How to Find a Game Master on StartPlaying
The Find Game Masters page lets you browse 1,000+ professional Game Masters, filter by what matters to you, and book a session.
Using the Filters
I want to play…: Filter by game system (D&D 5e, Pathfinder, Call of Cthulhu, and more).
Price per session: Set a per-player budget. Most sessions fall between $15–$30.
Timezone / Language: Find GMs whose scheduling and language match yours.
Highly rated for: Surface GMs past players praised for specific things, like being great with new players or running roleplay-heavy games.
Tools they use: Filter by virtual tabletop (Roll20, Foundry, etc.) or video platform.
Identity: Find GMs who center or share specific identities and communities.
Available Now: Shows GMs who are online and ready to chat with you
Common Questions
Do I need a group? No. Most adventures are open to individual players. You'll be seated with others the GM is assembling.
What is Instant Book? Your spot is confirmed automatically — no GM approval needed. Adventures without it require the GM to accept your request first.
Can I browse without an account? Yes. You need an account and payment method only when you're ready to book.
I can't find a game in my timezone or language. Try adjusting the Timezone and Language filters. You can also look for Play by Post adventures, which run asynchronously and don't require a set meeting time.
I've never played a TTRPG before. Where do I start? Filter by "Highly rated for: Teacher" to find GMs past players have called out as great for beginners. Many GMs teach the rules as part of the session.

