About this episode

The episode discusses the nuances of TTRPG systems and the implications of game design on player engagement.

Have you ever noticed how different TTRPG systems have similar concepts but slightly different mechanics? How sometimes there seems to be a rule for the most specific edge case but not a core mechanic? Is it possible that we, as game designers, have done a disservice by trying to lure players into game-mastering by writing out all the mechanics? Is this description all questions? Oops? You’re welcome? www.2HGM.com Music: Pondhillow's Finest, The Burning Saviours

People in this episode

Host: 2HGM

Topics covered

• TTRPG systems
• game design
• game mastering
• mechanics
• player engagement

Keywords

• TTRPG
• game mechanics
• game design
• game mastering
• player engagement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: 2HGM

Books & works: Pondhillow's Finest, The Burning Saviours

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