Escapist Podcast

025: Are Modern RPGs Ruining the Genre?

This week, we discuss if modern conveniences and mechanics are ruining the RPG genre. We also talk about Skullgirls, the claims of sexism against it and how gender effects the industry in other ways.

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The cast this week: Susan Arendt, Justin Clouse, Steve Butts and Greg Tito.

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Running Time: 1hr 22min.

00:00 - Commercials and Spoilers for Mad Men
02:30 - New titles
05:50 - The Parallel Evil Escapists
06:23 - Are modern conveniences ruining the RPG genre?
36:00 - Skullgirls and Sexism in the industry
1:03:06 - Listener Questions

Music:
Theme Music - Ian Dorsch
Additional Music:
Sovngarde Song - Miracle of Sound.