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Open Story Games
@openstorygames.bsky.social
Writing storytelling games for kids and their grownups!

Start your story at https://open-story-games.itch.io/

Find me elsewhere: https://open-story-games.itch.io/
Also spotted these amazing games by fabulous creators!

Seeing them in print was so exciting, and I loved chatting with other folks who were discovering these projects for the first time.
August 5, 2024 at 12:35 AM
Swung back by the IPR booth and found so many great games!

But I couldn’t leave without picking up this gem by @ttrpgkids.com. I’ve been wanting a copy, and it was the perfect final purchase for my Gen Con weekend!
August 4, 2024 at 5:29 PM
Just went by the IPR booth at Gen Con and saw this great game by @ttrpgkids.com!

Going back tomorrow to look for games by other creators I know and love!
August 1, 2024 at 10:13 PM
School's out—or will be soon! What adventures will you have this summer?

Young gamers who aren't quite ready for D&D and other complex TTRPGs will love By the Book!

This rules-lite, collaborative TTRPG is perfect for family game night. Start your story at open-story-games.itch.io/by-the-book
June 12, 2024 at 5:55 PM
LAST CHANCE!

Get a discounted bundle of kid-friendly TTRPGs to celebrate one year of Open Story Games. Your new game night favorite is waiting!

Start your story at itch.io/s/122771/osg...
May 31, 2024 at 3:07 PM
Faultless Friday!

How’s your week been?

I’ve had my ups and downs this week, and I’m grateful to all the friends who embrace the imperfection alongside me.

Give yourself a break from the grind with Faultless, a solo game for recovering perfectionists!

open-story-games.itch.io/faultless
May 24, 2024 at 6:40 PM
Nearly every morning, I step over little mushrooms that have popped up outside and think of this game.

Still one of my favorite projects, Mini Mushroom Hideout is the cottagecore coloring game you didn't know you needed. And it's PWYW!

Start your story at open-story-games.itch.io/mini-mushroo...
May 21, 2024 at 1:04 PM
Roleplaying games for the whole family!

Summer is coming, and it's a great season to try new adventures!

Whether you're heading to the beach or staying home, TTRPGs are an easy way to get creative together.

Find your favorite at open-story-games.itch.io
May 20, 2024 at 1:17 PM
What's your game night favorite? Monopoly? Scattergories? Go Fish?

Try something new this weekend with a storytelling game or TTRPG!
May 17, 2024 at 4:13 PM
How's the chaos level in your life?

Turn that stress into mischief with an all-ages journaling game!

Whether you're helping your kid work through some big emotions or your inner child could use a chance to play, the Gremlins are waiting!

Come play at open-story-games.itch.io/lil-gremlins
May 16, 2024 at 4:52 PM
Things piling up? Deadlines looming? Pressure pounding?

Give yourself a break with Faultless, the game where failure isn't just an option—it's expected!

Embrace the imperfection at open-story-games.itch.io/faultless
May 15, 2024 at 6:28 PM
Rainy days have little mushrooms popping up everywhere.

Forage and color as you imagine your own mushroom-themed hideout in this FREE coloring TTRPG!

Start your story at open-story-games.itch.io/mini-mushroo...
May 14, 2024 at 5:59 PM
Celebrate 1 year of Open Story Games!

Pick your favorite, or get 7 great games for just $20!

Tried a game and loved it? Consider leaving a 5-star review so other players know how much you enjoyed it.

Start your story at itch.io/s/122771/osg...
May 14, 2024 at 1:52 PM
Want to encourage littles in your life to love books? Reading skills come with practice, but before kids are ready to read, they love stories.

Bridge the transition to literacy with this FREE version of The Library Game, designed especially for pre-readers!

open-story-games.itch.io/the-library-...
May 9, 2024 at 1:52 PM
This month, we're celebrating one year of Open Story Games!

What's your favorite game? What would you like to see in the coming year?

Treat yourself with 50% off several games—or pick up the bundle for $20!

Start your story at itch.io/s/122771/osg...
May 8, 2024 at 2:36 PM
Sharpen your spy skills with Encode!

This secret message game lets each player create a unique cipher. Then race to see who can decode someone else’s message the fastest.

Can you decrypt all the messages in time to save the world?

Find out at open-story-games.itch.io/encode
May 7, 2024 at 9:06 PM
How's your Monday? Less than perfect?

Give yourself a break with Faultless, a solo game for recovering perfectionists!

Embrace the imperfection at open-story-games.itch.io/faultless
May 6, 2024 at 8:55 PM
Rainy weather got kiddos climbing the walls?

Make mischief imaginary with Lil Gremlins!

Kids love calling the shots, and you might learn a few things about the mischief in your own home.

Start your story at open-story-games.itch.io/lil-gremlins
May 4, 2024 at 11:36 AM
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up, and my kid-friendly roleplaying games are on sale! This includes games with educational benefits!

Check out The Library Game, Lil Gremlins, or Whither & Whence as a unique gift for your favorite educator!

Find these games and more at open-story-games.itch.io
May 2, 2024 at 1:33 PM
Open Story Games is 1 year old today! Last year, I released my very first game, Whither & Whence, and it's been a wild ride ever since.

To celebrate, 7 of my games are 50% off! Get the whole bundle for $20, or pick your favorite at a great discount!

Find your story at itch.io/s/122771/osg...
May 1, 2024 at 2:03 PM
Need a breather during your lunch break?

Try Mini Mushroom Hideout, a cottagecore coloring game designed to remind you of carefree childhood days!

Start your story at open-story-games.itch.io/mini-mushroo...
April 30, 2024 at 4:47 PM
Is the chaos of life getting to you?

Take a break with Lil Gremlins, a pet monster journaling game for all ages!

Adopt your Gremlin at open-story-games.itch.io/lil-gremlins
April 30, 2024 at 1:55 PM
Too rainy to play outside? Go on an adventure with Wither & Whence!

Start your story at open-story-games.itch.io/whither-whence
April 27, 2024 at 4:44 PM
Need some alone time this weekend?

Set your kids up with Lil Gremlins, and pick up Dolorine or Faultless for yourself! Solo play for all ages!

Start your story at open-story-games.itch.io
April 26, 2024 at 6:31 PM
What’s your weekend TTRPG plan?

I’ll be subjecting a party to this dungeon (details need to be added still), as they stumble across plot in this side quest they undertook because it was more fun than the diplomatic negotiations they had initially undertaken.

Should be a good time!
April 26, 2024 at 4:21 PM