Balancing TTRPGs | Chaosium Interview
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In this interview, Jeff Richard, Creative Director of Chaosium, shares his opinion on game balance for TTRPGs. This extra long interview takes the time to fully explore Jeff's perspective on a nuanced concept. Get the RuneQuest Starter Set here: https://www.chaosium.com/runequest-starter-set/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=youtube&utm_id=YouTube Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:57 - What is game balance? 00:02:34 - How important is game balance? 00:05:18 - What if one player is more powerful than another? 00:07:36 - What is the purpose of Chaosium games? 00:11:00 - The OTHER aspects of balance 00:12:29 - "Ivory Tower" design 00:16:38 - How is Jeff's perspective reflected in Chaosium games? 00:20:34 - Simulationist VS Gamist 00:23:27 - Best example of traditional game balance 00:26:58 - Can you underbalance? 00:31:57 - Do you need at least some balance? 00:37:11 - Are balanced games easier for new players? 00:41:41 - Jeff's points crystalised 00:46:41 - Jeff's philosophy in practice 00:50:46 - Final Thoughts
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