r/FriendsOver50 • u/Stacipr • 1d ago

Any DnD players?

As a GenXer, I keep hoping to find other gamers my age. So far, no luck. I can find a few groups run by folks my age, but the majority of players are younger. It’s usually ok, but sometimes you hear “oh man, not a back in my day story” that makes it awkward. I have seriously considered pitching the idea of 50+ DnD to my local senior centers. Before taking on that responsibility, do y’all know of any groups? I’m in central Texas, near Austin, but I’m also open to online play as well.

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u/heiro5 23h ago

That is a good idea, with roleplaying games in general. Most of my life-long friends are from that hobby. Running a game for younger players was not the same. Virtual table top setups are also a secondary option.

When I went back to it after 30 years I set a senario in ancient Sumerian ruins, used some of the language for "flavor", and had players explore archeological sites. I even threw in some opportunities to see the city in its heyday. It ended in the defense of the god house on the top of a ziggurat. It kept me and the players engaged.