Explore EvolvingRPG’s RPG Articles
EvolvingRPG is rooted in tabletop role-playing games, but the RPG hobby doesn’t always stop at the table. Here you’ll find articles about Pathfinder, Dungeons & Dragons, reviews, conventions, RPG culture, technology, video games, and the occasional trip into other corners of the role-playing world. Browse the latest RPG articles below and see where the hobby takes us next.
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The Lone Wolf Syndrome
Some characters thrive on independence, but what happens when a lone wolf stops functioning as part of the party? This archive article looks at teamwork, player conflict, and when independence becomes disruptive at the gaming table.
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How MediaWiki Helped Me Manage a 10-Year Pathfinder Campaign
Running a ten-year Pathfinder 2e campaign with seven players means keeping track of years of characters, NPCs, side quests, locations, and promises. I eventually outgrew my notebooks and turned to MediaWiki to create a searchable campaign archive that helps me keep everything, and everyone’s story, on track.
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Gen Con Survival Guide for Gamers: 2027 Edition
Planning for Gen Con? This practical survival guide covers badges, housing, gaming, the Exhibit Hall, food, accessibility, packing, budgeting, and the lessons I’ve learned from years of attending Gen Con.
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Best Starter RPGs for New Players: Why the Easiest Game Isn’t Always the Best First Game
The easiest tabletop RPG is not always the best first RPG. From D&D and Pathfinder to Call of Cthulhu, Fabula Ultima, and Marvel, finding the right starter game means considering the player, the GM, the genre, and what actually makes someone want to come back for a second session.
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D&D 2024 Rules: What Actually Feels Different?
I expected the revised D&D rules to feel considerably different. Instead, creating my first character felt surprisingly familiar—until I went looking for Half-Elf. So how much has D&D really changed since 2014, and how much is refinement of the same game?
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Pathfinder 2e Remaster: Is It Worth the Switch?
The Pathfinder 2e Remaster changes classes, terminology, spells, alignment, and more—but does your group really need to switch? Here’s what changed, what still works, and what existing and new players should know.
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Welcome to the Rebuilt EvolvingRPG
After being taken offline in 2025, EvolvingRPG has been rebuilt from the ground up with a new look, stronger security, and a renewed focus on tabletop RPGs. Here’s what changed, what’s coming next, and why this relaunch is more than just a fresh coat of paint.