Jamey Stegmaier

Jamey Stegmaier, Kickstarter guru and designer of Scythe, discusses what he wished he knew before getting into game design and Kickstarter. Topics include the importance of playtesting, building a community, learning from successful games, developing your own voice, strategies for Kickstarter, and the financial challenges of crowdfunding.

Jamey Stegmaier, the President/CEO of Stonemaier Games and a board game innovator, shares insights on communication in cooperative games. He delves into the challenges of player dynamics and the phenomenon of 'quarterbacking' that can dominate gameplay. The conversation shifts to his upcoming game, Vantage, focusing on its design mechanics that emphasize limited communication and teamwork. Listeners will enjoy anecdotes highlighting how these dynamics foster deeper connections and enhance the overall gaming experience.

Jamey Stegmaier, game designer and publisher at Stonemaier Games, shares his journey in creating beloved board games like Wingspan. He highlights the importance of community engagement and transparency in building a successful gaming company. Jamey discusses innovative strategies for launching new games, the role of AI in playtesting, and the potential for adapting board games into films. The conversation also dives into the impact of pets on creativity and the fascinating concept of legacy games, showing how fun can be a serious business edge.

Jamey Stegmaier, a board game designer, talks about designing board games and what makes a great game. He discusses game mechanisms that foster player interaction, his experience with crowdfunding through Kickstarter, and his upcoming game that is a reimagined version of a previous one.

Exploring unique game mechanisms in popular board games like Dead of Winter, Time Stories, and Eldritch Horror. Highlighting immersive storytelling, interactive features, spatial elements, and strategic gameplay. Also delving into innovative boat mechanisms in games and discussing cult favorite 'Pillars of the Earth'.