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Jef and Jon review old roleplaying games

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes350Founded11 years ago
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Part of this job is getting to hold extremely weird things in our hands, things we never expected to be real, and this is certainly one of those times. Three hundred and seven episodes ago we discussed Tales from the Floating Vagabond. Between then... more

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Recent Guests

James DiMatteau
President of OneShot Podcast Network and RPG designer
OneShot Podcast Network
Episode: 309 - Invisible Sun Lore
James D'Amato
Co-host of various roleplaying podcasts and game designer
Possible Worlds Games
Episode: 308 - Invisible Sun

Hosts

Jef
Co-host known for his humorous and insightful critiques of old roleplaying games, often bringing a nostalgic perspective to discussions.
Jon
Co-host who provides witty commentary and in-depth analysis of roleplaying games, making each episode both entertaining and informative.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 436 ratings
  • This makes me want to get this game. These three apparent Americans using the word "twee" incessantly is incredibly annoying.

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    Rocky McCobb
    a month ago
  • If you're lookingfor honest in depth discussion of ttrpgs thuis is not the place for it. The hosts don't learn the rules then take turns shifting on the rules that they didn't read. If you want smarmy comments about rules and settings that aren't accurate or applicable, these are your guys.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    JohnQPublic
    a month ago
  • It's nice to hear old systems being reviewed, but the utter lack of any seriousness is extremely off-putting. Sure, have fun and make the episode interesting, but at least try to be intellectually honest to the system you've put so much effort into learning! Honestly, if every game system review is a series of continuous jokes, why bother reviewing them at all??

    I appreciate the enormous effort to review so many game systems. It's just a shame the work gets lost under piles of innanity.

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    3
    Siltoneous
    4 months ago
  • Man. This is my first episode from you guys... And I am taken aback how negative you are. Some of the "jokes" and comments make me wonder if you actually ever actually roleplay, or do you just dungeon crawl with miniatures and anything that's not on the table or in the stats doesn't matter.

    I have never used the word "toxic" before in my life, but I'm actually tempted by the subtext of the episode. Mostly because I get the impression that this is somehow supposed to be a positive episode...

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    NoMoreCocaine
    a year ago
  • Nobody’s forcing you to make this

    You’re not being forced to record a podcast. And nobody’s impressed when an RPG nerd is super performative about not “knowing about” or liking specific systems. You know, if you don’t want to read a certain book and record a podcast about it… you don’t have to! You can just choose not to. This doesn’t have to be a grind or a hustle. You can’t be making much money from this anyway. Focus on your job at Jack in the Box instead.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Teem Dodger
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the humorous and insightful take on old RPGs, celebrating the hosts' ability to mix critique with comedy.
Critiques of overly simplistic or unengaging gameplay mechanics resonate with many, demonstrating a shared experience among gamers.
Some enjoy the nostalgic elements, while others find the reviews of classic games both entertaining and informative.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#173
United Kingdom/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#113
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#143
France/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#85
Philippines/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#118
South Korea/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#130
South Africa/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

308 - Invisible Sun
Q: Would you play this game again?
I would play this game tomorrow; it was a delight to play.
308 - Invisible Sun
Q: What's your least favorite thing about this game?
It has to be the way in which this is written—very obtuse and sliding in and out of different perspectives.
264 - Monsterhearts
Q: What was your least favorite thing?
There's not a lot I dislike about this game, but if I'm going to find anything, it's the base mechanical stuff.
264 - Monsterhearts
Q: What was your favorite thing about Monsterhearts First Edition?
I love the fact that this starts out with like, hey, there is no unconditional acceptance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About System Mastery

What is System Mastery about and what kind of topics does it cover?

An engaging series focused on the humorous critique and exploration of old roleplaying games, featuring Jef and Jon as they dissect and review games from various decades, often highlighting their strategies, mechanics, and underlying themes. Both hosts bring a blend of wit and nostalgia to their discussions, making the series not only a review platform but also an entertaining commentary on the evolution of tabletop gaming culture.

Particularly unique is the podcast's ability to mix humor with critique, allowing listeners to appreciate the absurdities and complexities in these vintage games without losing sight of their historical significance. The show often revolves around lesser-known RPGs, offering a fresh perspective on gaming history... more

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