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Engaged Family Gaming Podcasts! Stephen Duetzmann
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4.6 • 18 Ratings
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Welcome to the Engaged Family Gaming Network! We publish regular podcasts about video games, board games, and all sorts of family entertainment!
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Checking in On The Big 3 Consoles
Show Notes!
Good News!
What We Played
Stephen: Mario vs Donkey Kong
Linda: Space Escape; Mole Rats in Space
Jeffrey - Persona 3 Reload
Jon : FF1 Pixel Remaster
Amanda: Lil Guardsman
Mom's Playlist
6 games for a group (up to 6 or more players)
What is a party game:
“Party games are games that encourage social interaction. They generally have easy setups and simple rules, and they can accommodate large groups of people and play in a short amount of time.” --BGG
Tsuro; tile laying, 2-8 players
7 Wonders, card drafting and set collection, 2-7 players
King of Tokyo push your luck, dice, 2-6 players
Skyjo card game set collection, 2-8 players
Monsdrawcity party game 3-8 players
Green Team wins party, 3-12
Topic of the Show
Check in on the three big Consoles.
Switch 2 not coming until 2025 (reportedly)
Xbox is sending 4 games multiplatform and Activision games are going to Game Pass
PS5 entering the latter stage of its life cycle, no major existing titles until 2025
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Robocop is Not for the Kids - EFG Podcast
This week the pals got together to talk about some great board games and the results of the Xbox Developer Direct!
Good News!
What We Played:
Linda: Age of Wonders: Planet Fall
Steve: Palworld
Amanda: Baldur’s Gate 3
Jeff: Power Wash Simulator
Jon: Robocop
Mom’s Playlist!
Blues busters: Game night themes
Foodie
Setting the Mood: choose a food from the game an feature it as part of the gathering
Sushi Go (or any of the series)
Hoagie
Go Nuts for donuts
Abandon All Artichokes
Steam Up A Feast of DIm Sum
Nature
Setting the mood: Have a candle or diffuser burning/going that has an scent reminiscent of the outdoors
Trails
Planted
Photosynthesis
Planet (Blue Orange)
Wingspan
Evolution the Beginning
Saving the world/succeeding together
Setting the Mood: Soundtrack of suspenseful music
Forbidden Island (or other of the series)
The Crew
Zombie Kids
Last Defense
Small world
Pandemic
Main Topic - Xbox Developer Showcase!Xbox Developer_Direct: All the News and Announcements - Xbox Wire
Avowed – Launching Fall 2024.
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II – Launching May 21.
Visions of Mana – Launching Summer 2024.
Ara: History Untold – Launching Fall 2024.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle – Launching 2024.
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Most Anticipated Games of 2024 | Engaged Family Gaming
🌟🎲 Welcome back to Engaged Family Gaming, your go-to podcast for all things gaming from a family perspective! This week, we've got a special treat as the whole gang is here to discuss their Most Anticipated Video Games and Board Games of 2024! 🎮👨👩👧👦
🔊 Join Steve, Linda, Manda, Jeffrey, and Jon as they dive deep into the gaming world, sharing their personal picks and exciting insights on what's coming up in 2024. Whether you're into video games, board games, or both, this episode is packed with information and fun for gamers of all ages!
🕹️ Games We’ve Played:
Linda talks about her experience with "Mind Space" by All Play.
Steve shares his adventures in "LEGO Fortnite."
Manda discusses the charming world of "Flamecraft."
Jeffrey revisits a classic with "Super Mario RPG."
Jon explores the galaxy in "Star Wars: Jedi Survivor."
👩👧👦 Mom's Playlist:
Dive into "Wyrmspan."
Explore the serene "Cascadia: Rolling Hills" (2024).
Tackle the wilds in "Command of Nature" (Unstable Games).
Adventure with "Dodo: Kosmo."
Revisit a classic in "King of Tokyo: Origins" (2024).
🧸 Bonus Game for the Little Kids:
"The Dog Ate My Homework" by University Games.
🌟 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2024:
Steve is excited for "Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door."
Jeff looks forward to "Final Fantasy: Rebirth."
Amanda can't wait for "Thaumaturge" and "Lil' Guardsman."
Jon is eager for "Turnip Boy Robs a Bank."
🤔 Hot Topic: Could there be a new Switch this year? Join our discussion on the possibilities!
🔗 Useful Links:
Links
Amanda’s Books! https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/p....
Our Digital Magazine https://engagedfamilygaming.com/wp-co...
Coils of Destiny https://www.Engagedfamilygaming.com/c...
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💬 We Want to Hear from You: What are your most anticipated games of 2024? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
📧 Contact Us: For any inquiries, suggestions, or just to share your gaming stories, email us at [email address].
Thanks for tuning in to Engaged Family Gaming. Let's gear up for an amazing year of gaming in 2024!
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The EFG Games of The Year
The EFG Games of the Year!!
Board Games
Robot Quest Arena: Wise Wizard Games
Casting Shadows: Unstable Games
HerStory
Honorable Mentions:
The Fuzzies
Video Games
Cozy Game of the Year - Venba, Dave the Diver
Rated M - Final Fantasy XVI, Resident Evil 4 Remake
Rated T - Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Stray Gods, Octopath Traveler 2
Rated E 10+ - The Legend of Zelda: tears of the Kingdom, Fae Farm, Sea of Stars, Dredge
Rated E - Super Mario Bros. Wonder
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Our Holiday Gift Guide Episode!
“Digital Playgrounds: Our Kids and Video Games - https://press.etc.cmu.edu/index.php/product/digital-playground-our-kids-video-games/.
We're also excited to share our brand-new digital magazine featuring our holiday gift guide and more!
And for the DnD aficionados, you won't want to miss our DnD Liveplay at https://www.Engagedfamilygaming.com/cod.%22
Good News
Games We’re Playing
Mom’s Playlist
Gift Guide Highlights
LOTR Adventure Book
Ravensburger:
https://www.ravensburger.us/products/games/strategy-games/the-lord-of-the-rings-adventure-book-game-60002037/index.html
800 Pound Gorilla
Dolphin Hat Games
https://dolphinhat.com/product/800-pound-gorilla/
Casting Shadows
Unstable Games
https://www.unstablegames.com/collections/casting-shadows
Pete the Cat: Terrific Taco Game
Briarpatch (University Games)
Flamecraft
Lucky Duck Games, Cardboard Alchemy
News/Topics
https://engagedfamilygaming.com/parent-resources/holiday-gifts/the-official-engaged-family-gaming-holiday-gift-guide-video-games/
https://engagedfamilygaming.com/parent-resources/holiday-gifts/the-official-engaged-family-gaming-holiday-gift-guide-board-games/
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Family Friendly Activision Franchises
Join Steve, Linda, Jon, Jeff, and Amanda as they talk about the family friendly game franchises that Xbox can bring back now that they purchased Activision/Blizzard!
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Customer Reviews
Fantastic resource for gamers and families with gamers
The knowledge and passion the EFG team shows have been invaluable in helping me bond with my nephews over gaming. Will be listening for years to come!
Great resource for families
This podcast is very informative. If you have questions about the games your kids play or talk about, this is exactly what you should be listening to. They alternate between discussing video games and board games. It’s a great resource around the holidays!
Great shows!
The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast, EFG LFG PST .... both cool shows. This is a great podcast network!