Mastering the Two Body Problem – GM Tips

In this episode of Art of the Game, our Game Masters tackle one of the trickiest tropes in tabletop RPG storytelling: the two body problem. Whether you’re swapping minds,…

by Marx Pyle July 29, 2025

In this episode of Art of the Game, our Game Masters tackle one of the trickiest tropes in tabletop RPG storytelling: the two body problem. Whether you’re swapping minds, controlling another player’s character, or introducing doppelgangers and identity twists, this episode breaks down the “two body problem” and offers actionable advice to pull it off without breaking immersion or player trust. Whether you’re running Dungeons & Dragons, Call of Cthulhu, Daggerheart, or another TTRPG, this episode offers practical tips, encouragement, and fresh perspectives to help you level up your Game Mastering skills.

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Marx is the author of the non-fiction book Television on the Wild Wild Web, co-host of the podcast GenreTainment, co-host of DC Action Hour on YouTube, and creator of web series/films. He has been a panelist at various conventions, including San Diego Comic-Con, Boston Comic Con, Gen Con, and Dragon Con. As a professor, he teaches script analysis & film production. Click over to MarxPyle.com to learn more about him.

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