The BrainCast

BrainWave Games
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Join Chris and John of BrainWave Games as they talk about the ins and outs of board and card games, including design, story, production, and the fun of playing.

  1. 04/07/2023

    Episode 21 - Opinion on Player Interaction in Board Games

    Welcome back to the BrainCast! In this episode, John and Chris from Brainwave Games take a look at player interaction and how best it fits into games. Interestingly enough, when they hear the term "player interaction", these guys think of two different things! Listen to what they think on player interaction from a mechanic and emotional standpoint but also how best to try and plan for its incorporation into a board game design. As always enjoy the episode and happy gaming! Don't forget to checkout our Kickstarter coming out on April 25th! Here is a link to our Kickstarter (preview) Page. Can't wait for y'all to enjoy! Check us out on BrainWave Games website: https://brainwave.games Follow us on: Instagram: BrainWaveGames Sign up for our Newsletter: Newsletter

    53 min

  2. 03/10/2023

    Episode 20 - Game Analysis of "Starship Captains"

    This week Chris and John of Brainwave Games tackle one of their favorite genre of games: Science Fiction! In this episode, the brothers take a look at the board game Starship Captains, a 2-4 player adventure where you are in command of a vessel that warps through the galaxy, engaging in adventures and fighting off space pirates. And for all of those Star Trek fans, this has a certain familiar feel to it! Mechanics, art, and gameplay are some of the topics that Chris and Johnny get into so stick around and enjoy their rambling musings on this delightful game. BrainWave Games website: https://brainwave.games Instagram: BrainWaveGames Newsletter sign-up: Newsletter

    43 min

  3. 02/10/2023

    Episode 19 - BBBG #6 - Action Systems

    Welcome back listeners! Chris and Johnny of BrainWave Games are back and ready to jump back into talking about the world of board gaming! They start 2023 with a 3BG episode, talking about Action Systems and how they are applied to multiple games that Chris and Johnny enjoy playing. They also talk about their upcoming Kickstarter that will be hitting the web in early April. Keep yall’s eyes open for all the posts about the launch and enjoy the episode! Links:  BrainWave Games website: https://brainwave.games Instagram: BrainWaveGames Newsletter sign-up: Newsletter

    51 min

  4. 11/22/2022

    Episode 18 - Season 1 Finale

    Join Chris and Johnny as they wrap up the first season of the BrainCast. They take a look back at their first year of podcasting as well as how things have gone for Brainwave Games. They are excited to share what didn't go so well but also the highlights of 2021-22 as they developed several games and created season 1 of the podcast.   Chris and Johnny will be back early 2023 with a new season of the BrainCast! Until then, have a great holiday season and happy gaming!

    33 min

  5. 10/07/2022

    Episode 17 - To buy a holiday themed game or not to buy a holiday themed game?

    Chris and Johnny from Brainwave Games tackle the holiday themed game! As they head into October, Chris and Johnny felt it was a good time to discuss the ever perplexing but sometimes interesting holiday themed game, analyzing the purpose of these types of games, if its more difficult to design a game for a holiday season, and what might their favorite holiday and holiday inspired game might be!  Be forewarned, this is not a top 10 list episode (both Johnny and Chris don't care for those so they didn't make one!)

    46 min

  6. 08/26/2022

    Episode 16 - Review Round-Up - Oh those enigmatic IP Games!

    Welcome back listeners! On today's episode, Johnny takes a deep dive into IP games. He looks at what makes them so interesting and unappealing at the same time, if knock-offs are as good as the real thing, and if its worth the hassle to work within the confines of a IP license for your game or just stick to your original design.  (Sorry for the delay between this episode and the last one, personal responsibilities came up and we both have had to adjust our schedule accordingly. But that is behind us now and we should be able to drop episodes more frequently!)

    38 min

  7. 07/15/2022

    Episode 15 - Opinion - IP games vs Non-IP Games, which is better?

    Join Chris and John from BrainWave Games as they discuss IP (Intellectual Property) games vs Non-IP games, what are IP games in general, if Non-IP games are at a disadvantage, and whether you should invest your money and time in some of the more interesting IP games out there or stick with the traditional but exciting Non-IP games. Stay tuned and hope you enjoy!

    36 min

  8. 06/13/2022

    Episode 14 - BBBG #5 - Legacy Mechanic

    Welcome back all! Join Chris and Johnny as they dive into another 3BG (Build a Better Board Game) episode and talk about the mechanic of "Legacy". This3BG episode is a little different as it takes on more of an opinion feel to it but that is due to the strange nature of the "Legacy" mechanic. Chris and Johnny try to determine how it differs from the "Campaign" mechanic, what are the benefits or downsides of implementing this mechanic and if its even worth adding to your boardgames. So without further ado, lets get this episode started!

    52 min
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Join Chris and John of BrainWave Games as they talk about the ins and outs of board and card games, including design, story, production, and the fun of playing.

Information

  • Creator
    BrainWave Games
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © BrainWave Games
  • Show Website
    The BrainCast