Episode 4 - First Person Shooters

Episode 4 - First Person Shooters

Author: Nate August 10, 2020 Duration: 49:46
Join us as we deep dive in to the types of FPS games out there and the subgenres. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Nate hosts Tabletop to CPU, a podcast that explores the entire spectrum of gaming culture. Each episode is a relaxed conversation that bridges the worlds of digital and analog play, treating video games, board games, and tabletop RPGs with equal curiosity and respect. The discussion isn't just about reviews or news; it's about the shared experiences, the clever mechanics, and the stories that emerge from rolling dice or pressing buttons. You'll hear about the tension of a perfectly balanced strategy game, the narrative depth of a role-playing campaign, and the sheer artistry of a well-crafted video game level. This podcast operates on the belief that a great game, whether on a screen or a table, connects people and sparks imagination. By weaving between genres, the show highlights the surprising common ground between a console controller and a character sheet, offering listeners a richer appreciation for the craft of play. Tune in for thoughtful, meandering talks that feel like hanging out with friends who are just as passionate about the latest indie gem as they are about a classic dungeon crawl. It's a celebration of games in all their forms, perfect for anyone who finds joy in both the tactile and the virtual.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 60

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Episode 19 - The Pirate campaign setting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:14
Join Chris and Nate as they develop from scratch and the top of their heads a brand new pirate themed campaign setting called "Bubble Bubble Boom Boom" (It's a working title) Also we are starting a give away, so listen t…
Episode 18 - The America Episode [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:13
In this Episode, Chris and Nate look at how American and Western game design differ from Eastern game design in honor of 4th of July. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.p…
Episode 17 - Survival-Crafters and Subnautica [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:19
This week we talk about Nate's favorite Survival Crafter Subnautica and the genre as a whole. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @cpu_to Twitc…
Episode 16 - Of Formats and Cards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:53
This week we discuss Magic the Gathering and some of the awesome and not so awesome formats you can play. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @…
Episode 15 - How space affects design [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:59
We look at a combination of RPG's and miniatures games to see how space is utilized differently across different game systems. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.…
Episode 14 - Essential Board Games [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:09
Planning on playing more board games? Well here is our "short" list of games to build out a simple collection! Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitt…
Episode 13 - When Game Mechanics Don't Work [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:54
Chris this week teaches us a new word, tune in to learn it! We discuss when mechanics get in the way of the greater goals of the game. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.…
Episode 12 - Story Telling in Board Games [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:09
This episode we look at the different ways that board games are establishing stories. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @cpu_to Facebook grou…
Episode 11.5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:51
Hey everyone, this short episode is an update on development and how things are progressing with the podcast. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitte…
Episode 11 - Mobile Gaming [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:11
We discuss the early foundation of mobile games and how they have been transformed as phones have changed today. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Blu…