This week on the RPGBOT.Podcast, we complete our 3-part series on Picking a TTRPG that is not DnD or Pathfinder by adventuring deep into the vast and thrilling universe of tabletop RPGs. From the spine-chilling cosmic horror of Alien RPG to the gritty nihilism of Death in Space, we’re exploring the diverse themes of space exploration, teenage superheroes, cyberpunk chaos, and even the villainous fun of Necessary Evil.

Join us as we tackle the art of balancing crunch with accessibility, dive into the rise of one-page RPGs for quick and chaotic adventures, and share tips on crafting immersive narratives that players will love. Whether you’re a seasoned RPG fan or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and galactic-level inspiration.

Summary

In this action-packed episode, the hosts boldly go where no podcasters have gone before, diving into the endless void of tabletop RPGs. They tackle the cosmic horror of Alien RPG, the nihilistic beauty of Death in Space, and even dare to balance crunchiness with accessibility (spoiler: it’s like herding space cats).

From dark Imperium nihilism to Star Wars' Force-wielding antics, they traverse the galaxy of RPG themes, stopping only to admire the Cyberpunk neon and hack a Shadowrun corporate server. Marvel superheroes swing by, Necessary Evil villains cackle maniacally, and Masks' teen heroes roll for high school drama.

Just when you think they’re done, they reveal the rise of one-page RPGs—because why spend hours preparing when you can save the universe in 15 minutes? Grab your dice and your sense of humor, and tune in to explore the weird, wonderful, and wildly nerdy world of tabletop gaming.

Links

• Almost everything below is an affiliate link and Tyler doesn’t want to copy+paste this a zillion times
• Achtung Cthulhu
• Adventures in Rokugan
• Alien RPG
• ALIEN RPG - A review
• ALIEN RPG: Cinematic Scenario Cycle Review
• ALIEN RPG - RPGBOT.News S2E34
• All Flesh Must Be Eaten
• Apocalypse World
• Battletech
• Bladerunner
• Call of Cthulhu
• Candela Obscura
• Colostle
• CY_BORG
• Cyberpunk Red
• Cypher Core Rulebook
• Death in Space
• Death in Space – A review
• Delta Green
• Doctor Who RPG
• Doctors and Daleks
• FFG Star Wars
• Fallout RPG
• Forbidden Lands
• Genesys Core Rulebook
• Imperium Maledictum
• Warhammer 40000 Roleplay: Imperium Maledictum - A Review
• Legend of the Five Rings
• Lord of the Rings Roleplay 5e
• Marvel Multiverse RPG
• Masks
• Mork Borg
• Mörk Borg - A Review
• Mörk Borg Cult: Heretic - A Zine Review
• Mörk Borg Cult: Heretic - RPGBOT.News S2E32
• Numenera
• Old Gods of Appalachia
• Pirate Borg
• Pulp Cthulhu
• Ruins of Symbaroum
• Ruins of Symbaroum - A Review
• Ruins of Symbaroum - RPGBOT.News S2E46
• Shadowdark
• RPGBOT.Podcast - ShadowDark RPG Adventure Designer Kelsey Dionne
• Shadowrun
• Symbaroum
• The One Ring 2e
• The One Ring 2nd Edition - A Review
• The Walking Dead RPG
• Vaesen
• Vaesen & the Mythic Britain and Ireland Expansion - A Review
• RPGBOT.Podcast - Zoe Franznick Reviews Free League's Vaesen
• Vampire: The Masquerade
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