D&D and Pathfinder were cut from the same cloth—If you know one, you’ll already have a strong grasp of the other.

When MCDM says that their new Draw Steel roleplaying game is going to focus on creating, in their words, a “tactical heroic cinematic fantasy”, players took notice.

Fablecraft is an innovative digital-only TTRPG that emphasizes narrative over complexity, and character creation is no different. Let me take you through the steps, from start to finish, and I’ll have you ready to play in no time at all.

So, a sci-fi setting is calling to you, and you and your fellow players and the game master (GM) have settled on Coriolis: The Third Horizon, but you have absolutely no idea how to play it? No worries, your friendly “local gamer is here to help!

Finding a Tales of the Valiant game to play in can feel like searching for a hidden treasure in a vast, untamed wilderness. Whether you're a seasoned roleplayer or a newcomer to the world of tabletop adventures, the struggle to find the right group, setting, or even game master can often seem like an endless challenge.

More and more players are discovering the exciting, dangerous, world of the Shadowdark RPG. the 2024 ENNIE-award-winning roleplaying game by Kelsey Dionne. Shadowdark combines old-school aesthetics (lots of tables) with modern, 5E D&D sensibilities (easy d20 mechanics, for instance). If you’re among those who have found themselves drawn to the dark and gritty world of Shadowdark or have been browsing games on StartPlaying Games' Shadowdark listings page, then you might be wondering what kind of character is going to give you the best chance of survival.

​Tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) such as Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) offer unique environments that help foster deep and meaningful relationships among participants. Playing together brings us together, and the play in these types of games emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and communication, all of which are foundational elements in building strong interpersonal connections.​

If you have heard of The One Ring 2e and are looking for a group to start playing, you’ve already fought half the battle, and I applaud you. Taking a risk on a newish game that barely anyone knows about shows that you are the perfect person to begin this journey.