Popular Reviews of The Adventure Zone

Any way you spin it, the McElroys will always be the best boys on the Internet. Their content is funny, emotional, and all around entertaining in every episode. Both balance and amnesty are amazing.

This was my first podcast ever, it rekindled my creative side, and made me get into podcasting. I love story telling, and this family knows how to tell a story. Whether its a reckless romp through Balance, trying to survive in Amnesty, or whatever is building up in Graduation right now, the goofs keep the episodes light and the narrative keeps you coming back again and again. Plus they have a ton of live shows in different settings and game systems that are always fun.

This is the first podcast I ever listened to. And it is near and dear to my heart. The first season (Balance) will take your breath away as they go from being silly and not taking the story seriously to investing themselves fully into it. To the point where it will bring you to tears. I love this family of podcasters, and I hope everyone listens to TAZ.

Just three good boys and their dad playing tabletop RPGs together. Lots of laughter and a few well earned tears are in store should you dare to enter...The Adventure Zone

The next best thing to having literally the best dnd crew of your own ever. Made up of your own siblings. Makes me happy when I'm missing hanging with my favorite friends and chosen family. Mayhem, magic, and mystery in approximately equal portions.

I don't really know where to start with this one. Before I listened to The Adventure Zone, I had no idea how D&D worked at all, so if you're on the fence about it, just give it a chance. You won't regret it with how hilarious the McElroys are. It took a little while to get off the ground, but it ended up becoming one of the most phenomenal things I've ever listened to.

Simply the best ever.

A fantastic actual play series. The first season, Balance, is some of the best actual play and comedy content I've heard, and the emotional moments hit hard. While later seasons have varied, overall consistently great stuff.

Simply an enjoyable and fun podcast - even if you're not a hardcore D&D fan. The McElroy brothers have an affinity for comedy and storytelling which really shines through in The Adventure Zone.

These bros are hilarious and go on some crazy adventures. They get creative and sometimes go off topic, but still make me pee my pants bro.

You guys, this is what did it. This got me into D&D. I'm so happy that these good good boys decided to share their game with us. It's hilarious and heartfelt.

Phenomenal storytelling and great lols. A king amongst podcasts.

An unexpected delight that has introduced me to D&D

So far I've only listened to TAZ Balance, but I REALLY enjoyed it! I can't wait to catch up on their other campaigns. Also, I've seen TAZ live shows (before pandemic times) and they were some of the best live-shows ever. The humor in TAZ is great, the story-telling is on point, and the great chemistry between the players all being family is so delightful to listen to

I came into this podcast a little late, right around the experimental arcs. I listened to Dust (I think) and was impressed. I promptly binged all of Ballance in less time than I care to admit. I have been a huge fan ever since!

Best role playing game podcast out there hands down

I binged the majority of the episodes in about a month and a half! Totally recommend!!

I would have given the first season 5 stars. I think the second full season was a success, although I wasn't able to follow all of it and got a bit lost in the characters and drama.The Graduation season is very different: much more character focused, with some interpersonal drama, but very little high-stakes action. That might speak to Travis' theatre background, and to the show's well-deserved reputation for having heart, but I think this season could benefit from more jeopardy, and perhaps more focus on the players.

Amazing McElroy fun!

The best DnD podcast, no competition!