What is Role-Playing (RPG)?
"A roleplaying game (RPG) is a type
of game in which players assume the roles of characters and
collaboratively create stories. Gameplay progresses according to a
predetermined system of rules and guidelines, within which players may
improvise freely. Players' choices shape the direction and outcome of
roleplaying games."
-- Wikipedia
Definition: Roleplaying --
What is Live-Action Role-Playing (LARPing)?
"A live action role-playing game (LARP or LRP) is a
form of role-playing game where the participants perform some or all of
the physical actions of the characters they are playing within a
pre-determined space for a pre-determined span of time. LARP may be
considered a form of improvisational theater."
-- Wikipedia Definition: Live-Action Roleplaying --
What is a Freeform?
"Freeform role-playing games, also called freeforms,
are a type of role-playing game which employ minimal or no rules;
occupying a middle-ground between traditional role-playing games and
improvisational theatre."
-- Wikipedia Definition: Freeform --