Boomer Radio Network

24/11/2019

Eye on Kickstarter for the 4th Friday in November, featuring On Pointe, Bewere, Wallet Games Reprints, Rare Roses, Ducks In Tow, Loot of Lima, Goblin Teeth, Venice, Dispel Dice, and Turrim Dice Tower.

16/11/2019

A beautiful, highly interactive family game of floral design that will provide hours of fun. Featuring the artwork of Nene Thomas.

02/11/2019

I think we should follow this example and develop our next adventuring party based solely on street intersections.

What do you think?

07/10/2019

We have spoken to Wade Dyer creator of Fragged Empire RPG several times on .

If you're coming to PAX Australia 2019 make sure you check out Fragged yourself.

Timetable for games of Fragged at PAX Australia this weekend. We will have 2 tables running short 1-hour games ALL weekend!!

21/07/2019

My latest Shop Talk video is up. This time I discuss Designer Kits, what to expect and what it says about a manufacturer.

In this episode I talk about various desinger kits and sample kits you can get to see what kind of components a manufacturer can help you with.

15/07/2019

It's up! The latest episode is up.
Check out the play test with Alex Jarkey from Flashback RPG

https://brnau.squarespace.com/the-obligatory-rpg-show/2017/9/15/qzzbm0shxx3cvxebaei2lb6w7kbu3y-k2z7a

Flashback is a next-generation RPG where characters advance by adding to their backstory and building personality traits. Flashback's unique experience system turns every situation into a roleplaying opportunity. Players are rewarded for weaving a detailed backstory and making choices that are cons

13/07/2019

We interviewed Alex Jarkey in one of our first shows on we have follow-up with a playtest (released soon).

But his Kickstarter for is live so get on this big beautiful thing now.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/flashbackrpg/flashback-rpg-a-roleplaying-game-about-changing-history?ref=website #

Tell the story of your past, uncover the mysteries of the present, shape future of a fantasy-steampunk world.

09/07/2019

Spotted the play test version at great to see your name in print Stephen Radney-Macfarland

27/06/2019

New Fragged RPG Content!
Check out the latest Kickstarter from The Obligatory RPG Show friend and all round great RPGer Wade Dyer
His books are great quality and pack a heap into each hardback cover.

This campaign aims to fund the production of three new region books for the tabletop RPGs; Fragged Empire, Fragged Aeternum and Fragged Kingdom. These books will have a focus on lore, with plenty of maps, factions, NPCs and locations. They will also include additional rule options for PCs and GMs.

10/06/2019

How excited are you for CyberPunk 2077? I'm tempted to run a session of 2020 in anticipation!

Well, ain’t that some s**t. It’s Keanu Reeves in CD Projekt’s Cyberpunk 2077, which comes out April 16, 2020.

26/04/2019

Congratulations to Relics: A Game of Angels for funding on Kickstarter

There is still time to back this awesome Australian

Relics: A Game of Angels, via https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/stevedee/relics-a-game-of-angels

A Roleplaying Game of Mystery, Mythology and Memory

21/04/2019

That about covers it...

10/04/2019

Relics featured in this month's is live on Kickstarter.
Check it on the podcast and back the game today!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/stevedee/relics-a-game-of-angels

A Roleplaying Game of Mystery, Mythology and Memory

08/04/2019

Latest is up. Check out our playthrough and character generation for

https://www.brnau.com/the-obligatory-rpg-show

07/04/2019

Quick question - tell me your favourite game thematic - the best game that tells a great tale. Or maybe a game that allows players to make a story out of the game in some way.
I want to know about what game has the best thematic, the one you love...
Thanks in advance.

P.S. I don't care if the mechanics are crap this is STORY time!

06/04/2019

Any love for Dark RPGs?

What's missing from this list?

https://www.reddit.com/r/tabletop/comments/b9zjt3/i_decided_to_do_a_megathread_with_all_my_dark_rpg/

Yeah, I’m reposting this because I deleted my previous account and all it’s content for personal reasons. & ; Sci-Fi Atmospheric:...

26/03/2019

The Phantom: Treasures of Drakon - Board game, Launching on Thursday.

Make sure you are part of this awesome chapter in Walker's life!

Game includes 6 custom made mini's like you have never seen them before. Hoping to get to 7 minis and increase the size with the stretch goals.

Join the launch event to stay tuned.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2282370465415267/

The Phantom: Treasures of Drakon - Board game, Launching on Thursday.

Make sure you are part of this awesome chapter in Walker's life!

Game includes 6 custom made mini's like you have never seen them before. Hoping to get to 7 minis and increase the size with the stretch goals.

Join the launch event to stay tuned.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2282370465415267/

08/03/2019

The next episode of is up!
Meet from The Dice Men Cometh as we talk all things games and

Download now from your favourite PODCAST App...

https://www.brnau.com/the-obligatory-rpg-show/2017/9/15/qzzbm0shxx3cvxebaei2lb6w7kbu3y-9k3ds

Ben and Tim interview one of the team from Australia’s most successful Tabletop Game radio / podcast shows. With over 200 episode and thousands of dedicated listeners from around the world The Dice Men Cometh is proving to be a leader in Australian Media on the Tabletop Industry. In this episode L

08/03/2019

This looks cool for settings.

KICKSTARTER TABLETOP RPG · 8,000 BACKERS

06/03/2019

remastered

03/03/2019

Got some old cheap magic cards? What to up your RPG Monster tokens?

Check out this thread from Questing Beast on



https://twitter.com/benjamilt/status/1101680080764297221?s=19

“Total cost per token: $0.05 each if you buy the cards and wood discs in bulk. You just need a $10 circle punch, some craft glue, and a thrift store poker case. ”

28/02/2019

Have you ever wanted to try ?
The latest Humble Bundle has your back.

https://www.humblebundle.com/books/pathfinder-10th-anniversary-books

Pay what you want for awesome ebooks and support charity!

27/02/2019

Ever wanted to get into the lighter RPG scene? Here's a great article from Lifehacker

I used to play in the same Dungeons & Dragons campaign every week. Now my friends and I struggle to arrange a play session every few months. At one point I tried to make it work with another group. We made a six-month Doodle calendar to find one date we could meet. We got together, discussed cha...

28/01/2019

Any listeners get to ArcananCon in Melbourne? Let us know.

Just when organising Arcanacon 2019 all got too much a hero in a felt hat saved us all! Except Kevin, someone ate Kevin.
No sooner were we save again than she left without a word or a backwards glance, accepting neither gold or a slightly hardened minty.
Just who was that woman?
Thanks Swordcraft!

18/11/2018

That's Craig and The Dice Men Cometh for the link!

One of the best things about board gaming is gaming with other people in real life. One of the hardest things about board gaming can be finding other gamers in real life. Thankfully, the internet is here to help....

15/11/2018

Latest Podcast is up! Live from

Stephen Radney-MacFarland I talked to the

Wade Dyer you're in this one!

Dez Maggs You feature in brief!

Seamus Byrne Thanks for making the time to catch up - still can't believe we nearly went to school together.

Check it out and let me know your thoughts in the comments!

Live interviews from PAX AUSTRALIA 2018. Ben took time out of his busy schedule at PAX to catch up with designers and fans of RPGs. Seamus Bryne - well know writer, presenter, podcaster and media personality. Seamus has had a long association with RPGs starting with the fabled RED BOX. You can ca

15/11/2018

The latest episode from is up. Join Ben live from talking all things RPG

https://www.brnau.com/the-obligatory-rpg-show/2017/9/15/qzzbm0shxx3cvxebaei2lb6w7kbu3y-7rbgf

Live interviews from PAX AUSTRALIA 2018. Ben took time out of his busy schedule at PAX to catch up with designers and fans of RPGs. Seamus Bryne - well know writer, presenter, podcaster and media personality. Seamus has had a long association with RPGs starting with the fabled RED BOX. You can ca

28/10/2018

Check out the great you can play at . We'll have the pax special podcast from up later this week.
Stay tuned for more.

20/10/2018

Keen on RPG? Get on down to Arcanacon Kickstarter live now, save on ticket price.

The Kickstarter has launched for Arcanacon 2019!

Come enjoy two action packed days of roleplaying and much more with us at the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre in January 2019.

Discounted earlybird tickets are available on Kickstarter now.

Also check out vendor and sponsor packages offering huge discounts.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1437498007/arcanacon-2019-games-convention?ref=587534&token=7d2aa70e

26/09/2018

So who is or has installed Pathfinder: Kingmaker?

What is your thoughts on Computer RPGs?

Stephen Radney-MacFarland

http://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo6sga0?Pathfinder-Kingmaker-Out-Now-on-PC-and-Mac

23/09/2018

Another great RPG question. Would go with or ?

Give us your vote below.

Our read the comments on the thread on Reddit!

https://www.reddit.com/r/rpg/comments/9i4h8p/should_i_get_shadowrun_or_vampire/?utm_source=reddit-android

Both are out, both look good, and I only have money for one. What does each offer and wjy wpuld you reccomand one over the other?

13/09/2018

Got something to tell WOTC now is your chance.
They are seeking feedback on all things D&D.
Note survey can take up to 25 mins to settle back for the long haul if you've got a lot to say.

Let us know what you want changed our what you like about 5th Edition.

D&D Survey.

06/09/2018

Someone posted a question on Reddit tabletop sub about kid friendly intro RPGs.

Here at we would have Hero Kids on our list - because Justin not only featured on an episode but it's a great game.

So the question is - what your recommendation for an intro kid friendly RPG?

https://www.reddit.com/r/tabletop/comments/9d6j7o/kid_friendly_rpg/

Relive our episode with Justin Halliday

https://www.brnau.com/the-obligatory-rpg-show/2017/9/15/qzzbm0shxx3cvxebaei2lb6w7kbu3y-nh26n

Anyone recommend an rpg for a complete noob adult, and a 13 and 7 year old? I recently bought the one ring rpg on humble bundle and started the...