One Stop Co-Op Shop
Peter Gousis, Michael Kelley, Steve Kingsley
One Stop Co-Op Shop is a podcast about cooperative boardgames. Game designers & publishers, Peter Gousis & Michael Kelley host the podcast.
Every other week we take one game and break it down to it's top 5 points (the good, the bad and our overall impressions). After we discuss the game we have a design discussion about one of the parts of the game.
We will also have occasional podcasts reviewing solo games, and other special episodes.
To see our other content check out the links below:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
and
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPCIkULbgzMEW612cSdUX7Q
Podcast - https://soundcloud.com/onestopcoopshop
Discord - https://discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Facebook - www.facebook.com/onestopcoopshop
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - https://www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
Every other week we take one game and break it down to it's top 5 points (the good, the bad and our overall impressions). After we discuss the game we have a design discussion about one of the parts of the game.
We will also have occasional podcasts reviewing solo games, and other special episodes.
To see our other content check out the links below:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
and
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPCIkULbgzMEW612cSdUX7Q
Podcast - https://soundcloud.com/onestopcoopshop
Discord - https://discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Facebook - www.facebook.com/onestopcoopshop
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - https://www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
Episodes
Mentioned books
Nov 2, 2025 • 31min
494 | What is your Mission? | Design Discussion
This week Peter & Mike have a design discussion about missions and what they can add to your game.
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YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
X - @onestopcoopshop
Discord - discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Merch: one-stop-co-op-shop.creator-spring.com/
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
Oct 27, 2025 • 50min
493 | Deckers | Review
Peter and Mike dive into the mechanics of Deckers, a Renegade reboot featuring 15-card decks and unique cooperative gameplay. They explore spark spawning, varied objectives, and how card evolution enhances strategy. Insights into game components reveal great value, while discussions on mission difficulty and balancing player count highlight the learning curve. The hosts also draw comparisons to Spirit Island and share thoughts on solo play vs. multiplayer challenges. It's a deep dive into cooperative puzzle play that promises engaging variety!
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Oct 21, 2025 • 35min
492 | Two to Five Xs | Design Discussion
Dive into the intriguing world of 4X games as Peter and Mike dissect their core elements: explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate. They question if traditional definitions meet player expectations and discuss whether the latest board games are losing key components, like tech trees. Highlights include the introduction of a fifth 'X'—expertise or tech—suggesting it ties together the existing elements. The hosts also explore the significance of exploration mechanics, making for a thoughtful discussion on the evolution of board gaming.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 52min
491 | Uprising: Curse of the Last Emperor | Review
This week, the hosts dive into the intricacies of Uprising: Curse of the Last Emperor, exploring its faction dynamics and event-driven gameplay. They discuss the thrill of tactical combat and how diverse enemy designs keep players engaged. The critique of faction differentiation leads to insights on the need for better hero versus faction growth. Fast-paced micro-actions and the balance of luck in dice combat are highlighted, ensuring an exciting experience. Final thoughts include praise for the game’s solo mode and its recommended audience.
Oct 5, 2025 • 36min
490 | Complexity, huh! What is it good for? | Design Discussion
This week Peter & Mike have a design discussion about complexity, and how much is too much.
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YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
X - @onestopcoopshop
Discord - discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Merch: one-stop-co-op-shop.creator-spring.com/
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 1min
489 | Kingdoms Forlorn: Dragons, Devils and Kings | Review
This week Peter & Mike review Kingdoms Forlorn. Next week we will have a related design discussion about complexity in games.
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YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
X - @onestopcoopshop
Discord - discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Merch: one-stop-co-op-shop.creator-spring.com/
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
Sep 21, 2025 • 44min
488 | Taboo Topics | Design Discussion
This week Peter & Mike have a related design discussion about taboo topics in board games and how to handle them.
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YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
X - @onestopcoopshop
Discord - discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Merch: one-stop-co-op-shop.creator-spring.com/
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
Sep 15, 2025 • 41min
487 | Purple Haze | Review
This week Peter & Mike review Purple Haze. Next week we will have a related design discussion about taboo topics in board games and how to handle them.
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YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
X - @onestopcoopshop
Discord - discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Merch: one-stop-co-op-shop.creator-spring.com/
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
Sep 8, 2025 • 41min
486 | Can Cooperative Games be Abstracts? | Design Discussion
This week Peter, & Mike have a design discussion about designing abstract games. Can cooperative games truly be abstract?
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YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
X - @onestopcoopshop
Discord - discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Merch: one-stop-co-op-shop.creator-spring.com/
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
Aug 31, 2025 • 47min
485 | Santorini: Riddle of the Sphinx | Review
This week Peter & Mike review Santorini: Riddle of the Sphinx. Next week we will have a related design discussion about abstract games.
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YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCrOtGhui_jdLdoQNI7PU4Pg
X - @onestopcoopshop
Discord - discord.gg/p4jX8AF
Merch: one-stop-co-op-shop.creator-spring.com/
Donate to One Stop Co-op Shop - www.patreon.com/onestop
Email - onestopcoopshop@gmail.com
