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Analytic DiceEpisode 25: ShadowDark by Kelsey DionneIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences playing ShadowDark by Kelsey Dionne and The Arcane Library. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.2025-07-0149 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 24: Red Mists - Swords Against SorceryIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences playing Red Mists by Bill Edmunds . Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.Check...2025-06-0147 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 23: The Burning Wheel - Part 2In this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences playing The Burning Wheel. We are joined this month by Nick of Against the Darkmaster fame. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points...2025-05-011h 06Analytic DiceEpisode 22: The Burning Wheel - Character BurnerIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences creating characters for The Burning Wheel. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.Check...2025-04-011h 06Analytic DiceEpisode 21: Reaver by Raven God GamesIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences playing Reaver by Joe Salvador of Raven God Games. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.2025-03-0150 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 20: Space 1999 by ModiphiusIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences playing Space 1999 by Modiphius. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
Check out Space 1999...2025-02-0153 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 19: The Electrum ArchiveIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences playing The Electrum Archive by Emiel Boven. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
...2025-01-0154 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 18: Black Sword HackIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing the Black Sword Hack by Kobayashi. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.2024-12-0152 min
Analytic DiceBonus VI: Brian Shutter, Neon Lords of the Toxic WastelandBrian Shutter is the creator of Neon Lords of the Toxic Wasteland and he joins us for this episode of Analytic Dice Studio. Analytic Dice Studio is the companion podcast to Analytic Dice. In each Analytic Dice Studio episode Kevin interviews a creator from the tabletop role-playing game community. The podcast follows a format in which Kevin and his guest first discuss facts and opinions that anyone can find on the internet followed by nine set questions that are asked of all guests.
Check out Neon Lords of the Toxic Wasteland here:
https://goodman-games.com...2024-11-0834 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 17: The Majestic Fantasy RPGIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing the Majestic Fantasy RPG by Robert Conley. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting...2024-11-0146 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 16: Conan Quickstart by Monolith GamesIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing the Conan RPG Quickstart by Monolith Board Games. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or...2024-10-0154 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 15: Overlight, kaleidoscopic journeysIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing Overlight, a roleplaying game of kaleidoscopic fantasy. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting...2024-09-011h 03
Analytic DiceBonus V: Massimiliano Caracristi & Nikola Segoloni of Against the Darkmaster RPGMassimiliano Caracristi & Nikola Segoloni of Open Ended Games, two of the creators of Against the Darkmaster join us for this episode of Analytic Dice Studio. Analytic Dice Studio is the companion podcast to Analytic Dice. In each Analytic Dice Studio episode Kevin interviews a creator from the tabletop role-playing game community. The podcast follows a format in which Kevin and his guest first discuss facts and opinions that anyone can find on the internet followed by nine set questions that are asked of all guests.
Check out Open Ended Games and Against the Darkmaster at:
...2024-08-0943 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 14: 2d20 Cohors CthulhuIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing Cohors Cthulhu by Modiphius using the 2d20 system. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or...2024-08-0149 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 13: Witch DreamIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing Witch Dream by Scott Malthouse. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
2024-07-0152 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 12: Crown and SkullIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing Crown and Skull by Runehammer. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
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Analytic DiceBonus IV: Joseph Goodman of Goodman GamesJoseph Goodman of Goodman Games, the creator of Dungeon Crawl Classics (DCC) RPG, joins us for this episode of Analytic Dice Studio. Analytic Dice Studio is the companion podcast to Analytic Dice. In each Analytic Dice Studio episode Kevin interviews a creator from the tabletop role-playing game community. The podcast follows a format in which Kevin and his guest first discuss facts and opinions that anyone can find on the internet followed by nine set questions that are asked of all guests.
Check out Goodman Games at:
https://goodman-games.com/
Check out Joey...2024-05-0340 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 11: Dune Adventures in the Imperium (2d20)In this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing Dune Adventures in the Imperium by Modiphius. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting...2024-05-0254 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 10: FallenIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing Fallen, a Baroque and Grim Fantasy Tabletop RPG by Perplexing Ruins. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in...2024-04-0156 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 9: Mercenaries, Spies, and Private EyesIn this episode of Analytic Dice we talk about our experiences running and playing Mercenaries, Spies, and Private Eyes (a Tunnels & Trolls based game). Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each...2024-03-011h 00
Analytic DiceBonus III: Diogo NogueiraDiogo Nogueira, creator of many games including Solar Blades & Cosmic Spells, joins us for this episode of Analytic Dice Studio. Analytic Dice Studio is the companion podcast to Analytic Dice. In each Analytic Dice Studio episode Kevin interviews a creator from the tabletop role-playing game community. The podcast follows a format in which Kevin and his guest first discuss facts and opinions discovered on the internet followed by nine set questions that are asked of all guests.
Check out Diogo's great work on itch.io at:
https://diogo-old-skull.itch.io/
Or, on DriveThruRPG...2024-02-1138 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 8: JackalsIn this episode we talk about our experiences running and playing Jackals, Bronze Age Fantasy Roleplaying, by John-Matthew DeFoggi and Osprey Games. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or...2024-02-0148 min
Analytic DiceBonus II: Jason DuffJason Duff, creator of Heroes & Hardships, joins us for this episode of Analytic Dice Studio. Analytic Dice Studio is the companion podcast to Analytic Dice. In each Analytic Dice Studio episode Kevin interviews a creator from the tabletop role-playing game community. The podcast follows a format in which Kevin and his guest first discuss facts and opinions discovered on the internet followed by nine set questions that are asked of all guests.
Check out Heroes & Hardships at:
https://preview.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/411535/Heroes--Hardships-Core-Rulebook
To comment or make a recommendation, call Kevin at (860) 595-2...2024-01-1134 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 7: DragonbaneIn this episode we talk about our experiences running and playing Dragonbane by Free League. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
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Analytic DiceBonus I: Jon GilmourJon Gilmour joins us for this episode of Analytic Dice Studio. Analytic Dice Studio is the companion podcast to Analytic Dice. In each Analytic Dice Studio episode Kevin interviews a creator from the tabletop role-playing game community. The podcast follows a format in which Kevin and his guest first discuss facts and opinions discovered on the internet followed by nine set questions that are asked of all guests.
Check out Kids on Bikes at:
https://www.huntersentertainment.com/kidsonbikesrpg
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https://docs.google...2023-12-1227 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 6: Lex ArcanaIn this episode we talk about our experiences running and playing Lex Arcana by Leonardo Colovini, Dario De Toffoli, Marco Maggi, and Franceso Nepitello. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each...2023-12-0657 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 5: Lost in the Fantasy WorldIn this episode we talk about our experiences running and playing Lost in the Fantasy World by Diogo Nogueira. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
2023-11-0143 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 4: Old Ones, Shoggoths & R'LyehIn this episode we talk about our experiences running and playing Old Ones, Shoggoths & R'Lyeh by Bill King. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
2023-10-1154 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 3: Chivalry and SorceryIn this episode we talk about our experiences running and playing Chivalry and Sorcery, Fifth Edition. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
2023-09-1948 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 2: We Deal In LeadIn this episode we talk about our experiences running and playing We Deal in Lead by Odin's Beard RPG. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
2023-08-2942 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 1: Tunnels and TrollsIn this episode we talk about our experiences running and playing Tunnels & Trolls. Analytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
Tabletop role-playing...2023-07-2736 minAnalytic DiceEpisode 0: Our Session ZeroAnalytic Dice is a monthly podcast in which we, Kevin and Gabe, analyze a tabletop roleplaying game system or setting. Before recording each episode we will have played the specific role-playing game or setting under discussion. While there is no perfect system or setting, people do have preferences, and this podcast will explore our actual play experiences with different mechanics, revealing the great, the good, and our opinion on the pain points inherent in each system or setting adaptation.
Tabletop role-playing games mentioned in this episode include: Tunnels & Trolls, Jackals, Against the Darkmaster, Conan 2...2023-07-2739 min