The Game Design Round Table
The Game Design Round Table
Dirk Knemeyer & David V. Heron
#302 Wildermyth with Nate Austin
51 minutes Posted Oct 24, 2023 at 1:00 pm.
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Dirk and David are joined by Nate Austin, co-creator of myth-making tactical RPG Wildermyth. In this entry in the series on worldbuilding, Nate describes the origins of Wildermyth, and how he and his partners grew the game into a true success. The trio also discuss how Wildermyth's mechanics lead to a character focused over plot focused story, as well as how the game approach death and character progression. Other topics include using different styles of game writing, how systems change, and the perceived conflict between market appeal to story players and more complex mechanics.