Board game design is a deep and often challenging pursuit. We explore all aspects of game design and the fun problems (and solutions) that come with it.
#45 - The Best Design Advice on the Internet – Part 4
The best game design advice on the internet can be found at https://daniel.games/ – we can't recommend it highly enough! This is part 3 of a series where we explore the game design blog "Daniel.Games," written by Daniel Piechnick.
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Big thanks to Eduard Matei for our theme song!
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#44 - Peter's 2024 Finances (Industry Talk)
Peter and AJ embark on a journey through the intricacies of royalties, advances, and the challenges of managing income as full-time game designers. With transparency as their guiding principle, they discuss the importance of understanding money, navigating contracts, and planning for financial stability in an unpredictable market.
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Email: [email protected]
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Big thanks to Eduard Matei for our theme song!
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#43 Co-designing
Welcome to Fun Problems, where we dive into the challenges and joys of game design and podcasting. In this episode, hosts Peter C. Hayward and AJ Brandon are joined by special guest Alex Cutler to discuss the ins and outs of codesigning board games with another designer.
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Big thanks to Eduard Matei for our theme song!
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#42 BONUS Holiday Special
In this special holiday edition of "Fun Problems," host Peter C. Hayward takes center stage to delve into the cultural nuances and underlying assumptions of beloved games like Go, Dominion, and Wingspan. Peter explores how culture and timing influence game success, challenging the popular notion of universal game design truths.
This engaging episode also includes personal stories, playful banter with co-host AJ, and a light-hearted discussion on the pet peeves of gamers and game designers alike. From frustrating player behaviors to the intricacies of rulebook design, this episode provides an entertaining deep dive into the world of tabletop gaming, offering both laughter and valuable insights.
Discord: https://discord.gg/BjerXtQ3Me
Email: [email protected]
Facebook/Twitter: @FunProblemsPod
Big thanks to Eduard Matei for our theme song!
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#41 - The Best Design Advice on the Internet – Part 3
Today is part 3 of a series where AJ and Peter explore the game design blog "Daniel.Games," written by Daniel Piechnick.
Discord: https://discord.gg/BjerXtQ3Me
Email: [email protected]
Facebook/Twitter: @FunProblemsPod
Big thanks to Eduard Matei for our theme song!
Board game design is a deep and often challenging pursuit. We explore all aspects of game design and the fun problems (and solutions) that come with it.
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