When making an RPG, there is a lot to consider. So far, we have just modeled our player using some standard statistics, but this could be done for any type of game. The thing that sets RPGs apart is their sheer depth and interaction with the living world.
If you are building an RPG (or a game with RPG elements), you need to get some research under your belt and construct your world, the places you can visit (and why), and the characters you will be talking to or fighting with. Some games even go so far as to construct an elaborate backstory that has nothing to do with the actual game.
RPGs have a rich history as they have been around for a long time, and there is a wealth of information, examples, and resources to help you make a great game. One site that provides this is called DriveThruRPG (http://rpg.drivethrustuff.com/index.php), which even today has an ever-growing catalog of playbooks, magazines, and materials. As this site is constantly expanding, you have a perpetual...