The Short Game

05: FTL – Faster Than Light


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In our fine fifth episode, we launch into the depths of space with FTL: Faster Than Light.

We discuss the qualities that make the game so quick and yet so infinitely re-playable, with digressions into the definition of the roguelike genre.

We also determine scientifically that spoilers don’t spoil anything. It’s science!

  • Link to Wired Science article 2011
  • Nate and Shane also share their secrets to success in FTL, and we all share some tales of embarrassing defeat.

    FTL is available for:

    • Mac, Windows, and Linux through Steam
    • Mac, Windows, and Linux Direct from the developers
    • iPad through the Apple App Store
    • All versions are $9.99.

      Expect the game to take between 20 minutes and 2 hours per “run” depending on your luck and skill level, with extensive re-playability.

      Here is the excellent strategy wiki page we discussed in this episode.

      Other topics this week include:

      • Hearthstone for iPad, Mac, and Windows
      • Mercenary Kings for PS4 (Free with PS+!), Mac, and Windows (Steam)
      • Severed announcement trailer from Drinkbox Studios
      • Some images from Severed

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