Dice Hate Me Game of the Year Awards 2016
Happy New Year, dear readers! Welcome to 2017, and it’s hard to believe it’s already here! It was a crazy year for the boardgame industry, as well as for Dice Hate Me Games/Greater Than Games. We finally saw the delivery of New Bedford after a lot of hard work, and were blessed with the funding of a very personal project in Fate of the Elder Gods. Count in Lazer Ryderz, the second round of Meta Rabbit games, and development on exciting projects like Legends of Sleepy Hollow,... Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 121: The One About the Best Games of 2016
It’s the second most wonderful time of the year – that time when we look back on the best and brightest games of the previous year! This year it’s really pretty cool, as there is very little overlap in the games that Darrell, TC, Jessica, and myself have picked for our Games and Discoveries of the years, which means much more quality goodness and variety for all of you, dear listeners! As much as 2016 was a mixed bag of quality in the industry, it still turned... Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 119: The One About Chits and Chat
We got the band back together! And, boy, did we have a lot to talk about. With all four of us scattered to the four winds during Thanksgiving and beyond, we felt like it would be a good time for another potpourri episode, especially since there were some particularly meaty topics around. We also figured this would be a good palette cleanser before our big holiday episode coming up in ep. 120 where we’ll all be together at Casa de Louder for festivities. Enjoy! Read More Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 118: The One About the Good Ol’ Days
Ahhh, the good ol’ days. Many of us look back with great nostalgia on those events, items, shows, and such that bring us warm, fuzzy feelings and help us to combat the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune in our daily lives. The board game space is rife with nostalgia nowadays, with many designers and publishers banking on the selling power of happy memories from yesteryear. So pour yourself some Nesquick, put on your superhero jammies, and kick back as we look back on... Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 117: The One About Secrets
It’s no secret that everybody loves a good secret, and we’re here to talk all about that particular phenomenon in the board game space. We’ve had some experience with having to keep a secret or two around the Dice Hate Me HQ and it’s not always easy. But, sometimes it’s necessary, not only to protect a game design, but also to protect the production timeline. Confused? Don’t be, as all will be made clear after listening to Ep. 117! Read More Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 116: The One About Exceptions that Make the Rule
If we’ve learned one thing over the years, it’s that not all games are for all people. We all have individual tastes in types of games that we like, and often times will steer clear of other games of those same types down the road. This podcast is all about those little gems that have surprised us over the years, made us rethink why we never liked these types of games in the first place, and that we’re eager to share now with all of you dear listeners. Read... Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 114: The One About Board Games As Art
There are certain times in the history of the podcast where we just feel compelled to dive headlong into the deep recesses of our hobby to discuss somewhat esoteric things. This time around, it’s all about art – specifically, if board games (or any consumer-based media, for that matter) could be considered art. Through our journey, we define what art means to us, which games we think might fit the bill, and even which games helped to define our generation, art pieces... Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 111 – The One About Running With The Bulls
It’s time for the really big show! That’s right, it’s time to get our butts to Indianapolis for Gen Con! It’s hard to believe it’s here again so soon, and even as I post this a day before I’m leaving I still have about a week’s worth of work to do. It’ll all be worth it, though, to see the sights, the spectacles, and the super gamers having fun. Also, I’m really looking forward to some super spicy shrimp cocktail. Seriously. ... Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 110 – The One About Mt. Gamesmore
Coming at you live from RuthCon, it’s The State of Games! Jessica and I got a chance to record in person this episode at RuthCon 2016, hosted by our friend Ruth Boyack. It was pretty awesome, and better organized than both Origins and GenCon combined. TC joined us via Skype and we talked about some pretty geeky game design business, but it turned out to be one of our best episodes yet. So get comfy, grab your encyclopedia of classic game design, and crank it up! Read More Read More
The State of Games, Ep. 109 – The One About Origins 2016
Hey there, it’s time for con season! Veteran podcast listeners know what to to expect around this time, but also veteran readers know what to expect for Origins Game Fair! That’s right, we love our time at the North Market, eating waffles and crepes at Taste of Belgium, plus naming our favorite ice cream flavors from Jeni’s! Beyond that, you’d best lay back and listen to our best bits from enjoying everything at the Origins Game Fair if you weren’t... Read More
