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iXe: Solo Journal for a Digital TTRPG

A digital world where you Journal your Solo TTRPG. Inspired by Ironsworn · By Sparuh

I had fun playing this system, not gonna lie. There's improvement to be made but it is a great game.

A topic by inkgear created May 01, 2023 Views: 322
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The game's mechanics are so well thought out that I found myself completely immersed in the challenges and quests that I faced, constantly making meaningful decisions to shape the outcome of my story. The character creation process is simple and intuitive, but the choices you make have a significant impact on your character's development. Plus, the game's setting is a fascinating blend of genres, allowing you to explore everything from sci-fi worlds and cyberpunk landscapes to historical fiction settings.

 I've just played a solo session of iXe, and I had an absolute blast. Here's a detailed entry of my experience:

I started off by creating my avatar using the simple yet effective character creation process. I decided to make a hacker character who specialized in infiltration and sabotage. After selecting my character's traits and customizable assets, I was ready to dive into the game world.

I decided to start my adventure in a cyberpunk city setting, where I planned to infiltrate a high-security facility to steal some valuable data. The game mechanics were incredibly well thought out, with player agency feeling incredibly strong without sacrificing the possibility of failure. The Sparuh Solo System kept me engaged throughout the session, constantly adapting and making meaningful decisions to shape the outcome of my story.

The game world was so immersive that I felt like I was really there, exploring the city streets and dodging surveillance cameras as I made my way to the facility. Once inside, I had to use my hacking skills to bypass the security systems and locate the data I needed. The challenges and quests that I faced were thrilling, and I found myself constantly adapting and making meaningful decisions to shape the outcome of my story.

The customizable assets and trait cards really added depth and variety to the character building experience, making each choice feel significant and rewarding. I felt like I was really crafting a unique character with their own strengths and weaknesses.

One thing that really stood out to me was the game's presentation. The PDF and playkit were packed with helpful resources, including character sheets, mission sheets, trait cards, and more. The artwork and visual design were absolutely stunning, with vibrant colors, stunning illustrations, and an intuitive layout that made it a pleasure to read and navigate.

In conclusion, my solo session of iXe was a thrilling, immersive, and utterly captivating experience that I cannot recommend highly enough. The game mechanics, customizable assets, and immersive game world all worked together seamlessly to create a truly unique and engaging experience. If you're a fan of solo tabletop roleplaying games, iXe is definitely worth checking out. Trust me, you won't be disappointed.

Improvements:
- Simplify the game's mechanics a little, the clock style is a bit difficult to use. Maybe just change it to a bar instead?