I recently had the chance to sit down with Roger Miller, one of the co-owners of Revolution Games, to discuss the world of wargame publishing and game design. Our conversation took us through his journey from playing his first wargame in 1975 to becoming a publisher, as well as the development of the innovative Blind Swords series and the upcoming game, Shiloh. We also touched on the challenges of producing and marketing games in today's market, and the importance of being kind when responding to game submissions.

Finally, we delve into Revolution Games' upcoming World War I game and the unique features that set it apart from past dogfight games. With its beautiful counters and two-leveled display, this game promises to be an immersive and exciting experience for players. So join us for this episode as we explore the captivating world of wargaming with Roger Miller and discuss the future of this engaging hobby.

In addition to my chat with Roger, hear the latest news from publishers, and then I unpack the origin of Storm Over Arnhem, the original area impulse game.

Plus random news and chatter as usual.

***Apparently I had the detail of the  pay-for-review scandal wrong. It wasn't a video game, but a boardgame kickstarter. Mea Culpa.***

*****And Roger's partner in Revolution Games is Richard Handewith. I mixed him up with another Richard H and I'm very embarrassed as I've met Richard a few times and he's a great guy. Mea maximum culpa.*****

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Primarily an interview with Jerry West, designer of Atlantic Chase as well as the Skies Aboves series and the Enemy Coast Ahead series.

As well, news and notes from the world of wargaming.

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A one-two punch of WWII games that have been re-released in fancy new editions.

Task Force: Carrier Battles in the Pacific from Vuca Simulations

The Russian Campaign: Deluxe 5th Edition from GMT

Plus what's news, what's new, what's on the table, and more.

The Russian Campaign:
-For those wanting a closer look at the components, my unboxing

-For those looking for pdfs of the old AH General Magazines
or
-archive.org

-A list of which issues have articles

The Sentry Box

Brain Train Interview

Tadenac Games, a Canadian retailer:
Homepage - Tadenac Games Canada Inc

Discord Server

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This episode we discuss A GREATER VICTORY from Revolution Games, and BORDER STATES from Shakos games.

As well, the usual news and chatter about what I've been playing, the deluge of new games that have arrived in the new year, favourites from last year, and the endless calls for entry level games.

Mentioned in the episode:

San Diego HistCon Spring online convention

Pushing Cardboard Discord server

Top 5 of 2022

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Brant from the Armchair Dragoons asked me to host a two hours slot for their Online Wargame Convention. I asked Harold Buchanan to be my guest, and he brought a couple more surprise guests with him, Jason Matthews and Brian Train. It's a long rambling conversation, but it's all about wargames.

This was a bit of a bonus episode. We'll be back in a week or so with a regular show featuring a dive into a game.

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In this episode:

 Interview with Trevor Bender, designer of the upcoming Desert Victory

A dive into Saladin from Shakos

And links:

C3i magazine

Pushing Cardboard Discord server

wargamers.social on Mastodon

pushingcardboard.com polls

pushingcardboard.com top 5 of 2022

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Happy One Year Anniversay to us!

In this episode we look back at the past year, and then feature an interview with wargaming hobby jack-of-all-trades Steve Carey. Steve is the designer of the latest game in the Blind Swords series from Revolution Games, and is also at work on the next volume.

As well, the usual wargame chatter.

Also mentioned:

Armchair Dragoons podcast

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An interview with Kai Jensen, wife of much loved designer Chad Jensen, and new full-time GMT employee. We talk about what she's doing with the designs that remain after Chad's death.

A recap of all the wargames I played and people I met at GMT's fall Weekend at the Warehouse.

Also mentioned:

https://www.rally-the-troops.com 

https://www.youtube.com/user/ardwulfslair 

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 ***Vuca are not based in Italy. Germany! Mea culpa.***

Episode 12 in which we discuss: 

Battle of Kursk: The Tigers are Burning 

Hammer of the Scots 

IKEA 

Good gaming partners 

Co-op vs Comptetive gaming. 

And all the wargaming yammer you crave.

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Another whack of wargaming audio for your ears.

This episode we talk about Undaunted: Normandy and Hands in the Sea. Two very different card games, neither from the traditional card driven game roots.

As well, the regular what's on the table and wargame chatter.

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