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Blind Mapmaker · 07-27-2013, 01:54 PM

I've run fantasy games for cons and I've got to say there isn't much of an interest. You might snag two players, but you basically have to bring your own to have a game. There are just so many other games that do the same thing and in a way that is more accessible for players who know The Other Game.

Modern Horror is a good idea to hook players, so are things that mix up the usual genre concepts. I've had good results running Infinite Worlds with a large cast of diverse characters and moderate weirdness. At a FLGS you might also get some input first and then decide on the genre most of the regulars would be interested in.

07-27-2013, 01:54 PM	#6
Blind Mapmaker Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Mannheim, Baden	Re: Hooking New Players at the FLGS? I've run fantasy games for cons and I've got to say there isn't much of an interest. You might snag two players, but you basically have to bring your own to have a game. There are just so many other games that do the same thing and in a way that is more accessible for players who know The Other Game. Modern Horror is a good idea to hook players, so are things that mix up the usual genre concepts. I've had good results running Infinite Worlds with a large cast of diverse characters and moderate weirdness. At a FLGS you might also get some input first and then decide on the genre most of the regulars would be interested in.