Divergent Realms Poll
Good afternoon, lovelies!
Some exciting news: Video Editor Nic and Discord Moderator Fiend (Cor) are working for a brand new company called Divergent Realms, an online gaming community created for and by the neurodivergent community! (Allies are welcome, too.) It did not take much convincing to get me to help out with the marketing. :)
I'll be letting them create and run a CaFae Latte TableTop Game for this initial launch. (I would have put my years of DnD experience to good use here, but the unfortunate reality is I already have way too much on my plate with Heart of Iron, so the most I can really contribute to this is the green light. Luckily Fiend is the one spearheading this, and they've been with me almost since Day One.) There are also, of course, other, more classic games available to play.
DR is putting up the finishing touches on their website, hiring a few more GMs, and doing all of the prep work that comes before opening the doors, so to speak. We decided to get a little more info to get an idea of what he needs to prep.
So, for anyone who may be interested in joining Divergent Realms, we need to know: would you be more interested in a 10-session campaign, a one-shot, or both? Prices at www.divergeantrealms.com are currently listed at $35 per campaign session and $45 for a one-shot--although I will be offering a 20% discount in mid-June as part of the marketing.
Comments (22)
Wish I had time but I am overbooked as it is.
I take it, this is an online game? It sounds fun, but for those prices, I'd expect a physical board game I can keep. I am barely getting by as it is, so I couldn't even do the one session. I fully support paying a livable wage however, I am just not in the rich demographic.
I'm not a TTRPGer, but I love the idea and wish everyone ALL the Nat20s!
Also, I might be convinced to perhaps sponsor an entry fee or two for those unable to afford the cost but really eager to participate, if that's something that Fiend and Nic would consider.
Do they have a patreon? I rather pay through that than ko-fi.
I believe they do, but again, they're not 100% set up yet, so I dont have any good links yet
That seems reasonable price. Understand that it maybe outside range but, completely understandable for the organizer, coder, writer, GM to be paid.
I'm currently paying start playing $20 a session and would consider paying more as they only get 85% so they're providing 4 hours of entertainment a week for $16 per player not accounting for time they've used for prep and such.
I totally understand the prices being what they are, even as someone who couldn’t afford the full 10-session campaign. But for those that can, I say offer both so everyone can enjoy what they are able to!
I don't know what kind of demographic you're trying to advertise to, but $350 for a 10-session campaign is a lot. And most of those who enjoy tabletop RPGs, don't make enough to just drop that kind of money. $350 is about what most pay for their groceries for a couple weeks. I'm not saying the idea is bad. But there are ways you could tweak things.
I do kind of disagree. I don't think you are really wrong, but I just have a different viewpoint. Because it's ten sessions, and says on the website each session is 2 hours minimum. So you're really paying for at least 20 hours of gametime, probably more, and all the play materials. Plus it says on the website that the default is to bill monthly, as you have the session. Plus you would likely split cost between everyone you're playing with, so split somewhere between 3-6 people, that's 116 total on the high end, and 58 on the low end, for the entire campaign. For the 3 people, that it like 11 each for the session, half that for the 6. It is definitely an expense, and I agree that there are a lot of people that can't afford anything extra right now. But it isn't a completely unreasonable idea, when you do all the math.
Is the TTRPG going to be sold in a box as well? Or no? (I don’t care either way I’m just not sure i could make it to all the games.)
At this time, probably no
More like I can’t get into the website
Hey, sorry for a double comment, but the link does not seem to be working? At least for me? Just says that Site Can't Be Reached. I looked it up, and it looks like the correct website is https://divergentrealms.com/.
I love the idea of being able to do prolonged campaigns, but I know I likely would be the one who can’t show up for some of them. One shots are definitely attractive.
I love both! I am personally more likely to spring for the oneshot option, because broke, but the full campaign sounds so much fun, so depending on how long it will be available I may wait and save up for it specifically.
Sorry for a second post, would it be possible to become a GM for discount games? I would gladly offer my services at a reduced rate to what they may normally offer.
Good question. I'll ask.
That price per session is very limiting to many. I know of a few neurodivergent people who would have to really scrimp elsewhere to afford those rates on a recurring bases. But overall, I love the idea!! I would prefer to run non-D&D/D20 games. I have several one shots for Savage Worlds, Ghostbusters RPG and some others.
Yeah, that's the down side. Neal (the found and CEO) has those prices because he wants to pay his employees--including Nic and Fiend--a living wage. Maybe when DR gets a lot bigger they'll be able to lower the prices, but out the gates, it's gotta be where it is.
I can't afford it right now, but the prices sound super reasonable! Excited to hear more about this & see more marketing. Best of luck to everyone! :D