John and Jason discuss how Starfinder compares to other D20 systems and what resources they recommend for those getting started with Starfinder. Listen Now!
Whether you’re a game master, a player, or a designer, at some point you needed to learn the ins and outs of a new system. Recently, I wrote about learning games by writing adventures. That helped me with my...
In episode 56 of Game Design Unboxed: Inspiration to Publication we talk with Heather O’Neill about her first solo design Meeple Party. What started out as a logic puzzle for your brain quickly got themed around hosting a party...
Every week, director of operations Ryan Costello shares his thoughts on the state of the network, recaps the Know Direction content of the past week, and previews the Know Direction content of the week to come. The latest Renegade Con...
“The essence of a role-playing game is that it is a group, cooperative experience.” – Gary Gygax I hope everyone takes that to heart no matter what game they are playing. Maybe you enjoy the tactical side more than...
John chatted with freelance author and game designer Sen H.H.S. about her writing career and how it has helped her cope with mental illness. Listen Now!(mp3)
Every week, Now You Know recaps the Know Direction content of the past week, previews the Know Direction content of the week to come, as the director of operations, Ryan Costello, shares his thoughts on the state of the...
If a new player joins your Essence20 group, be it a Power Rangers, G.I. JOE, or Transformers campaign, what are the best options to ease them into a new system? Listen Now! (mp3) Featuring Letter From Snake Eyes 4,...
John and Jason change gears and discuss some of the implications of the Open RPG Creative License (ORC) for Starfinder. Listen Now!
Time is a funny thing. You live, you create, you grow, and you look back on your old creations with enough cringe to twist your spine into the shape of a question mark. I am no such exception. In...