Alice is Missing: Hangout Review and Reflections

Alice Is Missing Review (No Spoilers) | Texting-Only RPG Impressions Azu and Dave discuss their recent first play of the texting-based RPG Alice Is Missing, sharing initial no-spoiler impressions and why it felt different from typical RPGs while living up to its box description. We highlight enjoying roleplaying through group texts, the 90-minute real-time pacing with timed card prompts, and the Spotify playlist for mood, and note surprises like the game having a clear conclusion rather than being completely open-ended or one-and-done. We talk about setup and facilitation, praising replayability from ambiguous character prompts while wishing for a better character sheet and more structure, and mention accessibility tips like using a Bluetooth keyboard for faster texting. They also emphasize safety tools, emotional intensity, and end-of-game debriefing, discuss player count preferences, and share plans to run the game in North Bay and potentially at Gods of the North in late September.