Read, Play, Game

Interdisciplinary artist Caro Asercion joins us to talk about many topics including their process designing Exquisite Biome, why there's such an overlap between theatre creatives and TTRPG creatives, and much more!

Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://seaexcursion.itch.io/ where you can buy Exquisite Biome as well as all the other great games designed by Caro Asercion!

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz

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Discussing thorough worldbuilding mechanics, character ties, exploring identity through roleplaying games, and more!

Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and other games like it at https://www.huntersentertainment.com!

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

Catch us at CrashCityCon on August 23rd-25th! For more information check out https://crashcitycon.com/.

Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz

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Our ragtag team of misfit students+lunch lady+shadowy creature are lost in the umbral halls of their high school. Unknown forces threaten to drown their small town in darkness—it’s sink or swim now!

Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and other games like it at https://www.huntersentertainment.com!

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

Songs featured in this episode:

“Unknown Darkness” by Jimmy Svensson

"Nun's Island" by SAINT-SAMUEL

"Dark Blood" by Jimmy Svensson

"Electric Love - Instrumental Version" by Channel 13

"The Void" by Stephen Keech

"Black Hole" by Stephen Keech

"Digital Abyss" by Stephen Keech

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This week we're diving right into detention with our take on a nostalgic 80s movie featuring a Popular Kid, Dumb Blonde, Weirdo Loner, and a Bully, all overseen by the divorced Blue-Collar lunch lady who can't catch a break.

Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and games like it at https://www.huntersentertainment.com!

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

Songs featured in this episode:

"Digital Abyss" and "The Void" by Stephen Keech

"Polaroid Pictures" by Evert Z

"My Dark Side" by Gal Lev

"Charon" by Yehezkel Raz

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**NOTE: There was a technical mishap in the recording process, so there may be an increased level of background noise**

Dive deeper into our version of the Breakfast Club. Or rather, The Lunch Club.

Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and games like it at https://www.huntersentertainment.com!

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz

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**NOTE: There was a technical mishap in the recording process, so there may be an increased level of background noise**

Remember the 80s? We certainly don't. But we've seen a lot of movies, so join us on our journey to the past as we attempt to construct our own setting with a Stephen King-esque atmosphere using Kids on Bikes!

Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and games like it at https://www.huntersentertainment.com!

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz

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Hear from expert scientists as they reflect on the evolution process of the Renauroccs, Tunneling Harvest Mole, and Cacterrors.

Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://seaexcursion.itch.io/ where you can buy Exquisite Biome as well as all the other great games designed by Caro Asercion!

And thanks to @aavoigt on YouTube for the recommendation! If you're looking for more indie RPGs, be sure to check out his channel and social media.

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz

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What sort of creatures, crawlies, and critters can we create through the power of TTRPGs? We're reading and playing Exquisite Biome by Caro Asercion: a short and imaginative game about speculative biology!

Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://seaexcursion.itch.io/ where you can buy Exquisite Biome as well as all the other great games designed by Caro Asercion!

And thanks to @aavoigt on YouTube for the recommendation! If you're looking for more indie RPGs, be sure to check out his channel and social media.

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz

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We are so excited to welcome Kevin M. Rodrigo, the creator of Jamais Vu, onto the show to talk about his creative process! Join us to learn all about what goes into creating a TTRPG based off of an existing property and the challenges and pressures that come with that.

Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://mithrillica.itch.io/ or http://mithrillica.com/ where you can download Jamais Vu for free as well as other future games designed by Kevin and his company, Mithrillica. And of course be sure to check out its inspiration Disco Elysium, available on most modern gaming consoles and PCs.

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

**NOTE: On the Rules Lawyer's audio track there is a bit of background noise once or twice that we couldn't remove. This is due to a highly energetic pet turtle that was in the same room and was having a few filter issues. We apologize for the sound but please direct any complaints toward Timothy the turtle**

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Now that we know whodunnit, let's talk about howdunnit! In addition to some insights from behind the GM screen, we discuss some of our favorite moments, design choices, video games, and more.

Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://mithrillica.itch.io/ where you can download Jamais Vu for free as well as other future games designed by Kevin M. Rodrigo and his company, Mithrillica. And of course be sure to check out its inspiration Disco Elysium, available on most modern gaming consoles and PCs.

If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out email us at [email protected] or leave a comment on our socials: https://linktr.ee/readplaygame

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