Lol I’ve never played anything other than 5e. What’d they do different in AD&D and 2e?

@TrisA wow, that's a much larger question than you realize. I guess the easy answer is pretty much everything.

@Kafir true I’ve looked at older editions and seen a lot of different systems and rules in place that I don’t understand. Thaco being one of them lol. 3.5 is the earliest edition I’ve played....so many rules

I have to say though I’m happy to find fellow D&D enthusiasts among atheism lol. I’ve noticed in my own campaign I DM I’ve reflected my own beliefs on the “gods” and made them very powerful mortal beings. They can be killed but it’s just very hard.

Of course that’s not what I believe but I put it in as a story mechanic so there’s an explanation to why things are the way they are.

Not really, it’s made a comeback and came back into popularity.

@TrisA I still associate the game with E.T.

There are three gaming stores within easy driving distance of my home , each sponsoring multiple D&D games throughout the week .

@Cast1es Yeah, I know it's still popular with some. I was referring to my own attitude. I don't do board or online gaming of any kind, but my kids used to.