On this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we go off-road and into the post-apocalyptic chaos of Wasteland Degenerates, a gritty indie tabletop RPG powered by storytelling, scavenging, and 1/64 scale diecast cars. Weโre joined by Scott C. McDonald, the creator of this Mad Max-inspired game thatโs taking the RPG world by stormโand smashing goals on Kickstarter.
We dig into game design, the wild lore of the Wasteland, and how diecast cars play a central role in the action. Scott walks us through the game's development journey, the alien menace known as the Toth, and how his love of storytelling turned into a fast-growing community of players and creators.
๐ Check out the game here: https://wastelanddegenerates.com/
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๐ฅ In this episode, we cover:
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What makes Wasteland Degenerates stand out in the TTRPG world
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Using 1/64 scale diecast cars as in-game tools and storytelling props
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Alien threats, food shortages, and the fall of civilization
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Scottโs creative journey from concept to crowdfunding
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The importance of inclusive, narrative-first RPGs
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Behind-the-scenes of production, game mechanics, and fan engagement
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Why Kickstarter and community support matter for indie creators
Whether youโre deep into tabletop games, a diecast collector, or just love a good story set in a scorched wasteland, youโll get a kick out of this one.
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