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Rene Plays Games

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Hi! I’m Rene (pronounced Rainy) and I want to share my love of roleplaying games with you! Join me as I play through smaller publisher games, talk design and gaming topics with friends, and explore all the ways you can be a better game master or player.

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Welcome back for another episode of Colostle - Dungeons!

Sybil returns to the major labyrinth Castle Revolving to reach the heart of the dungeon and find what lies within. Then, a new friend leads the crew straight to the Rookling Forge.

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Helloooooo my favorite nerds.

Welcome to the first episode of my monthly design diaries series here in 2026 where I am holding myself accountable toward putting out more games.

I have already pivoted! The first episode was supposed to be about my u... more

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Welcome back for another episode of Colostle - Dungeons!

After escaping the Castle Revolving major labyrinth, Sybil recovers back in Oubliette during a festival known as Stillnights.

Learn more about Colostle and the Dungeons supplement here! If yo... more

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Welcome to another episode of Perspective Checks where I sit down with friends and folks from the TTRPG world and discuss what they love about this wonderful hobby!

We're kicking off 2026 with PJ Sack, a fellow solo podcaster and host of the excelle... more

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Recent Guests

Tanya Floaker
Game designer known for creating emotionally driven tabletop RPG experiences.
Episode: Perspective Checks | Tanya Floaker - Mum Chums & the Evolution of Game Terminology
Michael Low
A teacher, parent, storyteller, and game designer.
Stories RPG, Luck of Legends
Episode: Perspective Checks | Michael Low (Stories RPG) - All Ages Gaming & InfiniBrix!

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Rene
Host of the show, sharing a passion for tabletop role-playing games, exploring design topics, gameplay strategies, and engaging with the community through smaller publisher games.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Good podcast

    This podcast is really good. Rene is a really good host putting out really good content. It helps my work day go by faster.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OGRPG
    United States3 months ago
  • Really enjoying this. Production quality excellent, interesting selection of games, and the host strikes a good balance of storytelling vs 'behind the screen' insights into the mechanics and decision making.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    fst0pped
    8 months ago
  • Really enjoying this. Production quality excellent, interesting selection of games, and the host strikes a good balance of storytelling vs 'behind the screen' insights into the mechanics and decision making.

    Parent note: Only as far as the end of the Sundered Isles play through, but so far there's also been no swearing so it's a nice safe option when I'm listening somewhere my kids might burst in.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    fst0pped
    a year ago
  • Love the podcast

    Rene does a great job explaining and making complicated games understandable for a novice like myself. I’m so excited he is putting this passion into a podcast and sharing it with the masses. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobbypaulson
    United States2 years ago
  • Great actual play with Awesome Content

    Rene, member of the DM's After Dark crew, has branched out to become the defacto master of Solo Play and just generally great editing. He is very smooth in his delivery and I look forward to many more Rene Plays Games content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VoidWyvernkin
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative style of the host, complimenting the clarity and passion for RPGs.
Many find the discussions to be insightful and helpful for enhancing their gaming experiences, particularly for newcomers to the role-playing genre.
The focus on community and inclusivity in gaming is receiving positive feedback, as it resonates with a diverse audience.

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Apple Podcasts
#181
Canada/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#81
Brazil/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

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Perspective Checks | Michael Low (Stories RPG) - All Ages Gaming & InfiniBrix!
Q: Do you get to play games lately or other than play-testing?
Michael runs games for a living, recently finished a game with kids on Knights of the Microbiome, a unique and imaginative setting driven by children's ideas.
Perspective Checks | Michael Low (Stories RPG) - All Ages Gaming & InfiniBrix!
Q: How long have you been playing RPGs or been in the hobby?
Michael starts playing with his friend at the age of 11, running AD&D and developing a love for storytelling over combat.
Perspective Checks | Gloria (GlowPinkstah) - Body Representation in TTRPGs
Q: Are there any games that you're excited to play or ideas you're excited to try out?
I would love to DM more and explore different play styles and do more combat-based stuff.
Perspective Checks | Gloria (GlowPinkstah) - Body Representation in TTRPGs
Q: Do you have any last bits of wisdom, advice or homework for the listener?
Don't let anyone else make you feel a certain way about your body. What matters most is how you feel about yours.
Perspective Checks | Amber & Jess (DMs After Dark) - Getting Into TTRPGs
Q: What do you want to pitch and where can we find you on the Internet?
You can find me on DMs After Dark, and at my public library in Rhode Island where I run RPG programs.

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This podcast offers a lively exploration into the realm of role-playing games (RPGs), showcasing a variety of smaller publisher games while diving into discussions about design and gameplay strategies. Hosted by an enthusiastic gamer, episodes feature engaging content like gameplay tutorials, interviews with game creators, and rich storytelling that caters to both novice players and seasoned Game Masters. Alongside discussions about RPG mechanics, there is a consistent focus on creativity, community, and the emotional connections fostered through gaming experiences, making it a unique platform for those passionate about tabletop gaming and its evolving culture.

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