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RPG R&D is a discussion podcast where Craig and Jess speak with game designer guests about GMing, game design, and other geeky topics.... more
FAQs about RPG R&D:How many episodes does RPG R&D have?The podcast currently has 177 episodes available.
February 26, 2026RPG R&D Episode 165 – Derek KamalRPG R&D Episode 165 – Derek Kamal Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Derek Kamal discuss engaging all players equally as a GM....more1hPlay
February 16, 2026RPG R&D Episode 164 – Geoffrey GoldenRPG R&D Episode 164 – Geoffrey Golden Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Geoffrey Golden discuss avoiding use of generative AI and alternatives to it....more56minPlay
January 29, 2026RPG R&D Episode 163 – Spencer CampbellRPG R&D Episode 163 – Spencer Campbell Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Spencer Campbell discuss the different types of balance (power, fun, engagement, etc) in RPG design....more52minPlay
January 08, 2026RPG R&D Episode 162 – Liana MacKenzieRPG R&D Episode 162 – Liana MacKenzie Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Liana MacKenzie discuss creating your own RPG system/hacking existing systems....more1h 7minPlay
December 11, 2025RPG R&D Episode 161 – Pete PetrushaRPG R&D Episode 161 – Pete Petrusha Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Pete Petrusha discuss making a portfolio and promoting yourself within the TTRPG industry....more1h 10minPlay
December 04, 2025RPG R&D Episode 160 – Lyla FujiwaraRPG R&D Episode 160 – Lyla Fijiwara Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Lyla Fujiwara discuss getting into the TTRPG industry and designing games with non-traditional mechanics....more1h 10minPlay
November 06, 2025RPG R&D Episode 159 – Ethan YenRPG R&D Episode 159 – Ethan Yen Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Ethan Yen discuss handling player conflict at the table and designing intra-party conflict resolution systems....more59minPlay
October 09, 2025RPG R&D Episode 158 – Sean Jaffe and Christopher BoyerRPG R&D Episode 158 – Sean Jaffe and Chris Boyer Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, Sean Jaffe, and Christopher Boyer discuss paid GMing and developing a game line....more1h 20minPlay
October 02, 2025RPG R&D Episode 157 – Eddy WebbRPG R&D Episode 157 – Eddy Webb Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Eddy Webb discuss collaborative worldbuilding as a GM and deciding how much and what setting information to provide as a designer....more1h 7minPlay
September 18, 2025RPG R&D Episode 156 – Geoff BottoneRPG R&D Episode 156 – Geoff Bottone Craig Campbell, Jess Geyer, and Geoff Bottone discuss playtesting from a player/GM perspective and from the RPG designer perspective....more57minPlay
FAQs about RPG R&D:How many episodes does RPG R&D have?The podcast currently has 177 episodes available.