Nostalgia In Games

Nostalgia In Games

Author: Aaron and Josh January 26, 2024 Duration: 42:27
In today's episode we discuss nostalgia in games. Why do we use nostalgia in games? How can this be a helpful thing? What makes it such a powerful tool? What are the problems with using nostalgia in games? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in today's episode. Leave us an email for feedback, questions, or thoughts at levelupyourgamingpodcast@gmail.com or Follow us on Facebook and engage with us at https://www.facebook.com/Leve...

Every week, Aaron and Josh get together to talk about the craft of tabletop roleplaying games. Level Up Your Gaming: Tabletop RPG Podcast is a conversation for anyone invested in their gaming table, whether you're a Game Master weaving the narrative or a player bringing a character to life. The discussion moves beyond basic rules to explore the nuances that transform a good session into a great one, tackling practical topics like pacing a campaign, designing memorable NPCs, or resolving common group dynamics. New episodes arrive each Wednesday, offering a consistent dose of ideas and actionable advice. This isn't about theoretical play; it's about the tangible skills and creative sparks that make your shared stories more engaging. The hosts encourage listeners to join the conversation by sending their own questions and topic suggestions. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of the hobby and find genuine, applicable strategies to enhance your games, this podcast serves as a dedicated space for that growth. Tune in for thoughtful, down-to-earth talks that aim to provide real value for your next gaming session.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Let's Make A One Shot: A Song For The Hollow [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:29
In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt A Song For The Hollow. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one sho…
Rewriting Your Game When You Mess Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:32
In today's episode we talk about rewriting your game when you mess up. Why would you want to rewrite your game after starting? How do you adjust your game and maintain what you started with? We give you our thoughts and…
When Player Agency Goes Awry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:10
In today's episode we talk about Player Agency Going Awry. What happens when player agency goes awry? What are the reasons why this could happen? How do you handle this situation when everything is off the rails? We give…
City Planning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:03
In today's episode we talk about City Planning. What goes into the design of a city? How do you handle all those NPC's and Locations? How do you keep everything from being so overwhelming? We give you our thoughts and an…
The Importance Of Having A Writing Partner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:40
In today's episode we talk about the Importance Of Having A Writing Partner. Why should you have a writing partner? What benefits does a writing partner provide? What if I don't have a partner who is a GM? We give you ou…
Red Herrings [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:09
In today's episode we talk about Red Herrings. What are red herrings? Why would you use them? How can these improve your story? What are some pitfalls with using red herrings? We give you our thoughts and answer all thes…
Let's Make A One Shot: The Silence Between [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:44
In today's episode we continue our series of Let's Make A One Shot. The game we make a one shot for comes from the prompt The Silence Between. We describe all the details you would need to consider to pull this one shot…
Making Better Backstories With Plot Hooks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:10
In today's episode we talk about Making Better Backstories With Plot Hooks. How do you craft backstories with plot hooks? What benefit does it give to the GM? How can it make your players more dynamic? We give you our th…
Game Master Sins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:07
In today's episode we talk about Game Master Sins. What are some of the cardinal sins for game masters? Why are they so bad for game masters to commit? We give you our thoughts and answer all these questions and more in…
Helping GM DJ With His Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:37
In today's episode we help our friend DJ with his upcoming game. We use his notes on the game to help him come up with an ending to his upcoming game. DJ, Josh and I ping pong the ideas around to help craft some ideas fo…