In this episode, we discuss deckbuilding board games. We explain the core mechanic and variations on it, along with some of our favorite titles. 

Episode guide:

13:35 - What is a Deckbuilder?

25:58 - Victory Point/Optimization Deckbuilders

33:23 - Direct Conflict Deckbuilders

40:42 - Hybrid Games

52:36 - Cooperative Narrative Deckbuilders

1:04:01 - Our Preferences: Optimization vs. Tactical

1:05:57 - Optimal Player Counts

1:14:08 - Market Styles: Fixed, Variable and Random

1:23:09 - How Much Randomness is Too Much

1:26:47 - Where Do Deckbuilders Have More Potential: Board or Video Games

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In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Final Fantasy Tactics from Square Enix. We break down: 

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In this episode, we discuss video game movies from 2015-2019. We cover Warcraft, Assassin's Creed, Tomb Raider, Jumanji and Pokémon: Detective Pikachu

Episode guide:

14:46 - Warcraft

37:52 - A Moment of Thanks

39:50 - Assassin's Creed

1:07:24 - Tomb Raider

1:31:07 - Jumanji

1:51:07 - Pokémon: Detective Pikachu

20:09:35 - Ranking the Video Game Movies

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In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss the first two chapters of Final Fantasy Tactics from Square Enix. We break down: 

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In this episode, we discuss the board game Star Wars Battle of Hoth by Days of Wonder.

Episode guide:

6:43 - Star Wars Battle of Hoth

25:17 - Leader Cards

30:20 - Support Cards and Campaign Mode

39:06 - Is Battle of Hoth Fun

1:00:07 - War Game Recommendations

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In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Star Wars Outlaws by Massive Entertainment. We break down: 

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In this episode, we discuss the board game Star Wars Imperial Assault by Fantasy Flight Games. 

Episode guide:

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In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss Star Wars Outlaws by Massive Entertainment. We break down: 

OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion!

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In this episode, we discuss the Blade Runner films. 

Episode guide:

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In this episode, we discuss the entire John Wick Film Franchise.

Episode guide:

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