Randomness, indeterminacy and Richard doing a French accent! All this can be yours as game designers Tyler Bielman, Skaff Elias and of course, Richard Garfield delve into one of the most important characteristics of games. The discussion covers the role of the roll of the dice and unearths the secrets of "rando-chess." Think you hate luck in games you play? This podcast just might change your mind.

Notes: Replace the words "Preston Poulter" with "Tom Guevin" in you head and make sure to listen to the bitter end!

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