Tabletop Game Talk
By: Tabletop Game Talk
Language: en-US
Categories: Leisure, Games, Hobbies
Chris, Kitty and Fletcher talk tabletop gaming topics of all sorts. Each week we will focus on a tabletop topic from each of our own perspectives. Join us and then let us know if you agree or disagree with our ideas by emailing us at feedback@tabletopgametalkl.com.
Episodes
TGT 350: Thank You
Aug 22, 2023
We’ve come to the end of Season 1 of TGT. Will it be renewed for a new season? Nobody knows right now, it’s the ultimate cliff hanger! In the mean time though we hang out with you one last time for nearly 2 hours. Thank you all for everything – you really are the reason we’ve made it 7 years.
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Duration: 01:41:12TGT 349: Our Evergreen Games
Aug 15, 2023
This week we made lists. Primarily of the games that we don’t think will ever leave our collections. We made some related lists as well. Then we came to a realization at the end…that may just change everything. Or at the very least free up some space.
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Duration: 01:17:45TGT 348: How Things Have Changed
Aug 08, 2023
This week we, kind of, talk about how things have changed. Or maybe we just recap the last 8 years of games. One of those things is true or maybe a little of both…?
Oh and if you want the card storage Chris found, that’s here https://www.bcwsupplies.com/collectible-card-bin-3200-gray
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Duration: 01:15:29TGT 347: Crafting for Games
Aug 01, 2023
This week we talk about what happens when crafting meets gaming. What are some cheap ways to craft your way into a blinged out game? Or just to make a game more playable? Well, that’s what we talk about. We also talk about CD burners in the post credits, go figure…
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Duration: 01:11:49TGT 346: …
Jul 25, 2023
This week we talk about a … a topic. What topic? You’ll just have to wait to find out. But don’t wait, press play now – unless you want to wait, because you like the anticipation of learning what the topic is. But really, don’t wait!
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Fletcher...
Duration: 01:07:27TGT 345: Savage Worlds
Jul 18, 2023
This week we talk about a role playing system Kitty and Chris have played in the past and may now be making a comeback. At least a comeback onto the groups virtual table top…
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Duration: 01:03:55TGT 344: Milestones
Jul 11, 2023
This week Kitty is back and we reminisce as we go through our life milestones that have happened since we started the podcast. We also announce a new milestone near the end (around the 1 hour mark).
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Duration: 01:13:33TGT 343: Vampires
Jul 04, 2023
This week Chris and Fletcher talk about vampires. Well, they barely scratch the surface about vampires anyway. Why? Because Chris recently bought a vampire game and it made him think about how many games there are based on vampires. So it seemed worth chatting about at least.
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Duration: 00:46:06TGT 342: The Witcher
Jun 27, 2023
This week Chris and Fletcher talk talk the Witcher. From the books to the board game, they cover it all. At least as much as you can cover in 30ish minutes. Oh, and there’s a baby update!
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TGT 341: Avatar the Last Airbender
Jun 20, 2023
This week Chris and Fletcher talk talk about the Avatar the Last Airbender RPG… sort of near the end, mostly they just talk about the show, movie, and upcoming series.
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Duration: 00:44:37TGT 340: Diablo IV, it’s not a board game
Jun 13, 2023This week Chris and Fletcher step away from board games and step in to the dark world of Diablo IV. Is it good? If so for who? Why are we reviewing a video game? It's been over 10 years since Diablo III was released, was IV worth the wait? Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patr...
Duration: 00:47:30TGT 339: Battletech, it is a board game
Jun 06, 2023This week Chris and Fletcher talk about Battletech, or rather Chris talks at Fletcher about Battletech. Is it really just a board game? Or is it so much more? Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 00:51:45TGT 338: Saving Money
May 23, 2023This week Chris and Fletcher talk about saving money in the hobby. If you're cult of the new, you probably spend too much money. How can a different perspective decrease that amount. There are also a lot of tangents. Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 00:44:14TGT 337: Taking Notes
May 16, 2023This week we talk about taking notes in games. We start out with note taking in RPGs, but then move into board and card games. And memory games. And a LOT of tangents. This episode was fun! Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 01:02:55TGT 336: Working From Home
May 09, 2023Fletcher and Chris talk about working... at home. There are many pros to working remotely but there are also cons. How can gaming help remove some of those cons? Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 00:44:21TGT 335: Hosting Game Nights
May 02, 2023This week, Chris takes the week off for no good reason that we know of. While he's away, Kitty and Fletcher talk about hosting a game night. Step one is easy, invite some people over. Step two can get tricky depending on how many people you invite in step one. Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us...
Duration: 00:31:29TGT 334: Game Movies
Apr 25, 2023This week, we talk about the Mario and the D&D movie. Then we talk about other gaming movies and ask the question why are there so few movies based on boardgames? Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 01:05:07TGT 333: Side Chat on Radio Voices
Apr 18, 2023This week, Chris and Fletcher talk about making sounds with their mouths. And recording or broadcasting those sounds. This is one of our first side chats for the summer, enjoy! Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 00:39:19TGT 332: Taking Breaks
Apr 11, 2023This week Chris and Kitty talk about some changes to the podcast. And no, it's not getting rid of Fletcher (he wasn't able to record with this one). We're also not going away. Just listen... Join our discord where you can play games and listen to us record: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 00:35:50TGT 331: Being Creative
Apr 04, 2023This week ChatGPT doesn't get to write the blurb...but he (yeah, we decided it was a he) does make a few appearances during the episode. We also take about 3D Printing and Painting. But mostly we talk more about AI and how it can help us be creative. Join our discord: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com...
Duration: 01:07:47TGT 330: AI
Mar 28, 2023In this week's episode of the podcast, Chris takes on the challenge of convincing the group that AI is a positive force in our lives and won't lead to a catastrophic takeover of the world. Join us as we explore this thought-provoking topic and see if Chris can successfully make his case. While the outcome may be uncertain, we can rest assured that our AI overlords will be watching and may even give Chris some recognition for his valiant effort. Don't miss this intriguing discussion on the intersection of AI and gaming. (The above was written by chat GPT, how's...
Duration: 01:12:29TGT 329: Disposable Time
Mar 21, 2023This week Chris and Fletcher discuss this last weekend when all three hosts were in the same place. Then they talk about how we should spend our free time. Is there a "should" way?? Join our discord: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 01:07:27TGT 328: MMORPGs
Mar 14, 2023This week Chris has decided that we should step back from the table and move to the couch/computer where we'll play some online role playing games. We cover some history of the games as well as the history of the hosts with these games. There is even an attempt to relate MMORPGs with tabletop games. Join our discord: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http...
Duration: 01:03:02TGT 327: Old Games We Still Play (fixed)
Mar 07, 2023This week we follow up on last weeks conversation and talk about the OLD games we still play. Old being more than 20 of course. Because that's old for a board game. Join our discord: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com/Patreon
Duration: 01:03:14TGT 327: Old Games We Still Play
Mar 07, 2023
This week we follow up on last weeks conversation and talk about the OLD games we still play. Old being more than 20 of course. Because that’s old for a board game..
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Duration: 00:58:23TGT 326: Why We Tire of Games
Feb 28, 2023This week we talk about why games we once loved, we no longer play, nor even have interest in playing again. This happens to most all games for most all people. (yes most all) And you don't have to be cult of the new to experience this phenomenon. So we drill into why. After we deal with our discord issues... Speaking of discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Foll...
Duration: 00:58:23TGT 325: Is Gamifying Life bad?
Feb 21, 2023This week Chris and Kitty recap their TGT Con 2 and then (eventually) talk about how gamifying real life can backfire. This conversation is based on the Rule Breaker Investing podcast and a conversation with a philosophy professor C. Thi Nguyen. If you want to listen to that podcast you can find it here: https://www.fool.com/podcasts/rule-breaker-investing/2023-02-15-from-twister-to-twitter-games-and-c Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com...
Duration: 01:06:28TGT 324: De-Deluxifying Your Games (and TGT Con 2)
Feb 14, 2023TGT Con is this weekend! There is still time to sign up: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2 This week Chris rants about games with too much stuff to make them playable. You know the kind, simple games with big boxes and tons of components that all need to be token out and setup only to be put back in their proper places after the game. Miniatures, cards, table space, miniatures, dice, playmats, so much, too much? Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/gro...
Duration: 01:02:17TGT 323: Is Marvel United Overrated? – fixed
Feb 07, 2023This week Chris is making us talk about Marvel United. People seem to like it, but is that just because it's Marvel? Maybe it's over hyped? Or is there more there then appears from the outside. And this episode contains a significant first for someone... TGT Con 2: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2 Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameM...
Duration: 01:05:42TGT 322: Random Setups
Jan 31, 2023This week we're talking about how random setups in games can have unexpected consequences along with adding replay-ability and variability to our games. And how this varies with competitive and co-op games. TGT Con 2: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2 Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us vi...
Duration: 01:06:37TGT 321: The Lighter Side of Gaming
Jan 24, 2023This week Kitty is back, with some heavy news and a lighter topic. Don't worry it's all good stuff. We're talking about filler games! And why they tend to be dismissed within the hobby as something you don't build a game night around. But maybe we should give them a chance at the spotlight? Or not. For when it matters, Kitty won and she liked it. It'll make sense at the end. TGT Con 2: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2 Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https...
Duration: 01:02:21TGT 320: The DnD OGL Fiasco
Jan 17, 2023Fletcher is back this week! Bit Kitty is missing. In any case Chris and Fletcher talk about all the drama happening round Wizards of the Coast and thier DnD Open Gaming License. Is DnD dead? TGT Con 2: https://tabletop.events/conventions/tgt-con-2 Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFle...
Duration: 01:11:32TGT 319: Wagering in Games
Jan 10, 2023Some people love it, some hate it, we talk about it. What are the different ways games can using wagering (betting) in games and how does it change the focus of the game. Could adding wagering to more games level the playing field between player levels by shifting the victory condition include more of knowing who is going to win and not just winning yourself? Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Ti...
Duration: 01:03:37TGT 318: Holiday Recap and TGT Con 2
Jan 03, 2023We're back from the holidays and we talk all about our break. And we talk about Great Western Trail. And we talk about TGT Con 2. And despite all that, it still seems like an off-topic episode. A fun, off-topic, episode. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us vi...
Duration: 00:57:52TGT 317: Most Anticipated of 2023
Dec 27, 2022Last week we looked back at 2022, this week we look forward to 2023. What games are we most looking forward to? In Chris's case, what Kickstarter is he most looking forward to backing? And even though this was recorded moments after our last episode, we somehow find some banter about something that happened between episodes. Reminder our next tournament that starts on Dec 27th, so go to the Discord to find the signup link. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to...
Duration: 01:09:19TGT 316: Most Played of 2022
Dec 20, 2022This week we look back at the games we played in 2022. What did we play the most? Why? Do games on BGA count? (Of course they do!) And why, after 316 episodes, do we still flub the beginning of the show. And more importantly, why after 316 episodes does Chris not fix our flubs in editing!? Reminder our next tournament that starts on Dec 27th, so go to the Discord to find the signup link. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to ou...
Duration: 00:55:51TGT 315: Our Expectations of Publishers
Dec 13, 2022This week we talk about our, often unreasonable, expectations of publishers. From organized play to game inserts, we cover what we all think publishers should do, and why they probably don't. We also announced our next tournament that starts on Dec 27th, so go to the Discord to find the signup link. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/Ga...
Duration: 01:11:37TGT 314: Hadrian’s Wall
Dec 06, 2022This week Chris and Fletcher talk about Hadrian's Wall, a game known as the most complicated Roll and Write ever. And about them brining it to BGA. We also talk about a lot of other stuff at the beginning. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via...
Duration: 00:56:14TGT 313: Something
Nov 29, 2022This week we find out what happens if we never go on topic. That something is that we're all over the place. Cast-iron cooking. Family gaming. Advent Calendars. TGT Con 2. And a bit of a bunch of other stuff as well. In other words, we're just talking to talk like any other episode :) Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/G...
Duration: 01:01:13TGT 312: How to be Causal while being Competitive
Nov 22, 2022This week we try and crack the code on how to be casual with your competitive games. It's a tricky one because nobody likes losing all the time in head to head match ups. But are there ways to keep it fun even when you're not on top? Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com...
Duration: 00:58:05TGT 311: Marvel Snap
Nov 15, 2022This week Kitty has lost her voice, so Chris and Fletcher talk about the new craze that is Marvel Snap. Yes, it's an app, but it's very tabletop adjacent. Is this just another Wordle fad, or is there some real meat in this game. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twi...
Duration: 00:48:13TGT 310: Casual vs Competitive
Nov 08, 2022This week talk playing games competitively, like tournaments and such, vs causally where you still want to win but you may not want to compete. This is a tough topic to nail down, so we're not likely to enter a podcast tournament anytime soon, but if we did... we'd probably come in somewhere in the middle. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Ch...
Duration: 01:03:31TGT 309: Gaming Phases
Nov 01, 2022This week talk about going through phases. Eventually we even talk about phases in gaming. Not the phase you take during a turn. The phases of what games we like and then stop liking and maybe start liking again. You know, phases. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFl...
Duration: 01:00:13TGT 308: Spending Money on Games
Oct 25, 2022This week Fletcher is back but now Kitty is out. So Chris and Fletcher talk money. Specifically money spent on hobbies. More specifically money spent on games. Is this another intervention for Chris? Maybe, kind of one he's doing for himself... Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Suppor...
Duration: 01:07:02TGT 307: 50 Games
Oct 18, 2022This week Fletcher forgets he does a weekly podcast and Kitty and Chris talk about how you may, or may not, cut your collection down to a fixed number of games. Successful? Maybe, maybe not, but Chris does seem to come away ready to make some hard cuts to his collection. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kit...
Duration: 01:09:23TGT 306: KeyForge Fusion
Oct 11, 2022This week Sydnie joins Chris and Fletcher to talk about KeyForge, again again. Some big news was dropped over the weekend, so they just haaaad, to talk about it. No really, in the world of KeyForge this is like a 2nd edition of the game level news. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/Law...
Duration: 01:03:46TGT 305: Game Loops
Oct 04, 2022This week Chris makes us talk about game theory stuff again. We look at what the game loop is, the different levels you find them, and why they matter. Also we had a special guest show up for a minute. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us...
Duration: 00:56:58TGT 304: Play testing
Sep 27, 2022This week we try and figure out why so many games seem like they weren't play tested enough? Why is it so hard to play test games and work out the bugs before they get published. Also Kitty is salty that Chris broke Wingspan. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twi...
Duration: 01:01:21TGT 303: KeyForge… Again.
Sep 20, 2022This week Fletcher bails on us again so we bring Sydnie in and talk about the history and future of KeyForge. We found it interesting, so maybe you will too. It's an interesting game, honest! Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter: Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris Kitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom Fletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.com...
Duration: 01:10:44TGT 302: Fantasy Football
Sep 13, 2022This week Spencer joins us to fill in for Fletcher while we talk about Fantasy Football. What is it? How does it work? Why do people play it? And is it really just like a board game? Even if you have no interest in football at all, we think you'll still enjoy this one. Oh and there's a bonus song at the end of the episode. To see the video (and you should) click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoZ0bWnesYk Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can...
Duration: 01:10:49TGT 301: Future of the Industry
Sep 06, 2022We're looking at the future of our industry, or more specifically we're looking at concerns people have with the future of our industry and try to make sense of what's worth being concerned about and what isn't. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Listen to our live recording Monday's at 8:30pm Central Time: http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live Follow us on twitter:Chris http://twitter.com/GameMasterChrisKitty http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMomFletcher http://twitter.com/NetFletch Support us via Patreon http://TabletopGameTalk.co...
Duration: 01:08:41TGT On Topic 300: Comfort Games
Aug 30, 2022Audio note: The audio in this episode isn't up to our normal standards. Chris will explain at the beginning, that said... This week marks our 300th episode which we recorded at the end of our first TGT Con (an online con run on Discord and BGA). We'll recap the con, announce some winners and then move on to our main topic... Comfort games. This is one of those rare top 5 episodes. So if you want to know what our favorite comfort games are, bare with the audio and listen on... Watch and subscribe to my How to BGA YouTube Channel: http...
Duration: 01:20:56TGT On Topic 299: TGT Con And One D&D
Aug 23, 2022This week we start out talking about TGT Con which is happening this weekend! The link to the list of games is below and you can sign up for them on our discord (link also below). We then switch over to talk about One D&D, the next "version" of Dungeons and Dragons due out in 2024. (Audio note: Fletcher's audio was cut off for the first few seconds, but everything is fine for the remainder of the show.) Here is the list of games for TGT Con: TGT Con Games Watch and subscribe to my How to BGA YouTube Channel: htt...
Duration: 01:18:09TGT On Topic 298: Collecting
Aug 16, 2022This week we talk about collecting...stuff. What drives us to collect? Why must we "catch them all"? And does everyone have the desire to collect? Turns out it's a spectrum. Who knew, right? Register for TGT Con: TGT Con Registration Watch and subscribe to my How to BGA YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/1_lXYSaTAdc Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be...
Duration: 01:06:01TGT On Topic 297: Con Talk
Aug 09, 2022This week Sydnie joins us again and we talk about our 1 day at GenCon, her upcoming trip to Dragon Con, and more about TGT Con happening in less than 3 weeks (Sat Aug 27 & Sun Aug 28). Register for TGT Con at TGT Con Registration Watch and subscribe to my How to BGA YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/1_lXYSaTAdc Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn ho...
Duration: 01:05:49TGT On Topic 296: KeyForge and SolForge Fusion
Aug 02, 2022This week Sydnie joins us to talk about KeyForge and SolForge Fusion. Two unique deck games go in... who will come out on top? We don't know, but we're going to talk about where these games have been, where they are now, and where they want to go. As a bonus, is there a place for uniqueness in more traditional board games? https://solforgefusion.com https://keyforging.com Register for TGT Con: TGT Con Registration Watch and subscribe to my How to BGA YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/1_lXYSaTAdc Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg...
Duration: 01:14:25TGT On Topic 295: A Fun Announcement
Jul 26, 2022This week we make a super cool announcement and that's all we're going to say. Once you hear the announcement you can click here: Secret Link. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/TabletopGameTLK http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom http://twitter.com/NetFletch or Facebook ht...
Duration: 01:00:41TGT on Topic 294: Buying Games
Jul 19, 2022This week we talk about buying games. Where we buy them. Why we buy them there. The ethical dilemmas that come from wanting a good deal on games. And a fair bit of why you might want to buy Next Station London. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/T...
Duration: 01:03:23TGT On Topic 293: Marvel
Jul 12, 2022This week we talk about all those Marvel games. Well mostly we talk about Marvel in general, but we do talk about some of the games too. Are there too many Marvel games? Nah, but that doesn't mean they are all good... Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com...
Duration: 01:02:46TGT On Topic 292: Top 10 BGA Games
Jun 28, 2022This week we accept our addiction to Board Game Arena (.com) and look at the top games on the site. First we look at them as rated by Board Game Geek, and then we look at them by what's being played on BGA itself. And we throw in a few that didn't make either of those lists that we really like. We promise - we're not sponsored by BGA, but we probably should be... Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Em...
Duration: 01:09:44TGT On Topic 291: Player Count
Jun 21, 2022This week we take a closer look at how the number of players effects the overall enjoyment of a game. Should all games strive for max player count, or should we avoid the max whenever possible? Is 2-4 players a myth? How do games attempt to adjust for different player counts? And will we ever stop talking about BGA? (nope to that last one) Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to...
Duration: 01:11:01TGT On Topic 290: Losing
Jun 14, 2022This week we talk about losing. We've heard over and over that losing can be "character building" but what does that mean? Is losing really not all that bad? Why lose when you could win? This one is dedicated to all you losers out there! (In the nicest possible way, honest, this is a good one.) Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to...
Duration: 01:07:36TGT On Topic 289: Another Deck of Cards
Jun 07, 2022This week Fletcher and Kitty are on their own! With Chris out of town we discuss card games you can play with a standard deck of 52 cards and if Board Games can do everything they can do, but better. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/TabletopGameTLK http://t...
Duration: 00:55:06TGT On Topic 288: FFG’s LCGs
May 31, 2022This week we take a closer look at the "Living Card Games" (LCG) currently in print by Fantasy Flight Games (FFG). Which, are all co-op games; The Lord of the Rings, Arkham Horror, and Marvel Champions. Each host gives their first impressions of one of these games and by the end, we may just find that there's an LCG for each of us. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to...
Duration: 01:09:16TGT On Topic 287: The Deck Building Barrier
May 24, 2022This week we talk about how games that require deck building (MtG, Arkham Horror The Card Game, Marvel Champions, ect.) can have a huge barrier to entry in trying and continuing to play these kinds of games. If you're someone who loves deck building, these games are for you. If you're not, we come up with some pretty good alternatives that can get you in the game with less friction than you might think. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Em...
Duration: 00:57:40TGT On Topic 286: Chris and Kitty Chat
May 17, 2022This week Fletcher is out and Chris and Kitty just chat aimlessly. They cover playing games in person vs. online. 3D printing. Marvel Zombicide. A Hadrian's Wall update. The next BGA tournament. Where Chris's favorite games are today. And bananas. Join our discord, just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/ypK2dEQXPH Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/TabletopGameTLK http://t...
Duration: 00:59:34TGT On Topic 285: Skill Caps
May 10, 2022This week we look at the opposite of luck: skill. How much can you get better at games? Some games are pure skill games, but even then your opponent(s) comes into the question. But most games do have an amount of luck involved, so when does that start to play more of an effect than your skill? That's the skill cap. We also draw winners for our Azul prizes. Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entri...
Duration: 01:02:05TGT RPGs 284: RPGs Vs RPGs In A Box
May 03, 2022This week Spenser joins us as we compare traditional RPGs with the RPGs you may find "in a box." In other words, a board game that's trying to simulate what a traditional RPG does. How are they different? Why are they different? Why should Chris not play them alone. And what is it about pickled eggs? We also draw winners for our Azul prizes. Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to...
Duration: 01:03:56TGT On Topic 283: Games to Socialize Over
Apr 26, 2022This week Fletcher couldn't join us, so Kitty and Chris spend an hour talking about the next game they are going to play on Tuesday's virtual game night. The requirements: a game you can play and have a conversation during at the same time. Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter htt...
Duration: 01:03:06TGT On Topic 282: Played Out
Apr 19, 2022This week we talk about the games that we used to love but just don't play anymore and why. And how to avoid playing out a game if that's your goal. Is playing game out really all that bad? Probably not, but it was fun to talk about none-the-less. Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audie...
Duration: 01:01:30TGT On Topic 281: Tie Breakers
Apr 12, 2022This week Fletcher leaves Chris with Kitty, who wants to talk about tie breakers and how unfair they are when they make her lose. Or something like that. But really, this is a fun one. Should tie breakers exist? What makes a good, or bad, tie breaker? And why do they always feel like an after thought? (spoiler: because they are) Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://Tableto...
Duration: 01:01:43TGT On Topic 280: Making Digital Board Games
Apr 05, 2022This week Kitty leaves Chris and Fletcher alone and they decide to talk about work. Kind of. They discuss what it takes to write a digital version of a board game. But don't worry, they don't go too technical, and when they do, they back up and explain what they are talking about. Probably. Oh, and, software development isn't easy - $.99 isn't too much to pay :) Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tableto...
Duration: 01:13:16TGT On Topic 279: Board Game Tournaments
Mar 29, 2022This week we talk about board game tournaments. Probably because we're all participating in the first ever TGT Azul tournament (being run on boardgamearena.com). What makes a good game for tournaments? Why might you want to play in a tournament even if you're not that good? And will Fletcher ever win a game? (that last one will make more sense later.) Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http...
Duration: 01:02:14TGT On Topic 278: One and Done
Mar 22, 2022This week we take a deep dive into why we (as a collective whole in the board gaming hobby - yes we speak for all of you) tend to play a game once and move on. Or maybe we don't. Maybe we play the same game over and over and Chris just has a problem. Could go either way on this one... Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http...
Duration: 01:04:06TGT On Topic 277: Roll And Writes
Mar 15, 2022This week we use a new found addition to roll and write games on board game arena as a reason to take about roll and write games (mostly on board game arena). From Yahtzee to Hadrian's Wall we cover EVERY (no we don't) roll and write ever!! (no. we don't. There are thousands, we talk about, like, 6). Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to lear...
Duration: 00:57:53TGT Replay 101: Euro Games
Mar 08, 2022This week we have a replay episode from about 3 1/2 years ago where we talk about Euro Games. We did plan to record a new episode, but due to sick kids we just weren't able to make it happen. As long as everything goes as planned though, next week we will talk about Roll & Writes (probably, hopefully, just depends on how the dice come up). Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go...
Duration: 00:58:10TGT RPGs 276: Homebrew vs. Prepublished
Mar 01, 2022This week we take a look at the different between making your own stuff up or playing published content and stories. What's better? Well we for sure definitively answer that question, honest. Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/TabletopGameTLK http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom http...
Duration: 00:58:39TGT Unscripted 275: Experienced Vs Inexperienced Players
Feb 22, 2022This week Josh joins Chris on the Dice Tower Cruise and they talk about all the games they played with a eye towards the pros and cons of player experience differences in competitive games. What types of games are more prone to causing frustration and what types are more player experience indifferent? Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/TabletopGameTLK htt...
Duration: 01:13:51TGT On Topic 274: Logic Games
Feb 15, 2022This week we talk about logic "games" - or puzzles as most people would call them. It's not really a puzzles vs. games episode at all though, instead we talk about what makes logic puzzles so interesting and why we keep playing them in spite of the fact they kind of feel like homework. The puzzle book Kitty mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Montague-Island-Mysteries-Other-Puzzles/dp/145491811X The game Fletcher talked about: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002YGIH76 And if you want to play some logic puzzles, you can find an app here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cross-logic-puzzle-game/i...
Duration: 01:07:45TGT RPGs 273: Why Players “Suck” :)
Feb 08, 2022This week we take a look at what makes players so bad. From game play to etiquette, we talk about ourselves and what makes us such bad players. And we may talk about players that aren't ourselves as well. Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Our BGA group can be found here: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=5729425 Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/TabletopGameTLK http://twit...
Duration: 01:06:34TGT On Topic 272: Throwing Games Away (and Wordle)
Feb 01, 2022This week we talk a lot about Wordle (the first half of the show) and then switch to talking about what to do with those games you just want to throw away. We also mention a few different links in this episode so here are those: If you want to play archived Wordle puzzles, you can find them here: https://www.devangthakkar.com/wordle_archive Want to recycle old game and craft stuff: https://upcyclingcolors.com/ And if you want to play some logic puzzles, which is what we'll be talking about in a future episode, you can find an a...
Duration: 01:00:31TGT On Topic 271: Virtual Game Groups
Jan 25, 2022This week we're finally all back together so we decided to talk about... virtual. game. groups? Yeah, we know it's a little late to talk virtual, but really, this isn't about the pandemic, it's about kids and adulting and such. BGA FTW Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/TabletopGameTLK http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom http://twitter.com...
Duration: 00:56:11TGT On Topic 270: Bad Players
Jan 18, 2022This week Fletcher is on his honeymoon, but Kitty is back (with a slightly raspier voice). So while Fletcher is away, Chris and Kitty talk about bad players. Pure coincidence. So what is a bad player? Can it be fun to be a bad player? And do we have fun playing with or against bad players? All that and a banter section that lasts about 15 minutes and covers all kinds of going ons. Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://Tableto...
Duration: 01:01:07TGT On Topic 269: Lego Part 1
Jan 11, 2022We didn't know it was going to be a part 1 at first, but we soon realized we weren't doing this topic justice in just one episode, so there will be a followup. Maybe next week, maybe next month, probably next week. But for this episode Kitty is out and Chris and Fletcher talk about Lego and how they relate to gaming, but mostly about Lego in general. Chris may have developed a new addiction... Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http...
Duration: 00:59:27TGT Intermission: Covid and Dreidels
Jan 04, 2022Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch This week we're still not back to our normal recording schedule, but I wanted to drop a short episode to say hi and tell you a little bit about dreidels. They are exactly as interesting as I thought they would be, but I did learn some stuff in doing the research for them, so there's that. Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter htt...
Duration: 00:08:47TGT On Topic 268: Are Games Getting Worse?
Dec 21, 2021Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch This week we're looking back at the last six years to try and determine if games are getting worse or are we just biased based on the size of our board game collection. Maybe both? Email feedback and contest entries to feedback [at] tabletopgametalk.com. Go to http://TabletopGameTalk.com/live to learn how to be part of our live audience. Follow us on twitter http://twitter.com/TabletopGameTLK http://twitter.com/GameMasterChris http://twitter.com/LawfulGoodMom http://twitter.com/NetFletch or Facebook http://www.facebook.com...
Duration: 01:01:48TGT On Topic 267: Game Shows
Dec 14, 2021Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch This week we have a little fun NOT talking (much) about tabletop games but instead we talk about game shows of the past and present. How are these related to modern tabletop games? We don't really answer that question, but we come close. If you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from. Give me 3 (in preference order) and I'll allot them on a first come first get basis. For the smaller/cheaper stuff, feel free to list a few since...
Duration: 01:13:58TGT RPGs 266: Magic In Role Playing Games
Dec 07, 2021Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch This week we talk about magic in role playing games, with a bit of a focus on D&D, but we cover some magic in other systems as well. We also try to define magic and why we find it fun even though it can complicated things. Next week will be our last drawing for the 2021 Giveaway, so enter now if you want a chance. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added thr...
Duration: 01:04:23TGT On Topic 265: Live Questions
Nov 30, 2021Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch This week Kitty and Chris answer questions from our live listener audience (http://tabletopgametalk.com/live) and of course Chris gets on a few soap boxes as well. If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year): 2021 Giveaway Rules (subject to change at anytime for any reason) Email anytime during the year will give you 1 entry for the rest of the y...
Duration: 01:07:55TGT On Topic 264: Why Replay Games?
Nov 23, 2021Join our discord! Just click (or copy/paste) here: https://discord.gg/phjS78TKch This week we take a deep dive into why we play any game more than once. Are there certain types of games where one play is enough? Are other game designed to encourage multiple plays? Is this just a way to talk cult of the new vs cult of the old? In your collection, what is the average number a game gets played? If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get t...
Duration: 01:08:46TGT On Topic 263: Rewriting Game rules
Nov 16, 2021This week Chris and Fletcher are alone again as they talk about rewriting the rules to games. That could mean rewriting a whole rulebook to make it clearer, writing rules summaries, modifying the game with your own rules, or even making up an entirely new game with the components of a game you didn't find all that great to start with. Speaking of rewriting rules, check out www.orderofgamers.com for some amazing rules summarizes. If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to p...
Duration: 01:01:05TGT On Topic 262: 3D Printing For Games
Nov 09, 2021This week Chris bought a 3D Printer and is using the podcast to justify his purchase. Also we talk about 3D printing in general and some of the things you can do with it for tabletop gaming. It really is kinda cool. If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineClash of RageFirefly AdventuresArena of the GodsMunchkin GloomThe Legand of the Cherry TreeArkham Horror: Final HourSteam RollersQuarriorsSpyfall 2Muchkin Glo...
Duration: 00:57:00TGT RPGs 261: Running Your First Game
Nov 02, 2021This week we, in prep for Kitty running her first RPG game, we talk about what goes into that first game. Over prep can be bad, but under prep can cause issues with confidence. There is a sweet spot, but that all depends on the game, the players, and most importantly the GM. If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineClash of RageFirefly AdventuresArena of the GodsMunchkin...
Duration: 01:03:03TGT On Topic 260: Sandbox Games
Oct 26, 2021This week we Fletcher and Chris talk about sandbox games, but not games you play in a sandbox. What are they? How are they different from other games? And why would you like or not like them? Oh, and Chris recaps the games he played at GameHoleCon this past weekend. If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineClash of RageFirefly AdventuresArena of the GodsMunchkin GloomThe Legand of th...
Duration: 00:59:23TGT On Topic 259: Tabletop Minitures Games
Oct 19, 2021This week we look at tabletop miniatures games in depth. Not board games with miniatures, but things like Warhammer, X-wing, and HeroClix. What keeps us from playing these games or what drives us to want to play more of them. We also recap our Call of Cthulhu in the post credits. If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineClash of RageFirefly AdventuresArena of the GodsMunchkin GloomThe Legand of t...
Duration: 01:05:21TGT On Topic 258: Gaming Obsessions
Oct 12, 2021This week we take a deep dive into gaming by talking about the eps and flows of gaming obsessions. Are they healthy or just lunacy I tell you lunacy!! No, no, it's fine, I can stop anytime. Lunacy!!! Oh, and sorry David Waggoner, Chris accidentally cut you out of the credits, but we haven't forgotten about you! LUNACY!!! If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineCrusaders: Thy will...
Duration: 00:57:17TGT On Topic 257: The Call of Cthulhu RPG
Oct 05, 2021This week we talk about the Call of Cthulhu role playing game and how it differs from D&D in it's system, but also in how it needs to be run to create the tension necessary for a "horror" type game.If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineCrusaders: Thy will be doneClash of RageDire WildFirefly AdventuresArena of the GodsMunchkin GloomThe Legand of the Cherry TreeSquarriors: The...
Duration: 00:57:07TGT On Topic 256: Games of Choice
Sep 28, 2021This week we look at our games of choice across multiple categories (card, casual, party, 2-player, and gamer) and why we like those games. But the first 20 minutes we talk about Fletcher's wedding this past weekend! Here are a couple pics from the wedding: http://tabletopgametalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/FletcherVideo.mp4 If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineCrusaders: Thy will be doneClash of RageDire WildFirefly AdventuresArena o...
Duration: 01:08:19TGT On Topic 255: Price of Games
Sep 21, 2021This week we while Fletcher is off getting ready for his wedding this weekend, Chris and Kitty talk about GenCon and spending too much money on games, or not, it's complicated... If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineCrusaders: Thy will be doneClash of RageDire WildFirefly AdventuresArena of the GodsMunchkin GloomThe Legand of the Cherry TreeSquarriors: The Card GameArkham Horror: Final HourSteam RollersQuarriorsSpyfall 2Muchkin GloomHouse of DanagerDungeon...
Duration: 01:09:16TGT On Topic 254: Can Games Die? (updated audio)
Sep 14, 2021This week we talk about the life cycle of games and whether publisher and community support can kill a game and/or keep it alive. This is in response to news about KeyForge (one of Chris's favorite games) going on hiatus for an undetermined amount of time.If you want to enter our 2021 giveaway, details are below. And if you're a winner this is the current list of games you get to pick from (more will be added throughout the year):Krosmaster QuestArkhanosCatalystQuest Time of HerosHigh HeavensStop ThiefAdrenalineCrusaders: Thy will be doneClash of RageDire WildFirefly AdventuresArena of the GodsMunchkin GloomThe L...
Duration: 00:57:02