#340: Frustration with Randomness

#340: Frustration with Randomness

Author: Pickaxe December 17, 2024 Duration: 1:14:40
So Very Wrong About Games
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In addition to having to struggle with new hardware on account of gravity murdering his tablet of 10+ years, we now must try to adjust to capturing the sweet, sonorous tones of the elusive Jimbo. It's hard to get audio levels right when the mic's compressor itself swoons from sheer bliss.   02:43 AYURIS: Revive (Helge Meissner, Eilif Svensson, Anna Wermlund, and Kristian Amundsen Østby, Aporta Games, 2022) Games Played Last Week: 06:28 -Civolution (Stefan Feld, Deep Print Games, 2024) 19:45 -Race for the Galaxy (Thomas Lehmann, Rio Grande Games, 2007) 25:22 -Don't L.L.A.M.A. Dice (Reiner Knizia, AMIGO, 2021) 27:56 -Windmill Valley (Dani Garcia, Board&Dice, 2024) 30:32 -The Isle of Cats Duel (Frank West, The City of Games, 2024) 34:22 -The White Castle: Matcha (Israel Cendrero & Sheila Santos, Devir Games, 2024) 37:01 -Battalion: War of the Ancients (Paolo Mori and Francesco Sirocchi, Osprey, 2024) 43:11 -Spirit Island (R. Eric Reuss, Greater Than Games, 2017) News (and why it doesn't matter): 45:31 Please support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/svwag 46:00 New content for Snap Ships Tactics! 46:52 Behold: Rome is on The Game Crafter 47:15 Persuasion by Xoe Allred Hollandspiele (PAX Unplugged) 48:11 Topic: Frustration with Randomness Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosted by Mike Walker and Mark Bigney, So Very Wrong About Games digs into the world of hobby gaming with a blend of sharp critique and genuine enthusiasm. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at a table where two knowledgeable friends are deep in conversation, dissecting everything from the latest releases to timeless classics. They believe that a bad game deserves a thorough examination just as much as a great one, applying that same level of detailed analysis to reviews, industry news, and broader gaming topics. This isn't about following trends or generating hype; it's about thoughtful discussion that respects both the listener's time and the context in which games are made and played. The dynamic between Walker and Bigney captures a fundamental truth about the hobby-that taking games seriously and having fun with them are not mutually exclusive. You'll find their approach both refreshing and deeply engaging, whether they're championing an overlooked gem or meticulously explaining why a popular title didn't work for them. Tune in to this Pickaxe-produced podcast for honest, substantive talk that treats the medium with the depth it often deserves, but rarely receives in casual conversation.
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