When did the first episode of Critical Role air?
The first episode of Critical Role aired on the 12th of March 2015. The show began streaming partway through the cast's first campaign which had started three years earlier in a private home game.
Common questions about Critical Role
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who is the Dungeon Master for the fourth campaign of Critical Role?
Brennan Lee Mulligan serves as the Game Master for the fourth campaign of Critical Role. This campaign premiered on the 2nd of October 2025 and is set in Mulligan's own setting.
What is the Mercer Effect in Critical Role?
The Mercer Effect is a phenomenon where amateur Dungeon Masters feel they will never live up to the standard set by Matthew Mercer. It describes the belief that all TTRPG players expect an experience with the same narrative and gameplay qualities as Critical Role.
When did the Legend of Vox Machina animated series premiere?
The Legend of Vox Machina animated series premiered on the 28th of January 2022 on Amazon Prime Video. The project was originally slated for release in late 2020 but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
How many episodes were in the first campaign of Critical Role?
Campaign one of Critical Role ended in October 2017 after 115 episodes. The campaign ran from the 12th of March 2015 to the 12th of October 2017.