Low Player Count
Low Player Count is a now-defunct podcast devoted to thinking about, sometimes reviewing, but mostly discussing solo and two player boardgames and their place in the current board gaming culture. Instead of just doing reviews, we aim to dissect the larger boardgames industry through our discussions of one and two-player games, occasionally focusing on a specific game. We are three guys with a wide range of gaming interests and tastes, but all have an affinity for solo and two-player boardgames.
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Episode 77 - That's All, Folks!
02/08/2020
Episode 77 - That's All, Folks!
It’s the end! Donny and Travis wax not so eloquently about the end of Low Player Count. Thanks for joining us on the journey! Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 76 - The Diamond Jubilee Vacation
03/03/2019
Episode 76 - The Diamond Jubilee Vacation
After seemingly forever, Donny and Travis return to Low Player Count. They took four unexpected months off. In this episode, they explain where they have been, what they have been doing, and what’s going on in the future. Here we go! Times:00:40 - Intro02:00 - The Diamond Jubilee Vacation15:08 - What We’ve Been Playing & Buying38:38 - What We’ve Been Doing42:55 - What the Future Holds52:56 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 75 - Production with Joe Wiggins
11/04/2018
Episode 75 - Production with Joe Wiggins
In this episode, Donny and Travis continue their Concept to Table series, a series dedicated to looking at the life cycle of tabletop board games from creation to distribution, including many of the steps in between. In the fourth episode, the LPC Crew sits down with Joe Wiggins of Panda Games Manufacturer to discussion production. Times:00:30 - Intro04:53 - Production with Joe Wiggins65:10 - Patreon66:10 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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LPC Interview - Carla Kopp from Weird Giraffe Games
10/23/2018
LPC Interview - Carla Kopp from Weird Giraffe Games
In this episode, Travis sits down with Carla Kopp from Weird Giraffe Games to discuss their current kickstarter, Dreams of Tomorrow, the history of the company, and solo mode development. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 74 - Essen 2018 Preview
10/15/2018
Episode 74 - Essen 2018 Preview
In this episode, Donny and Travis talk about their most anticipated Essen releases. They finally give away Wendake and begin their plans for BGG.con! Times:00:41 - Intro06:47 - Patreon Stuff07:35 - Essen Preview75:00 - GameSurplus.com81:05 - Wendake Giveaway & BGGcon Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Matthias Nagy Interview - Frosted Games - Reykholt
10/12/2018
Matthias Nagy Interview - Frosted Games - Reykholt
In this episode, Travis sits down with Matthias Nagy of Frosted Games to discuss the newest game by Uwe Rosenberg, Reykholt, and other upcoming releases. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 73 - Publishing with Clay Ross and Jason Tagmire
09/30/2018
Episode 73 - Publishing with Clay Ross and Jason Tagmire
In this episode, Donny and Travis continue their Concept to Table series, a series dedicated to looking at the life cycle of tabletop board games from creation to distribution, including many of the steps in between. In the third episode, the LPC Crew sits down with publishers Clay Ross from Capstone Games and Jason Tagmire from Button Shy Games. Times:00:41 - Intro07:37 - Draft Mechanic Podcast!08:15 - Publishing Interview80:41 - GameSurplus.com81:05 - Wendake Giveaway, Essen Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 72 - Development with Nikki Valens
09/16/2018
Episode 72 - Development with Nikki Valens
In this episode, Donny and Travis continue their Concept to Table series, a series dedicated to looking at the life cycle of tabletop board games from creation to distribution, including many of the steps in between. In the second episode, the LPC Crew sits down with designer and developer Nikki Valens. Times:00:33 - Intro08:41 - Interview63:10 - 65:00 - Kickstarters: Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 71 - Game Design with Cole Wehrle & Sen-Foong Lim
08/19/2018
Episode 71 - Game Design with Cole Wehrle & Sen-Foong Lim
In this episode, Donny and Travis begin their Concept to Table series, a series dedicated to looking at the life cycle of tabletop board games from creation to distribution, including many of the steps in between. In the first episode, the LPC Crew sits down with designers Cole Wehrle & Sen-Foong Lim to talk game design. Times:00:33 - Intro08:35 - Designer Interview77:10 - 79:00 - School, Future of Concept to Table, Fort Sumter giveaway88:02 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Gen Con 2018 Recap
08/12/2018
Gen Con 2018 Recap
In this episode, Travis recaps his insanely bonkers trip to Gen Con 2018 and name drops a lot of people, places, and things. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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LPC Interview - Callin Flores, Plaid Hat Games - Guardians
07/31/2018
LPC Interview - Callin Flores, Plaid Hat Games - Guardians
In this episode, Donny sits down with Callin Flores, designer of the soon-to-be-released from Plaid Hat Games. They discuss combat systems, gamer types, and what Guardians is all about. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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LPC Interviews - Ignacy from Portal Games: Detective
07/30/2018
LPC Interviews - Ignacy from Portal Games: Detective
In this episode, Donny and Travis sit down with Ignacy from Portal Games to discuss their new release of Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game, how it plays, the spark behind it, and what it looks like over different player counts. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 70 - Solo Mode Stretch Goals
07/23/2018
Episode 70 - Solo Mode Stretch Goals
In this episode, Donny and Travis go in-depth to discuss the business and consumer sides of what happens when solitaire modes are part of stretch goals for Kickstarter campaigns. They also discuss Travis going to GenCon, the GenCant Button Shy contest, and the Indiegogo campaign for 14 Board Games from Africa. Times00:45 - Doing it Live!03:40 - Joshua Acosta Patreon Message04:30 - Solitaire Modes as Stretch Goals48:20 - Game Surplus Giveaway - Fort Sumter51:58 - Travis Goes to GenCon & GenCant61:30 - 68:52 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 69 - Micro Topics 4
06/22/2018
Episode 69 - Micro Topics 4
In this episode, Donny and Travis discuss micro topics: favorite inserts, solo gaming win/loss percentages, and most surprising recent plays. They also give away a copy of SteamRollers courtesy of Game Surplus, and say Bon Voyage to Travis for a few weeks! Times00:45 - Offending Accents, BGG, and Travis Vacation14:15 - Joshua Acosta Patreon Message15:10 - Micro Topics 4!63:20 - Game Surplus Giveaway #choochoo64:25 - 75:30 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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LPC Interviews - Jeff Beck - Getaway Driver
06/14/2018
LPC Interviews - Jeff Beck - Getaway Driver
In this minisode, Travis interviews Jeff Beck from Uproarious Games, designer of Getaway Driver out now on Kickstarter. Check out . Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 68 - The Name Game
06/05/2018
Episode 68 - The Name Game
In this episode, Donny and Travis discuss the importance of game names, and how they persuade or dissuade us from playing them. They also give away a copy of Legacy of Dragonholt, courtesy of Game Surplus, and make a huge announcement about supporting the show.Times: 02:00 - Bad News/Good News05:30 - We now have a !13:45 - Legacy of Dragonholt giveaway!16:30 - Cloak & Meeple17:00 - Game Surplus17:30 - What’s in a Name?80:30 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 67 - Tabletop Day 2018
05/20/2018
Episode 67 - Tabletop Day 2018
In this episode, Donny and Travis are joined by friend Cliff as they discuss their Tabletop Day 2018, the first multiplayer one in a while! The LPC crew also gives away a copy of LEgacy of Dragonholt, courtesy of Game Surplus.Times: 00:45 - Introductions03:50 - boardgametables.com04:40 - Inadvertent Tabletop Day06:40 - Let’s Give a Rundown!68:50 - Favorite Games of the Day72:40 - GameSurplus.com Giveaway!74:13 - Draft Mechanic podcast74:50 - End of School, Tabletop Network Conference, Penny Rails, Arboretum80:30 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Travis Gets Heavy - Solo Uwe Day
05/15/2018
Travis Gets Heavy - Solo Uwe Day
In this episode of Travis Gets Heavy, Travis relives his solitaire-only Uwe Day back in March, recounts why he loves his Uwe so much, and answers some questions. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 66 - Are Solo Games Just Puzzles?
04/22/2018
Episode 66 - Are Solo Games Just Puzzles?
In this episode, Donny and Travis discuss the age old question if solos games are just puzzles. After navigating the delicate topic, they go over the results of the Future of LPC and You Survey along with giving away Indian Summer! Times: 00:50 - Concept to Table Episodes, Tabletop Network Presentations 14:00 - Boardgametables.com 14:35 - Are Solo Games Just Puzzles? 49:10 - GameSurplus.com is So Good 49:45 - Indian Summer Giveaway 52:15 - Survey Wrap Up 67:00 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 65 - Scattergories Farming Games
04/09/2018
Episode 65 - Scattergories Farming Games
In this episode, Donny and Travis return to discuss gaming categories. This time? Farming games! The LPC crew also talks about the Future of LPC Survey and remind you about the Indian Summer giveaway. Times:01:20 - Surveys, Crowdfunding, Being Professionals, and Release Schedules...18:20 - Boardgametables.com19:10 - Farming Games, What Makes Them Great, and more...58:55 - Indian Summer Game Surplus Giveaway!60:30 - April 15th Deadlines62:00 - Van Ryder Games & Maple Games75:00 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Travis Gets Heavy - Trains & Chit 18
04/04/2018
Travis Gets Heavy - Trains & Chit 18
In this minisode of Travis Gets Heavy, he recaps the small, intimate route-building & war-gaming weekend that was Trains & Chit. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 64 - Returning to Older Games
03/27/2018
Episode 64 - Returning to Older Games
In this episode, Donny and Travis return to discuss Returning to Older Games. They also talk about the future of LPC, give away a copy of Indian Summer, and blather on about BGGcon and more. Times:01:00 - Shawn’s Abduction (Not Really)02:00 - BGGcon Return06:15 - Golden Geek Award Nomination!08:32 - Spring Break Azul Trip13:55 - Boardgametables.com15:15 - Returning to Older Games56:10 - Game Surplus Indian Summer Giveaway58:30 - 67:30 - The Hiatus72:00 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Cliff's Corner - Great Expectations of Value 3
03/04/2018
Cliff's Corner - Great Expectations of Value 3
In this minisode, Cliff continues his discussion about perceived and inherent values in gaming. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by &
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Adventuring Solo - Boardgame Implementations
02/18/2018
Adventuring Solo - Boardgame Implementations
In this minisode, Shawn talks about what’s been going on in his life and dovetails that beautifully into boardgame implementations of video games. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 63 - Micro Topics 3
02/12/2018
Episode 63 - Micro Topics 3
In this episode, the LPC Crew hits a bunch of micro topics, ranging from our greatest shame to inserts to setup efficiency to deeply satisfying turns. Come jump in the fun! Times: 00:30 - Banter 02:00 - Micro Topics III 05:00 - Secret Shame 14:00 - Setup Efficiency 23:30 - Selling 5 Games 29:21 - Multiple Characters 35:25 - Temporal Questions 39:05 - Deeply Satisfying Turns 44:45 - BOARDGAMETABLES.COM 45:30 - Anewsments 45:40 - Vast Giveaway Winner 46:20 - 48:05 - Kickstarter Excitement 54:10 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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LPC Interviews - Todd Sanders
02/04/2018
LPC Interviews - Todd Sanders
In this interview episode, Travis sits down with prolific game designer Todd Sanders to discuss PnP, his multitude of games, lower player counts, and the recently-released Pulp Detective on Kickstarter. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 62 - Scattergories: Space Opera Games
01/25/2018
Episode 62 - Scattergories: Space Opera Games
In this episode, the LPC crew discusses ancient board games, shipping privilege, and all about the category of Space Opera in games! Plus a giveaway, plus cool stuff from some of our favorite publishers. Times:01:30 - Shipping Privilege04:58 - Ancient Gaming07:20 - booooooooooardgametables.com08:11 - Scattergories: Space Opera08:50 - What even is a Space Opera game?19:10 - Games Meeting this Description33:15 - What does or does not appeal to us about Space Opera games?43:50 - Space Opera for 1-2p 47:20 - Final Thoughts on Space Opera51:15 - Game Surplus Giveaway!52:20 - Van Ryder Announcements58:50 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div> <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Delray/Flattered"><span property="dct:title">Flattered</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Cliff's Corner - Great Expectations of Value
01/15/2018
Cliff's Corner - Great Expectations of Value
In this minisode of Cliff’s Corner, Cliff begins a multi-part series about logical fallacies in boardgaming: statistics, expected value, unconventional strategies in gaming, decisions and decision-trees, and rules orientation. Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by &
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Episode 61 - 2018 Wrap Up & 2018 Look Ahead
01/07/2018
Episode 61 - 2018 Wrap Up & 2018 Look Ahead
In this episode, the LPC crew wraps up 2017 as they talk about their favorite moments, biggest regrets, and ponder what 2018 might hold for gaming. Times:00:45 - Banter02:20 - Shipping Costs08:50 - BOARDGAMETABLES.COM09:33 - Favorite Gaming Moment17:45 - Biggest Gaming Regret27:20 - Gaming Resolutions38:00 - What does 2018 hold for boardgames?44:25 - What are you looking forward to?48:30 - One Game to Watch55:45 - 2018 Hot Take70:35 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div> <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Delray/Flattered"><span property="dct:title">Flattered</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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Episode 60 - Sequels, Expansions, and Revisions - Oh My!
12/18/2017
Episode 60 - Sequels, Expansions, and Revisions - Oh My!
In this episode, the LPC crew discusses revisions, expansions, and sequels. What are they? Are they good? When is it time to make a sequel? What are games that need them? They also chat Game Surplus contest, neural networks, and end of year stuff. Times: 00:45 - Banter 02:00 - Shawn Quits (his job) 03:40 - Neural Network BGG Games 19:03 - BOARDGAMETABLES.COM 19:46 - Sequels, Expansions, and Revisions… 20:30 - Reprints, a Short Discussion 21:55 - Sequels, Spiritual and Otherwise 35:00 - Expansions and Modules 40:00 - Standalone Expansions 47:20 - Revised Versions 61:30 - Solo Gaming Afterthoughts via KS 65:50 - #thanksgamesurplus 70:35 - End Bits Check us out online here: | | | | | | | Sponsored by & Music: <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Ray_Gun/Ray_Gun_-_FasterFasterBrighter"><span property="dct:title">Ray Gun - FasterFasterBrighter</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div> <div xmlns:cc="http://creativecommons.org/ns#" xmlns:dct="http://purl.org/dc/terms/" about="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Delray/Flattered"><span property="dct:title">Flattered</span> (<a rel="cc:attributionURL" property="cc:attributionName" href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/">Blue Dot Sessions</a>) / <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/">CC BY-NC 4.0</a></div>
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