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These Types of Players Exist In Every Tabletop RPG

March 17, 2026


In this episode of Art of the Game, we discuss the different types of players you encounter at the table, whether it’s a game of D&D, Call of Cthulhu, Daggerheart, Shadowdark, or any other tabletop RPG.

In this episode of Art of the Game, we discuss the different types of players you encounter at the table, whether it’s a game of D&D, Call of Cthulhu, Daggerheart, Shadowdark, or any other tabletop RPG. From rules experts and power gamers to players who dominate the spotlight, we talk about the personalities that shape a game session and how they can affect the experience for everyone. Some player types can be incredibly helpful. Others… can completely derail a session. Whether you’re a Game Master, long-time player, or new to tabletop RPGs, this episode explores the social side of the hobby that every table eventually encounters.

What kinds of players have you encountered in your RPG groups?

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