I recently tried a tabletop game in the library to teach elementary kids writing and storytelling, and it worked so well I'm hoping to make it a regular thing with a few more games. Would you be comfortable with your game being used in a library space to teach worldbuilding?
I've been remiss for years to not get on here and praise this game. I've had the privilege to sit and play nearly a dozen times, and each has been a unique pleasure. This is one of my go-to games when there's a free night and a group ready to stretch their imagination. Can't give a rating here, but it's a 5/5. Thank you!
Hello, I was told by this game was good by my friends, along with your other Game: world Ending Game. I'm currently in a state were I cannot afford this or WEG is there any chance for community copies??
Purchased from IPR but mistakenly only bought the physical copy (not physical + PDF).
Is it possible to get a PDF copy from you? I've had not so great luck with IPR response times so thought I would check. I can send you a copy of the receipt if needed.
I ended up buying it from here, needed to run it the next day.
I will say it was well worth it and I don't mind paying twice, you deserve it. This was my groups first experience in story gaming and we had so much fun.
Hello! I bought this (physical copy, US Shipping) as a Xmas gift but haven’t filled in the recipient information. I’d like to delay sending the emailed version until closer to Xmas—should I just put my own email address as the recipient and then forward that email when I want my friend to receive it?
Ooh, I actually don't know how itch handles gift distribution internally- I suspect you can add your friend's email closer to Christmas and it'll go out then, but if not you can reenter the email on this page to have them resend the download link; https://itch.io/docs/buying/already-bought
If anything goes wrong, I can always send you a new download key!
I heard of this game through Friends at the Table podcast, and was so intrigued. I just played my first session with two of my friends, and though we did not finish it, we had so much fun creating our unique world and the stories that inhabited it. The prompts were creative and thought provoking. Thank you for the marvellous experience!
just played this game for the first time and it was fantastic. There isn’t a lot I can say that hasn’t been said, but I can say this: The Ground Itself is perfect for anyone who really liked the premise of Microscope, but found it to be too open ended without any prompts or randomizers to get the ideas flowing. It’s also probably perfect for anyone who didn’t feel that way, honestly.
Our game started as a silly story about a grocery store in a town with ghosts, where food that goes bad turns into ghost food. We very quickly went down a rabbit hole of turning that silly grocery store into a pretty heartbreaking tale about the fear of death.
The Ground Itself is very easy to pick up and play, but its simplicity belies its power and versatility as a storytelling engine. All of its parts are finely-tuned to interact with one another to guide your table somewhere wondrous, dreadful, poignant, or surprising. If the premise appeals to you at all, I cannot recommend it enough.
Hi,I just finished a French traduction of the game. Would you agree to talk about a bit about it? I sent you an email but i'm not sure it reached it's destination :)
The places around us hold stories that are bigger than any one of us. The Ground Itself a grand, elegant way to tell those stories. A beautiful, artful game, enclosed in lovely presentation and thoughtful prose.
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I was wondering if there would be community copies in the future
Those with financial hardship may always contact me for a free copy of the PDF, no questions asked.
Thank you, I sent a gmail.
I recently tried a tabletop game in the library to teach elementary kids writing and storytelling, and it worked so well I'm hoping to make it a regular thing with a few more games. Would you be comfortable with your game being used in a library space to teach worldbuilding?
Oh, please, of course! That seems like a great use of the project.
I've been remiss for years to not get on here and praise this game. I've had the privilege to sit and play nearly a dozen times, and each has been a unique pleasure. This is one of my go-to games when there's a free night and a group ready to stretch their imagination. Can't give a rating here, but it's a 5/5. Thank you!
Hello, I was told by this game was good by my friends, along with your other Game: world Ending Game. I'm currently in a state were I cannot afford this or WEG is there any chance for community copies??
I don't do community copies through itch, but all you need to do is email me for a financial hardship key!
Haven't played yet, but do you plan on expanding optional rules for tarot cards to include pages and maybe major arcana for some special events
Hi! The game is well and truly finished and is not likely to get an expansion- that said, feel free to roll your own hack or house rules.
Heya!
Purchased from IPR but mistakenly only bought the physical copy (not physical + PDF).
Is it possible to get a PDF copy from you? I've had not so great luck with IPR response times so thought I would check. I can send you a copy of the receipt if needed.
Thanks!
Please email me and I'll get you sorted out. :)
thank you!
I ended up buying it from here, needed to run it the next day.
I will say it was well worth it and I don't mind paying twice, you deserve it. This was my groups first experience in story gaming and we had so much fun.
Can't wait to share it with others.
Hi! Do you have any more physical copies? This game is SUCH a good gift. <3
It's available at IPR: https://www.indiepressrevolution.com/xcart/The-Ground-Itself.html
And Deernicorn Distro!: https://heartofthedeernicorn.com/product/the-ground-itself/?v=7516fd43adaa
Thanks for playing my game. :)
Hello! I bought this (physical copy, US Shipping) as a Xmas gift but haven’t filled in the recipient information. I’d like to delay sending the emailed version until closer to Xmas—should I just put my own email address as the recipient and then forward that email when I want my friend to receive it?
Ooh, I actually don't know how itch handles gift distribution internally- I suspect you can add your friend's email closer to Christmas and it'll go out then, but if not you can reenter the email on this page to have them resend the download link; https://itch.io/docs/buying/already-bought
If anything goes wrong, I can always send you a new download key!
Hi! Do you plan to offer community copies of this game? Thanks!
Those with financial hardship can always email me for a free copy of the PDF!
I heard of this game through Friends at the Table podcast, and was so intrigued. I just played my first session with two of my friends, and though we did not finish it, we had so much fun creating our unique world and the stories that inhabited it. The prompts were creative and thought provoking. Thank you for the marvellous experience!
just played this game for the first time and it was fantastic. There isn’t a lot I can say that hasn’t been said, but I can say this: The Ground Itself is perfect for anyone who really liked the premise of Microscope, but found it to be too open ended without any prompts or randomizers to get the ideas flowing. It’s also probably perfect for anyone who didn’t feel that way, honestly.
Our game started as a silly story about a grocery store in a town with ghosts, where food that goes bad turns into ghost food. We very quickly went down a rabbit hole of turning that silly grocery store into a pretty heartbreaking tale about the fear of death.
The Ground Itself is very easy to pick up and play, but its simplicity belies its power and versatility as a storytelling engine. All of its parts are finely-tuned to interact with one another to guide your table somewhere wondrous, dreadful, poignant, or surprising. If the premise appeals to you at all, I cannot recommend it enough.
Hi,I just finished a French traduction of the game. Would you agree to talk about a bit about it? I sent you an email but i'm not sure it reached it's destination :)
All the best from France
The places around us hold stories that are bigger than any one of us. The Ground Itself a grand, elegant way to tell those stories. A beautiful, artful game, enclosed in lovely presentation and thoughtful prose.