The Life and Times of a Board Game

We're back from our summer hiatus! Brenna sits down with a group of seasoned convention-goers to discuss what to expect from attending a convention as a company, and how to get the most out of them. We cover common mistakes, how to set yourself up for success, and of course, #GenConHauls. See you at the next con!

Writer, game designer, and podcaster Alex Roberts is on the podcast this month to discuss her new game Star Crossed, on Kickstarter through May 10. We also talk about player safety while role playing, bringing more romance and intimacy to tabletop games, and Jenga!

Back Star Crossed on Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bullypulpitgames/star-crossed-the-two-player-game-of-forbidden-love

Follow Alex Roberts @muscularpikachu

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Brenna sits down with Dan Yarrington to discuss GAMA, MAP, Kickstarter exclusives, and counterfeiting. Is the board game industry really in a bubble? How has Kickstarter changed buying habits? Are board games becoming a more finite experience? How can publishers protect the value of their products?

Also, our Flying Meeple Kickstarter is live! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/flyingmeeple/flying-meeple-2018-releases-dig-dog-dig-and-roll-a

Brenna is joined by James Wilson, the designer of Everdell. We discuss Kickstarter success as a first-time game designer, navigating the publishing process, and what's next for Everdell. Everdell is currently available for pre-order.

Designer Chris Taylor and developer Alan Emrich of Victory Point Games join Brenna to talk about the new Kickstarter for the first expansion pack for Nemo's War, as well as a reprint for the base game. They also talk about bringing a solitaire game to market, interpreting the source material, and what's next for Nemo's War. Back the Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/567823005/nemos-war-nautilus-upgrades-expansion-reprint

Full disclosure: Tabletop Tycoon is now a co-publisher of Nemo's War.

Brenna is joined by shipping spcialist Erin Granbery of Ship Naked as well as Dan Yarrington to discuss Essen Spiel '17. We review the international inspection issues that caused trouble for so many exhibitors this year, and Erin tells you everything you need to know customs clearance, ocean vs. air freight, and how to get your games to a convention on time.

Dan Yarrington comes on the show to discuss Gen Con 50, new projects, and we introduce a new format for the show. We also name the winner of the last giveaway and announce a new contest.

Greetings Listeners,

Chris is joined this month by Dann May and new to the podcast, Brenna Noonan. They talk about Gen Con, 2017 so far, and what is to come. Chris also says his goodbye as he leaves the podcast and hands the reins over to Brenna to carry forward.

Thanks for listening!

Greetings Listeners,

This month Chris is joined by Game Salute CEO Dan Yarrington, who just returned from a trip to China. They talk about the experience of visiting the factories and what it takes to actually make a game. A main point is talking about the current production of the PolyHero Wizard dice.

This month's contest is to turn a famous artifact or landmark into a die! Be a bit more creative than a 4-sided Pyramid of Giza ;) Winner will get a full set of PolyHero Wizard dice upon their release.

As always, thanks for listening!

Chris is back this month, joined this time by designer Tim Heerema to talk about his debut title, Archmage.

This medium weight game balances theme and mechanics as you build your own magic order, gathering apprentices and relics. Training apprentices also unlocks powerful spells that can shape the world or tear down your rivals.

Also a new month means a new contest. Can't wait to hear this month's entries.

Thanks for listening!