Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by Anne Ratchat, Jason Morningstar, and regrets from James Mendez Hodes.  When writing games, a lot of topics are taboo simply because as a community, we are worried how people might take the intentionality of the design to the worst possible places. The issue created by not writing these games, we erase the experience of so many creatives and players who also deserve to have their voices heard. We will be discussing the thought process of how to tackle these controversial topics so that games can be a place for all experiences.

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by <a href="https://boardgamegeek.com/rpgdesigner/113205/anne-ratchat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anne Ratchat</a>, <a href="https://bullypulpitgames.com/pages/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jason Morningstar</a>, and regrets from <a href="https://jamesmendezhodes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James Mendez Hodes.</a>  When writing games, a lot of topics are taboo simply because as a community, we are worried how people might take the intentionality of the design to the worst possible places. The issue created by not writing these games, we erase the experience of so many creatives and players who also deserve to have their voices heard. We will be discussing the thought process of how to tackle these controversial topics so that games can be a place for all experiences.

Episode 352: Problematic and Taboo Topics

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by Olivia Montoya, Acata Felton. In some circles, Secrets and Powers LARPs are dismissed as outdated or "too obscure." Our panelists flatly reject this mindset, and invite you to join them for a discussion about what Secrets and Powers games have to offer. Come learn more about this specific type of LARP, which has a focus on pre-written characters, hidden information and roles, and ability mechanics. Learn about why secrets and powers games are cool, get a crash course on how to write and GM them in the modern day, and consider how to make a better future for communities that run them.

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by <a href="https://www.oliviamontoya.com/index.php/projects/ttrpg/small-games/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Olivia Montoya</a>, <a href="https://www.goldencobra.org/pdf/2021/Felton--TheGoodSamaritan.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Acata Felton</a>. In some circles, Secrets and Powers LARPs are dismissed as outdated or "too obscure." Our panelists flatly reject this mindset, and invite you to join them for a discussion about what Secrets and Powers games have to offer. Come learn more about this specific type of LARP, which has a focus on pre-written characters, hidden information and roles, and ability mechanics. Learn about why secrets and powers games are cool, get a crash course on how to write and GM them in the modern day, and consider how to make a better future for communities that run them.

Episode 351: Secrets and Powers Larps

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by Mel D'Amato Anyone who makes or sells consumer goods has been watching the news about shipping and logistics in horror. The cost of freight is up. There are no shipping containers to put goods into. Products are sitting on docks in Asia. Full ships can't get to port to unload on this side of the ocean. Our expert, Mel D'Amato from ShipBob, talks to us about what's going on, why everything is terrible, and what we can expect over the next several months.

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by <a href="https://linktr.ee/melerella" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mel D'Amato</a> Anyone who makes or sells consumer goods has been watching the news about shipping and logistics in horror. The cost of freight is up. There are no shipping containers to put goods into. Products are sitting on docks in Asia. Full ships can't get to port to unload on this side of the ocean. Our expert, Mel D'Amato from ShipBob, talks to us about what's going on, why everything is terrible, and what we can expect over the next several months.

Episode 350: Shipping is on FIRE

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by Jon Lemich, Chance Feldstein, Alex White. There are many diceless RPGs, but their mechanics and design objectives vary more than most designers realize. What do you need to consider when designing a diceless RPG? Do you simply want to replace dice with cards or hidden information wagers, or do you want it to be randomizerless, gameless, or pure collaborative authorship?

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by <a href="https://mediaprophet.itch.io/the-colors-of-magic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Lemich</a>, <a href="https://alchemicalgaming.com/contact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chance Feldstein</a>, <a href="https://planesailinggames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alex White</a>. There are many diceless RPGs, but their mechanics and design objectives vary more than most designers realize. What do you need to consider when designing a diceless RPG? Do you simply want to replace dice with cards or hidden information wagers, or do you want it to be randomizerless, gameless, or pure collaborative authorship?

Episode 349: The Many Meanings of Diceless

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by Joan Moriarity, Darren Watts, Beth Rimmels. Which is better, a game that concludes when somebody wins, or a game that concludes when the story is deemed to be complete? It's a trick question, obviously; both styles have their benefits and drawbacks, but what are those exactly? Why do certain kinds of players tend to gravitate toward one or the other? What can devotees of one type gain from playing the other, and how can we make it more enjoyable to cross that divide?

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC80NF_HbNp9cAapDl-MbMRA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joan Moriarity</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darren_Watts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Darren Watts</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethrimmels/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beth Rimmels</a>. Which is better, a game that concludes when somebody wins, or a game that concludes when the story is deemed to be complete? It's a trick question, obviously; both styles have their benefits and drawbacks, but what are those exactly? Why do certain kinds of players tend to gravitate toward one or the other? What can devotees of one type gain from playing the other, and how can we make it more enjoyable to cross that divide?

Episode 348: Pass-Fail vs Open-Ended Play

Recorded at Metatopia 2021 Presented by Eric Whalen.  Lawyers secretly know that you do not read the big chunks of standardized text in your contract that have nothing to do with your obligations and how much you are getting paid / paying (called "boilerplate" text). Worse - many lawyers forget to read the boilerplate in their own contracts! Whether you love or hate these reader-unfriendly text walls, join the panelist as he reminds us to intellectually grapple with the important provisions everyone has likely agreed to, but may never have read or fully understood until now. Chatters will be encouraged to link their own boilerplate samples so that panelists may demonstrate how to dissect organic boilerplate specimen live.

Recorded at Metatopia 2021 Presented by <a href="https://www.gamelawyerwhalen.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eric Whalen. </a> Lawyers secretly know that you do not read the big chunks of standardized text in your contract that have nothing to do with your obligations and how much you are getting paid / paying (called "boilerplate" text). Worse - many lawyers forget to read the boilerplate in their own contracts! Whether you love or hate these reader-unfriendly text walls, join the panelist as he reminds us to intellectually grapple with the important provisions everyone has likely agreed to, but may never have read or fully understood until now. Chatters will be encouraged to link their own boilerplate samples so that panelists may demonstrate how to dissect organic boilerplate specimen live.

Episode 347: Reading Contract Boilerplate

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by Moe Poplar, Michael Low, J Gurantz. Now kids, stop fighting! RPGs are intensely emotionally engaging, deeply moving experiences - and they're fun! Much attention has been paid, recently, to their application in therapy, helping people navigate complex emotional change. This creates a question - how does the violence often built into the system - and setting - of an RPG affect players, and how can we create games where tension, drama, and struggle don't have to be wedded to destruction?

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/shibuyanknightsrpg/shibuyan-knights-a-tabletop-rpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Moe Poplar</a>, <a href="https://luckoflegends.itch.io/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michael Low</a>, <a href="https://rpggeek.com/rpg/70344/we-are-ciphers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">J Gurantz</a>. Now kids, stop fighting! RPGs are intensely emotionally engaging, deeply moving experiences - and they're fun! Much attention has been paid, recently, to their application in therapy, helping people navigate complex emotional change. This creates a question - how does the violence often built into the system - and setting - of an RPG affect players, and how can we create games where tension, drama, and struggle don't have to be wedded to destruction?

Episode 346: RPGs Without Obvious Combat Mechanics

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by presented by Jack Rosetree, Olivia Montoya, Taylor LaBresh. Perfection is a toxic concept. The pressure to make our games elegant, innovative, replayable, marketable, pitchable, attractive, and trendy can be exhausting. Don't be afraid to make ugly, unmarketable, uncomfortable, or downright bad games. Making trash is liberating, exhilarating, and cathartic.   Full Slide Deck at https://tinyurl.com/htnw669s

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by presented by <a href="https://rosetreegames.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jack Rosetree</a>, <a href="https://www.oliviamontoya.com/index.php/projects/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Olivia Montoya</a>, <a href="https://riverhousegames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Taylor LaBresh</a>. Perfection is a toxic concept. The pressure to make our games elegant, innovative, replayable, marketable, pitchable, attractive, and trendy can be exhausting. Don't be afraid to make ugly, unmarketable, uncomfortable, or downright bad games. Making trash is liberating, exhilarating, and cathartic.   Full Slide Deck at <a href="https://tinyurl.com/htnw669s" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/htnw669s</a>

Episode 345: Making Trash Games for Love

Recorded at Metatopia 2021 Presented by Jason Pitre, Rae Nedjadi and Sean Nittner with regrets from Jay Dragon.   Countless brilliant analog game designers are creating innovative games around the world. Unfortunately, creatives from many countries face harsh barriers in terms of crowdfunding access, banking regulations, shipping challenges, or other factors. That is why international co-publishing agreements have come on the scene. In this panel, Filipino Designer/Publisher Jamila Nedjadi joins North American publishing partners to discuss the different business models that have worked for them.

Recorded at Metatopia 2021 Presented by <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jason Pitre</a>, <a href="https://temporalhiccup.itch.io/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rae Nedjadi</a> and <a href="https://evilhat.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sean Nittner</a> with regrets from Jay Dragon. Countless brilliant analog game designers are creating innovative games around the world. Unfortunately, creatives from many countries face harsh barriers in terms of crowdfunding access, banking regulations, shipping challenges, or other factors. That is why international co-publishing agreements have come on the scene. In this panel, Filipino Designer/Publisher Jamila Nedjadi joins North American publishing partners to discuss the different business models that have worked for them.

Episode 344: International Co-Publishing Agreements

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by Jonathan Lavallee, Alastor Guzman, Moe Poplar. Do You Want to Build a Snowman? Printing and Publishing Where You Are.  In this panel we'll be looking at the current state of printing and publishing RPGs from Canada, the US, Europe, and Mexico. Where are there new opportunities for small publishers to produce physical books without breaking the bank?

Recorded at Metatopia Online 2021 Presented by <a href="https://www.firestorm-ink.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jonathan Lavallee</a>, <a href="" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alastor Guzman</a>, <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/shibuyanknightsrpg/shibuyan-knights-a-tabletop-rpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Moe Poplar</a>. Do You Want to Build a Snowman? Printing and Publishing Where You Are.  In this panel we'll be looking at the current state of printing and publishing RPGs from Canada, the US, Europe, and Mexico. Where are there new opportunities for small publishers to produce physical books without breaking the bank?

Episode 343: Printing and Shipping Where You Are

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RPG Design Panelcast

Everyone can design games, and we are here to help show you the way. We will teach you the basics and give you the resources to learning rpg design on your own. We provided attendants with a DVD full of podcast content and panel recordings. You can find much of that information at the link below: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/eibuw567kj9px3q/ScnQmP5A58 This was presented by Jason Pitre and Mark Diaz Truman. Episode 24: How to Learn RPG Design [ 53:41 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (409)

Everyone can design games, and we are here to help show you the way. We will teach you the basics and give you the resources to learning rpg design on your own. We provided attendants with a DVD full of podcast content and panel recordings. You can find much of that information at the link below: <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/sh/eibuw567kj9px3q/ScnQmP5A58" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dropbox.com/sh/eibuw567kj9px3q/ScnQmP5A58</a> This was presented by Jason Pitre and <a href="http://www.magpiegames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mark Diaz Truman</a>.<a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/951/0/Episode24-Learn_RPG_Design.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Episode 24: How to Learn RPG Design [ 53:41 ] <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_99" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play Now</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_99" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play in Popup</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/951/0/Episode24-Learn_RPG_Design.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download</a> (409)

Episode 24 – How to Learn RPG Design

Recorded at Metatopia 2017 Presented by Michael Malecki, Elsa Henry, Shervyn von Hoerl, Monica Speca. Join us for a workshop to create a combat system that could possibly allow for the fluid and chaotic nature of combat but not be overwhelmingly disruptive to play style. The first half of the panel will cover offensive and defensive theories. We will go over the positives and negatives of things such as Narrative play, Slow-Fu, and Physical Combat. After a brief Q&amp;A, those who building a system are welcome to stay and workshop with experts.

Recorded at Metatopia 2017 Presented by Michael Malecki, <a href="http://feministsonar.com/elsa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elsa Henry</a>, Shervyn von Hoerl, <a href="https://rpggeek.com/rpgdesigner/67150/monica-speca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Monica Speca</a>. Join us for a workshop to create a combat system that could possibly allow for the fluid and chaotic nature of combat but not be overwhelmingly disruptive to play style. The first half of the panel will cover offensive and defensive theories. We will go over the positives and negatives of things such as Narrative play, Slow-Fu, and Physical Combat. After a brief Q&amp;A, those who building a system are welcome to stay and workshop with experts.

Episode 159 - Anatomy of a Fight

Recorded at Metatopia 2019 Presented by Jason Morningstar, Jacqueline Bryk and Alastor Guzman.  Failure is baked into any creative discipline, but we rarely discuss it. In this panel we'll discuss our most noteworthy failures and the role failure plays in our process. The goal is to normalize failure and to learn from the occasionally dramatic mistakes of others. It may be funny, it may be sad, but it will definitely be interesting.

Recorded at Metatopia 2019 Presented by<a href="https://bullypulpitgames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Jason Morningstar,</a> <a href="https://www.jacquelinebryk.design/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jacqueline Bryk</a> and <a href="https://axostories.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alastor Guzman</a>.  Failure is baked into any creative discipline, but we rarely discuss it. In this panel we'll discuss our most noteworthy failures and the role failure plays in our process. The goal is to normalize failure and to learn from the occasionally dramatic mistakes of others. It may be funny, it may be sad, but it will definitely be interesting.

Episode 242 - On Failure

The Writer’s Workshop   Recorded at Metatopia 2013 Presented by John Adamus. Here’s a chance for authors and creators to get answers to their writing questions as they work on developing their first, or tenth project. Questions often include issues of layout, editing costs, the best way to write to the reader, and the best way to take an idea from the abstract idea phase to the down-on-paper phase Episode 48: The Writer's Workshop [ 1:26:30 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (286)

The Writer’s Workshop Recorded at Metatopia 2013 Presented by <a href="http://writernextdoor.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">John Adamus</a>. Here’s a chance for authors and creators to get answers to their writing questions as they work on developing their first, or tenth project. Questions often include issues of layout, editing costs, the best way to write to the reader, and the best way to take an idea from the abstract idea phase to the down-on-paper phase<a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1245/0/Episode48-WriterWorkshop.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Episode 48: The Writer's Workshop [ 1:26:30 ] <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_75" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play Now</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_75" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play in Popup</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1245/0/Episode48-WriterWorkshop.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download</a> (286)

Episode 48 – The Writer’s Workshop

Recorded at Metatopia 2016 Presented by Joshua Yearsley, John Adamus, Dr. Jessica Hammer. Writing and editing rulebooks is still a black art, not an empirical science. In this panel, Dr. Jessica Hammer and professional editors John Adamus and Joshua Yearsley hash out the state of the rulebook. What works? What doesn't? Why do so many professionals (including us!) disagree about how to write good rulebooks? Why are so many rulebooks still bad, and what can we do about it? We won't have all the answers - maybe you'll help us find some. It is somewhere between a panel and a roundtable. We'll certainly have things to say and discuss with each other, but we absolutely welcome audience input to figure out what the world's thinking about. Apologies for the poor sound quality.

Recorded at Metatopia 2016 Presented by <a href="http://joshuayearsley.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joshua Yearsley</a>, <a href="http://writernextdoor.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">John Adamus</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jessica_Hammer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Jessica Hammer</a>. Writing and editing rulebooks is still a black art, not an empirical science. In this panel, Dr. Jessica Hammer and professional editors John Adamus and Joshua Yearsley hash out the state of the rulebook. What works? What doesn't? Why do so many professionals (including us!) disagree about how to write good rulebooks? Why are so many rulebooks still bad, and what can we do about it? We won't have all the answers - maybe you'll help us find some. It is somewhere between a panel and a roundtable. We'll certainly have things to say and discuss with each other, but we absolutely welcome audience input to figure out what the world's thinking about. Apologies for the poor sound quality.

Episode 135 - The Confused State of Rulebooks

Recorded at Metatopia 2019 Presented by Stras Acimovic, John LeBoeuf-Little. Blades in the Dark has led to a new generation of game designs such as Scum and Villainy, Band of Blades, and Mutants in the Night. In this panel, we dig into the toolset and what sets it apart from similar design traditions. What are the core principles behind designing games Forged in the Dark? Where can we grow and diverge from the core?

Recorded at Metatopia 2019 Presented by <a href="https://offguardgames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stras Acimovic, John LeBoeuf-Little.</a> Blades in the Dark has led to a new generation of game designs such as Scum and Villainy, Band of Blades, and Mutants in the Night. In this panel, we dig into the toolset and what sets it apart from similar design traditions. What are the core principles behind designing games Forged in the Dark? Where can we grow and diverge from the core?

Episode 249 - Insights Forged in the Dark

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by Christopher Tang "Getting Started With DriveThruRPG". Let's talk about how to interact with DriveThruRPG, some of the nitty gritty process but also the general principles to bear in mind and some of the things many people do not know like the details of the OGL, basic copyright law, the availability of Community Content programs, etc. Also taking audience questions liberally since I expect there will be those. We will also cover some of the ways the site has changed in the last year (mostly GDPR changes).

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by <a href="https://www.drivethrurpg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christopher Tang</a> "Getting Started With DriveThruRPG". Let's talk about how to interact with DriveThruRPG, some of the nitty gritty process but also the general principles to bear in mind and some of the things many people do not know like the details of the OGL, basic copyright law, the availability of Community Content programs, etc. Also taking audience questions liberally since I expect there will be those. We will also cover some of the ways the site has changed in the last year (mostly GDPR changes).

Episode 219 - DrivethruRPG

Dungeons &amp; Dragons Fifth Edition Analysis Presented by Rob Donoghue &amp; Jason Pitre. So, the fifth edition of Dungeons &amp; Dragons is out. Now it’s time to dig into the design and talk about the rules, procedures and advice that the game brings to the RPG design field. Let’s look at the crunchy bits! The companion reference to this discussion can be found on Rob Donoghue’s blog, where he discusses the Starter Set, the Player’s Handbook and the Monster Manual in detail. Episode 39: Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition Analysis [ 55:00 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (336)

Dungeons &amp; Dragons Fifth Edition Analysis Presented by <a href="http://walkingmind.evilhat.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rob Donoghue</a> &amp; Jason Pitre. So, the fifth edition of Dungeons &amp; Dragons is out. Now it’s time to dig into the design and talk about the rules, procedures and advice that the game brings to the RPG design field. Let’s look at the crunchy bits! The companion reference to this discussion can be found on Rob Donoghue’s blog, where he discusses the <a href="http://walkingmind.evilhat.com/2014/07/10/5e-initial-review/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Starter Set</a>, the <a href="http://walkingmind.evilhat.com/2014/08/22/5e-phb-roundup/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Player’s Handbook</a> and the <a href="http://walkingmind.evilhat.com/2014/09/15/5e-mm-overview/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Monster Manual</a> in detail.<a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1200/0/Episode39-5E_Analysis.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Episode 39: Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition Analysis [ 55:00 ] <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_84" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play Now</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_84" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play in Popup</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1200/0/Episode39-5E_Analysis.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download</a> (336)

Episode 39 – Dungeons and Dragons Fifth Edition Analysis

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by Sam Saltiel, Brand Robins, Camdon Wright, Eli Eaton Good consent practice requires that consent is enthusiastic and informed. Let's talk about how to encourage a higher level of consent. We will discuss tools you can add at the table, but then we'll explore ways to integrate consent into the foundations of your design.

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by Sam Saltiel, <a href="https://rpggeek.com/rpgdesigner/14819/brand-robins" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brand Robins</a>, <a href="http://www.camdon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Camdon Wright</a>, Eli Eaton Good consent practice requires that consent is enthusiastic and informed. Let's talk about how to encourage a higher level of consent. We will discuss tools you can add at the table, but then we'll explore ways to integrate consent into the foundations of your design.

Episode 185 - Navigating Consent in Gaming

Episode 41 – Designing RPGs for Kids Presented by Amanda Valentine, Tim Rodriguez &amp; Krista White. Designing games intended for younger audiences doesn’t mean dumbing down. What are the additional challenges involved in making products to appeal to the younger set? Episode 41: Designing RPGs for Kids Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (216)

Episode 41 – Designing RPGs for Kids Presented by Amanda Valentine, Tim Rodriguez &amp; Krista White. Designing games intended for younger audiences doesn’t mean dumbing down. What are the additional challenges involved in making products to appeal to the younger set?<a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1214/0/Episode41-Designing_RPGs_for_Kids.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Episode 41: Designing RPGs for Kids <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_82" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play Now</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_82" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play in Popup</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1214/0/Episode41-Designing_RPGs_for_Kids.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download</a> (216)

Episode 41 – Designing RPGs for Kids

Episode 51 – RPG Podcasting and Design  This special episode is a crossover with The Jankcast and the Tabletop Superhighway podcasts. In this episode, I am speaking with Todd (Jankcast), Alex (Tabletop Superhighway) and Larry (Tabletop Superhighway) about how RPG Podcasting interacts with design, and what we see from our particular vantage points. Welcome to the RPG Design Jankcast Superhighway. Episode 51: RPG Podcasting and Design Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (181)

Episode 51 – RPG Podcasting and Design This special episode is a crossover with <a href="http://jankcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Jankcast</a> and the <a href="http://thetabletopsuperhighway.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tabletop Superhighway</a> podcasts. In this episode, I am speaking with Todd (Jankcast), Alex (Tabletop Superhighway) and Larry (Tabletop Superhighway) about how RPG Podcasting interacts with design, and what we see from our particular vantage points. Welcome to the RPG Design Jankcast Superhighway.<a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1290/0/Episode51-RPG_Podcasting_and_Design.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Episode 51: RPG Podcasting and Design <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_72" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play Now</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_72" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play in Popup</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1290/0/Episode51-RPG_Podcasting_and_Design.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download</a> (181)

Episode 51 – RPG Podcasting and Design

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by Anne Ratchat, Rob Donoghue In each game, players make choices starting character design/assignment. How does a designer balance creating meaningful decisions while balancing choice paralysis? How does the feel of the game change by increasing and decreasing choices available?

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by Anne Ratchat, <a href="https://www.evilhat.com/home/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rob Donoghue</a> In each game, players make choices starting character design/assignment. How does a designer balance creating meaningful decisions while balancing choice paralysis? How does the feel of the game change by increasing and decreasing choices available?

Episode 198 - Choice Mechanics

Recorded at BreakoutCon 2019 Presented by Chris Spivey, Robin Laws, James Mendez Hodes, with moderation by Corey Reid  Bring your thorniest GMing problems to our doughty panel, in a Q &amp; A event focused on practical solutions to dilemmas both classic and new

Recorded at BreakoutCon 2019 Presented by Chris Spivey, Robin Laws, James Mendez Hodes, with moderation by Corey Reid Bring your thorniest GMing problems to our doughty panel, in a Q &amp; A event focused on practical solutions to dilemmas both classic and new

Episode 208 - GM Masterclass

Recorded at BreakoutCon 2019 Presented by Todd Crapper, Tim Rodriguez, Cheyenne Grimes with moderation by Bronwyn Friesen Not everyone has access to thousands of dollars or the benefit of a successful Kickstarter under their belt. Many indie publishers start off with financial difficulties, including poverty, but are driven to create new and exciting games. This panel looks to provide some "tips and tricks" for creating games on a tight budget or with no funds at all.

Recorded at BreakoutCon 2019 Presented by <a href="https://brokenrulergames.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Todd Crapper</a>, <a href="http://www.galileogames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tim Rodriguez</a>, <a href="http://playglittercats.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cheyenne Grimes</a> with moderation by Bronwyn Friesen Not everyone has access to thousands of dollars or the benefit of a successful Kickstarter under their belt. Many indie publishers start off with financial difficulties, including poverty, but are driven to create new and exciting games. This panel looks to provide some "tips and tricks" for creating games on a tight budget or with no funds at all.

Episode 200 - Publishing on a Tight Budget

Recorded at Metatopia 2017 Presented by James D'Amato, Jim McClure, Laura Simpson. It is tempting to pour money into marketing a crowdfunding project. We'll discuss strategies you can use that take your project further without breaking your marketing budget.

Recorded at Metatopia 2017 Presented by <a href="http://oneshotpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">James D'Amato</a>, <a href="https://thirdactpub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim McClure</a>, <a href="http://sweetpotatopress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Laura Simpson</a>. It is tempting to pour money into marketing a crowdfunding project. We'll discuss strategies you can use that take your project further without breaking your marketing budget.

Episode 177 - Crowdfunding on a Budget

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by Chandler Copenhaver, Steve Segedy and Christopher Batarlis. Kickstarter today is a different animal than it was a year or five years ago. Let's talk about the things you need to know if you're launching a campaign next year.

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by <a href="https://crowdox.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chandler Copenhaver</a>, <a href="https://bullypulpitgames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steve Segedy</a> and <a href="https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgamedesigner/71730/christopher-batarlis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christopher Batarlis</a>. Kickstarter today is a different animal than it was a year or five years ago. Let's talk about the things you need to know if you're launching a campaign next year.

Episode 214 - Kickstarter in 2019

Episode 28 of the RPG Design PanelCast is brought to you thanks to the Metatopia Game Design Festival by Double Exposure. D050: “Electronic Book Publishing 101” presented by Jason Pitre &amp; Joseph Bloch. What are the differences between publishing hard copy books and electronic publishing? This panel will fill you in on everything you need to know, from standards and tools to markets for reaching your audience.    Episode 28: Ebooks 101 [ 52:25 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (146)

Episode 28 of the RPG Design PanelCast is brought to you thanks to the Metatopia Game Design Festival by <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/www.dexposure.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Double Exposure</a>. D050: “Electronic Book Publishing 101” presented by Jason Pitre &amp; <a href="http://greyhawkgrognard.blogspot.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Joseph Bloch</a>. What are the differences between publishing hard copy books and electronic publishing? This panel will fill you in on everything you need to know, from standards and tools to markets for reaching your audience.  <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1043/0/Episode28-Ebooks_101.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Episode 28: Ebooks 101 [ 52:25 ] <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_95" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play Now</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_95" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play in Popup</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1043/0/Episode28-Ebooks_101.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download</a> (146)

Episode 28 – Ebooks 101

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by Isaac Shalev, Gil Hova, Jennifer Graham-Macht. Join us for a roundtable conversation about how to get the best data from your time at the playtesting table. We'll discuss our experiences running playtests, and talk about common mistakes and how to avoid them

Recorded at Metatopia 2018 Presented by <a href="http://www.inversegenius.com/isaac-shalev/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Isaac Shalev</a>, <a href="https://gil.hova.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gil Hova</a>, <a href="https://playsatellite.com/author/satellite_boss/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jennifer Graham-Macht</a>. Join us for a roundtable conversation about how to get the best data from your time at the playtesting table. We'll discuss our experiences running playtests, and talk about common mistakes and how to avoid them

Episode 188 - Productive Playtesting

How to be a Good Playtester for Others This seminar was originally presented at Metatopia 2013 in Morristown NJ. This panel was led by Will Hindmarch, Tim Rodriguez and John Adamus. Everyone agrees playtesting is crucial. But what kind of feedback is best for publishers? This panel looks at the necessary skills and mindset for being a good playtester from *this* side of the table. Episode 32: How to be a Good Playtester for Others [ 56:59 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (226)

How to be a Good Playtester for Others This seminar was originally presented at Metatopia 2013 in Morristown NJ. This panel was led by <a href="http://www.wordstudio.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Will Hindmarch</a>, <a href="http://brooklynindiegames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tim Rodriguez</a> and <a href="http://writernextdoor.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">John Adamus</a>. Everyone agrees playtesting is crucial. But what kind of feedback is best for publishers? This panel looks at the necessary skills and mindset for being a good playtester from *this* side of the table.<a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1063/0/Episode32-Being_Good_Playtester.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Episode 32: How to be a Good Playtester for Others [ 56:59 ] <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_91" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play Now</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_91" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play in Popup</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1063/0/Episode32-Being_Good_Playtester.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download</a> (226)

Episode 32 – How to be a Good Playtester for Others

Succeeding at Conventions and Trade Show Recorded at Metatopia 2013 Presented by Avonelle Wing Conventions are overwhelming, and setting yourself up for success involves many components: Branding yourself for visibility, interacting appropriately with the convention, maximizing the impact of your contact with your public, and other ideas. Double Exposure Senior Vice President, Avonelle Wing, will share her experiences, both as a convention organizer and as an attendee representing her own brands. Episode 44: Succeeding at Conventions and Trade Shows Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (153)

Succeeding at Conventions and Trade Show Recorded at Metatopia 2013 Presented by Avonelle Wing Conventions are overwhelming, and setting yourself up for success involves many components: Branding yourself for visibility, interacting appropriately with the convention, maximizing the impact of your contact with your public, and other ideas. Double Exposure Senior Vice President, Avonelle Wing, will share her experiences, both as a convention organizer and as an attendee representing her own brands.<a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1229/0/Episode44-Succeeding_at_Conventions.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Episode 44: Succeeding at Conventions and Trade Shows <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_79" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play Now</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/#podPressPlayerSpace_79" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Play in Popup</a> | <a href="http://www.genesisoflegend.com/podpress_trac/web/1229/0/Episode44-Succeeding_at_Conventions.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Download</a> (153)

Episode 44 – Succeeding at Conventions and Trade Shows

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