Fandom Uncovered Delves Into The Resurgence Of D&D
August 8, 2019 by brennon
Fandom Uncovered put out a video recently which delves into the meteoric rise of Dungeons & Dragons following on from 5th Edition. It is true to say that now, pen & paper roleplaying games are experiencing a golden period and it's no longer weird to say you love this game.
The interview is a great look at why people play the game, where they've come from, how they view the game and also the way it has helped them. There are some stories here that might be upsetting to some so just be warned before delving in. This is a great look at a vibrant, magical set of rules which let us all experience a level of escapism which allows us to put the worries of the real world aside.
It would be fascinating to hear if there are ways that D&D and other roleplaying games have effected you. For me, it helped build my confidence and get away from a teenage life where I was constantly bullied and made fun of. It also inspired me to be creative and tell stories with my friends.
Thanks to @hobbyhub for sharing this with me!
What about you?
"This is a great look at a vibrant, magical set of rules which let us all experience a level of escapism which allows us to put the worries of the real world aside..."
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Been playing d&d and other RPGs for over 35 years. I have no plans to stop.
There is so much potential for creativity and it is therapeutic.
I like to play, but prefer to GM as it allows me to create world’s and adventures in slow parts of my day.
Been playing D&D and other pen and paper RPGs since I was a teenager. Still pursuing the hobby today. I’m glad to see a video like this being made, showcasing the positive effect the game has had on so many people. Great stuff.
I started off my gaming life, when I was around 11 or 12 by playing DnD basic, back in the 80s. Progressed on to other RPGs subsequently before moving on to miniature based games ( I never played RPG’s with minis) ..i then went to university and whilst I kept up with wargaming I didn’t play any RpGs to last year. Now I have develved back into DnD in a biggish way and discovered that DnD is now far more mainstream than I realised..such a change.
Tho I dont RPG any more, I have recently given it another look… and the progress, not only in terms of public acceptance, but also in terms of creativity and progression as an art is incredible. Rules, design, artwork, play styles, diversity, scope… just amazing how far it’s come. Hard to believe it started as an offshoot of a miniatures wargame. Honestly I think I see the miniatures wargames market attempting to pull back in some of that RPG magic with smaller games and increased focus of the narrative and character progression. Truly a golden age.
It’s always good to your tensions if you can hack down the outer/inner demon’s. I think stranger things will be a big help to the extra interest this moment.
That was a great little documentary.
I suppose my only niggle is why specifically it’s DnD when there are other games out there that – for me – do things better.
Not that I begrudge anyone enjoying their hobby any way they like, nor the creators for cranking out so much stuff that people enjoy.
I just hope that the ‘DnD resurgence’ is actually more of a ‘RPG resurgence’ and that there is room for other games too.
I think that’s the case, but D&D 5th Edition is the front runner which is accessible and easy for everyone to dive into – plus it’s a household name.
@brennon – yes, sorry, I wasn’t clear in my original message. I’m sure the documentary focussed on DnD for those (right!) reasons.
What I meant was it’s a shame that more generally the greater public awareness of and interest in DnD seems to be pretty game specific, when everything that people enjoy about DnD is just as attainable from other games.
The documentary was right to focus on the game that is gathering all the support and attention. My comment was more lamenting the fact that the love for roleplaying isn’t being spread more widely between other RPGs.
I think it was all on the back of the Critical Role Kickstarter and that the producers of both CR and the documentary are either friends or friends of friends. They are all in the greater LA area. “Friends of the show” Miniwargaming tired their hand at a Twitch DnD show, but it doesn’t seem to have gotten the numbers, so I think they maybe either resting or cancelled it. Geek and Sundry, where Critical Role started, was conceived as being for all things .., well geek. But over time it has narrowed its focus. They used to have an… Read more »