The article explores the challenges new viewers face when diving into long-running actual play shows like Critical Role or Dimension 20. The significant time commitment and the intimidating amount of existing lore can deter potential fans. Despite having a passion for tabletop RPGs, the author highlights their struggles starting Dimension 20 due to its format and the sheer length of its episodes. However, the anthology format of Dimension 20, which allows viewers to enjoy self-contained seasons based on genre, ultimately makes it accessible and inviting for newcomers.
"Even if you have that kind of time to invest in entertainment, it can still be intimidating to pick up a show that already has multiple wikis full of lore, and a huge fandom that has absorbed it all."
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