The Game's the Thing
a podcast about tabletop games
Host: Ron and Veronica Blessing
Website: http://thegamesthething.com
Join Ron and Veronica Blessing as they discuss the many aspects of tabletop games. The show features game reviews, interviews, and additional commentary about games and the hobby as a whole.
| Episode Name | Release Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 034: Dungeons & Dragons 4th Edition Discussion | 06/21/2008 | We were joined by our friend and local d20 expert, Andrew Harvey, to discuss our thoughts and opinions of the new D&D. And yes, we do alternately call him Andrew and Harvey. It's a long story.Also check out:Southern Arizona Gamers AssociationRinCon Games |
| Episode 033: Online Tabletop Gaming with Kevin Melka | 06/04/2008 | We were joined by Kevin Melka of Digital Adventures, a publisher for the popular online tabletop roleplaying software, Fantasy Grounds II. We discussed playing pen and paper RPGs online, as well as using tools like FGII at the game table. Also, Kevin reveals future plans for Digital Adventures, as... |
| Episode 032: Freeport and Systemless Settings with Chris Pramas | 05/21/2008 | We were joined by Green Ronin Publishing President (and former punk rocker) Chris Pramas to discuss the Freeport setting and the concept of systemless settings, in general. Of course, Chris takes the time to give a preview of upcoming products from Green Ronin, such as the new A Song of Ice and... |
| Episode 031: Gaming With the S.O. and BGG Contest | 05/04/2008 | We are joined by our friends Lindsey Ehman and Matt Cancio to discuss gaming with your significant other. Veronica reveals what makes a board game playable for her - this will turn into a regular feature.We announce the winner of the Modern Art Blank Player Screen Design Contest that took place on... |
| Episode 030: Dave Blewer Interview | 04/04/2008 | We interview Dave Blewer about his new Savage Worlds plot point setting, Sundered Skies, due out in May. We had some internet-based problems with sound that were fixed to the best of our ability. Please excuse the issue. If any clarification is needed, stop by the Pinnacle forums.Show Links:Savage... |
| Episode 029: The Savage World of Solomon Kane | 03/21/2008 | After a hiatus in excess of three months, we're back.Our friend Jen Decker joins us for this RPG extravaganza! We discuss Jared Sorensen's InSpectres (published by Memento Mori Theatricks), Robin Laws' The Esoterrorists (published by Pelgrane Press), and our own homebrew post-apocalyptic Savage... |
| Episode 028: Shaintar Release Interview | 12/13/2007 | We interview Sean Patrick Fannon about the recent release of the full Plot-Point version of Shaintar: Immortal Legends for Savage Worlds. A good time was had by all.We give away a full library of Fabled Environments' Modern Floorplans, courtesy of Charles White and 12 to Midnight, to the winner... |
| Episode 027: Steve Kenson Interview | 11/07/2007 | We interview Green Ronin's Steve Kenson. Among other things, we discuss Mutants & Masterminds, True20, and what Steve is playing.Steve's Links:SteveKenson.comGreen RoninMutants & MastermindsTrue20Other Links:Con on the CobOther Games Mentioned:Spirit of the CenturyMageChangelingLow... |
| Episode 026: Charles White, Part Two | 10/21/2007 | This is the second part of the interview with 12 to Midnight's Charles White. We managed to go off on a completely different subject. Also, we have Little Black Book. Clint discusses and demonstrates the new Savage Worlds: Explorer's Edition chase rules with us. We finally have a winner for... |
| Episode 025: Charles White, Part One | 10/07/2007 | We're finally back with Charles White wherein he discusses his work at Fabled Environments, the maker of Modern Floorplans for 12 to Midnight. Clint Black is back with the Little Black Book. The segment has a brand new "professional" intro and we discuss the fan-requested Rippers. Also,... |