The Vintage RPG Podcast

Matt Kelley, indie RPG publisher and distributor, talks about his journey in the industry, the future of indie RPGs, and the fantastic creators he's met. The podcast also announces a new segment showcasing indie RPG creators working with Exalted Funeral.

In this Vintage RPG Podcast, the hosts delve into the origins and themes of Cyberpunk, discussing its history and connection to the cyberpunk movement. They explore the evolution of the game, its influences, and thematic elements such as dystopian settings and transhumanism. The hosts also share their contrasting preferences for cyberpunk and promote their Patreon community.

In this episode, the hosts explore James M. Ward's Gamma World, a post-apocalyptic game filled with mutants. They discuss its connection to Metamorphosis Alpha, the clever approach to unearthing tech, and the cryptic alliances reminiscent of Paranoia. They highlight the humor as the secret ingredient in this game.

Explore the world of Metamorphosis Alpha, the first sci-fi RPG. Discusses the setting on a generation ship, unique combat system, and leveling up in role-playing games. Announcement of next topic - Gamma World.

In this episode, Joe DeSimone, an expert in RPGs as a learning tool and sobriety mechanics, discusses various interesting topics such as using RPGs as a learning tool, misconceptions surrounding Dungeons and Dragons, the model for board game design courses, and designing a game for recovery with a unique sobriety mechanic.

Explore the intense and ghoulish game 'Mörk Borg' with a heavy metal aesthetic, discussing its artwork, satanic trappings, and countdown mechanic. Dive into the balance between danger and humor, as well as the dramatic tension and levity experienced during gameplay. Discover the high design quality and use of color in the game, and learn about the creators' invitation for third-party content creation.

Exploring the creative and diverse zine scene in role-playing games. Reviewing 'A Visitor's Guide to the Rainy City', a highly praised source book. Delving into the unique and whimsical setting of the zine. Appreciating the ingenuity and uniqueness of the rainy city. Discussion about the recommended book, where to get copies, and additional content.

Delving into the realistic and immersive world of Harn, the hosts discuss the challenges of mathematical simulation. They explore the impact of adding dice mechanics on immersion and introduce the well-researched sourcebook Chivalry and Sorcery. The extensive and detailed Harn World, including its culture and religions, is explored, as well as the development of the Harn Master system. They also discuss fans taking ownership of RPGs like Dungeons and Dragons and its influence on the genre.

The podcast discusses the first adventure module in RPG history, 'Palace of the Vampire Queen', and its overlooked significance. The hosts explore the early days of RPGs and TSR's miscalculations, along with the perplexing design choices in the castle. They also talk about the rarity of the 'We Warriors' module and the fun of playing role-playing games.

The hosts discuss the impact of RPGs from the 70s, specifically the game 'Chivalry & Sorcery' that aimed to be more realistic. They explore the unique aspects of the game and its three detailed campaign settings, including one with dinosaurs. The podcast also delves into the doubt and misstep of D&D modules and the legacy of Gygax and Arneson. It ends by exploring other RPGs with ampersands in their names and the creative spirit of game designers.