VERSUS: Warhammer 40k and Age of Sigmar Game Design
Black Blow Fly here to compare these two mighty miniature war games. Age of Sigmar was developed before the release of 8th Edition for Warhammer 40k – but which is superior?
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40K Meta Hot or Not: Genestealer Cult VS Chaos Marines
Good or Bad Design? Chaos Space Marines (CSMs) and Genestealer Cult (GSCs) has the conventional wisdom spinning in circles. Let’s explain why GSC is the newest red hot bandwagon, and why CSMs are a lot more dangerous than many think.
BGG Says the Most Popular Game Mechanic IS…
Today we crunch on the numbers and datamine on which game mechanics are ACTUALLY the most popular!
Board Game Geek’s Most and Least Popular Game Mechanics
We all THINK we love a good Worker Placement game, but how popular is it REALLY?!
40K: A Tale of Three Bolters
Bolter Discipline is now out for Beta Testing and it’s changing the game. But what about those other “Bolters” now? Let’s chat.
40K: Andy Chambers Interview: TFG Radio
This week on TFG Radio we have a bonus episode with legendary games designer, Andy Chambers!
My Ongoing Journey With Designing a Board Game
Considering it’s my job to discuss board games, it should come as no big surprise I enjoy designing them too. Today, I’m pushing myself to fully design a game and you’re welcome to follow along!
40K Combat Challenge: The Single Detachment Format
Are you tired of all the CP shenanigans, minimum sized cheap battalions, and soup-lists? Then give the Single Detachment Format a shot.
Adeptus Titanicus: Bring On The Orks
Now that the Warhound Titans are out it’s time to start thinking about the future of Adeptus Titanicus and the next logical step – WAAAGH! it up!
FFG: Designer Journal – Changing The Way You Think About ‘Winning’
Fantasy Flight Games Game Designer Nate French has some words of wisdom in the latest Design Journal Series. Changing your attitude about “Playing To Win” can improve your game and the way you treat your opponents.
Designing Games Randomly with Boardgamizer
Designing board games is a fun and interesting way to flex those creative muscles. So imagine my delight when I discovered a board game idea randomizer.
Meet the Designer: Ross Watson of Wrath & Glory
Wrath & Glory is the gripping up and coming Warhammer RPG system from Ulisses North America. This week we have an inside look at the system from one of the RPG industries best creative minds, talking about design inspiration and character elements!
