TGT On Topic 263: Rewriting Game rules

TGT On Topic 263: Rewriting Game rules

Author: Tabletop Game Talk November 16, 2021 Duration: 1:01:05
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This week Chris and Fletcher are alone again as they talk about rewriting the rules to games.  That could mean rewriting a whole rulebook to make it clearer, writing rules summaries, modifying the game with your own rules, or even making up an entirely new game with the components of a game you didn't find all that great to start with.
Speaking of rewriting rules, check out www.orderofgamers.com for some amazing rules summarizes.
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Every Thursday, Chris, Kitty, and Fletcher pull up chairs around a virtual table for Tabletop Game Talk. This isn't a formal review show, but a conversation between three friends with distinct tastes and backgrounds in the hobby. You'll hear them dive into a single topic each week-whether it's the tension of legacy games, the joy of teaching mechanics to newcomers, or the quiet pleasure of solo play-each offering their own perspective, which often leads to friendly debate. The discussion feels like overhearing a chat at your local game shop, covering everything from sprawling Eurogames and narrative RPGs to quick-playing card games. The goal is to explore the ideas and experiences that make tabletop gaming compelling, not just the latest releases. This podcast thrives on that personal touch, and they genuinely want to hear from you, encouraging listeners to share their own agreements or disagreements long after the episode ends. It's a relaxed, thoughtful space for anyone who finds community and creativity around a game board.
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TGT On Topic 290: Losing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:36
This week we talk about losing. We've heard over and over that losing can be "character building" but what does that mean? Is losing really not all that bad? Why lose when you could win? This one is dedicated to all you…
TGT On Topic 289: Another Deck of Cards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:06
This week Fletcher and Kitty are on their own! With Chris out of town we discuss card games you can play with a standard deck of 52 cards and if Board Games can do everything they can do, but better. Join our discord, ju…
TGT On Topic 288: FFG’s LCGs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:16
This week we take a closer look at the "Living Card Games" (LCG) currently in print by Fantasy Flight Games (FFG). Which, are all co-op games; The Lord of the Rings, Arkham Horror, and Marvel Champions. Each host gives t…
TGT On Topic 287: The Deck Building Barrier [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:40
This week we talk about how games that require deck building (MtG, Arkham Horror The Card Game, Marvel Champions, ect.) can have a huge barrier to entry in trying and continuing to play these kinds of games. If you're so…
TGT On Topic 286: Chris and Kitty Chat [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:34
This week Fletcher is out and Chris and Kitty just chat aimlessly. They cover playing games in person vs. online. 3D printing. Marvel Zombicide. A Hadrian's Wall update. The next BGA tournament. Where Chris's favorite ga…
TGT On Topic 285: Skill Caps [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:05
This week we look at the opposite of luck: skill. How much can you get better at games? Some games are pure skill games, but even then your opponent(s) comes into the question. But most games do have an amount of luck in…
TGT RPGs 284: RPGs Vs RPGs In A Box [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:56
This week Spenser joins us as we compare traditional RPGs with the RPGs you may find "in a box." In other words, a board game that's trying to simulate what a traditional RPG does. How are they different? Why are they di…
TGT On Topic 283: Games to Socialize Over [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:06
This week Fletcher couldn't join us, so Kitty and Chris spend an hour talking about the next game they are going to play on Tuesday's virtual game night. The requirements: a game you can play and have a conversation duri…
TGT On Topic 282: Played Out [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:30
This week we talk about the games that we used to love but just don't play anymore and why. And how to avoid playing out a game if that's your goal. Is playing game out really all that bad? Probably not, but it was fun t…
TGT On Topic 281: Tie Breakers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:43
This week Fletcher leaves Chris with Kitty, who wants to talk about tie breakers and how unfair they are when they make her lose. Or something like that. But really, this is a fun one. Should tie breakers exist? What mak…

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