The State of Games Episode 68 – The One About Themes
Possibly one of the most hotly-contested topics in board gaming is theme, and with good reason – many gamers want to feel as though they are immersed in a game as they thwart their opponents and come up with a winning strategy. But is theme everything? Can you enjoy a game that has no apparent theme? And what, exactly, creates that immersive experience? It is these questions, and more, that lie within the heart of this podcast.
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I’m reminiscing about my old Crossbows and Catapults game now that I played with my brother growing up. I still remembering those discs caroming off the plastic blocks and sliding along our wood floors. That was quite thematic and fun. On the opposite side of the theme spectrum, I heartily recommend Clans as a game with a very light theme (it’s practically an abstract), but don’t let that deter you as it’s a really good game. It plays quick and provides plenty of tense decisions, and even includes some bluffing. It’s an older game, but worth seeking out.