E78.5 - Caleb Grace!

In this episode of the Marvel Champions podcast, host Boomguy and co-host LazyTitan interview Caleb Grace, the (now former) lead designer of Marvel Champions. They discuss Caleb's background in gaming, the upcoming Civil War expansion, and the introduction of player vs player mechanics. Caleb shares insights into the design process, community feedback, and his favorite heroes. The conversation also touches on Caleb's transition to the Star Wars deckbuilding game and the exciting new Mandalorian expansion. Throughout the episode, Caleb emphasizes the importance of fun and empowerment in gaming, encouraging listeners to keep an open mind about new gameplay experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Marvel Champions Podcast
02:49 Caleb Grace's Background and Gaming Preferences
05:41 Transitioning from Marvel Champions to Star Wars Deck Building
08:23 The Civil War Expansion Development Process
11:04 Player vs. Player Mechanics and Influences
13:55 Balancing Competitive Play in Civil War
16:31 Customizable Scenarios and Player Engagement
19:19 Thematic Elements of the Civil War Expansion
22:16 Choosing Leaders and Their Unique Abilities
25:29 Character Development and Unique Play Styles
27:06 Product Reception and Future Prospects
28:06 Pride in Game Design: Civil War vs. Mutant Genesis
31:13 Evolution of Civil War: From Concept to Reality
33:19 Encouraging Open-Mindedness in Players
37:33 Underrated Aspects of Game Design
40:18 Transitioning from LCGs to New Product Lines
47:18 Designing Accessible Games for All Ages
50:44 Expanding the Star Wars Deck Building Universe
55:51 Innovations in Gameplay: Introducing New Modes
59:02 Gratitude and Community in Game Design
01:05:40 Outro