A discussion of “Going RAW” in TTRPGs, and whether or not there are signs of life for the MMORPGs formerly run by Trion Worlds. Intro (0:50) – Our week, in brief. Main Topic (2:38) – Let’s discuss whether or not to play “rules as written” in TTRPGs. Video Game News (21:26) – Gamigo has brought […]
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UnPROfessional – Loot Mechanics #50
The Switch “Pro” finally got announced, and things are simply ugly over at TSR/WFG Intro (0:50) – Our week, in brief. Main Topic (2:05) – The “Not Pro” Nintendo Switch is coming. I’d just like to say WE WERE RIGHT! Tabletop Gaming News (15:23) – More woes and weirdness coming from the newest former TSR. […]
Taking out the Trash – Loot Mechanics #49
Dealing with troublesome players, and broken video games, on today’s podcast Intro (0:50) – Our week, in brief. Main Topic (9:28) – GM advice for dealing with troublesome players, and perhaps recognizing them early Video Game News (31:07) – “Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance” apparently sucks. Let’s discuss. Wrap (47:56) – Final thoughts. Music from […]
Same Old Story – Loot Mechanics #48
Discussing some serious BS from Funcom regarding Secret World Legends, and a giant of TTRPG history is back (to our chagrin)! Intro (0:50) – Our week, in brief. Main Topic (4:19) – Funcom fails at supporting SWL, as well as honoring the death of a beloved community member Tabletop Gaming News (23:42) – Guess what’s […]
Addressing the Future – Loot Mechanics #47
Let’s discuss the inevitable 6th edition of “Dungeons & Dragons”. Also, Google is bringing Stadia to Android devices… and no one cared. Intro (0:50) – Our week, in brief. Main Topic (14:02) – WotC will inevitably release a 6th edition of D&D. What do we think that will look like? Video Game News (38:49) – […]
Casual Paradise – Loot Mechanics #46
Today we discuss the upcoming Casual MMO “Palia”, as well as the recently announced books for D&D5e. Intro (0:50) – Our week, in brief. Main Topic (6:08) – Let’s talk about “Palia“, and how it might save the MMORPG genre Tabletop Gaming News (22:55) – Two new adventure books have been announced for D&D, and […]