Storyteller | RPG Critic | Creator

Welcome to my corner of Itch.io! I’m Jay, a writer, reviewer, and game designer passionate about the art of storytelling through tabletop role-playing games. If you’ve stumbled across my blog, Life and Times of a Philippine Gamer, you probably know me as the guy who loves diving deep into RPGs through my long-form "Let’s Study" reviews.

Why I Write "Let’s Study"

For me, RPGs are more than games—they’re storytelling engines, world-building tools, and collaborative experiences that bring people together. That’s why I created "Let’s Study": to really get to the heart of what makes each RPG tick. These reviews are my way of exploring every facet of a game, from its mechanics to its themes and how it empowers players and GMs to tell incredible stories.

Each review is a journey. I don’t just skim through a rulebook—I get into the nitty-gritty details, unpack its systems, and think about how it plays at the table. Whether it’s a classic RPG or an indie treasure, my goal is to help you see the possibilities these games offer and how they can inspire your next great adventure.

The Joy of Creating

While reviewing games is a huge part of what I do, I also love crafting my own RPG content. I’ve been fortunate to contribute to several RPG projects, bringing my storytelling and mechanical chops to the table. Designing games or writing supplements is like building a playground for the imagination, and there’s nothing more satisfying than seeing players and GMs bring those ideas to life.