MAGFest 2019: Psychological Tricks of the Dungeon Master

Many years ago I did a study about how Dungeon Masters in Dungeons & Dragons and other Tabletop Roleplaying Games use psychological tricks to to keep players engaged, keep them on the path of their adventure, and keep them motivated to come back for more. With tabletop gaming experiencing a resurgence, people are always looking for DMing advice and ways to make their table better. Let’s talk about how to be a better tabletop DM... with science!