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I take a first look at the game of 'sad space cowboys' Orbtial Blues from Soul Muppet Publishing. The post Orbital Blues – First Read appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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Brainwaves 148 brings you interviews with the winners of the Spiel des Jahres, alongside all the most important news from across the hobby. The post Brainwaves Episode 148 –...
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This is the summary of all the stories we covered in Brainwaves episode 148. The post News Digest 148 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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Hamlet is a game of weird tiles, swole donkeys, and an emergent economy that really captured my imagination on my first play. The post Hamlet – First Thoughts appeared first on...
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It's the latest episode of Brainwaves, the only tabletop news show that brings you the stories that really matter. The post Brainwaves Episode 147 – Scammers Delight appeared...
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A digest of all the news we covered in episode 147 of Brainwaves The post News Digest 147 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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I take a first look at Salvage Union from Leyline Press, a game of mechs, community, and survival in the wasteland. The post Salvage Union – First Read appeared first on The...
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It's been a quieter couple of weeks in tabletop world but there is always more news! The post Brainwaves Episode 146 – Hull Breach appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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This is a summary of all the news we covered in episode 146 of Brainwaves. It is not a full transcript. The post News Digest 146 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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The team return with tales of Trademark Terror, Spiel nominations, journalism threats, and more! The post Brainwaves Episode 145 – Trademark Trouble appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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This is the news digest for episode 145 of Brainwaves. The post News Digest Brainwaves Episode 145 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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I recorded a load of interviews at UK Games Expo and here they are! The post Brainwaves Special Edition – UK Games Expo 2024 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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I take a first read of the DIE RPG, a game that examines what it means to play an RPG. Are you ready? The post DIE the RPG – First Read appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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A summary of all the news we covered in episode 144 of Brainwaves The post News Digest Brainwaves Episode 144 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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The whole team are back together to cover a bumper fortnight in the world of tabletop gaming. The post Brainwaves Episode 144 – Merger Palooza appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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Journey into the Siberian wilderness to investigate a mysterious meteor, and maybe bolt a pair of goggles onto a robot. The post The Long and Winding Road appeared first on The...
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It's day 2, and the small amount of day 3, from UK Games Expo. Some reflection on my place in the hobby. The post Games Expo 2024 – Day 2 & 3 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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Day 1 report from the UK's biggest convention. The post Games Expo 2024 – Day 1 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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It's day zero of Games Expo! What did I get up to, who did I see, and what does the day bring? The post Games Expo 2024 – Day 0 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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Welcome to Deathmatch Island. Play to win! The post Deathmatch Island – First Read appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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Iain and Oliver cover the latest tabletop gaming news and cover a burning question from last year! The post Brainwaves Episode 143 – Awards Accountability appeared first on The...
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This is a copy of the “script” we used to organise Brainwaves Episode 143. It is not a full transcript but should give you an overview of the news as we reported it. Quotes......
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In response to the email from Mythic Games I have decided to 'review' their latest game 6: Siege. Shots fired. The post 6: Siege – First Thoughts appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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The world of wargames is diversifying and expanding every year, allowing for experiments like Votes for Women. Should you ratify or veto this game? The post Who rules the...
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The latest news from across the globe is brought to you by the Brainwaves team! The post Brainwaves Episode 142 – Unions Unite appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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A summary of all the news covered in episode 142 of Brainwaves The post News Digest Episode 142 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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It has been a busy time in the world of the tabletop industry. We bring you the news that really matters, no matter where it might be found. The post Brainwaves Episode 141 –...
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A summary of all the news covered in episode 141 of Brainwaves. The post News Digest Episode 141 appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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Another special from my time in Sweden where I led a panel on reviewing RPGs. The post How do we review RPGs? appeared first on The Giant Brain.
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Brindlewood Bay takes the traditional mystery RPG model and turns it on its head. Is that for you? Is it for me? The post Magical Mystery Tour appeared first on The Giant Brain.