Luthier

Luthier

Author: Pickaxe October 28, 2025 Duration: 1:28:55
So Very Wrong About Games
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"'Frederick Chopin was a Polish composer in the Romantic style who wrote primarily for the piano.' I guess this is sort of interesting, as most facts are. But history has shown us that *facts are not what most humans believe.* They are not that which motivates most men and women to love to or to crime. Now COMPARE this statement: 'Frederick Chopin was a Polish composer in the Romantic style who was obsessed with ladybugs, often letting dozens of them gallop over his neck, arms, and long, tapering fingers while playing the piano.' Obviously the lie is so much more compelling. It also explains how Chopin finally got rid of his aphid problem." -John Hodgman, "The Areas of My Expertise" Games Played Last Week: 01:28 -Phoenix New Horizon (Jorge J. Barroso, Devir, 2024) 11:35 -Sweet Lands (Totsuca Chuo, uchibacoya, 2025) 23:42 -Voidfall (Nigel Buckle & Dávid Turczi, Mindclash Games, 2023) 29:35 -KINGs: TRICKTAKERs (Hiroken, Joyple Games, 2023) 32:58 -Yokai Septet (Muneyuki Yokouchi, Ninja Star Games, 2018) 36:56 -Origin Story (Jamey Stegmaier & Pete Wissinger, Stonemaier Games, 2025) 45:03 -Keep the Heroes Out!: Boss Battles (Luís Brueh, Brueh Games, 2024) 48:26 -Things in Rings (Peter C. Hayward, Allplay, 2024) News (and why it doesn't matter): 54:26 Burned available on Gamecrafter's Crowdsale 54:49 Legacy of Mars' audacious release plan: 4 plays in base game 56:17 Did you observe Arkhipov Day on Oct. 27th? Celebrate Vasili Arkhipov and his having saved the human race! 56:56 Feature Game: Luthier (Dave Beck & Abe Burson, Paverson Games, 2025) 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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#331: Our Favourite Factions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Duration: 1:07:07
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Duration: 1:12:54
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Duration: 1:00:01
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Duration: 1:12:03
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