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Call of Cthulhu - Part 4 - Review

That wraps up the gameplay portion. Now we move on to the review section! Join Jameson McDaniel as guest Wes Otis, of 12 Sided Stories and Plate Mail Games, Jay Africa and Nikki Waln dice into the system of eldritch horror, Call of Cthulhu 7th edition from Chaosium. Will they sing its praises or be driven made by its complexity?

Call of Cthulhu - Part 3 - Gameplay

A MURDER HAS OCCURRED!!! Can Jay Africa and Nikki Waln solve this crime with the help of Wes Otis of 12 Sided Stories and Plate Mail Games? Find out! As we continue our playthrough of Call of Cthulhu 7th edition from Chaosium. Join Jameson McDaniel, as the Keeper, and help our crew hunt for clues on the Eclair de Luxe rocketing up the west coast to their homes in Washington.

Call of Cthulhu - Part 2 - Gameplay

“The most merciful thing in the world, I think, is the inability of the human mind to correlate all its contents”. This week we start playing Call of Cthulhu 7th edition from Chaosium. Join Jameson McDaniel, as the Keeper, as old friends Nikki Waln and Jay Africa, as well as newcomer to the show Wes Otis from 12 Sided Stories and Plate Mail Games, ride the Eclair de Luxe up the west coast to their homes in Washington. Nothing strange ever happens on a train, right?

Call of Cthulhu - Part 1 - Character Creation

“The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown.” That’s right, we are playing Call of Cthulhu 7th edition from Chaosium. Jameson McDaniel has stepped into the role of Keeper and has brought along old friends Nikki Waln and Jay Africa, as well as newcomer to the show Wes Otis from 12 Sided Stories and Plate Mail Games. This week we build characters.

Over Arms - Part 4 - Review

Today we take a critical look at Rookie Jet Studio’s newest game, Over Arms. As always join Steven Pope and Jameson as well as our special guests Nikki Waln, Nico Paoli, and Ryan Omega as they outline where this game shines and where it needs a bit more polish. Be sure to grab your copy of Over Arms HERE. If you have your copy then you will need the best math rocks in town. Head on over to Dice Envy to acquire said rocks and be sure to use ‘GWNP’ at check out to get 10% off your first order.

Over Arms - Part 3 - Gameplay

Time to play as angsty anime teens at an international high school in the world of ‘Over Arms’ from Rookie Jet. As always Steven Pope is our Game Master and Jameson as well as our special guests Nikki Waln, Nico Paoli, and Ryan Omega are on the hunt for the person threatening their club. Be sure to grab your copy of Over Arms HERE. If you have your copy then you will need the best math rocks in town. Head on over to Dice Envy to acquire said rocks and be sure to use ‘GWNP’ at check out to ...

Over Arms - Part 2 - Gameplay

You better protect your treasures cause were back for the gameplay portion of Over Arms from Rookie Jet Studio. Be sure to catch up on character creation if you haven’t as Steven Pope takes Jameson McDaniel, Nikki Waln, Nico Paoli, and Ryan Omega on an adventure fit for international high school students. Peak himbo energy ahead.

Over Arms - Part 1 - Character Creation

Grab your Persona, flex your stands, and get ready for an adventure in the world of Over Arms from Rookie Jet Studios. As always Steven Pope is here to guide Jameson and our special guests Nikki Waln, Nico Paoli, and Ryan Omega through character creation and beyond. Be sure to grab your copy of Over Arms HERE. If you have your copy then you will need the best math rocks in town. Head on over to Dice Envy to acquire said rocks and be sure to use ‘GWNP’ at check out to get 10% off your first...

Star Wars Saga Edition - Part 4 -Review

Part 4 Attack of the Review! Join Clara Goldstein and Jameson along with special guest Adam West and Sheldon Morley as we take a look at the game design, gameplay, and all let you know whether this is a worthy purchase to add to your RPG collection.

Star Wars Saga Edition - Part 3 - Gameplay

Our band of intrepid heroes managed to escape the Star Destroyer but now they need to find and remove the bombs in their necks. Follow Michael and Clara along with special guest Adam West and Sheldon Morley as they make their way on a planet of slavers and pirates. We also bid farewell to Michael Robert Holmes as he departs the GWNP crew. God speed and you will be missed.

Star Wars Saga Edition - Part 2 - Gameplay

Hope you have your blue milk and cookies cause we join our rag-tag group of heroes as they are captured by the Empire in the darkest of times. Follow Michael and Clara along with special guest Adam West and Sheldon Morley as they must escape their cells and find a way off the Imperial Star Destroy.

Star Wars Saga Edition - Part 1 - Character Creation

How’s it going my Nerf Herders?! This month we go back to the year 2007, the last time Wizards of the Coast had the ‘Star Wars’ license. That’s right, we’re playing ‘Star Wars Saga Edition’! Join GM Jameson McDaniel, as he guides Michael Holmes, Clara Goldstein with Special Guest Adam West and Sheldon Morley through the trials of character creation.

Monster of the Week - Part 4 - Review

Join our family as we review Monster of the Week. The ‘Family’ consists of Steven Pope, Michael Robert Holmes, Clara Goldstein, Jameson McDaniel, and special guest Deanna Venable. Get your copy of ‘Monster of the Week’ HERE and don’t forget to get yourself some special math rocks from Dice Envy, and if you use GWNP at check out you get 10% off your first order.

Monster of the Week - Part 3 - Gameplay

We’re back for the thrilling conclusion of our Monster of the Week Gameplay. Tune in as Steven Pope guides us through the world of ‘Monster of the Week’ from Evil Hat Games. The ‘Family’ consists of Michael Robert Holmes, Clara Goldstein, Jameson McDaniel, and special guest Deanna Venable. Get your copy of ‘Monster of the Week’ HERE and don’t forget to get yourself some special math rocks from Dice Envy, and if you use GWNP at check out you get 10% off your first order.

Monster of the Week - Part 2 - Gameplay

The family has gathered, the relatives you don’t like are there, Football is on the TV, and we have Ghost Turkeys. Tune in as Steven Pope guides us through the world of ‘Monster of the Week’ from Evil Hat Games. The ‘Family’ consists of Michael Robert Holmes, Clara Goldstein, Jameson McDaniel, and special guest Deanna Venable. Get your copy of ‘Monster of the Week’ HERE and don’t forget to get yourself some special math rocks from Dice Envy, and if you use GWNP at check out you get 10% off...

Monster of the Week - Part 1 - Character Creation

Get your steaks and your garlic, it’s time to fight some monsters. Join us for Monster of the Week as Steven Pope, Clara Goldstein, Jameson McDaniel, Michael Holmes, and special guest Deanna Venable build characters and their own dysfunctional family for the holiday. You can get your copy of Monster of the Week from Evil Hat HERE.

Holiday 2020 Gift Guide

Do you need gift ideas for the TTRPG gamer in your life? Well sit back and let Michael, Steven, Clara, and Jameson tell you what’s on their wish list this year. From all of us at Games We Never Play, we hope you have a happy and safe holiday season. Kickstarter - TRPG Tweaks Core game system - Kids on Brooms and Morg BorgSupplement - The Wonderous One-shots from Dungeon in a Box. and Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master. Accessory - Hero Forge gift card for $50 so you can get a colored custom m...

Kids on Brooms - Part 4 - Review

And that was it! We’ve just finished Kids on Brooms. Now it’s time for the review show. Join GM Jameson as he takes the new faculty of Squirrel Nuts Academy Steven Pope, Clara Goldstein, Michael Holmes, Jay Africa, and Buckle Nagle as they manage a train full of kids taken to the wrong destination. Be sure to get your copy of Kids on Brooms by clicking HERE. If you need dice for this game please be sure to give our affiliate some love and swing by Dice Envy by using the link HERE and rememb...

Kids on Brooms - Part 3 - Gameplay

The school train in a strange location and our players are the only ones that can find out what happened and protect the class. Can they get back to SNA safely or will the evil forces that brought them here spell their end? Join GM Jameson as he takes the new faculty of Squirrel Nuts Academy Steven Pope, Clara Goldstein, Michael Holmes, Jay Africa, and Buckle Nagle as they manage a train full of kids taken to the wrong destination. Be sure to get your copy of Kids on Brooms by clicking HERE...

Kids on Brooms - Part 2 - Gameplay

Our players are now set and their characters are now generated. It’s time to take a magical train ride to a boarding school in LA. Join GM Jameson as he takes the new faculty of Squirrel Nuts Academy Steven Pope, Clara Goldstein, Michael Holmes, Jay Africa, and Buckle Nagle as they manage a train full of kids taken to the wrong destination. Be sure to get your copy of Kids on Brooms by clicking HERE. If you need dice for this game please be sure to give our affiliate some love and swing by ...

Kids on Brooms - Part 1 - Character Creation

Dresden Files Accelerated Part 4 - Review

We came we saw and we played some Dresden Files Accelerated from Evil Hat. Now it’s time for the review. Join Donna Ricci, Clara Goldstein, Michael Holmes, Clara Goldstein, and Jameson McDaniel as we dive into the Nevernever and beyond. Is this game worth playing or should it be cast into the deep with the Fomor. Find out now!

Dresden Files Accelerated Part 3 - Gameplay

The crew is hot on the trail of their missing relative and to find out more about their involvement with the shell. We are ready to explore the far reaches of Dresden Files Accelerated from Evil Hat. Our GM this session is Jameson McDaniel. Our faithful cast includes Michael Holmes and Clara Goldstein with special guest Donna Ricci from Geeky Teas in Burbank. Be sure to visit her at geekyteas.com

Dresden Files Accelerated Part 2- Gameplay

Mantle’s secured and fudge dice at hand, we are ready to dive into the Dresden Files Accelerated from Evil Hat. We’ve built our characters and are ready to explore the game play portion of the Fate system. Our GM this session is Jameson McDaniel. Our faithful cast includes Michael Holmes and Clara Goldstein with special guest Donna Ricci from Geeky Teas in Burbank. Be sure to visit her at https://www.geekyteas.com/

Dresden Files Accelerated Part 1- Character Creation

Grab your duster and prepare to dive into the Nevernever with the GWNP crew as we play Dresden Files Accelerated from Evil Hat. We’re building our characters and exploring the ins and outs of the Fate system. Leading the charge is Jameson McDaniel. Our faithful cast includes Michael Holmes and Clara Goldstein with special guest Donna Ricci from Geeky Teas in Burbank. Grab your fudge dice and get ready to explore the world of the Dresden Files.

GWNP Year One!

Howdy all,The GWNP crew sits down to reflect on the year and what it’s brought. Join us for all the news, feels, and thoughts on our first year as a podcast. As always we have Jameson McDaniel, Steven Pope, and Michael Holmes. Thank you for being a part of this special ride.

Pathfinder 2nd Edition - Part 4 Review

The world of Pathfinder 2nd edition has been explored now we dive into the review portion. Join Steven Pope, Michael Holmes, Jameson McDaniel, Michelle Otis from Twelve Sided Stories, and Clara Goldstein from Happy Jacks to hear their take. You can get your own copy from Paizo here.

Pathfinder 2nd Edition - Part 3 Gameplay

Something terrible now stands in the party’s path as we navigate the world of Pathfinder 2nd edition. Steven Pope is in the GM seat. Joining Michael and Jameson is Michelle Otis from Twelve Sided Stories and Clara Goldstein from Happy Jacks. See what our party comes up with and follow along with your own copy from Paizo here.

Pathfinder 2nd Edition - Part 2 Gameplay

our overly complex character sheet are filled out and now were ready to dive into the world of Pathfinder 2nd edition. Steven Pope is back in the GM seat. Joining Michael and Jameson is Michelle Otis from Twelve Sided Stories and Clara Goldstein from Happy Jacks. See what our party comes up with and follow along with your own copy from Paizo here.

Pathfinder 2nd Edition - Part 1 Character Creation

Grab your d20 and an overly complex character sheet as we dive into the world of Pathfinder 2nd edition. Steven Pope is back in the GM seat. Joining Michael and Jameson is Michelle Otis from Twelve Sided Stories and Clara Goldstein from Happy Jacks. See what our party comes up with and follow along with your own copy from Paizo here.

Tiny Supers - Pt 4 Review

Today the gang gets into our thoughts on the Tiny Supers RPG from Gallant Knight Games. You can pick up your copy HERE. Joining out round table is Michael Robert Holmes, Jameson McDaniel, Jb Jaura, and Robert Clarke-Chan. How did they feel about a rules-light superhero game? Let us find out!

Tiny Supers - Pt 3 Gameplay

Tiny Supers - Pt 2 Gameplay

Characters are made and the heroes have gathered. Join us as we play ‘Tiny Supers’ from Gallant Knight Games. You can pick up your copy HERE. Taking us on this heroic adventure is none other than the creator of ‘Tiny Supers’ Alan Bahr. Follow along as Michael, Jameson, Jb Jaura, and Robert Clarke-Chan build a band of superheroes to save the world?

Tiny Supers - Pt 1 Character Creation

Join us as we play ‘Tiny Supers’ from Gallant Knight Games. You can pick up your copy HERE. Guiding us through the process is the creator of ‘Tiny Supers’ Alan Bahr. Follow along as Michael, Jameson, Jb Jaura, and Robert Clarke-Chan build a band of superheroes to save the world?

Interview With Greg Leatherman of Glitter Hearts

Greg Leatherman of Leatherman Games and creator of Glitter Hearts sat down with Jameson to go over everything from game design to writing your first RPG and being a better ally. Glitter Hearts is available online at Leatherman Games or at Drive Thru RPG.

Glitter Hearts - Pt 4 Review

After a month of feelings, magic, transforming, and magical transforming feelings, our table sits down and gives their thoughts on Leatherman Game's Glitter Hearts.

Glitter Hearts - Pt 3 Gameplay

As our Pride of Magical Warriors fights the Shadow Corporations and now The Cheerleader, Games We Never Play shows off some of the more complicated features of Glitter Hearts!

Glitter Hearts - Pt 2 Gameplay

We dive into the frilly and magical world of Glitter Hearts as we meet the heroes of Silvia Rivera High! This episode stars Joey Nestra, Adam West, Aki, and Blythe Kala, with Steven Pope running the game.

Glitter Hearts - Pt 1 Character Creation

Games We Never Play celebrates the fun of pride with Leatherman Game’s first published work, Glitter Hearts! We’re joined by Aki, Blythe Kala, Adam West, and Joey Nestra as they make Pride-themed magical transforming superheroes inspired by Sailor Moon and other transforming heroes in a game ran by our own Steven Pope! Glitter Hearts can be purchased at https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/305744/Glitter-Hearts Steven Pope - https://twitter.com/StevenJPope22 Joey Nestra - https://twitter.co...

Survive This: Fantasy - Pt 4 Review

We got to build characters, then we got to play, now let’s talk about the review of Bloat Games. newest game ‘Survive This: Fantasy’. Their Kickstarter is live now! You can check it out here. Cast: Michael HolmesJay AfricaJameson McDanielSteven Pope

Survive This: Fantasy - Pt 3 Gameplay

We’re back for the second part of our gameplay portion of Survive This: Fantasy. Their Kickstarter is now live! You can check out their Kickstart here. GM Michael walks our band of misfits and outcasts on a hunt for missing children in a mansion infested by strange creatures. We hope you enjoy our recording of ‘Survive This: Fantasy’ from Bloat Games. GM: Michael Holmes Players: Jay AfricaJameson McDanielSteven Pope

Survive This: Fantasy - Pt 2 Gameplay

We’re back for the gameplay portion of Survive This: Fantasy. Their Kickstarter goes live on May 12th. GM Michael walks our band of misfits and outcasts to a town harassed by strange creatures. We hope you enjoy our recording of ‘Survive This: Fantasy’ from Bloat Games. GM: Michael Holmes Players: Jay Africa Jameson McDaniel Steven Pope

Survive This: Fantasy - Pt 1 Character Creation

Hail and well met! Today the GWNP crew does something a little out of the ordinary. We are playing a game that has a Kickstarter beginning in a few days. Today we build characters in the ‘Survive This: Fantasy’ from Bloat Games. GM: Michael Holmes Players: Jay AfricaJameson McDanielSteven Pope

Tales from the Loop - Part 4 Review

The gang dives into the ins and out of the Loop in the review show.. Join us, its a lot of fun. Tales from the Loop is published by Free League. You can get your own copy by following the link here. Cast:Steven PopeMichael HolmesJay AfricaJameson McDaniel

Tales from the Loop - Part 3 Gameplay

Sneaking out the window and Wayne’s World references, what more could you want? The party has split for dinner time but let’s see if they cant come together to resolve this mystery. Tales from the Loop is published by Free League. Get your copy here and play with your friends! GM: Steven Pope Players: Michael Holmes Jay Africa Jameson McDaniel

Tales from the Loop - Part 2 Gameplay

Heartbreak, siblings, and amazing music all make an appearance on this week’s Games We Never Play. Join us as we go back to the 80’s in the gameplay portion and test out what life in the loop is really like. Click here to can get your copy of Tales From the Loop for 50% off, while supplies last. Tales from the Loop is a Free League game.GM: Steven Pope Players: Jay Africa,Michael Holmes.Jameson McDaniel

Tales from the Loop - Part 1 Character Creation

Thank you all for your patience in these latest episodes. For the next two weeks we will be doing double posts for Mondays and Fridays so expect twice as many Games We Never Play. This week we dive into the character creation in the Tales from the Loop system, a world that feels like Fallout before the bombs dropped. Enjoy! Cast: Jameson McDaniel Michael Holmes Jay Africa GM: Steven Pope

Games We Never Play - Converting Your Favorites In To TTRPGs

Hi All, This week we talk about our favorite movies, video games, and books and what tabletop RPG system they would work best in. The cast for this episode is Jay Africa, Michael Holmes, Steven Pope, and Jameson McDaniel.

Converting Your Favorites In To TTRPGs

Hi All, This week we talk about our favorite movies, video games, and books and what tabletop RPG system they would work best in. The cast for this episode is Jay Africa, Michael Holmes, Steven Pope, and Jameson McDaniel.

March 2020 Bonus Episode: Updates from the GWNP Crew

Hi All, Just wanted to take the time and drop a quick update for you all. Hope you enjoy! Cast: Jay Africa Michael Holmes Steven Pope Jameson McDaniel