Just One More Roll: Writing Mysteries for RPGs – Panel at Gen Con 2025
From Role Playing Public Radio by Ross Payton
January 19, 2026 · 51 min
About this episode
The episode provides tips on writing effective mysteries for RPGs, featuring insights from Ross Payton and Caleb Stokes.
Writing a good mystery for a RPG can be tough to accomplish but it’s not impossible. Get tips from Ross Payton and Caleb Stokes on writing a great whodunit in your game! Threading the line between making the investigation too easy and too hard can be difficult, but we have enough experience to make it easier for you. This panel was recorded at Gen Con 2025. Check out Delta Green Dead Channels to support Caleb! Note: this panel was recorded at the Crowne Plaze hotel, which has an active railroad operating through it. I reduced noise as much as I could.
People in this episode
Host: Ross Payton
Guest: Caleb Stokes
Topics covered
- writing mysteries
- RPGs
- game design
- whodunit
- investigation
Keywords
- mystery writing
- RPG
- game design
- Gen Con
- whodunit
- investigation tips
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Delta Green Dead Channels
Places: Crowne Plaze hotel
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