Jester David
Hero
5 is perfect. I can handle 6-7. 8 is too many but possible given 1-2 will be absent.
D&D 5E Maximum Manageable Number of Players
One interesting thing to note is that the number of votes for 4 players is actually very small. 3rd Edition set the standard for the game to 4 players, and I always thought that must be the case.
I voted for 10 or more. I believe the game is certainly practical with that many players, provided you have enough space and the room isn't too loud. I normally would prefer a large group, certainly as a DM but also as a player. 6 or more players is generally what I'd say is ideal.
I voted for 10 or more. I believe the game is certainly practical with that many players, provided you have enough space and the room isn't too loud. I normally would prefer a large group, certainly as a DM but also as a player. 6 or more players is generally what I'd say is ideal.
aramis erak
Legend
My experiences with 5E are that 7p is about as many as I'd care for, tho' adding a harlequin or two might up that to 12p.
In any game, I've found that the style of play has to change between 6 and 9 players (and I've run games with up to 13p).
In any game, I've found that the style of play has to change between 6 and 9 players (and I've run games with up to 13p).
practicalm
Explorer
I've been fortunate enough to run a gaming group at my church and we have about 12 players and the number of players that show up any given session can be from 2 to 12. Makes planning harder but the group is a bunch of first time players as well as a few veterans. Players have come in and out as their time allows. I would like to divide the group up but there is not anyone who wants to take on GM duties.
I just wish I had more time to play myself.
I just wish I had more time to play myself.
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