On this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we go off-road and into the post-apocalyptic chaos of Wasteland Degenerates, a gritty indie tabletop RPG powered by storytelling, scavenging, and 1/64 scale diecast cars. We’re joined by Scott C. McDonald, the creator of this Mad Max-inspired game that’s taking the RPG world by storm—and smashing goals on Kickstarter.
We dig into game design, the wild lore of the Wasteland, and how diecast cars play a central role in the action. Scott walks us through the game's development journey, the alien menace known as the Toth, and how his love of storytelling turned into a fast-growing community of players and creators.
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🔥 In this episode, we cover:
✅ What makes Wasteland Degenerates stand out in the TTRPG world
✅ Using 1/64 scale diecast cars as in-game tools and storytelling props
✅ Alien threats, food shortages, and the fall of civilization
✅ Scott’s creative journey from concept to crowdfunding
✅ The importance of inclusive, narrative-first RPGs
✅ Behind-the-scenes of production, game mechanics, and fan engagement
✅ Why Kickstarter and community support matter for indie creators
Whether you’re deep into tabletop games, a diecast collector, or just love a good story set in a scorched wasteland, you’ll get a kick out of this one.
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