So why Play-by-Post?
In this modern era, why still use play by post format for role play?
There are several great reasons to choose this format. Whether it be convenient, cost-effective, or just preference, each person find their own reasons. Here are a few common points that players consider
- Cost-effective
- Play-by-post is typically free for users.
- Most sites are sponsored by ad banners to support operation expenses.
- Limited sharing of personal data – playbypost sites typically have less agreements on what data they collect and sell to third parties.
- Playbyweb has traditionally been hosted through donations to keep each page free of add content.
- Convenience
- Play on the go.
- Scheduling conflicts are minimal as each player forms their own interactions throughout the day.
- Hardware requirements
- Device and browser agnostic – no special software and limited browser compatibility issues.
- Low bandwidth – high speed internet not required. Slow internet speeds don’t render your experience problematic or laggy.
- Personal needs
- For some, in person events can be socially taxing or worse, anxiety inducing.
- The anonymity helps provide a safe space to explore a character’s development.
- Social distancing made popular during the last pandemic gave playbypost a safe way to still play.
- Skill development
- Improves on writing skills, literacy, word count, and other aspects.
- Creative opportunities for those seeking to become novelists.
- Expand your imagination and share it with others.
- Relive the moments
- With play-by-post, you can go back and relive the adventures just like you are reading the story over again.
- Session recaps are but a paragraph away.
There is no limit to what you can come up with when you’re given a pen and some parchment. Add a good group to play along with and you can create some truly amazing adventures. So if a play-by-post format sounds good to you, the only question left is what adventure will take you there. Epic tales are just a click away.
Happy storytelling!