Surprise! Our holiday/end-of-year gift to you (and ourselves mostly) is a special bonus episode featuring a Secret Santa-style appreciation compilation where we each got assigned a different host to highlight. Listen to remember some of our favorite roleplaying moments from the podcast so far, including clips from previous episodes! If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at readplaygamepod@gmail.com or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a>. For bonus content check out our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/readplaygamepod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> too! Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz

2025 Year in Review [BONUS]

Aaron Lim joins us to talk about the process of designing An Altogether Different River. Want to try out the game yourself? Check out the Aaron Lim's <a href="https://ehronlime.itch.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">itch.io</a> where you can find An Altogether Different River and an altogether delightful bunch of games! If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at <a href="mailto:readplaygamepod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">readplaygamepod@gmail.com</a> or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a> Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by <a href="https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/captain-qubz/1152" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Captain Qubz</a>

An Altogether Different River - Interview (feat. Aaron Lim)

We are not the same people we were before we started this game...so let's talk about it! Want to try out the game yourself? Check out the Aaron Lim's <a href="https://ehronlime.itch.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">itch.io</a> where you can find An Altogether Different River and an altogether delightful bunch of games! If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at <a href="mailto:readplaygamepod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">readplaygamepod@gmail.com</a> or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a> Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by <a href="https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/captain-qubz/1152" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Captain Qubz</a>

An Altogether Different River - Game

Now that we've spent a week away from An Altogether Different River, let's return to Marshboro where we can see if our characters can keep up with all the changes. Will they stay with the times or be lost in the past? Want to try out the game yourself? Check out the Aaron Lim's <a href="https://ehronlime.itch.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">itch.io</a> where you can find An Altogether Different River and an altogether delightful bunch of games! If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at <a href="mailto:readplaygamepod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">readplaygamepod@gmail.com</a> or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a> Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by <a href="https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/captain-qubz/1152" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Captain Qubz</a> Ending song is "Thinking of Old Times" by <a href="https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/falconer/1443" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Falconer</a>

An Altogether Different River - Read/Play Pt 2

Welcome back, readers, players, and gamers. After 2 years exploring games with you, we're stepping into the often-recommended An Altogether Different River by Aaron Lim! An Altogether Different River is a collaborative story game where we'll explore a town through the eyes of characters that have stayed and characters that have returned after time apart. Want to try out the game yourself? Check out the Aaron Lim's <a href="https://ehronlime.itch.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">itch.io</a> where you can find An Altogether Different River and an altogether delightful bunch of games! If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at <a href="mailto:readplaygamepod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">readplaygamepod@gmail.com</a> or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a> Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by <a href="https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/captain-qubz/1152" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Captain Qubz</a> Ending song is "Thinking of Old Times" by <a href="https://artlist.io/royalty-free-music/artist/falconer/1443" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Falconer</a>

An Altogether Different River - Read/Play Pt 1

After an emotionally exhausting saga let's unpack the events of the Play episodes and decompress a little. Perhaps use some knives to cut the tension. Check the bottom of the description for content warnings for this series of episodes. NOTE: This is a continuation of our original Kids on Bikes story, so if you haven't listened yet or want to review what happened, you can go back and listen to the original arc here:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bCqKpNbrxwNeVhaX3kvRV?si=uyY47nWkR92BxOzeXV0lhA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/read-play-game/id1717845187?i=1000661620838" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple</a> <a href="https://shows.acast.com/read-play-game/episodes/kids-on-bikes-worldbuilding" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Acast</a> Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and games like it at <a href="https://www.huntersentertainment.com!/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.huntersentertainment.com!/</a> If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at readplaygamepod@gmail.com or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a>. For bonus content check out our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/readplaygamepod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> too! Theme song is "Do You Really Wanna Know?" by Captain Qubz CONTENT WARNINGS FOR KIDS ON BIKES:-Depictions/descriptions of alcohol/drug abuse-Depictions/descriptions of teenage violence and death-Depictions/descriptions of parental abuse/neglect-Depictions of homophobia-Descriptions of blood

Kids on Bikes: The Return - Game Discussion (feat. Mfon Akpaete)

It all comes down to this. The crew gets ready to take on a threat that has been haunting them for months. Join us for the final chapter of Kids on Bikes: The Return. Check the bottom of the description for content warnings for this series of episodes. NOTE: This is a continuation of our original Kids on Bikes story, so if you haven't listened yet or want to review what happened, you can go back and listen to the original arc here:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bCqKpNbrxwNeVhaX3kvRV?si=uyY47nWkR92BxOzeXV0lhA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/read-play-game/id1717845187?i=1000661620838" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple</a> <a href="https://shows.acast.com/read-play-game/episodes/kids-on-bikes-worldbuilding" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Acast</a> Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and games like it at <a href="https://www.huntersentertainment.com!/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.huntersentertainment.com!/</a> If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at readplaygamepod@gmail.com or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a>. For bonus content check out our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/readplaygamepod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> too! Music used in this episode:Darkness Awaits by Karl Casey CONTENT WARNINGS FOR KIDS ON BIKES:-Depictions/descriptions of alcohol/drug abuse-Depictions/descriptions of teenage violence and death-Depictions/descriptions of parental abuse/neglect-Depictions of homophobia-Descriptions of blood

Kids on Bikes: The Return - Play Part 5 (feat. Mfon Akpaete)

In the wake of tragedy, the teens of Beenovia High try to piece together the information they've gathered while they process complicated feelings. Check the bottom of the description for content warnings for this series of episodes. NOTE: This is a continuation of our original Kids on Bikes story, so if you haven't listened yet or want to review what happened, you can go back and listen to the original arc here:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bCqKpNbrxwNeVhaX3kvRV?si=uyY47nWkR92BxOzeXV0lhA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/read-play-game/id1717845187?i=1000661620838" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple</a> <a href="https://shows.acast.com/read-play-game/episodes/kids-on-bikes-worldbuilding" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Acast</a> Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and games like it at <a href="https://www.huntersentertainment.com!/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.huntersentertainment.com!/</a> If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at readplaygamepod@gmail.com or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a>. For bonus content check out our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/readplaygamepod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> too! Music used in this episode:Space Sauce by Bunker BusterMy Dark Side by Gal Lev CONTENT WARNINGS FOR KIDS ON BIKES:-Depictions/descriptions of alcohol/drug abuse-Depictions/descriptions of teenage violence and death-Depictions/descriptions of parental abuse/neglect-Depictions of homophobia-Descriptions of blood

Kids on Bikes: The Return - Play Part 4 (feat. Mfon Akpaete)

The murder investigation continues as the gang checks out a few familiar spots. Check the bottom of the description for content warnings for this series of episodes. NOTE: This is a continuation of our original Kids on Bikes story, so if you haven't listened yet or want to review what happened, you can go back and listen to the original arc here:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bCqKpNbrxwNeVhaX3kvRV?si=uyY47nWkR92BxOzeXV0lhA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/read-play-game/id1717845187?i=1000661620838" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple</a> <a href="https://shows.acast.com/read-play-game/episodes/kids-on-bikes-worldbuilding" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Acast</a> Want to try out the game yourself? You can find Kids on Bikes and games like it at <a href="https://www.huntersentertainment.com!/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.huntersentertainment.com!/</a> If you have a suggestion for an RPG we should try out, email us at readplaygamepod@gmail.com or leave a comment on our socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/readplaygame" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://linktr.ee/readplaygame</a>. For bonus content check out our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/c/readplaygamepod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> too! Music used in this episode:Following the Suspect by Jakub PietrasSpace Sauce by Bunker BusterNuns Island by SAINT-SAMUELMy Dark Side by Gal LevCharon by Yahezkel Raz CONTENT WARNINGS FOR KIDS ON BIKES:-Depictions/descriptions of alcohol/drug abuse-Depictions/descriptions of teenage violence and death-Depictions/descriptions of parental abuse/neglect-Depictions of homophobia-Descriptions of blood

Kids on Bikes: The Return - Play Part 3 (feat. Mfon Akpaete)

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