I wrote the following article nearly three years and while some of my assertions then still hold true, our plethora of local gaming stores are drying up! The latest victim is a combination used bookstore and gaming store. They have done very well for themselves over the last eleven years, but they recently announced they…
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Chrome Heavy RPGs, Why Bother?
Chrome in RPGs is nothing new. As you can see in the below article, back in 2014 it was heavily on my radar as something that overly irritated me. How do I feel two years later? Well, about the same. There is good chrome and there is bad chrome. I am of the belief that…
Embracing VoIP Gaming
New links added! Two and a half years later, this is still a growing gaming format. Today, it is more mainstream than it was when I wrote the original comments in August of 2014. This is still an avenue I heavily promote! Lately, there has been a huge uptick in Voice over IP (VoIP) gaming…
Show Off Your Christmas Gifts!
Christmas is over! Do you know what time it is? Time to show off the gifts you got this holiday season. We all love to show off our gaming and geeky goodness, let your geek flag fly! I received an awesome RPG book from my son. He knows I am Mouse Guard fanboy so, he…
RPGGeek.com – Love it or Hate it?
I am admittedly a huge fan of the website RPG Geek for a number of reasons. First and foremost, I believe in the sense of community that they are and have been creating since their inception. I have met many a great gamer, designer and publisher through this website (in person and online). Lastly, it serves…
Help Me Build an RPG Secret Santa Wishlist
The holidays are fast approaching and I am once again going to take part in the annual secret Santa (Secret Cthanta) exchange at RPG Geek. This is one of the highlights of the year for me. This year will be a little tougher financially than in years past. We’re still recovering from the torrential rains…
VirtuaCon Game Sign-ups Now Live
The folks over at VirtuaCon have compiled the game schedule (more likely to be added) and have begun allowing players to sign up for games. If you’re interested in learning more about VirtuaCon or signing up for some games, please following the links below. Event Information Game Schedule (with details) Game Schedule (Spreadsheet version) VirtuaCon Google+…
RPG Geek Hosts: One Sheet GUMSHOE Contest
Are you a fan of the Gumshoe RPG system? Do you like Trail of Cthulhu, Night’s Black Agents, Ashen Stars or Fear Itself? If you answered yes to any of these questions, maybe you should consider entering the RPG Geek One Sheet GUMSHOE Contest. The details can be found here! If you’re not inclined to…
RPG Geek – 2015 RPG Challenge (Update)
Early this year I mentioned that I was once again going to participate in the RPG Geek 2015 RPG Challenge. The challenge centers around playing five (new to you) RPGs before the end of the calendar year. Here’s a little update on where I stand. It’s not too late to take up the challenge and…
What Draws You To A Convention?
Conventions are an important component of our hobby. What draws you to a convention? What considerations factor into your decision to attend or not attend a particular convention? I really want to hear your opinions! ~ Modoc
Rolling Boxcars 