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Dice Exploder

Sam Dunnewold
Dungeons & Dragons
Game Design
Tabletop Rpgs
Playbooks
Ribbon Drive
Stewpot, Tales From a Fantasy Tavern
For the Queen
Character Sheets
Lyric Games
Role Playing Games
Mothership Character Sheet
Tabletop Role-Playing Games
Tabletop RPG
Space Fam
Fiasco
Kagematsu
Cyberpunk
Cabinet Of Curiosities Games
RPG Market Trends
Player Experience

A show about tabletop RPG design. Each episode we bring you a single mechanic and break it down as deep as we possibly can. Co-hosted by Sam Dunnewold and a rotating roster of designers. Part of the Many Sided Network. diceexploder.com

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It's a new series on Dice Exploder all about actual play. For five episodes, instead of breaking down one mechanic, we're going to break down one moment from one actual play show. And to kick things off, I'm... more

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Last summer a hot new game hit the indie rpg scene: You Will Die In This Place, a surreal and experimental... dungeon crawler? Technically? ...that seems to have more in common with House of Leaves than it d... more

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Today we’re wrapping up the Dice Exploder series on love, sex, and romance with Will That Be All? by Graham Walmsley, a game about the social relationships between the downstairs staff at Melton Hall, a fict... more

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I’m back! Alex and Sharang have done an amazing job talking love, sex, and romance over the past month but I have plenty to say on the subject myself. In particular, I wanted to approach the conversation Ale... more

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Recent Guests

Kim Lam
Game designer and creator of Letters from the Front
Episode: Love, Sex, and Romance: The War (Will That Be All?) with Kim Lam
Tasha Robinson
Entertainment editor at Polygon, co-host of The Next Picture Show podcast, and long-time role-playing gamer
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Episode: Love, Sex, and Romance: Big Chunky Prompts with Tasha Robinson
Alex Roberts
Designer behind the Diana Jones award-winning Star Crossed and Star Crossed Love Letters.
Episode: Love, Sex, and Romance: Sex Moves (Apocalypse World) with Alex & Sharang
Sharang Biswas
Award-winning game designer and games professor.
Episode: Love, Sex, and Romance: Sex Moves (Apocalypse World) with Alex & Sharang
Aaron King
Master of Ceremonies of RTFM, an RPG book club podcast
RTFM Podcast
Episode: Party by the Apocalypse preview: an Apocalypse World sex scene
Keegan EXE
Co-owner of PlusOneEXP, a publisher of RPGs
PlusOneEXP
Episode: Party by the Apocalypse preview: an Apocalypse World sex scene
Mint Rabbit
Designer and TTRPG content creator known for her Tumblr 'There's a TTRPG for That.'
Episode: Clarity (Changeling: the Lost 1e) with MintRabbit
Ray Chou
Co-founder of Mythworks
Mythworks
Episode: Question Oracle (Stoneburner) and rolling the dice again with Ray Chou
Jay Dragon
Co-founder of Possum Creek Games
Possum Creek Games
Episode: 10 Candles (10 Candles) with Jay Dragon

Host

Sam Dunnewold
Co-host known for his deep dives into tabletop RPG mechanics and engaging conversations with guests, primarily focusing on storytelling and emotional aspects of game design.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • A Staple TTRPG Podcast

    Dice Exploder is simply one of the very best TTRPG podcasts being produced. Sam is an excellent interviewer and by centering each episode around a single gaming mechanic he draws out some never-before-heard insights from his all-star guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just Another Brian
    United States5 months ago
  • Tabletop Game Designers discussing their favorite mechanics from other peoples’ games

    If you are interested in creating storytelling games, this might be the single best podcast to listen to for inspiration. The community behind the show is also incredible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    becuzitsbitter
    United Statesa year ago
  • Loving this!

    I love your episodic exploration of table top role-playing mechanics🙌 it’s such an amazing adventure getting exposed to different games by dynamic discussions about design elements. Amazing amazing amazing🎲🙏🤩 I encourage you to stick with the format, your recent mini dive into DND… is so D&D narrow in a world overly saturated with way-way-way too much DND! I just backed your recent Kickstarter to help support more of your awesome original content and I encourage you to leave D&D to the other... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zombie.Ken
    Canadaa year ago
  • Get a deeper understanding of TTRPGs

    I won’t lie, this podcast may not be for everyone. It gets into the weeds on game mechanics. But if you’re the kind of person who geeks out about game design, who’s backing a dozen game kickstarters a year, who’s dedicated 3 days/week to trying out new TTRPGs- this show is for you. Guests are insightful, enthusiastic luminaries in the scene. I promise you’ll learn something in an engaging way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Starmamac
    United States2 years ago
  • Great design insights!

    Some really cool insights into the nitty gritty of game design! And a nice variety of games discussed, both super indie and more mainstream.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sharang-utan
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Engaging and informative discussions that resonate with passionate gamers and designers.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into storytelling and emotional themes within gaming mechanics.
A highly praised TTRPG podcast with insightful mechanics-based discussions.
Offers exceptional insights into game design both from an industry perspective and personal storytelling.

Chart Rankings

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#88
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#90
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#106
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#35
Germany/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#204
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#214
France/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

10 Candles (10 Candles) with Jay Dragon
Q: How is '10 Candles' structured?
It utilizes candles as a timing mechanism that symbolize imminent doom in a horror setting.
10 Candles (10 Candles) with Jay Dragon
Q: What can tabletop RPG designers learn from LARP?
Diving into mechanics that bridge emotional connection and immersive experiences.
Experience Design with Caro Murphy
Q: What are you excited about in your work right now?
I'm interested in the intersection of LARP and spiritual practice, using games designed with a Zen priest.
Spotlight Scenes with Moyra Turkington
Q: Do you agree with the idea of cutting scenes and handing that responsibility to someone?
Having clear scene cutting mechanics allows everyone to know what they’re signing up for, which can help avoid issues of pacing and player dissatisfaction.
Spotlight Scenes with Moyra Turkington
Q: What are the pros and cons of a scene-based game like Lumberjills?
Scene-based games allow tailored storytelling with a structured narrative, unlike organic sandbox gameplay that can lead to meandering.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dice Exploder

What is Dice Exploder about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the intricacies of tabletop role-playing game (RPG) design, the content explores a wide range of gaming mechanics and their implications for storytelling and player engagement. Each episode typically features in-depth discussions on various aspects of game mechanics, often highlighting emotional themes like love, intimacy, and personal narratives within gaming contexts. Notably, it features contributions from a diverse group of guests, including game designers and industry experts, who share their insights and experiences surrounding specific mechanics or games, contributing to a rich dialogue about the current landscape of RPGs. Listeners can expect to gain not only technical knowledge about game design but also consider the br... more

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