#364: Pulling Levers

#364: Pulling Levers

Author: Pickaxe June 17, 2025 Duration: 1:14:27
"Because of the long-standing mutual enmity between Meany and Brown, Meany was named among the suspects in The Case Of Encyclopedia Brown’s Mangled Corpse. Meany denied the allegations. 'It’s true that Detective Brown and I didn’t see eye to eye, but I would never do something so downright dirty rotten as murder him,' Meany said. 'Besides, it’s a matter of public record that, at the time the crime was committed, I was at the North Pole watching the penguins.'" -"Idaville Detective 'Encyclopedia' Brown Found Dead In Library Dumpster", The Onion 01:42 AYURIS: Zoo Vadis (Reiner Knizia, Bitewing Games, 2023) Games Played Last Week: 4:12 -Sky Team (Luc Rémond, Le Scorpion Masqué, 2023) 7:20 -Ofrenda (Orlando Sá & André Santos, Osprey Games, 2025) 12:51 -Galactic Cruise (T.K. King, Dennis Northcott, and Koltin Thompson, Kinson Key Games, 2025) 20:05 -Twins (Reiner Knizia, Oink Games, 1996) 23:59 -Clinic Deluxe Edition (Alban Viard, AVStudioGames, 2019) 28:23 -Stationfall (Matt Eklund, Ion Game Design, 2023) 37:46 -Great Western Trail: New Zealand (Alexander Pfister, eggertspiele, 2023) 40:45 -Schotten Totten 2 (Reiner Knizia, IELLO, 2020) 45:18 -Corps of Discovery: A Game Set in the World of Manifest Destiny (Jay Cormier & Sen-Foong Lim, Off the Page Games, 2025) News (and why it doesn't matter): 49:13 Balance updates to Fromage 50:17 Tianxia by Daniele Tascini & Antonio Petrelli, another "T" game by Board&Dice 50:39 Burned by Stone Circle Games will have a crowd sale on The Game Crafter soon 51:19 Open registration for SVWAG Con (July 25th-July 27th) on Eventbrite! https://tinyurl.com/25s6p5jd 51:45 Topic: Pulling Levers 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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