Which would you prefer, an RPG which has a powerful expert game engine, or an RPG which is easier to learn and less detail oriented?

[SeekerOfTruth007]

I am working on "Hero Maker Simplified" which is similar to an idea I had some months ago. You play as one of four basic classes: Fighter, Thief, Cleric, or Mage.

In this game, you don't gain XP nor learn new spells. You mostly collect potions or very, very slightly better equipment.

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I added a Paladin and Ranger class. Last night, I had a weird dream that a party of heroes kept dying on the final boss, but on the 5th try playing that mission, they eventually figured out how to beat him. I guess that's about right. Final Bosses shouldn't be beaten on the first try anyway.

[RedThread]

I like RPGs with a blend of both. I like when it's easier to learn for normies but there's detailed systems in place and difficulty settings for those who want a real challenging experience.

[SeekerOfTruth007]

My ultimate goal is to build an "Advanced" RPG similar to AD&D, with a few key differences:
Characters have MP instead of memorizing limited spell slots.
Clerics will be nerfed on the whole.
There are 4 attributes for easier learning and stat management.
Weapons and mechanics are about the same.
Combat is based on skills rather than attributes.

[Anonymous]

I’d prefer the second choice, but what is the objective of the game?

[SeekerOfTruth007]

Roleplay, kill bad guys, and stuff either way. Ironically, the simplified game allows more role play, because you don't spend as much time calculating character XP and levels and stuff. You just dive right in and play the game.

[SeekerOfTruth007]

The rules of the "simplified" version are about one page long, although there are about 8 total pages of hero and spell definitions and monster definitions.

See my MyTake.

[Opinion Owner]

Interesting. Not sure it’ll ever catch on with D&D so popular, but other games have. Good luck.