KUALA LUMPUR, April 12 -- You've likely encountered the buzz around tabletop role-playing games (TTRPG), also commonly referred to as RPGs, as a hobby that has existed in Malaysia for decades.

From dynamic communities and bustling events to cafes like Here Be Dragon, where board game enthusiasts gather to have fun, TTRPGs are quickly gaining popularity in the local community.

But what exactly are TTRPGs, and why are they gaining so much traction? Malay Mail is here to break it all down, in addition to how players are leveraging the skills they gain through these games in their careers.

What are tabletop role-playing games and how do they work?

A tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) is a collaborative storytelling experience that goes be...