Perspective Checks | Matt Raso - Telling Hopeful Stories in Desperate Settings

Welcome to another episode of Perspective Checks where I sit down with a friend in the tabletop roleplaying game world and discuss a topic of their choice!   For this episode I was joined by artist, video game streamer, and long-time home party member of Rene's - Matt Raso. Matt is the graphic designer behind both the DMs After Dark and Rene Plays Games logos, and you can find his art on Instagram and game streams on Twitch. Matt is a big fan of the grimdark genre from Berserk! to Souls games, and really has a great penchant for bringing emotionally charged characters to the gaming table. We discuss hallmarks of the grimdark genre, setting elements, and why some of the most important moments in these stories are the little wins, the faint rays of hope, and the attachments made in a world so quick to tear you down.   Hopefully you enjoy that chat and get some ideas for your own games!   Where to Follow Rene Plays Games: Instagram | Facebook | DMs After Dark email: [email protected]   Music in the Episode: Theme Song written & produced by Dan Pomfret | @danfrombothbands