Tim Cain's 9 Quest Types Explained: Build Better RPGs (and Better Characters)
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Tim Cain's 9 Quest Types Explained: Build Better RPGs (and Better Characters)

ttopgames
2026-02-04
11 min read
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Master Tim Cain's nine RPG quest archetypes with modern examples, design tradeoffs, and player tips to choose quests that fit your playstyle.

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