Get ready for an extensive list of anticipated board games for 2024 from special guests Cole, Nick, Brooke, Ted, and Alita of Leder Games. Dive into discussions about upcoming releases like Codex 4 for Twilight Imperium, Mass Effect board game, South African Rails, Mordred, Let's Go to Japan, and Kyoto No Neko. Excitement builds as the hosts share their preferences and insights on game design advancements and unique themes.
Transitioning from Twilight Imperium base game to campaign mode is eagerly anticipated.
Converting rules from past Twilight Imperium editions for new gameplay experiences.
Deep dives
The Most Anticipated Board Games of 2024
The podcast episode discusses the most anticipated board games coming in 2024, including Mr. President from GMT games, Endeavor Deep Sea remade, Heavy Rain expansion for Heat, and unique narrative puzzle game Morrison Game Factory.
The Importance of Board Presence in Heat
Board presence is highlighted as crucial in the game Heat, where having a strong board position often leads to victory in gameplay. The importance of strategic positioning and control on the board is emphasized throughout the matches.
Personal Reflections on Playing Twilight Imperium
The host reflects on their experiences playing Twilight Imperium and their journey through base game matches to prepare for the upcoming campaign arcs. Strategies and lessons learned from base game sessions are being carried forward to the upcoming campaign mode.
The Exciting Prospect of Campaign Arcs in Twilight Imperium
The anticipation for diving into campaign arcs in Twilight Imperium is shared, emphasizing the expected depth and complexity of the new mode. The transition from base gameplay to the upcoming campaign experience is eagerly awaited by players.
Creating Variant Versions of Twilight Imperium in Twilight Imperium 4th Edition
An idea is proposed to convert rules from previous editions of Twilight Imperium into versions compatible with Twilight Imperium 4th Edition. The concept involves merging elements from past editions into the fourth edition rule set, offering a new gameplay experience.
Reflections on Solo Podcasting
The host delves into the challenges of solo podcasting, expressing vulnerabilities and the desire for engagement and laughter from listeners. The experience of talking alone is likened to stand-up comedy without immediate feedback, highlighting the unique dynamics of solo podcasting.
Beach episode time! This week we've taken the Galactic Council poll results and really ran with it. Instead of just hearing about what games Matt and Hunter are looking forward to we've basically asked everyone we know to submit their games. Get your pen and paper out because you about to get a big ol' list of interesting suggestions from people with excellent taste, also EJ is in there.
Special thanks to Cole, Nick, Brooke, Ted, and Alita of Leder Games.
Normal Regular thanks to EJ Sanders of the Walmart Corporation.
Music provided by Ben Prunty. Find more at benpruntymusic.com or benprunty.bandcamp.com
Additional Music and Sounds by Brian Kupillas. https://wanderinglake.bandcamp.com/