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“I’m afraid I have to rewrite my review after listening to multiple episodes, specifically of the Masks run.
While the Keeper is very descriptive and teases at creating a truly horror-tinged investigative RP experience, this series has officially jumped the shark.
The Maeve O’Shae character...”Read full review »
BeeDotSix via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/03/23
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“Good actual play podcasts are hard to find, and this one is a delight. Audio quality is rough for the prologue season but don’t worry they improve for season one. The group that plays gels really well and the Keeper knows how to keep things on track without making things railroaded, (he also...”Read full review »
Mercutio's Jade via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/17/23
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“If you enjoy live-play podcasts, start listening to The Old Ways now. The casts are excellent, there is a ton of content and the production is top notch. Whether you want unique takes on classics like “Masks of N” and “Horror on the Orient Express” or explore newer environments like Regency...”Read full review »
600poundsofrhino via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/23
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“There’s only just the slightest bit too much ASMR, but that’s a matter of personal preference. Otherwise, perfect.”
yellowrollsroyce via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/05/22
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“This is the best edited live play I’ve listened to. All the stories are gripping and intriguing, and the GMs range from great to spectacular. The episodes are arranged chronologically as released, so the different stories and game systems are mixed together, but the episodes are concise and easy...”Read full review »
mjoeck via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/22
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“Orient, Masks, etc. They’re all jumbled together. Needs better labeling. Makes it almost impossible to go in sequence via the app. If you can get the episodes straight, it appears quite good. No easy way to contact the creators.”
Mithalwulf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/22
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“Great stories. Great characters. Great production. Who does not love a little Cthulhu before bedtime.”
PAK56 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/22
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“The core of this podcast is Call of Cthulhu horror role playing, currently in the Masks of Nyarlathotep and Horror on the Orient Express campaigns. Listeners can also take in a variety of “side quest” games in other genres. As if that isn’t enough, a Vampire the Masquerade campaign just began! ...”Read full review »
ecarlson2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/22
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“My own Keeper told me about the Orient Express campaign a few months ago and I went through it in no time, the show was in my ears for hikes and runs (which may not be the best idea for someone who exercises before the sun comes up). I then started the Masks campaign, and after the rough start...”Read full review »
IvoryTigerTC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/22
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“For me this is the very best storytelling RPG podcast set in the world of Lovecraft’s mythos. The keeper Michael Diamond has assembled an awesome cast of player/actors and you quickly become invested in their characters who week in week out offer joyful, thoughtful, and at times quite moving...”Read full review »
Robin of Loxley via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/17/21
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“I would like to like the show, as content is interesting, but there are too many issues in it to be a good.
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Audio issues present in early episodes were fixed fairly fast
Most of the characters are interesting.
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- Sexism: inside the group there are different standards for female...”Read full review »
Nicknameless123 via Apple Podcasts ·
Finland ·
11/17/21
“The Old Ways is the ultimate in long form RPG storytelling: never rushed, never railroaded, full of character development and rich interactions both between investigators and with NPCs, backstories emerge slowly over literally hundreds of episodes in some cases, rich and evocative descriptions...”Read full review »
Cuandoz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/21
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“Excellent game these dudes are playing! I am a D&D guy who was CoC curious…So I picked this one and it doesn’t disappoint. It is like Downton Abbey in the middle of R’lyeh and you gotta ride the psycho train to get there!”
Uncle Fudge's Blackbird via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/21
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“I remember as a kid hearing old radio broadcasts with wonderful voice actors, and this group (both crews) reminded me of that, but better.
It is well prepared and thought through, comical at times, heart felt at other, and always so live. These people play in the moment like true professional...”Read full review »
Emilia Aerowant via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/21
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“I’m very picky about the podcasts I like and continue to listen to. This podcast is top notch with a very talented cast and GM. This is true collaborative storytelling and a joy to follow. Both storylines are fantastic and worth listening to. This has quickly become one of my absolute favorite...”Read full review »
Unplayable update via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/21
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“Sleet's review:
The Old Ways podcast is a fantastic RPG online (normally @table) group using Call of Cthulhu 7e rules.
The Keeper Michael and team of investigators immerse the listener in a bygone time of the 1920s. One of my favourite scenarios - Masks of Nyarlathotep and now Horror on the...”Read full review »
Sleet69 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/29/21
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“Have always been a big H. P. Lovecraft fan as well as a keen Call of Cthulhu player many years ago! Due to location opportunities to play are limited so it was great to find this podcast that not only is excellently produced, it is brilliantly executed too. Really takes me back into the thick of...”Read full review »
MorphicFields via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/11/21
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“The keeper and cast of this game and podcast are wonderful. They capture the radio drama element of the audio medium and work diligently to develop depth in each character. The keeper’s tone and mood set each scene very well and his cadence and creative descriptions bring audio horror to life...”Read full review »
Matt Shoulders via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/21
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“If anyone else is running a campaign at this level as a podcast I'd love to know about it. The GM Micheal Diamond is doing an amazing job bringing masks to a slow but rolling boil.”Read full review »
kat0529 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/20
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“Hopefully my game goes as well as this one!”
Peter Isaacs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/20
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“While it is slow , and they tell you that, the players are more like actors and are simply amazing making you believe they are there characters. Totally worth listening too.”
Quantem fear via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/17/20
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“I’m not typically an Itunes user, but I’m going to do something I typically wouldn’t do. I’ve downloaded Itunes specifically so that I can leave this review. That alone should tell you something. But regardless of how you found this review, do yourself a favor, and listen to this podcast. If...”Read full review »
Antigonos_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/15/20
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“This is a phenomenally well done series. To simply call it an actual play is like describing the Sistine Chapel as a church. The production values border on audio theater and both the Keeper and Investigators completely buy in to the premise and sell the narrative without excessive scenery...”Read full review »
Wil Logsdon- NBaN via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/20
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“I really like the cast, my one pet peeve is Keeper Michael tells characters what they’re thinking and feeling and it seems like the players don’t have as much control over their own characters. Besides that it’s a great cast and Mike is an awesome storyteller. Totally recommend.”
dheiwk? via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/01/20
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“Im an actual play snob. If I listen to a horror game, I want tension, I want drama, and I want personality. It's hard to sit down to the Mythos and immediately be bombarded with 2 hours of jokes.
I want to listen to a moody game with engaged players. The Old Ways game is a lesson on what to...”Read full review »
Marcus MV via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/20
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“I’m pretty new to the tabletop RPG scene, only having played DnD for a short while before picking up Call of Cthulhu. I can say that without a doubt this podcast has boosted my GM skills, and has made my games more immersive. The cast is full of great personalities, and their commitment to...”Read full review »
Devout Tim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/20
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“Immersive, atmospheric and slow-burning, The Old Ways Podcast doesn't just evoke the theatrical feel of an old time radio show, but actually transports the listener to the setting. The luring narration, the thoroughly constructed characterizations and the masterfully conducted narrative rythm...”Read full review »
AlonsoAguilurk via Apple Podcasts ·
Costa Rica ·
06/15/20
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“I am a big fan of Actual Play Podcasts, and this one done very well. The Keeper Michael always seems to cater to his cast of Investigators, who remain in character often and take the game seriously, which is great for a mysterious, dark game like Call of Cthulhu. I am looking forward to see what...”Read full review »
XanoxTheArc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/20
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“This is what ttrpgs are all about. Such a good show, a smooth voiced genius in Keeper Mike Diamond and great cast of players. Professional, good fun and most importantly reverent to the audience - a rarity in Actual Play!”
No More Than A Word via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/01/20
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“This is a wonderful series for classic Call of Cthulhu and everyone involved is doing great work. The audio quality has improved over time and this is in my regular rotation of actual plays. I love listening to other shows with special attention on how the Keeper runs things. Michael is much...”Read full review »
Deebo12 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/20
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“An amazing podcast with an incredible cast. They are a fun and talented cast and Keeper Michael does an amazing job. Keep it up and I can't wait to hear more!”Read full review »
Thelostlibrary via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/20
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“As a keeper, it’s incredibly useful to hear their stories. You can feel the efforts to make this a well produced story. Everyone stays remarkably in character, and the occasional music is a nice touch.”
Telegramsam70 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/20
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“So far great show but ep4 at around 54 min someone is chewing crisps in my ear!”
Malcarn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/19
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