Designing Your Own RPG System (Part 3)

The GM's Guide by Dan Felder

May 7, 202141:48Games & Hobbies

How do you identify an inherently fun mechanic anyway? What's this 'Decision Engine' thing Dan loves so much and how do you make one yourself? Listen and find out.

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