Read, Play, Game

Content Warning: prolonged discussion of vomit from [[ 01:22:55-01:34:00] ] (emetophobia) Our investigators are close to solving their mysteries! In this episode, our detective team experiences strange visions in the abandoned theme park, extracts evidence from forgotten lovers, and explores their memories to find out the hidden truth at the heart of this tale. Will they be able to connect the dot...

From a precarious construction site to an abandoned ship we follow three mysteriously amnesiac sleuths as they attempt to solve a murder while simultaneously uncovering the truth behind their own identities. In part 1 of this captivating mystery we'll find small clues that lead to larger hunches until eventually we might just discover the person behind this horrific crime as well as the person ins...

Trails of blood, dusty fingerprints, faded footprints...but the biggest clue of all? That stranger in the mirror... This week, we're reading through the Disco Elysium-inspired RPG, Jamais Vu ! Join us as we create three amnesiac detectives and explore the mechanics of memory-based mystery-making. Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://mithrillica.itch.io/ where you can download Jamai...

After an intense 5-episode exploration of a remarkable system, join us as we debrief and reflect on our favorite moments and mechanics. This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power . If you haven’t heard us play through that game, we'd highly recommend going back and doing that so you're more familiar with the world!   Want to try out Masks: A N...

The final clash. With the city in peril and no one else to save it, will our group of teenage heroes manage to stop a growing threat? For the thrilling finale of the Masks mini-arc we'll find out whether they can overcome their own weaknesses and interpersonal tensions for the sake of the greater good. This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power . I...

SPOILER WARNING: Episode includes major spoilers for our Masks - Play (Part 4) episode, so if you haven't listened to that yet don't listen to this! Our last episode ended on such a perfect cliffhanger that we wanted to separate the end-of-session upkeep we did directly afterward. However, we thought we should share it anyway so you get the full mechanical experience of the game! Enjoy a brief che...

Our heroes consult their elders for some advice and discover the latest fad in the process. Who can they trust? What's really brewing? Who was behind the monster crab attack? With these questions come hard truths that may lead to a sinister revelation that could shake the core of the city. This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power . If you haven’t...

Suspicions arise as the team interrogates the elusive witch (and Forrest’s mother): Sarah, The Hermit. After revisiting some bittersweet memories, the teens have a lead on who to visit next. A storm is brewing…can our heroes piece together the conspiracy threatening the kingdom before it’s too late? This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Single Unique Power . If y...

Jumbo crabs. Witches. Strange rocks. What seemed like a relaxing end-of-day victory celebration has turned into something a bit more complicated. The team makes their way to meet with Forrest's mom in the grove, but quickly find themselves in a pinch. How will they overcome this new threat? Tune in this week to find out! This setting and its characters were created using Tyler Crumrine’s game Sing...

In a world of filled with terrifying crustaceans, terrestrial sea witches, and terrible sunburns, one group of super-teens is looking to make a name for themselves. In this episode, we meet our characters! Louie Giles, the bright-eyed teen jumping towards his lofty dreams. Brie Plumtree, the rebel punk making her and her friends' voices heard. Forrest, the kind-hearted hero the running away from t...

Welcome to a world of shells, castles, and supernatural powers. This week we'll talk through the setting we created when we played Single Unique Power and transition it into an entirely different system: Masks! Join us as we revisit these exciting characters and find out how we plan to make them come to life in our coming Masks multi-episode mini arc. If you haven't listened to the SUP episodes we...

Today we're joined by Tyler Crumrine, creator of Single Unique Power and founder of Possible Worlds Games! We get some firsthand insight into the inspiration, development, and playtesting of the game in addition to Tyler's extensive background in both RPGs and theatre. What were the main influences on the game? Where did the name SUP come from? What is up? Find the answers to all these questions a...

We talk in depth about our experience playing Single Unique Power and other worldbuilding games as well as about how Michael could've possibly ended up with so many cards. Let's reflect on creative collaboration and how we can make some fascinating stories as long as we're willing to let our ideas fall to the whims of our friends... or our enemies! Want to try out the game yourself? Check out http...

What mysterious powers will emerge from the shells of our new world? This week RPG plays SUP to find the answer to this question as we create countless original characters with a wide variety of personalities and abilities. From Bess Buffy to Kermit da Frawg, let's see who we can make! Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://www.possibleworldsgames.com/ where you can find SUP and many...

We're venturing into the world of anime, manga, and comic books to create a world of superpowered characters each with their own distinct ability. Join us as we play through the first part of Single Unique Power by Tyler Crumrine! Want to try out the game yourself? Check out https://www.possibleworldsgames.com/ where you can find SUP and many more of Tyler's games. You can also support his newly l...

As we get ready to play Single Unique Power we discuss our favorite superheroes growing up. Single Unique Power is a cast-building game inspired by the one-person-one-power trope that is most commonly seen across many different pieces of media including manga, anime, and comic books. Be sure to check out Single Unique Power by Tyler Crumrine ( https://possible-worlds-games.itch.io/sup ) before we...

Talking about Lasers and also Feelings. Hear about what Emma had prepared for the session and what Star Trek tropes inspired our adventure as well as what it means to tie a system to a setting. Want to try out the game for yourself? Check out John Harper's itch.io page for a free PDF of the game! You can also support them on Patreon if you'd like to see more of their excellent work on a regular ba...

The crew of the Starship Raptor investigates a mystery unfolding in space... odd space buoys? A giant space worm-like phenomenon? All while the Captain is stuck in the medical pod?? Join us to boldly go... on a Lasers & Feelings adventure. Want to try out the game for yourself? Check out John Harper's itch.io page for a free PDF of the game! You can also support them on Patreon if you'd like t...

Let's play through another one-page RPG - this time it's Lasers & Feelings! We'll talk through the rules of the game and where it draws its inspiration. This includes a lot of passionate talk about Star Trek, of course. Want to try out the game for yourself? Check out John Harper's itch.io page for a free PDF of the game! You can also support them on Patreon if you'd like to see more of their...

Enjoy a preview of our upcoming space exploration with Lasers & Feelings! In this brief intro to our next episode, we talk about our varying levels of experience with Star Trek. Stay tuned for our Read episode next Tuesday! Song used is Starfleet Command by geoffharvey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discussing the cyclical nature of the passage of time, among other things! Join us while we talk through different setting mechanics in RPGs and what exactly makes The Ground Itself such a well-designed game. Plus, find out what we're playing next time! Want to try out the game for yourself? Check out Everest Pipkin's website , itch.io page , or DriveThruRPG page to purchase a digital or physical...

What cards will we draw and what focused situations will we enter? See what struggles await the peaceful world we created last episode, this time featuring firsthand accounts and scenes from characters living in it. Want to try out the game for yourself? Check out Everest Pipkin's website , itch.io page , or DriveThruRPG page to purchase a digital or physical copy of the game! You can also support...

Join us as we craft a unique world using the storytelling game The Ground Itself! With just a deck of cards and some narrative questions we create an entirely original setting and watch as it changes over time. Listen to the setup and first era of our world in the first part of our combination Read-Play episode. Plus, our first ever special guest! Want to try out the game for yourself? Check out E...

Let's reflect on the Hi Barbie! RPG for a bit. What were some of our favorite moments, how did the mechanics shape those moments, and what changes could we make to improve or update the system next time we play? What will we be playing next week? All this and more is answered in our first ever "Game" episode. Want to try out the game for yourself? Check out our twitter to see the one-page ruleset...

See the brand new "Hi Barbie!" RPG in action for the very first time! For our first PLAY episode, we'll journey into Barbieland with a few of our favorite Barbies. Want to try out the game for yourself? Check out our twitter to see the one-page ruleset for the RPG: https://twitter.com/readplaygamepod If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at readplaygamepod@gmail.com or le...