THE OMNIGAMERS’ CLUB (Daniel Wynter and Mark Yuasa)
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| 20 Nov 2024 | The Playlist - November 20 | 00:59:26 | |
We’re back with a healthy balance of all the games we’ve been playing. Daniel revisits some childhood nostalgia with the saga of Ufouria and Mark has been entangled with the Terminator franchise. Topics Discussed
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Further Reading: Wyrd Science Bundle: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/499186/wyrd-science-vol-1-issues-1-6-bundle-bundle Games Omnivorous Boreal Frostlands Hexcrawl Tiles https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/games-omnivorous/boreal-frostlands Lairs Kickstarter Mothership Month https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/35ce4a9a-b5d8-4f6a-a39d-00c9c48d5f25/landing Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/9ab0w9GhUik Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Hellblade 2: Senua's Saga | |||
| 09 Oct 2024 | The Playlist - October 09, 2024 | 00:56:33 | |
We’re falling into Autumn with the latest news and games we’ve been playing. We discuss the art of game rules, the perils of IP in TTRPG’s and gaming out strategies on Board Game Arena. Topics Discussed:
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Further Reading: Morkborg: Heresy Supreme Pathfinder: The Dragon’s Demand Salvage Union Starter Set https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/leyline-press/salvage-union-starter-set Salvage Union review from Giant Brain https://giantbrain.co.uk/2024/09/28/salvage-union-gms-review/ Gundam Card Game Rules of Play video by Amabel Holland Discworld RPG https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/modiphius/terry-pratchetts-discworld-rpg Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game Cult of the Lamb | |||
| 27 Nov 2024 | Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II | 01:04:30 | |
We’re once again going viking, with the cinematic spectacle of the video game Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II.We discuss the shift from the first game’s internal odyssey to an outward looking road trip, the purpose of violence, and the art of contemplating rocks. Further Reading Hellblade Helpline: https://senuassaga.com/mental-health-support Hellblade 2: The Others https://kotaku.com/hellblade-2-senuas-saga-narrator-replay-1851497118 Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game Slay the Spire or Scum & Villainy | |||
| 18 Sep 2024 | Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn | 00:51:57 | |
We’re packing lock, stock and sebo board to discuss Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, the action adventure game from A44. We discuss the friction of balancing souls-like mechanics with coolness meters, the perils of AA games chasing AAA values and the noble pursuit of sebo. Timestamps
Further Reading Join the Club at https://www.omnigamers.club/ Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/1sgu4RC0mTs Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured Game Lorcana | |||
| 22 Jan 2025 | The Playlist - Jan 22, 2025 | 01:08:21 | |
We’re back with the first playlist of the year and all the games we can pack into our holiday bag. We also cover the history of portable video gaming as Mark explores the history of retro consoles and Daniel muses on the Nintendo Switch 2 announcement. Games Discussed
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Further Reading: Starscape TTRPG Starscape – Golden Lasso Games Decuma Exclusion Zone Botanist: Epsilon https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/exeuntpress/exclusion-zone-botanist-epsilon Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/qPf1jsLNxew Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Pentiment | |||
| 13 Nov 2024 | The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle Earth | 00:49:34 | |
We welcome Alex McKenzie from Meeple and the Moose to join our fellowship in discussing The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle Earth. We review our feelings on 7 Wonders Duel to discuss what eagles, olyphants and Gollum add to the stew. Further Reading Meeple and the Moose https://meepleandthemoose.com/ Omnigamers’ Club episode on 7 Wonders Duel https://www.omnigamers.club/2022/01/7-wonders-duel-pantheon-and-architects.html Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game Sengua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 Website https://www.omnigamers.club/2024/11/the-lord-of-rings-duel-for-middle-earth.html | |||
| 11 Dec 2024 | The Playlist - December 8, 2024 | 00:54:42 | |
Mark and special guest Denis Ryan talk about Alien, Disney Chronicles of Light, Indiana Jones, and Star Wars. Wait. Are we sure this is a games show any more? While there is more movie (and podcast) talk than usual, we do get to the games, including: Do: Pilgrims of the Flying Temple, Nine Sols, and Vampire Survivors - Castlevania DLC. Topics Discussed
Further Reading: Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Denis at https://bsky.app/profile/quaidrayn.bsky.social Follow Mark at https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Scum and Villainy | |||
| 27 Dec 2024 | Scum & Villainy with Greg Loring-Albright | 01:22:18 | |
Our ragtag gang is joined by game designer Greg Loring Albright to discuss TTRPG Scum and Villainy. We compare the GM and player experiences, discuss what it means to define your own sense of success and failure, and give some tips for navigating the joys and pitfalls of a freeform fiction first roleplaying experience…in space! Other games discussed: Blades in the Dark, a|state, CBR PNK, Ironsworn: Starforged Further Reading Keep the Faith Follow Greg gloringalbright.com
https://bsky.app/profile/gregisonthego.bsky.social Check out the video version of the podcast at
https://youtu.be/bsgwWkHJeu0 Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game Slay the Spire: The Board Game | |||
| 12 Mar 2025 | 97 - The Gang, 13 Sentinels | 01:11:54 | |
We discuss some of the mounting uncertainties across the gaming community and discoveries from the Steam Next Fest. Daniel looks at how card game The Gang goes against the odds and explores whether poker can be fun without betting. Mark examines the virtual novel/strategy game 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim and how it synthesizes its multitudinous genres and narratives. Games Discussed
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Links Board Game Wire Tariff news: Rascal Tariff news https://www.rascal.news/tabletop-companies-are-waiting-for-the-ship-to-come-in-on-tariffs/ Better Offline - How Growth Is Killing Video Games A Pivot to Indie Won’t Save Us https://auratriolo.com/blog/2025/01/15/a-pivot-to-indie-wont-save-us/ Check out the video version of the podcast Follow Daniel https://bsky.app/profile/boardgamefeast.bsky.social Follow Mark https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to | |||
| 29 Jan 2025 | Pentiment | 01:02:18 | |
We investigate the mysteries of history in this episode’s feature, the video game Pentiment. We interrogate this narrative murder mystery to explore the taxonomy of roleplaying, the representation of history with individual/communal memory and player agency in attempting to solve the unsolvable Further Reading: NoClip: The Making of Pentiment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffIdgOBYwbc Beyond Solitaire interview with Josh Sawyer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ntuJH9-efk Terminal City Tabletop Convention Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/FVbtqeHAVtg Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Wildlands | |||
| 23 Oct 2024 | The Playlist - October 23, 2024 | 01:06:43 | |
This episode we’re braving the bad vibes of British Columbia to bring you the latest in games and gaming news. We discuss our experience with board games prototypes in Bellingham, the troubled history of Civilization clones, and how Sunderfolk is blurring the lines between digital and analog games. Timestamps
Further Reading: Epilogue: Finish your Story https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/violetdaisygames/epilogue-finish-your-story The Darkest Woods: Sunderfolk https://www.dreamhaven.com/games/sunderfolk Chicken Fried Dice https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/urban-pro-games/chicken-fried-dice Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/pAoxbbU9aJ0 Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game Lasers & Feelings, or Lord of the Rings: Duel | |||
| 19 Feb 2025 | The Playlist - February 19, 2025 | 01:00:02 | |
This episode we’re surfing the time continuum to bring you a selection of new crowdfunding projects that all seem to be reminiscing on the inevitable temporal totality looming over us all, for no particular reason. We’re also both continuing to explore retro gaming options and new solo TTRPG experience. Games Discussed
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Further Reading: Anbernic RG406H Reviewhttps://retrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-rg406h-review/ Keep the Faith Fukuzatsu+ 複雑 (or Taured Poker) Legacy of Kain Encyclopedia and TTRPG Noclip Legacy of Cain Documentary https://youtu.be/ZN16KVrEP8Q?si=2OzWJ0R4vossGpav Heavy Weighs the Crown https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alwayscheckers/heavy-weighs-the-crown Prequel https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ethanyen/prequel-rpg Against Time and Death The Words We Leave Behind Check out the video version of the podcast Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Wildlands | |||
| 26 Feb 2025 | Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy; Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake | 01:09:07 | |
This week we’re serving up a new format for the show with a unified structure that should allow some more flexibility and balance in our coverage. Daniel explores the virtue of restraint in conquering the galaxy in Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy; Mark has a jelly goo time with nostalgia in Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Games Discussed
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Links Check out the video version of the podcast Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to | |||
| 05 Feb 2025 | The Playlist - Feb 05, 2025 | 01:11:52 | |
On this week’s playlist we update our journals with some highlights from Zine Quest, Mark gives a tech review of his latest retro handheld, and Daniel continues to sample the SodaPop collection of board games. Games Discussed
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Further Reading: Anbernic RG35XXSP https://retrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-rg35xx-sp-review/ A Perfect Rock https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/deepdarkgames/a-perfect-rock Bonds Between https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/residentbard/bonds-between Sqwurmish Realis https://thecalcutec.itch.io/realis Yet Another Killing Game https://store.steampowered.com/app/3217970/Yet_Another_Killing_Game The Weekly Scroll Podcast Interview Watt (Cloud Empress) https://youtu.be/hXSGco7BsU4?si=tkYiT31hxorM6HTT Check out the video version of the podcast Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Wildlands | |||
| 08 Jan 2025 | The Omnigamer Games 0f 2024 | 01:23:35 | |
Before we unbox 2025, we’re reminiscing on some of our favourite game experiences of 2024*, on all platforms across the spectrum from screen to table. *not necessarily released that year. Games Discussed Video Games: Star Wars Outlaws, Against the Storm, Chants of Sennaar, Heaven’s Vault, Thank Goodness You’re Here, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Metroid Dread, Little Kitty Big City, Unicorn Overlord, Metaphor Refantazio, Harold Halibut, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Aliens Dark Descent, Balatro, UFO 50, Noise1 Board Games: Arcs, Let’s Go to Japan, Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle Earth, Sea Salt & Paper, Daybreak, Stardew Valley, Kutna Hora: The City of Silver, The King is Dead Roleplaying Games: City of Mist, The Portal at Hill House, The Strange, Old Morris Cave (Thousand Year Old Campfire), Cyberpunk Red, Mothership Timestamps Video Games: 5:00 Board Games: 46:14 TTRPGs: 1:05:00 Outro: 1:21:00 Further Reading: Rebel FM Video Game Music Spectacular https://rebelfm.libsyn.com/the-rebel-fm-2024-video-game-music-spectacular Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Slay the Spire with Sean Weeks | |||
| 25 Sep 2024 | The Playlist - September 25, 2024 | 00:57:46 | |
School’s back in session, and this episode’s curriculum includes games preservation, independent games media, and designing your own TTRPG hack. We highlight some of our favourite media for games coverage, and discuss the latest games we’ve been playing Topics Discussed: News: UFO 50, Indie games news, Accessible Gaming Charity Bundle Video Games: Heaven’s Vault, Star Wars Outlaws, Once Human Board Games: Andromeda’s Edge, Woodcraft, Orleans TTRPGs: Scum & Villainy, writing RPG hacks Short description Timestamps
Further Reading: Aftermathhttps://aftermath.site/ Remap Radio 404 Mediahttps://www.404media.co/ Rascal News Wyrd Science Magazinehttps://www.wyrdscience.online/ Senet Magazine:https://senetmagazine.com/ Tabletop Gaming Magazinehttps://www.tabletopgaming.co.uk/ TTRPGs for Accessible Gaming Charity Bundle https://itch.io/b/2623/ttrpgs-for-accessible-gaming-charity-bundle Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Lorcana | |||
| 06 Nov 2024 | The Playlist - November 6, 2024 | 01:01:56 | |
It’s the playlist for November 6th, 2024. We discuss Kurt Vonnegut's lost board game, Pokemon TCG Pocket, Cyberpunk Red, Nekojima, Nawali, Throne and Liberty, and more. Timestamps
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Further Reading: Beyond Solitaire: Geoff Engelstein on Kurt Vonnegut's Lost Board Game https://youtu.be/IJBNK18nhn8?si=MeqqSkgpMR0Xzcew Geoff Engelstein’s GameTek newsletter https://substack.com/@geoffengelstein Mothership Month https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/35ce4a9a-b5d8-4f6a-a39d-00c9c48d5f25/landing Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle-earth | |||
| 02 Oct 2024 | Disney’s Lorcana | 01:02:59 | |
Daniel and Mark rip open some packs of Disney’s Lorcana, a trading card game from boardgame and puzzle publisher Ravensburger. We discuss how the game has developed from a famously rocky launch, to a seasoned game in the last year since its release. Does Lorcana have enough new and interesting gameplay to distinguish it from the rest of the pack? Or has the magic evaporated like Cinderella’s carriage at midnight? Timestamps Outro: 1:00:29 Further Reading: Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Cult of the Lamb | |||
| 18 Dec 2024 | The Playlist - December 18th, 2024 | 01:06:22 | |
Daniel’s back with this recap of PAX Unplugged. We discuss indie alternatives to game distribution, our favourite candy to gamble in poker, and the most satisfying implements to hit fascists with in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Topics Discussed
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Further Reading: Indie Game Developer Network Indie Press Revolution https://www.indiepressrevolution.com/ Plus One EXP Chicken Fried Dice https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/urban-pro-games/chicken-fried-dice PNW Card Games https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tomcardgames/pnw-a-book-of-card-games Pocket Bard Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game: Scum and Villainy with Greg Loring-Albright | |||
| 16 Oct 2024 | Cult of the Lamb with AnnaMaria Phelps | 01:03:02 | |
We welcome AnnaMaria Phelps of Violet Daisy games to discuss their latest offering on the altar of games: Epilogue. Then we theologize on the worthiness of Cult of the Lamb, the video game of crusades and communes. We discuss how it synthesizes its two game modes, the art of Kimo-Kawaii and whether it’s possible to run an ethical cult. Timestamps
Epilogue Kickstarter Violet Daisy Games Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/wKkEF4UoXGg Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured Game: Lasers and Feelings | |||
| 05 Mar 2025 | 96 - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Another Code Recollection | 00:58:14 | |
Daniel contemplates the terror of empty fields and monotony of invisible mutants in survival shooter Stalker 2; Mark reminisces on another remaster and the art of the mystery in adventure puzzle collection Another Code Recollection Games Discussed
Timestamps Start: 00:0 Appetizer: 01:55 Game 1: 11:04 Game 2: 25:31 Desert: 45:02 Links Tumulus https://www.skeletoncodemachine.com/p/tumulus Ludology - Check out the video version of the podcast Follow Daniel https://bsky.app/profile/boardgamefeast.bsky.social Follow Mark https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. | |||
| 28 Aug 2024 | The Playlist. August 28, 2024. | 00:58:43 | |
Daniel is back from vacation so we’re returning with a bumper Playlist of games, from bite-sized travel games to bite-based roleplaying. We also report on our highlights from the Vancouver Game Garden showcase of indie video games. Topics Discussed
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Further Reading Find links to the games discussed from the Vancouver Game Garden (and more) at:https://vangamegarden.com/ Drive Through RPG Meguey Baker vs Cancer Bundlehttps://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/480847/meguey-baker-vs-cancer-bundle Rascal News on D&D Edition Warshttps://www.rascal.news/edition-wars-have-made-a-battleground-of-dndbeyond-dungeons-dragons-fifth-edition/ Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to | |||
| 11 Sep 2024 | The Playlist - September 11, 2024 | 00:58:36 | |
We’re back with Commander Shepherd’s favourite podcast on the citadel, bringing you the latest news and releases for games across the galaxy of platforms. We discuss Concord’s role in life expectancy of life service games, how Daybreak combats the climate crisis, and the role of improvisation in TTRPG’s Topics Discussed
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Further Reading: People Make Games: The Games Behind Your Government's Next War https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYaDXZ2MI-k Mass Effect: Priority Hagalaz https://modiphius.net/pages/mass-effect-board-game Lacksmith by Jamie Daggers https://itch.io/jam/one-page-rpg-jam-2024/rate/2924284 Moon Bunny https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hotbananagames/moon-bunny Check out the video version of the podcast at Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark Send your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured Game: Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn | |||
| 15 Jan 2025 | Slay the Spire: The Board Game | 01:15:08 | |
We’re joined by Sean Weeks to tackle Slay the Spire, the towering pinnacle of games design that went there and back again, transcending the analog/digital divide. We sail the card river of randomization and discuss the art of board game adaptations, the taxonomy of genre and whether co-op play can change player behaviour. Other games discussed: Dominion, Ascension, Aeon’s End, Frostpunk, Gwent Further Reading Role of Play podcast coming soon https://substack.com/@roleofplay Check out Sean’s writing (unless your name rhymes with Dam Doltman) Follow Sean at Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/weekswriter.bsky.social Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/amHNL6BJbl4 Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeast Follow Mark at https://bsky.app/profile/markyuasa.bsky.social Send your questions, feedback and comments to Next Featured Game Pentiment | |||
| 25 Jan 2022 | 7 Wonders Duel, Pantheon, and Architects | 00:53:18 | |
It’s a duel for the ages, all 3 of them! Especially as Mark and Daniel find themselves disagreeing more than any game yet. This episode we explore the marble pillar of 2 player board games: 7 Wonders Duel, it’s relationship to the original game and a brief discussion of the new 7 Wonders Architects.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsThe Playlist - 1:207 Wonders: Duel - 7:317 Wonders: Duel: Pantheon - 35:077 Wonders: Architects - 40:45Other Games DiscussedAlan Wake RemasteredGuardians of the GalaxyBlasphemousFinal Fantasy XIINext EpisodeBackbone (https://www.eggnut.net/)omnigamers-012-7-wonders-duel-architects.mp3
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| 08 May 2024 | Let’s Go! To Japan | 00:48:13 | |
This episode we’re jetting off to Japan, or at least we will be as soon as we’re done planning the perfect itinerary. Game designer Amanda Vallerand joins us to talk about Lets Go! To Japan, the board game about preparing and executing your dream vacation. We discuss flavour text, player expression through storytelling and where we’d like to Let’s Go! Next.Further ReadingWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-Nr8EyuQ2kEFollow Amanda’s blog https://subsurfacegames.ca/Sign up to be notified of Puppets in High Places’ Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/subsurfacegames/puppets-in-high-placesTTRPG Itch.io bundle https://itch.io/b/2383/ttrpgs-for-trans-rights-west-virginiaWe’re trying out a new video format for more ways to join the club. You can subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next EpisodeBotany ManorHarold HalibutEpisode FileOGC-057-Lets-Go-To-Japan.mp3
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| 29 May 2024 | The Playlist. May 29, 2024. | 00:40:27 | |
It’s the playlist for May 29th. We discuss the games we’ve been playing, and industry news including Video Games, Board Games, TTRPGS, and for the first time, Wargames.Games DiscussedVideo Games: Another Crabs Treasure, Hades 2, Children of Morta, Prince of Persia The Lost Crown, Hellblade Senua’s Sacrifice, Warhammer 40,000 Rogue TraderBoard Games: Darwin’s JourneyTTRPGS/Wargames: Five Parsecs from Home, Adventure Wargames, One Page Rules, Core SpaceFurther ReadingPuppets in High Places Kickstarterhttp://kck.st/3yAEsE5Children of Morta Kickstarterhttp://kck.st/3JRMT0fCheck out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/bJBzq4c0duIWe’re trying out a new video format for more ways to join the club. You can subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured GameThe Binding of Isaac: Four SoulsEpisode FileOGC-059-Playlist.mp3
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| 22 Dec 2022 | Spirit Island | 01:14:12 | |
We’ve discovered a new island in the sea of board games and we’re staking our claim. It sure would be inconvenient if any other podcasters had already discussed it. This episode is all about Spirit Island, the hit co-operative game about decolonization. We discuss the nature of communication and quarterbacking in co-operative games, accessibility by way of difficulty and what it means to be anti-colonial.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsThe Appetizer (News): 0:55Whatcha Been Playing: 6:00Main Game: 30:22Other Games DiscussedBoard games: Twilight Inscription, Hadrian’s Wall, KeyflowerVideo games: Vampire Survivors, Dwarf Fortress, Tales of Symphonia, Pokemon Violet, High on Life, Resident Evil Village, Learn Japanese to Survive: Kanji CombatNext EpisodeHadesEpisode Linkomnigamers-029-spirit-island.mp3
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| 28 Sep 2021 | Iron Harvest | 00:42:01 | |
Lions and Tigers and mechs, oh my! This week we’re travelling back to the world of 1920+. No not Scythe, but Iron Harvest, the video game inspired by the same alternate history universe by Jakub Różalski.Join Mark and Daniel as they talk Diesel-Punk, Euro-Jank and more in light of this Real-Time Strategy Game.Follow us on social media for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief!omnigamers-004-iron-harvest.mp3
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| 06 Jun 2023 | Caverna | 01:22:12 | |
Grab yer lantern and pick, we’re delving deep and shining a light on Caverna, the Uwe Rosenburg’s re-imagining of his classic Agricola, now a classic in its own right. We discuss punishment in games, forms of replayability and the joy of playing farm.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:02Playlist: 10:51Main Topic: 35:08Games DiscussedSakuna: of Rice and Ruin, Cult of the Lamb, .Hack G/U, Unmatched: Teen Spirit, Yura Yura PenguinNext EpisodeTears of the KingdomEpisode Fileomnigamers-038-caverna.mp3
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| 15 Mar 2022 | Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-Shot Adventure | 00:54:33 | |
Hold on to your badonkadonks, our next podcast is covering the new standalone version of Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep (originally DLC for Borderlands 2). We use this bite-sized adventure as a lens to explore a retrospective on the broader Borderlands series and especially how the divisive Tina has come to be such a representative focal point.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsThe Playlist: 050Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: 9:50Other Games DiscussedElden Ring, My City, Borderlands series, Tapestry, A Feast for Odin.Next EpisodeTerminal City Tabletop Convention Live Stream! Lost Cities: The Card Game.omnigamers-015-tiny-tinas-assault-on-dragon-keep-borderlands.mp3
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| 09 May 2023 | Roll & Write Games | 01:12:04 | |
Grab your pencils and 99 of your closest friends, we’re drafting up something completely different and looking at the genre of Roll & Write board games. Mark is away but Daniel is joined by Denis Ryan to give a primer for what these games entail, what they bring to the table and some of our favourite examples.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club.TimestampsNews: 7:00Playlist: 9:48Main Topic: 28:17Games Discussed:Infinite Guitars, Portal RTX, Vampire SurvivorsCatan, Zaberias, Sushi Go,Yahtzee, Floor Plan, Welcome to Dinosaur World, Cartographers, Railroad Ink, Isle of Cats Explore and Draw, Retrograde, Ganz Schon Clever, Welcome ToNext Episode:Minecraft LegendsEpisode File:omnigamers-036-roll-and-writes.mp3
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| 25 Oct 2022 | SHUX 2022 Grab Bag | 01:16:01 | |
This episode we’re taking a break from our regular schedule. Mark flexes his interview skills again and chats to Daniel about his experiences at SHUX, the games played both new and old, the friends made along the way, and the anxiety around the return of board game conventions.Games discussed in depth include: Cosmic Frog, Sidereal Confluence, Tabriz, Rebuilding Seattle.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsWhatcha Been Playing: 1:28Main Segment: 24:53Other Games DiscussedBoard games: Ghosts Like Candy Too, Keystone North AmericaVideo games: Scorn, Disco Elysium, Grounded, Yakuza 3, Code VeinNext EpisodeMystery board game with Quaidrayn.Episode Fileomnigamers-026-SHUX-2022.mp3
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| 05 Jun 2024 | The Binding of Isaac: Four Souls | 00:49:53 | |
Grab your shovel, this episode we’re digging into The Binding of Isaac: Four Souls, the card-based adaptation of the classic rogue-like video game. We discuss how it translates from screen to table, what it means to take inspiration from Magic the Gathering, and how it functions as a customizable game engine.The podcast version is available on your podcatcher of choice including Apple and Spotify.Further ReadingJoin the Club at https://www.omnigamers.club.Check out the video version of the podcast at We’re trying out a new video format for more ways to join the club. You can subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAThe Video Game Industry Does Not Exist (free e-book)https://direct.mit.edu/books/oa-monograph/5572/The-Videogame-Industry-Does-Not-ExistWhy-We-ShouldFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured GameAnother Crab’s TreasureEpisode File
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| 01 Mar 2023 | Orléans | 01:20:49 | |
The latest episode of The Omnigamers Club is out of the bag! We discuss Orléans, the board game of building bags and managing monks in mediaeval France. We also chat about The Might To Rule: Live Root RPG Event, a new #1 on BoardGameGeek, The Last of Us TV show and other games on our playlist.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:38Playlist: 10:04Main Game: 31:20Other Games DiscussedBattletech, 13 Sentinels, Metroid Dread, Oxygen Not Included, Pikmin 3, Dune Imperium Immortality Expansion, Point CityNext EpisodeHi Fi RushEpisode Fileomnigamers-033-orleans.mp3
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| 20 Sep 2022 | Russian Railroads | 01:04:11 | |
It's full steam ahead for the next episode of The Omnigamers' Club, and we even picked up a passenger. We're joined by designer Amanda Vallerand, designer of ‘With a Smile and a Gun’ and the upcoming ‘Mapping the World’ to chat about one of her favourite games: Russian Railroads and its recent remaster Ultimate Railroads. You can check out Amanda’s designs and insights at https://twitter.com/AmyDesignsGames and https://subsurfacegames.ca/. You can learn more about her upcoming game Mapping the World at https://www.mappingthe.world/ Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsWhatcha Been Playing: 01:09Main Game: 15:12Other Games Discussed:Board games: Planet Unknown, My City, BoonlakeVideo games: Immortals: Fenyx Rising, Dreamlight Valley, Vampire Survivors, Baba is YouNext EpisodeDisney’s Dreamlight ValleyEpisode Fileomnigamers-024-russian-railroads.mp3
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| 22 May 2024 | Botany Manor / Harold Halibut | 00:55:06 | |
This episode we’re showcasing a double feature of Indie games with cozy puzzler Botany Manor and stop-motion sci-fi adventure Harold Halibut. We discuss the role of puzzles and narrative in games, and debate the very definition of games as interactive media, artform or Disneyland ride.Further ReadingWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q8EnOnTwUKYWe’re trying out a new video format for more ways to join the club. You can subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAThe Video Game Industry Does Not Exist (free e-book)https://direct.mit.edu/books/oa-monograph/5572/The-Videogame-Industry-Does-Not-ExistWhy-We-ShouldFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next EpisodeThe Binding of Isaac: Four SoulsEpisode FileOGC-058-Botany-Halibut.mp3
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| 26 Oct 2023 | Fit to Print | 01:17:36 | |
Stop the Presses! We have breaking news on Fit to Print, the latest game from Peter McPherson and Flatout Games. We investigate this real-time tile-laying game for our featured review of the episode. We also discuss virtual tabletop systems and some upcoming releases we’re excited about.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:26Playlist: 8:31Main Topic: 40:34Games DiscussedMolly House, Star Trek Infinite, Starfield 76, Torment Numenara, Divinity Original Sin Advanced, Cyperpunk 2077, Lies of P, Praga Caput Regni, Bitoku, Stranger Stuff, Fallout TTRPGNext EpisodeCocoonEpisode Fileomnigamers-046-fit-to-print.mp3
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| 07 Aug 2024 | Chants of Sennaar | 00:55:04 | |
We’re once again donning our thinking caps to interpret the language-based puzzle video game Chants of Sennaar. We discuss whether its linguistic deduction is more like crosswords or dark souls bosses, and provide some other recommendations for our lexical listeners.Light puzzle spoilers included.Other Games DiscussedThe Witness, Return of the Obra Dinn, Ultraviolet Grasslands, Suveh Nux, Botany Manor, Heaven’s Vault, Outer Wilds, City of Six Moons Further ReadingJoin the Club at https://www.omnigamers.club.Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/_iMB1oFc6NE .We’re trying out a new video format for more ways to join the club. You can subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Episode FileOGC-062-Chants-of-Sennaar.mp3
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| 20 Jul 2022 | Floppy Knights | 01:21:17 | |
This episode we’re testing out the latest technology in deck building mechanics with Floppy Knights, the video game that lets you sling cards to control a turn-based tactics battle. We’re joined by Aaron from Boards Alive to discuss our history with both genres and how this new hybrid brings them together.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsMain Game: 33:30Other Games Discussed:Board games: Troyes, Black Angel, Lorenzo il Magnifico, Grand Austria Hotel, Fleet: The Dice Game, Three Sisters, Hadrian's Wall, Century Spice Road, Great Western TrailVideo games: MLB The Show 22, Returnal, Halo Infinite, Dark Souls 3, Final Fantasy Tactics, X-Com, Slay the Spire, RoguebookNext EpisodeTigris and EuphratesEpisodeomnigamers-021-floppy-knights.mp3
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| 23 Jan 2024 | Against the Storm | 01:18:34 | |
We built this city on rain and rogues! This episode’s featured review is Against the Storm, the rogue lite city builder from Eremite Games. We discuss the merits of both genres and how they mix, rainpunk, bioessentialism and try to figure out if we’re the bad guys in this cycle of apocalyptic rain.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Follow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com/ and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkTickets for Terminal City Tabletop Convention can be found at https://terminalcitycon.ca/TimestampsNews: 1:40Playlist: 11:50Main Topic: 33:00Also DiscussedNews: XBPlay, Unicorn Overlord, Wyrmspan, Chronicles of Light: Darkness FallsBoard Games: Dune Imperium, StrikeVideo Games: Star Trek, Lethal CompanyNext EpisodeAge of Wonders: Planetfall (the card game)Episode Fileomnigamers-051-against-the-storm.mp3
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| 28 Jun 2022 | Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition | 01:09:53 | |
What happens when you terraform the classic game Terraforming Mars to make it more focused and colourful? This episode Mark and Daniel are going back to space to look at the standalone spin-off Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition and debate what it truly means to streamline a game.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsMain Game - 18:30Other Games DiscussedBoard games: Point Salad, BitesVideo games: Elden Ring, Bugsnax, Sable, Star Ocean Integrity and Faithlessness Next EpisodeFloppy Knights
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| 06 Mar 2024 | Mythwind | 01:22:10 | |
Put on the kettle and grab your blanket as we discuss the latest innovation in cozy games, Mythwind, a cooperative narrative board game with no win/loss conditions. We break down the pros and cons of friction in games, asymmetry and expression of character. We also discuss some TTRPG announcements we’re excited for, Eclipse: 2nd Dawn for the Galaxy and continue to embrace oblivion with some JRPGsFollow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com/ and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkTickets for Terminal City Tabletop Convention can be found at https://terminalcitycon.ca/Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:09Playlist: 12:54Main Topic: 34:28Also DiscussedNews: TTRPG crowdfunding, The Cypher System Starter Set, Lenovo Legion GoBoard Games: Eclipse: 2nd Dawn for the GalaxyVideo Games: Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Endless Dungeon, Space EngineersTTRPGS: I Crave The Loop, Coriolis: The Great Dark, DiscworldFurther ReadingI Crave The Loop: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/residentbard/i-crave-the-loopCoriolis: The Great Dark RPG: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1192053011/coriolis-the-great-dark-rpg-explore-a-lost-horizonDiscworld Adventures in Ankh-Morpork https://www.modiphius.net/pages/discworld-adventures-signupMythwind Reprint https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mccaskellgames/mythwind-reprint-new-contentCypher System Starter SetNext EpisodePacific DriveEpisode FileOGC-054-mythwind.mp3
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| 26 Jun 2024 | The Playlist. June 26th, 2024. | 00:52:58 | |
The Summer slump is having a chilling effect on our board game time, so we take the opportunity to sample some TTRPGs. Mark checks out Free RPG day and Daniel tries his hand at solo journaling. Having cracked into the souls-like genre with Another Crab’s Treasure, we continue to explore some other games before our skills become tarnished.Games DiscussedNews: Nintendo Direct, New Core Books for Dungeons & Dragons, Five Parsecs from Home - Tactics, Free RPG DayVideo Games: Elden Ring, Lords of the Fallen, Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, Prince of Persia - The Lost Crown, Unicorn Overlord, Rogue TraderBoard Games: BulletTTRPGS: City of Mist, The Portal at Hill HouseFurther ReadingOut on the Shelves Library:https://linktr.ee/out_on_the_shelvesFive Parsecs from Home:https://modiphius.net/pages/five-parsecsThe Portal at Hill House:https://presspotgames.itch.io/the-portal-at-hill-houseCheck out Jamie Daggers’ miniature painting.Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/jmF3ABMr4B4.Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured GameA Feast for OdinEpisode FileOGC-060-5-Playlist.mp3
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| 09 Feb 2022 | Backbone, My City, Final Fantasy XII, Borderlands | 00:50:38 | |
This episode, Mark and Daniel take a trip through the rain-swept, grimy backstreets of Vancouver. We also play Backbone aka ‘that raccoon detective game’, dumpster diving for the truth in this noir mystery modelled after our own backyard.Catch Daniel livestreaming a playthrough of the game on Wednesday evenings 8.30pm PST.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Listen to Mark's guest spot on the Boards Alive podcast.TimestampsThe Playlist. Backbone. Other Games DiscussedMy City, Final Fantasy XII, BorderlandsNext EpisodeRace for the Galaxy, Roll of the Galaxy, New Frontiersomnigamers-013-backbone.mp3
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| 29 Nov 2023 | Fallout the Roleplaying Game | 01:26:42 | |
We're venturing out of the vault and into the wide world of TTRPG’s with our first feature review. We discuss the Fallout Roleplaying game along with our experiences and feelings on the broader Tabletop space.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Follow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 4:15Playlist: 11:23Main Topic: 26:57Also DiscussedMox Boarding House, Sea of Thieves Safer Seas, Jedi Survivor, Pikmin 4, Mycelia, Blades in the Dark, Vaesen solo modeNext EpisodePAX Unplugged Episode Fileomnigamers-048-Fallout-the-RPG.mp3
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Eternal: The Card Game | 01:17:48 | |
This episode we’re looking at Eternal: The Card game, the digital decking-building dueler that is legally distinct from any magic gatherings. We use it as a lens to discuss our favourite mechanics and formats within the genre.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 2:17Playlist: 12:18Main Topic: 31:37Games DiscussedPillars of Eternity, Bloodstained, Somerville, Sabobatage, Space Base, ChallengersNext EpisodeUnderwater CitiesEpisode Fileomnigamers-041-eternal.mp3
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| 24 Jul 2024 | The Playlist. July 24, 2024. | 00:46:25 | |
This week on the playlist we discuss the fresh batch of Spiel Des Jahres winners, along with a selection of hot new crowdfunding projects along with the latest games we’ve been playing.Topics DiscussedNews: Spiel Des Jahres, Cavern Shuffle, Wandering Galaxies, Coyote & Crow: Ahu Tiiko, Tabletop Mirror, MoonbeamVideo Games: Lords of the Fallen, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Mahokenshi, First Descendent, Kunitsu-gamiBoard Games: Arcs, Arctic ScavengersFurther ReadingElizabeth Hargraves SdJ statistics https://bsky.app/profile/elizhargrave.bsky.social/post/3kxt6a3s4k42yCavern Shuffle http://kck.st/3XVszTJWandering Galaxies http://kck.st/3y1Db94Coyote & Crow: Ahu Tiiko http://kck.st/463RZ3LTabletop Mirror https://tabletopmirror.com/homeMoonbeam (and associated projects) https://www.backerkit.com/c/collections/the-moonbeam-collectionAll My Best Friends Are Digital Podcasthttps://redcircle.com/shows/912e343f-cc03-42c7-a0eb-862949423503The Discard Pile Podcast https://linktr.ee/thediscardpilepodcastCheck out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/wXhrl68e9LIFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments toomnigamersclub@gmail.com. Episode FileOGC-062-Playlist.mp3Next Featured GameChants of Sennaar
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| 11 Oct 2022 | Disney’s Dreamlight Valley, Life Sim Games | 01:14:08 | |
This episode we discuss the new lifestyle sim Disney's Dreamlight Valley as a lens to discuss our favorite games in the genre, what happens when you throw all of Disney in a blender, and why games about 'escaping' capitalism to vibe on an island and make friends still need a loan shark.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsWhatcha Been Playing: 1:08Main Game: 23:45Other Games DiscussedBoard games: Castles of Mad King Ludwig, Spaceship UnityVideo games: Atelier Ryza, Metal Hellsinger, AI The Somnium Files, Portal, Stranded Sails: PrologueNext EpisodeSHUXEpisode Fileomnigamers-025-dreamlight-valley.mp3
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| 29 Nov 2022 | Vampire Survivors | 01:06:56 | |
This episode we’re talking Vampire Survivors, the idle roguelike video game talking over the world…right after one more run. We discuss the nature of idle games, the place of addictive gameplay loops, gambling mechanics and shameless reskins.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNot-so-news: 2:06Whatcha Been Playing: 8:20Main Game: 25:10Other Games DiscussedBoard games: My CityVideo games: Signalis, Harvestella, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Grim DawnNext Episode Spirit IslandEpisode Fileomnigamers-028-vampire-survivors.mp3
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| 11 Jan 2023 | Hades | 01:17:50 | |
There is no escape, the eternal cycle continues, Sisyphus must continue to push his boulder, and another podcast is released. This episode we’re joined by Quinn Brander, who brings his expertise designing both board games and video games to discuss one of his favourite games: Hades. We discuss the difference between roguelikes and roguelites, agency vs improvisation and which character we’d like to step on us, I mean date.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.You can find Quinn on Twitter at https://twitter.com/QuinnBranderLearn more about Rebuilding Seattle at https://wizkids.com/rebuilding-seattle/TimestampsPlaylist: 3:57Our favourite video games of 2022: 25:58Main Game: 31:02Other Games DiscussedBoard games: Decrypto, Caverna, Viscounts of the West Kingdom, Architects of the West Kingdom, Rebuilding SeattleVideo games: Marvel Contest of Champions, Tales of Symphonia, Final Fantasy series, Tunic, Disco Elysium, Marvel Snap, Elden Ring, The Forgotten City, PhobiesNext EpisodeDune ImperiumEpisode Fileomnigamers-030-hades.mp3
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| 03 Jul 2024 | The Playlist. July 3rd, 2024. | 00:49:48 | |
Due to summer scheduling, we’re bringing you a bonus Playlist of various games we’ve been playing. We attempt to balance our gaming diet with various cross-platform experiences, digital adaptations and home-brew hybrids.Games DiscussedNews: One Million Checkboxes, Game Pass on Amazon Firestick, Cyber-Forge Miniatures for Five Parsecs From HomeVideo Games: Baldur’s Gate 3, Halo Infinite, Trine, Quilts and Cats of CalicoBoard Games: Calico, Floor PlanTTRPGS: The Portal at House on the HillFurther ReadingClick One Million Checkboxes athttps://onemillioncheckboxes.com/Support Cyber-Forge Miniatures athttps://www.patreon.com/cyberforgeminisFind The Portal at Hill House athttps://presspotgames.itch.io/the-portal-at-hill-houseDice Bites Moldshttp://kck.st/3zgSBqBCheck out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/yVUDj9OsKT8.Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured GameA Feast for OdinEpisode FileOGC-060-75-Playlist.mp3
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| 14 Sep 2021 | Beyond the Sun | 00:40:44 | |
This week we’re travelling back to the board game table, shattering the limits of what tech tree progression can offer with Beyond the Sun.This science-fiction worker-placement game takes your quintessential 4X tech tree and zeroes in with laser focus. But is there enough mass to pull its weight alone or does this tech tree wither without the traditional elements of its genre.Join Mark and Daniel as they discuss the boundaries of space, technological advancement and beyond!Follow us on social media for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief!omnigamers-003-beyond-the-sun.mp3
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| 12 May 2022 | Great Western Trail, Second Edition | 01:02:34 | |
Breaking news from the frontier of gaming podcasts: Great Western Trail now has a second edition and is available on Board Game Arena, so this episode is all about Alexander Pfister’s award winning cowpoke simulator. The tracks are laid, the herds are corralled, but is this sandbox board game big enough for both of us?Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsMain Game - 14:56Other Games DiscussedElden Ring, Bugsnax, The Survivalists, 999, Terraforming Mars Ares Expedition, Abandon All Artichokes.Next EpisodeNorcoEpisode LinkOGC-018-great-western-trail.mp3
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| 10 Aug 2022 | Tigris and Euphrates | 01:12:54 | |
This episode of The Omnigamers’ Club we're going back in time to the ancient history of both Mesopotamia and board games with Reiner Knizia's classic Tigris and Euphrates.Has this historical artefact dated poorly or does it remain a pillar of the hobby?Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsMain Game: 28:12Other Games DiscussedBoard games: Clinic, Tapestry Video games: Paw Patrol: The Movie, Hardspace Shipbreaker, Danganronpa, Oxygen Not included, Sparklite, Voice of Cards DemoEpisodeomnigamers-022-tigris-and-euphrates.mp3Next EpisodeCitizen Sleeper
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| 20 Apr 2022 | Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy | 01:04:21 | |
After our tepid response to The Avengers video game, Mark and Daniel see if Star Lord and friends can go from zero to hero. We’ve been holding out for a hero of a Marvel game, so we discuss whether the Gardeners of the Galaxy can harvest something of value or if it’s tainted love for the franchise.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Timestamps13:58 - Marvel's Guardians of the GalaxyOther Games Discussed:Nemesis, Isle of Cats Explore and Draw, Tales of Arise, Torment: Tides of NumeneraNext EpisodeGreat Western Trailomnigamers-017-marvels-guardians-of-the-galaxy.mp3
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| 10 Aug 2023 | Underwater Cities | 01:15:42 | |
This episode we’re taking a deep dive to examine Vladimir Suchy’s Underwater Cities, the worker placement game of building a new home beneath the waves with an innovative hand management system. Is it better down where it’s wetter? Why do people keep comparing this to Terraforming Mars? How Delicious is kelp?Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 2:25Playlist: 12:31Main Topic: 35:23Games DiscussedGenCon announcements, Ennie Awards, The Ascent, Redfall, Atomic Heart, Wandering Village, Baldur’s Gate Enhanced Edition, Challengers, Go, Woodcraft, Terraforming Mars: Ares ExpeditionNext EpisodeVenbaEpisode Fileomnigamers-042-underwater-cities.mp3
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| 22 Mar 2023 | Terminal City Tabletop Convention | 01:19:10 | |
We’re interrupting our regularly scheduled game club to take a staycation and enjoy the return of the local board Terminal City Boardgame Convention. We discuss our experience both attending and helping to organise the convention, and the games we played.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:42Playlist: 10:28Main Topic: 23:22Games Discussed:Metroid Dread, Tales of Symphonia, Wo Long: Fallen DynastyAkrotiri, Valeria Card Kingdom, Deep Dive, Libertalia, Antike, Dinosaur Island Roar and Write, Cat in the Box, The Crew, FirenzeNext Episode:Hi Fi RushEpisode File:
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| 21 Aug 2024 | The Playlist. August 21, 2024. | 00:58:15 | |
Daniel is still on vacation, Mark is joined by local Vancouver board game supporter Denis Ryan. We discuss Advance Wars 1&2 Reboot Camp, VR games like Demeo, Spiel Des Jahres award nominee Captain Flip, Shadow Ninjas, the meaning behind the hit Japanese card game Nana’s title and its new English-language name. Mark caps off the episode with a mini-review of the recent one-page, one-shot RPG Lasers & Feelings hosted by FLGS and Denis’ employer Raincity Games.Topics DiscussedVideo games: Walkabout Mini Golf, Demeo, Advance Wars 1&2 Reboot Camp, Assassin's Creed Mirage, FlintlockBoard games: Captain Flip, Shadow Ninjas, Nana/Trio, Spot It/Dobble, Set, Hamsterrolle, Snail SprintTTRPG/Wargames: Lasers & Feelings at Raincity GamesFurther ReadingRPG One-Shots with Out on the Shelves and other events hosted by Denis’ employer Raincity Games: https://www.raincity.games/events/Terminal City Tabletop Convention: https://terminalcitycon.ca/Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/QESES-RYP20.Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Episode FileOGC-063-5-Playlist.mp3
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| 06 Sep 2022 | Citizen Sleeper | 01:18:29 | |
It’s our 1 year anniversary and we’re celebrating…by reviewing yet another dystopian sci-fi game!We discuss the definition of role-playing, using dice to portray emotion and meaning and why the real cyberpunk is the friends we made along the way.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsThe Playlist: 6:23Main Game: 27:20Other Games DiscussedBoard games: Mooncake Master, Ecos: First Continent,Video games: Oxygen Not included, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, Tokyo Xanadu ex+, Watch Dogs 2, Dragon Quest 11Next EpisodeRussian RailroadsEpisode Fileomnigamers-023-citizen-sleeper.mp3
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| 31 Aug 2021 | Dragon Quest Builders 2 | 00:35:55 | |
We’re taking our first look at the digital side of the Omnigamer coin with the video game Dragon Quest Builders 2. The Children of Hargon have banned all building and creativity across the realm. It’s up to you to join forces with your friend ‘Definitely-not-the-dark-lord’ Malroth to change hearts and minds block-by-block. Join Mark and Daniel as they discuss whether the lost art of building was worth re-awakening.Follow us on social media for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief!Next EpisodeBeyond the Sunomnigamers-002-Dragon-Quest-Builders-2.mp3
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| 08 Feb 2024 | Age of Wonders: Planetfall the Board Game | 01:22:27 | |
The Star Union has collapsed and in the power vacuum of its wake, the remaining factions…hold a very orderly auction to divy up its property. For this episode’s featured review we’re dropping in on the tabletop implementation of Age of Wonders: Planetfall to see how the 4X experience translates to a card drafting game.Follow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com/ and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkTickets for Terminal City Tabletop Convention can be found at https://terminalcitycon.ca/ Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 3:24Playlist: 17:44Main Topic: 42:55Also DiscussedNews: Quinn’s Quest Youtube Channel, Games Industry Layoffs, PalworldBoard Games: Dune Imperium: Uprising, Pies, Mori, StrikeVideo Games: Vampire Survivors Co-op, Lego Fortnite, EnshroudedTTRPGS: The StrangeLinksQuinn’s Quest: https://youtu.be/c29Ecut4K_E?si=eyQq8riKZwn2xgpeNext EpisodeJedi SurvivorEpisode FileOGC-052-Age-Of-Wonders-Planetfall-Board-Game.mp3
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| 04 Sep 2024 | Unmatched Adventures: Tales to Amaze | 01:00:22 | |
We’re playing matchmaker to pair up the greatest fighters of history, stage and screen with Unmatched Adventures Tales to Amaze. We discuss the broader Unmatched system, fighting games as a genre and why Mothman did nothing wrong.*Review copy provided by Restoration Games*TimestampsMain Topic: 3:28Further ReadingLudology Podcast on Unmatched design with Brian Neffhttps://ludology.libsyn.com/ludology-285-unmatched-makingFind Unmatched socks and more at https://restorationgames.com/unmatched/Join the Club athttps://www.omnigamers.club/Check out the video version of the podcast athttps://youtu.be/E0uYddZVSJEFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments toomnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured Game Flintlock Siege of DawnEpisode FileOGC-063-Unmatched.mp3
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| 12 Jun 2024 | The Playlist. June 12th, 2024. | 00:45:39 | |
It’s the playlist for June 12th. On this week’s playlist we discuss Summer Game Fest Announcements and the latest Kickstarters we’re excited for. Daniel celebrates hot crab summer and Mark tries his hand at miniature painting.Games DiscussedVideo Games: Tenjutsu, Alan Wake 2: Night Springs, Crab God, Live A Live, Unicorn Overlord, Rack & SlayBoard Games: Nawalli Kickstarter, Unstoppable! Kickstarter, Battle Spirit Saga, Kutna HoraTTRPGS: Cyberpunk RED: Combat Zone Kickstarter, Mutant Year Zero: Zone Wars, Stormlight Archive RPG Kickstarter, City of MistFurther Reading Check out Jamie Daggers’ miniature painting.Check out the video version of the podcast at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured GameAnother Crab's TreasureEpisode FileOGC-060-Playlist.mp3
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| 07 Dec 2021 | Cascadia, Unpacking, Greedfall, Pokemon D&P | 00:47:07 | |
We’ve discussed it, we’ve given away a copy, we’ve even created a themed feast for it, so now we’re taking a break from worker placement games for a staycation in our own backyard to properly feature Cascadia, the tile-laying puzzle drafter that we just can’t stop talking about it.Joining us are our first guests and honorary members of the Omnigamers’ Club: Ilya & Tylor from Kovray Studios! Find their own video on Cascadia and more at: https://www.youtube.com/c/kovrayFollow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief/playthrough!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Next EpisodeHalo 4Timestamps2:10 - The playlist 12:35 - Featured gameomnigamers-009-Cascadia.mp3
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| 01 May 2024 | The Playlist. May 01, 2024. | 00:41:20 | |
Starting this week, the podcast will be split into 2 parts. The first part will covers what we've been playing and other news of personal interest, aka "The Playlist". The second part includes the main game or discussion topic. This will be released one week later.Returning guest, Game designer Amanda Vallerand, joins us for the first standalone episode of "The Playlist".Also DiscussedVideo Games: Hitman World Of Annihilation, Botany Manor, Unicorn Overlord, Eiyuden Chronicles: Rising, Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes, Pacific Drive, Fallout 76, Dragon’s Dogma 2, Tape to TapeBoard Games: Sagrada Artisans, Sea Salt and Paper, Gone to Gaia, FliptownTTRPGS: Songs for the Dusk, Blades in the Dark, Lego Dungeons and DragonsLego Wargames: Brikwars, Mobile Frame ZeroFurther ReadingFollow Amanda’s blog https://subsurfacegames.ca/Sign up to be notified of Puppets in High Places’ Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/subsurfacegames/puppets-in-high-placesTTRPG Itch.io bundle https://itch.io/b/2383/ttrpgs-for-trans-rights-west-virginiaWe’re trying out a new video format for more ways to join the club. You can subscribe to our youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next EpisodeLet's Go to JapanEpisode FileOGC-057-The-Playlist.mp3
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| 05 Oct 2023 | Starfield | 01:37:18 | |
Power up your grav drives and get comfortable, we’ve got 1000 planets to explore so this might take a while. In this week’s galaxy length episode we’re talking Starfield, Bethesda’s ambitious new open world RPG. We discuss the nature of Science Fiction, world building and what motivates us in an open world game. We also talk about the trend of AI art in games and some upcoming releases we’re excited about.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:32Playlist: 15:25Main Topic: 42:33Games DiscussedFinal Fantasy XIV TTRPG, Yokohama, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, Lies of P, Carcassonne, Oathsworn: Into the Deepwood, Shadowrun, Fallout TTRPGNext EpisodeFit To PrintEpisode Fileomnigamers-045-starfield-s.mp3
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| 05 Jul 2023 | It’s A Wonderful World | 01:09:27 | |
I see cubes of green, and red cubes too. This episode’s featured game is It’s a Wonderful World, the engine building game of fast drafting and cube pushing. We get to the bottom of important questions like do you like your world domination with red flavour or blue?Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:37Playlist: 8:15Main Topic: 34:35Games DiscussedPlanet of Lana, Book Walker: Thief of Tales, Pillars of Eternity, Triangle Strategy, Sleeping Gods, Century: Spice Road, Dreams and MachinesNext EpisodeEternity Card GameEpisode Fileomnigamers-040-wonderful-world.mp3
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| 04 Apr 2023 | Hi-Fi Rush | 01:08:30 | |
This episode we’re tuning in and rocking out to Hi-Fi Rush, the rhythm action game that lets you beat-em-up to the beat. We discuss accessibility, what it means to be truly in sync with a game, and some of our favourite rhythm games.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:17Playlist: 7:11Main Topic: 25:52Games DiscussedDiablo 4, Kingdoms of Amalur: ReckoningDominations, Cockroach PokerNext EpisodeTBAEpisode Fileomnigamers-035-hi-fi-rush.mp3
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| 31 Jan 2023 | Dune Imperium with Jamie Daggers | 01:28:36 | |
It’s a melange a trois as we’re joined by Jamie Daggers to talk about Dune Imperium in an extremely analog episode so jam-packed with board games, we forget to talk about any video games. We discuss wargaming, our favourite board games of 2022, theme as a gateway vs a hurdle, and completely fail our ‘don’t compare Dune Imperium to Lost Ruins of Arnak challenge’.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.You can find Quinn on Twitter at https://twitter.com/jamie_daggers and Twitch at https://www.twitch.tv/jamiedaggersTimestampsOur favourite board games of 2022: 12:22Playlist: 24:30Main Game: 39:25Other Games DiscussedStar of Akarios, Marvel: Remix / Fantasy Realms, Flamecraft, Wingspan, Moonrakers, Veiled Fate, Mythic Mischief, Gizmos, Verdant, Clinic Deluxe, Mooncake Master, One Deck Galaxy, Orleans, Wicked and Wise, The Wolves, Harrow County, Rebuilding Seattle, Lost Ruins of Arnak, Quest for EldoradoNext EpisodeTinykin Episode File
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| 16 Aug 2021 | Lost Ruins of Arnak | 00:33:57 | |
Welcome to the Omnigamers' Club, a book club style podcast for those whose love of games eclipses the divide between analog and digital. Alternating between board games, video games and everything in between, each episode will take a deep dive into one specific game, our thoughts and the conversation around it. For our debut episode we’re excavating the board game 'The Lost Ruins of Arnak.' Does researching these temples reveal hidden depth or is in it an artefact best left in a museum?
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| 04 Jan 2022 | Halo 4 / Halo 5 Guardians | 01:07:51 | |
With everyone excited to play Halo Infinite, we’re making a slipspace jump back to 343 Industries’ first release Halo 4, to see how it holds up. We also discuss Halo 5: Guardians and the broader Halo Universe, all while resisting the urge to recite Gregorian chant. The safety’s are off on spoilers across both games.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief/playthrough!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsThe Playlist - 0:52Halo 4 - 6:45Halo 5 - 51:55Next Episode7 Wonders Duelomnigamers-011-halo-4-and-5.mp3
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| 15 Feb 2023 | Tinykin | 01:04:51 | |
All you need is jump and a bunch of little guys. This episode we're scaling things down and putting a magnifying glass to Tinykin. Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams! Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/. Timestamps News: 0:54Playlist: 11:29Main Game: 27:05Other Games Discussed Tales of Symphonia, Xenoblade Chronicles, Gizmos, It's a Wonderful World Next Episode OrleansEpisode File omnigamers-032-tinykin.mp3
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| 14 Dec 2023 | PAX Unplugged | 01:06:04 | |
As we bring the year to a close we’re taking a break from our regularly scheduled format, with Daniel bringing back a report from the floor of PAX Unplugged. We discuss some of the games seen at the show, the growing intersection between board games and TTRPGS, and physical adaptations of video games. Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Follow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 2:22Playlist: 11:25Main Topic: 28:40Also DiscussedThe Game Awards, Shadowrun 1st edition reprint, The MCDM RPG, Etrian Odyssey HD, Xenoblade Chronicles, Jedi Survivor, Armored Core 6, The Strange, Cascadia Rolling Hills/Rolling Rivers, Whisperstone, Mutant Year Zero, Masters of Crime: Vendetta, Shovel Knight, Floppy Knights, Mister Torgue’s Arena of Badassery, Jokkmokk: The Winter Markets, Robot Quest ArenaNext Episode50th Episode CelebrationEpisode Fileomnigamers-049-pax-recap.mp3
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| 23 Nov 2021 | Marvel’s Avengers, Kabuto Sumo, Crackdown 3 | 00:53:50 | |
Mark and Daniel team up to fight the forces of Games-as-Service with the much maligned video game Marvel Avengers. Can it be redeemed? Or does it turn to villainy under the weighty expectations of the Marvel Cinematic Universe?Year Released: 2020Developer: Crystal DynamicsPublisher: Square EnixFollow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief/playthrough!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Next EpisodeCascadiaTimestampsThe playlist 0:33Featured game 6:50Spoilers 43:05omnigamers-008-marvels-avengers-mono.mp3
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| 09 Apr 2024 | Pacific Drive | 01:07:00 | |
Pack the car for a roadside picnic, we’re heading into the Olympic Exclusion Zone to discuss Pacific Drive, the survival/roguelite/immersive sim game from Ironwood Studios. Mark reports on his recent trip to the real Olympic Peninsula while Daniel channels his love of genre fiction. We discuss the value of friction in games, UI usability and giving character to cars.We’re trialling a new video format for more ways to join the club, so send your feedback and comments to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Follow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com/ and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkTickets for Terminal City Tabletop Convention can be found at https://terminalcitycon.ca/TimestampsNews: 1:19Playlist: 4:51Main Topic: 23:51Also DiscussedNew: Mass Effect and Don’t Starve Board gamesVideo Games: Balatro, Yakuza Like a Dragon, Diablo IVBoard Games: The King is Dead 2nd EditionNext EpisodeLet's Go to Japan!Episode FileOGC-056-Pacific-Drive.mp3
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| 12 Oct 2021 | Architects of West Kingdom | 00:44:09 | |
We travel back in time to a period of paranoia, and religious inquisitions. No, not the witch hunts but the rarely explored Carolingian Empire, circa 850 AD. Can a morality system work in a board game? Can we give up our life of crime and redeem ourselves? Or will we give in to suspicion of our fellow townsmeeple?Join Mark and Daniel as they talk about the worker-placement board game Architects of the West Kingdom Year Released2018DesignersShem PhillipsS J MacdonaldArtistMihajlo DimitrievskiPublishersGarphill GamesFollow us on social media or YouTube for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief!GiveawayThe winner of a brand new copy of 'Cascadia' is Ritchie A. Congratulations Ritchie! Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway. omnigamers-005-architects.mp3
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| 15 May 2024 | The Playlist. May 15, 2024. | 00:50:50 | |
It’s the playlist for May 15th, where we discuss all the other games we’ve been playing, industry news and other topics, including the Las Vegas arcade scene, Dragon’s Dogma anime and Microsoft closing several game studios.Games DiscussedVideo Games: Final Fantasy Tactics, Hades 2, HydroneerBoard Games: Fallout Shelter The Board GameTTRPGS: Rogue ZoneFurther ReadingRogue Zone RPGhttps://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/475483/Rogue-ZoneWe’re trying out a new video format for more ways to join the club. You can subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured GameBotany Manor/Harold HalibutEpisode FileOGC-058-Playlist.mp3
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| 26 Mar 2024 | Terminal City Tabletop Convention, TCTC | 01:07:23 | |
We’re interrupting our regularly scheduled episode to report on our experience at Terminal City Tabletop Convention in Vancouver. Daniel discusses his exploration of locally made games in development at the Proto Alley. Mark recounts his experience sampling a number of TTRPG’s. We’re trialling a new video format for more ways to tune in.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Follow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark.TimestampsAbout TCTC: 1:20Proto Alley: 6:20The RPG Room: 30:01The Game Market & Final Words: 1:01:30Also DiscussedBoard Games: Winter Palace, Living Buildings, Gather Your Party, Reforest, Downstream, Moon Bunny, EpilogueTTRPGS: Vaesen, Wildsea, Dungeon Crawl Classics, Earthdawn, Traveller Further ReadingTerminal City Tabletop Convention: https://terminalcitycon.ca.Next EpisodePacific DriveEpisode FileOGC-055-Terminal-City-Tabletop-Convention-TCTC.mp3
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| 14 Aug 2024 | The Playlist. August 14, 2024. | 00:56:51 | |
Daniel is on vacation this week. Mark invites Vancouver indie game designer and theatre person Kennedy Goodkey on the playlist to discuss Cole Wehrle games and social deduction games among others. Kennedy gives an update on his social deduction game, co-design, Winter Garden. Topics DiscussedNews: Quoridor Pac-Man edition, Brotherwise Games' kickstarter for Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere RPG, Our Golden Age: An Ultraviolet Grasslands RPGVideo Games: Nier Replicant, Oxygen Not Included: Frosty Planet DLCBoard Games: Lacuna, Oath, Nidavellir, Barrage, Paths of Civilization Further ReadingFollow Kennedy and 'Winter Palace' at https://www.hobbyistsordabblersgames.ca/ .Pacific Coast Hosts: Blood on the Clocktower https://discord.gg/dFyUMt29CF Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere RPG https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/brotherwise/the-stormlight-archive-rpg?ref=ksr_email_mktg_auto_user_watched_project_launchedOur Golden Age (OGA): An Ultraviolet Grasslands RPG []equel https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/exalted-funeral/our-golden-age-an-ultra-violet-grasslands-rpg-sequel?ref=bk-discover-role-playing-games-trendingCheck out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/4fLQB4LaO8w.Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Episode FileOGC-063-Playlist.mp3
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| 21 Dec 2021 | Games of the Year 2021 | 01:11:00 | |
We’re celebrating both the end of the year and double digit episodes so taking a break from the single game format for something a little different. This episode we’re discussing our personal games of the year, not necessarily 2021 releases or even our favourites but games that meant something special to us in what continues to be a difficult time to cover a wide variety of games.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief/playthrough!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Board Games ListLost Ruins of ArnakIsle of CatsEminent Domain (BGA)Beyond the SunAnimal Upon Animal: UnicornsImperium Classics/LegendsVideo Games ListNier AutomataPsychonauts 2ControlObservation SatisfactoryInscryption TimestampsBoard games - 2:56Video Games - 31:00Next EpisodeHalo 4/5omnigamers-010-GOTY.mp3
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| 17 Jul 2024 | A Feast for Odin | 01:08:16 | |
We’re joined by Olivia Lothary to raid the sandbox swathes of A Feast For Odin. Olivia serves up an offering of Miniatures games and we explore the wider Uwe oeuvre to see where A Feast For Odin sits in the pantheon.The podcast version is available on your podcatcher of choice including Apple and Spotify.Games DiscussedNight Thirst, Demonship, Warcrow, Aristeia!, Keystone: North America, Agricola, Caverna, Le HavreFurther ReadingFollow Olivia at https://www.instagram.com/olloplays/Pre-order Night Thirst https://blacksitestudio.com/en-ca/products/night-thirst-core-rulebookTinkerhouse Terrain https://tinkerhousegames.com/Follow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Join the Club at https://www.omnigamers.club.Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/iAqQOMwVsZ8.You can subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwANext Featured GameChants of SenaarEpisode FileOGC-061-A-Feast-For-Odin.mp3
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| 09 Nov 2022 | Space Base | 01:00:39 | |
Mark and Denis are plotting a course to deep space in the 2018 board game 'Space Base' by John D Clair.Denis Ryan (quaidrayn) is filling a co-host seat while Daniel is patrolling the other side of the planet!We put our dice rolling skills to the test to see whether strategy or chance wins the day in this competitive space conquest game.Along the way we discuss whether digital board games hold up to their analog editions, or do digital conversions have advantages of their own.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsWhatcha Been Playing: 3:52Main Game: 27:22Other Games Discussed:Denis: Quantum, Marvel Snap, Dome Keeper Mark: Astebreed, Persona 5 Royal, Slice and DiceNext EpisodeVampire Survivors Episode Fileomnigamers-027-space-base.mp3
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| 23 May 2023 | Minecraft Legends | 01:14:14 | |
We’re exploring the latest in block-based technology and once again fulfilling our quota of Canadian Content with the locally-made Minecraft Legends, the new real-time strategy version of the megalith Minecraft franchise. We discuss tutorialization, sandbox gameplay and battlefield communication.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 2:32Playlist: 13:39Main Topic: 32:39Games DiscussedLittle Noah: Scion of Paradise, Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, Honkai Star Rail, On Mars, ApplejackNext EpisodeCavernaEpisode Fileomnigamers-037-minecraft-legends.mp3
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| 10 Jul 2024 | The Playlist. July 10th, 2024. | 00:51:22 | |
We continue our summer streak of playlists with all the games to keep you cool.Games DiscussedNews: Mattel colorblind initiative, Rune Quest Humble Bundle, Deep Regrets Kickstarter, Ubisoft PlusVideo Games: 20 Minutes Till Dawn, Dredge, Zanki ZeroBoard Games: Diced Veggies, Quest for El Dorado, Paladins of the West Kingdom (plus City of Crowns expansion)Further ReadingMattel colorblind initiativehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/25/24185625/mattel-board-card-games-colorblind-accessible-uno-blokus-phase-ten-skip-boRune Quest on Humble Bundlehttps://www.humblebundle.com/books/runequest-chaosium-inc-booksDeep Regrets Kickstarterhttp://kck.st/45OE6q3Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/kNIQ0N_VPDoFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured GameA Feast for Odin with special guest Olivia LotharyEpisode FileOGC-060-95-Playlist.mp3
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| 21 Feb 2024 | Jedi Survivor | 01:23:00 | |
Grab some seat, we’re activating the hyperdrive to a galaxy far far away to discuss Jedi Survivor. Does it embrace the darkness or grow beyond the dichotomy of declaring a game to be good or bad. We discuss the power of nostalgia, AAA feature creep and why we’d do anything for Turgle.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Follow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com/ and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkTickets for Terminal City Tabletop Convention can be found at https://terminalcitycon.ca/TimestampsNews: 2:08Playlist: 10:10Main Topic: 26:16Also DiscussedNews: Changes to Xbox exclusivity.Board Games: Rolling HeightsVideo Games: Persona 3 Reloaded, Yakuza 7: Like a Dragon, Xenoblade Chronicles, Aliens: Dark DescentTTRPGS: Dungeons & DragonsNext EpisodeMythwindEpisode FileOGC-053-Jedi-Survivor.mp3
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| 29 Oct 2021 | The Long Dark | 00:41:50 | |
As we settle in for 6 months of darkness and rain here in Vancouver, we get into the mood by attempting to survive even more extreme conditions and the many ways to die in the remote Canadian wilderness. Join Mark and Daniel as they discuss the locally-made video game The Long Dark.Year Released: 2017Director/Writer: Raphael van LieropDeveloper/Publisher: Hinterland StudioFollow us on social media for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief!omnigamers-006-the-long-dark.mp3
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| 20 Jun 2023 | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom | 01:20:04 | |
This episode's deep dive is all the way from the Great Sky Island to the depths, as we explore The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. We’re joined by Jillian Ross and barely scratch the surface of what this enormous game has to offer but discuss how it handles tutorialization, immersive simulation and why Zelda is Keyser SözeYou can find Jillian’s work at https://bio.link/meanpomeloFollow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:44Playlist: 14:58Main Topic: 34:13Games DiscussedRunescape, Neverwinter, Diablo IV, Lil Gator, Mosaic: A Story of Civilization, Century: Spice Road, NemesisNext EpisodeIt’s a Wonderful WorldEpisode Fileomnigamers-039-zelda-tears.mp3
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| 19 Jun 2024 | Another Crab’s Treasure | 00:45:19 | |
Time to raise some shell and take out the trash! This episode’s featured game is Another Crab’s Treasure, the souls-like platformer from Aggro Crab Games. We discuss accessibility, the types of friction in the genre and combating crabiness.The podcast version is available on your podcatcher of choice including Apple and Spotify.Further ReadingJoin the Club at https://www.omnigamers.club.Check out the video version of the podcast at https://youtu.be/0zUbJaMUNWc .We’re trying out a new video format for more ways to join the club. You can subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpLsn5Z6qFhBDdMFmkhuAwAFollow Daniel at https://linktr.ee/boardgamefeastFollow Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermarkSend your questions, feedback and comments to omnigamersclub@gmail.com. Next Featured GameA Feast for OdinEpisode FileOGC-060-Another-Crabs-Treasure.mp3
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| 23 Feb 2022 | Race for the Galaxy / Roll for the Galaxy / New Frontiers | 01:10:28 | |
Get ready to race, roll and flip across space as Mark and Daniel cover Tom Lehmann's cardboard-matic universe spanning the known galaxy. We cover the classic card game Race for the Galaxy, it’s successors Race for the Galaxy (co-designed by Wei-Hwa Huang) and New Frontiers, exploring how the mechanics and themes are translated into new forms (assuming someone actually played the explore phase card).Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsThe Playlist - 0:38Race for the Galaxy - 8:43Roll for the Galaxy - 34:02New Frontiers - 45:55Other Games Discussed:Risk of Rain 2, Final Fantasy 12, Nippon, Borderlands 2, No Man’s SkyNext EpisodeTiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keepomnigamers-014-race-for-the-galaxy-roll-and-new-frontiers.mp3
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| 08 Nov 2023 | Cocoon | 01:10:57 | |
This episode we’re pondering the orbs of Cocoon, the new reality-bending puzzle game from Geometric Interactive. We use it as a lens to discuss the wider genre, puzzles as a language and the unfortunate gulf between a game letting you be smart and making you feel smart.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:01Playlist: 13:53Main Topic: 38:25Games DiscussedLenovo Legion Go, crowdfunding exhaustion, Diablo TTRPG, Alan Wake 2, Resident Evil 2, Sail, Stranger StuffNext EpisodeFallout The Roleplaying GameEpisode Fileomnigamers-047-cocoon.mp3Fundraiser Mentioned in the EpisodeFundraiser by Mark Yuasa : Fund for Solomon Neault (gofundme.com)
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| 12 Sep 2023 | Isle of Cats | 01:04:34 | |
The cats are out of the bag and loose on the ship. This episode we’re talking about Isle of Cats, the game of card drafting and tile placement with fabulously fantastical felines.We also discuss some upcoming Kickstarters we’re excited for, SAG-AFTRA strike’s possible extension into video games and early Starfield impressions.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsNews: 1:28Playlist: 10:53Main Topic: 26:16Games DiscussedWilderfeast, Design Your Destiny, Running out of Time, Starfield, Stray, Little Kitty Big City, The Strange TTRPG, Fit to Print, Hansa Tuetonica, Shake That City, Magic: The Gathering, LorcanaNext EpisodeStarfieldEpisode Fileomnigamers-044-isle-of-cats.mp3
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| 07 Apr 2022 | Lost Cities: The Card Game | 00:43:51 | |
This is an edited version of a very special episode, live from Terminal City Tabletop Convention 2022, a local Vancouver gaming con. Mark teaches Lost Cities to Daniel live on air, so the takes are fresh out of the oven.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Terminal City Tabletop Convention 2022 Live Stream VOD - 0:50:00.Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsTeaching Lost Cities: The Card Game - 09:40Other Games Discussed:Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, Keyflower, Agricola, Dune Imperium + Rise of Ix, Lost Ruins of Arnak, Creature Comforts, Kingsburg.Next EpisodeGuardians of the Galaxyomnigamers-016-lost-cities-TCTC-2022.mp3
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| 08 Jan 2024 | Food & Games w/ Hot Banana | 01:24:08 | |
We’re celebrating both our 50th episode and the end of the year, so indulging in one of our favourite topics: food. To share in the feast, we’re joined by Marie and Pauline from Hot Banana Games. We discuss our favourite food themed games, and our favourite spots to eat around Vancouver and abroad.Also, sorry about Mark's bad audio quality!Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Follow Daniel at https://boardgamefeast.com and Mark at https://instagram.com/omnigamermark.Find Hot Banana, with more on Steam Up and their upcoming games at https://hotbananagame.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/hotbananagameTickets for Terminal City Tabletop Convention can be found athttps://terminalcitycon.ca/TimestampsPlaylist: 12:04Main Topic: 32:00Also DiscussedNews: Hot Banana awards, Moon Bunny, Terminal City Tabletop ConventionBoard Games: Point City, Oh Snap, Ticket to Ride, Cubed, Planet Unknown, Point Salad, Rival Restaurants, Mooncake Master, Wok N Roll, Dice Veggies, CharcuterieVideo Games: Jusant, Titanfall 2, Breath of the Wild, Honkai: Star Rail, Cooking Mama, Venba ,Persona, Final Fantasy XV, Monster HunterTTRPGS: The Strange, WilderfeastNext EpisodeAgainst the StormEpisode FileOGC-050-50th-episode-celebration.mp3
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| 09 Nov 2021 | Yokohama, Inscryption, Dishonored | 00:49:27 | |
It’s the Meiji era in the city of Yokohama and the gates have been opened to foreign influence and technology, like worker placement board games. You play one of the city’s leading business men trying to corner the market, and your opponents meeples. Join Mark and Daniel as they discuss the board game Yokohama.We also discuss Inscryption and Dishonored.Follow us on Twitter for more details on our upcoming livestream debrief/playthrough!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website.omnigamers-007-yokohama.mp3Next EpisodeMarvel’s Avengers
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| 31 May 2022 | Norco | 00:57:13 | |
NORCO is a radical exploration of identity, reality and the anxiety of living in a sinking city next to a megacorporate refinery, now with robots! Mark and Daniel explore the swamps of Louisiana, our history with point and click adventures, and just what genre this episode’s game fits into.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes or livestreams!Send in your questions/feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.Timestamps11:40 - NorcoOther Games Discussed:Torment: Tides of Numenera, Burncycle, Medium, Vampire Survivors, Tunic, 999, Mass Effect Legendary EditionNext EpisodeTerraforming Mars: Ares ExpeditionEpisode https://omnigamers.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/omnigamers-019-norco.mp3
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| 24 Aug 2023 | Venba | 01:07:44 | |
This episode we’re tasting the indie video game Venba, a narrative game about family, immigration and culture, all through the lens of cooking. We discuss cooking games as a genre, but also what it means to tell stories from a unique personal perspective and the broader definition of food as sustenance, family, memory and an expression of love.We also discuss our excitement for Starfield, whether TTRPG’s work as video games and what’s on our playlist, including an update on our exploration of CCG’s with the release of Lorcana.Follow us on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Omnigamersclub) for more details on our upcoming episodes.Send in your questions and feedback to Omnigamersclub@gmail.com or via our website https://www.omnigamers.club/.TimestampsPlaylist: Main Topic: Games DiscussedStarfield, Baldur’s Gate 3, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, Xenoblade Chronicles, Palia, Kitchen Confidence, Lorcana, Keyforge: Winds of Exchange, Small City: DeluxeNext EpisodeIsle of CatsEpisode Fileomnigamers-043-venba.mp3
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