Nathan Russell

Designer of RPGs #TomorrowCity #HardCity, #NeonCityOverdrive, #FreeformUniversal. Host of National Game Design Month #NagaDemon. Australian. Nerd. Dad.

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Improv isn't about being funny all the time, it's about being genuine. The same applies to #Roleplaying. Authenticity always trumps forced humour. #TabletopImprov #RPG #FreeformUniversal

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Just a reminder folks, I am rarely here anymore. I am far more active on Bluesky https://t.co/ISi4brTgV6

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

@JoeManganiello @mikemearls There are lots of great RPGs that really zero in on these concepts of genre/story arc etc. It is worthwhile for GMs to play a range of RPGs to hone these skills and see what is possible. Check out anything by Magpie Games, anything by @jasoncordova6 and Hillfolk to name a few.

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

The treacherous intrigue of 'The Maltese Falcon' meets the fast-paced action of tabletop RPGs in #HardCity. Dare to step into the shadows? Published by @OspreyGames 🌃🎲 #Noir #Roleplaying #tabletoprpgs

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

🎭 #RoleplayTip: Dive into your character's quirks and flaws! They make you unique and memorable. 🌟 Who needs perfection when you can have a perfectly imperfect character? 😜 #TabletopGames #RPG

[Osprey Games 🎲 @OspreyGames]

2024 has seen all sorts of different worlds for our roleplaying games, from dieselpunk dystopia to fairy tale time travel and folk horror...

⚙️ Tomorrow City
🌳 Through the Hedgerow
😱 The Terror Beneath

Where do you want us to go next??

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Experience the epic spectacle of anime-style mecha battles with GunFrame. Set your missions, leverage the terrain, and win the war! #GunFrame is a miniature skirmish wargame of mecha action. #TabletopGames #Wargames #Anime #Mecha🎖

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Roleplaying games and improv share a common rule: Listen carefully. Be present, listen to your co-players' actions and respond genuinely. #TabletopImprov #RPG #Roleplaying #FreeformUniversal

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

The Grid watches, listens, and controls—it's the pervasive electronic infrastructure that defines Neon City. 🌆⚡️ Dive into The Grid, the supplement that takes your games off the streets and into the digital wonderland. #roleplayinggame  #CyberpunkGaming #NeonCityOverdrive

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

That time when a blue Lego brick was the most terrifying monster! When we were kids, playing #DnD for the first time, we didn't have miniatures. What creative solutions have you used in your RPGs? #DIYRPG #CreativityInPlay #roleplayinggames #Flashback

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

🎲 #TabletopTip: When you roll a critical success, embrace the moment! 🌟 Your character's victory dance might not be graceful, but it sure adds to the fun! 😄 #Roleplaying #TTRPG

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Roll the dice, take the risk, embark on an unforgettable journey with #DungeonBlitz, the solo dungeon exploration game. The first game book is 100% free. The real question is, are you game? 🎲🎯 (Link in bio) #SoloRPG  #TabletopRPG #Dungeoneering #TabletopGames

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

💬 #RPGAdvice: Communication is key! 🗣️ Check in with your fellow players and GM to ensure everyone's having a blast. 🎉 Happy players = Epic adventures! #TabletopGaming #RPG #SocialGames

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Describe your RPG world with cinematic terms. Use "pan" to describe a broad view of a landscape, "zoom in" for details, "slow motion" for intense moments. Visual language = immersive gameplay! 🌍👀 #RPGtips #CinematicNarration #roleplayinggames

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[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Gunshots, femme fatales, and bitter secrets. #HardCity promises high stakes, big risks, and moments that will leave you breathless. Do you dare to play? Published by @OspreyGames 🎲🔥 #Noir #roleplayinggames #HardboiledHeroes

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

🎲 #DiceEtiquette: Cherish your dice, but don't blame them for everything! 😉 Luck may be fickle, but it's all part of the thrilling tabletop experience! 🎲 #TTRPG #Randomness #roleplayinggames

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Krak-Krak-Krak! That's the sound of victory in GunFrame! Can you outsmart your opponent and claim the field? GunFrame is a miniature-agnostic mecha #wargame. #GunFrame #tabletopgames #miniaturewargaming

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

The beauty of improv is the unexpected. Encourage players to make choices in the moment, not just follow pre-planned strategies. Expect the unexpected! #RPGImprov #TabletopGames #Roleplaying #FreeformUniversal

[Nathan Russell @perilplanet]

Psychic abilities meet cyberpunk in Psions, a supplement for Neon City Overdrive. 🌆💥 Unleash the power of the mind with rules for psionics, cyber disruption, nexus zones and bystander reactions. How will it change your world? #CyberpunkRPG #NeonCityOverdrive #roleplayinggame