular among gaming communities.