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It started with friends at home. Now Dungeons & Dragons is in its stadium era.

It started with friends at home. Now Dungeons & Dragons is in its stadium era.

Summary

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), a game that started in the 1970s as a small-group activity, has grown into a popular spectator event. Shows featuring live D&D games, known as "actual play," attract large audiences online and in venues like Madison Square Garden.

Key Facts

  • Dungeons & Dragons began in the 1970s as a game played at home in small groups.
  • Recently, D&D has become popular for people to watch, not just play.
  • "Actual play" is when comedians and actors perform D&D games for audiences.
  • These performances have sold out large venues like Madison Square Garden.
  • The game is turning 50 years old this year.
  • Some people were once suspicious of D&D due to past concerns about its influence on children.
  • D&D gameplay involves players going on quests, narrating stories, and rolling dice to determine outcomes.
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