tabletop RPG
Tired of D&D? Here are the best alternative TTRPG systems to try
If you’ve been playing D&D for years and feel that the system no longer offers that spark of novelty and flexibility you were looking for, know that you’re not alone. Thousands of players have abandoned D&D in search of alternative systems that allow greater freedom in character design and a more engaging narrative approach. Why quit D&D? D&D 5e has […]
Why we keep being Game Masters in tabletop RPGs
Anyone who has been a game master for years eventually asks themselves the same question: why do I keep being a GM? Sometimes the preparation weighs heavily, organizing the group is stressful, and you feel almost “obligated” to keep the table running. Yet despite it all, many of us never truly stop being behind the screen. In this article we […]
RPG clichés that make players roll their eyes (and how to avoid them)
Why we talk about RPG clichés Tabletop RPGs are full of recurring images, phrases, and situations that become genuine clichés over time. Some remain enjoyable, but others end up making players roll their eyes every time they appear at the table. Understanding which clichés are most hated and why they frustrate players is the first step to avoiding them or […]
How to Make Your Dark Fantasy RPG Truly Dark
Many game masters talk about “dark fantasy” thinking only of gore, skulls, and gloomy atmospheres. In reality, a truly effective dark fantasy RPG works deeply on the lives of characters, their choices, and how the world reacts to what they do. It’s not just an aesthetic question, but rather a matter of game structure and the type of stories you […]
What is Roleplaying: two playing styles compared
What is roleplaying really in a tabletop RPG? When people talk about roleplaying in a tabletop RPG, many immediately think of strange voices, theatrical acting, and TV-series monologues. Actually, the simplest and most effective definition is much more concrete: roleplaying means making decisions as your character, not as yourself. In a good tabletop RPG, participants assume the role of a […]
How to Improvise in a TTRPG (even if it makes you anxious)
How to improvise in a ttrpg (even if it makes you anxious) Improvising in a role-playing game is a challenge for many game masters. It is not an innate superpower, but rather a skill that can be developed through targeted preparation and a few simple tools. One of the main issues is that improvisation is often portrayed as something magical: […]
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Complete guide to Borg of Pripyat – Everything you need to know [For Beginners]
But what is Borg of Pripyat? Borg of Pripyat is a post-apocalyptic role-playing game set in an alternate Soviet Union where: 1986: fragments of the asteroid Eridu crash down to Earth Consequence: a new alien material is discovered, called Eridite The twist: the USSR uses it as nuclear fuel, becoming a superpower The price: mutants, paranormal phenomena, and strange weather […]
Not everyone wants the spotlight: managing backseat players in TTRPGs
Managing the spotlight at the gaming table is one of the most delicate challenges any Game Master faces. We’re used to talking about players who take up too much space, but the opposite situation also exists. There are players who participate less, often remaining at the margins of the scene, yet at the end of the session tell you they […]
D&D Dominates the TTRPG Market: A Blessing or a Curse for the Industry?
When a tabletop game becomes the unchallenged leader in a market, it’s usually good news for the entire industry. In competitive video games like Street Fighter in fighting games, the success of a major title lifts the entire category. But in the world of tabletop role-playing games, the situation is completely different: D&D’s dominance is seen as potentially harmful to […]
What to Do if PCs Avoid Risks? 4 Practical Approaches
It sometimes happens that players are not interested in the challenges presented or try to avoid risks. In general, there are three practical approaches to manage this situation: 1. Communicate with the Players An open conversation is often the best way to start. It is helpful to avoid judgment and prefer questions that provoke reflection, such as requests about choices made or character motivations. Establishing shared expectations together […]