When starting out in the hobby, deciding what game to play
can be pretty daunting and more often than not you will probably settle on the
game you have heard most about, which will most likely be Dungeons and Dragons, which is certainly not a bad game and the
current edition is the most beginner friendly one yet, but there are many more
out there that can introduce new players much better. Here are four RPG's for beginners.
1. Pathfinder
Beginners Box
Pathfinder was
released back in 2009. Based on the Dungeons and Dragons 3rd edition rules, It
aimed to resolve many of the problems of its D&D counterpart and has
certainly done a great job as establishing itself as a major force in the RPG
world. Recently Paizo released the Pathfinder Beginners Box and as the
name suggests its intention is to help introduce new players to Role Playing
Games. It does this by providing a streamlined version of the rules that offer
a simpler and faster way to play, that some people argue should be the
definitive rule set. The rule books explain how to play the game better than
any other system I have read.
So if you're looking for a well established, highly supported yet still simple game to start with, this is probably the one for you.
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2. Tunnels and Trolls
Tunnels and Trolls
was first published way back in 1975 as a more accessible alternative to Dungeons and Dragons. Though it never
gained the same recognition as its competitor, that isn't to say it isn't still
an awesome game. Currently in its 7th edition T&T is a great and simple
game. Character creation takes minutes, combat is fluid and fast paced and
there are few rules to get bogged down with. But probably the most important
reason this game is so good for beginners is that it is fully capable of solo play. There is actually more community support for solo adventures than
there are for Game Master adventures.
So if you really want to play an RPG but can't get a good
group together yet, with tunnels and trolls you can still play!
Free Abridged 5th Edition rules from DriveThruRPG
7.5 Edition Expanded Boxset from DriveThruRPG
3. Savage Worlds
Savage Worlds was
first released in 2003. It is a setting-less rules system, allowing you use the
rules to play any game that you want. Though many settings have been released
for it. It is known for speed of play and simplicity, which is great for new
players. A little bit more investment may be needed in order to get the rules
and a pre made setting but Savage Worlds definitely has the most room for
expansion once you have gained some experience.
If you're looking for a fast paced game in a non-traditional
setting then Savage Worlds may just be for you.
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4. Wrath of Ashardalon
Wrath of Arshardalon
along with Castle Ravencroft and Legend of Drizzit are Wizards of the Coasts attempts to turn Dungeons and Dragons into a board game
and therefore making the game as a whole much more accessible. Some could see
these board games as more diluting of the D&D franchise but personally I
think they are a great idea. The rules are simple, using cards to indicate
powers and magical weapons, each game box comes complete with rule books, dice
and miniatures, everything needed to play not only the board game but the
proper D&D game as well. So without even realising it players learn the
basics of D&D mechanics and get a good taste of what an RPG is like.
If you are completely and totally new to RPG's and would
prefer to learn to crawl before you walk then Wrath of Ashardalon or any of the other D&D board games are
definitely the way to go.
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