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The Rulebooks Anonymous podcast is an absolute delight for anyone who loves games in all of their forms. As a huge fan of the show, I have thoroughly enjoyed their discussions and insights into games from across the entire gaming spectrum. The hosts bring a wonderful energy to each episode and it's clear that they are having a real blast as they delve into the game du jour.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the entertainment value it offers. The hosts are incredibly funny and entertaining, creating an atmosphere that feels like hanging out with a good group of friends. They have fantastic chemistry together and their banter is both witty and engaging. Even if you've never met any of them, you feel instantly connected to their humor and personalities.
Another great aspect of this podcast is its coverage of gaming and sci-fi topics. It's evident that the hosts have a genuine passion for these subjects and their knowledge shines through in each episode. Whether they're discussing classic board games, video games, or exploring the latest sci-fi releases, they provide insightful commentary and make it fun to listen to. They do an excellent job of keeping listeners engaged throughout.
However, no podcast is without its flaws. One aspect that could be improved upon is the occasional lack of structure in episodes. While the casual nature of the discussions can be charming, there are times when it feels like they could benefit from a more organized format. This would help streamline the content and ensure that all relevant points are addressed.
In conclusion, The Rulebooks Anonymous podcast is a must-listen for anyone with a passion for gaming and sci-fi. The hosts' infectious enthusiasm makes every episode enjoyable and their chemistry keeps listeners hooked from start to finish. Despite some minor organizational issues, this podcast remains highly entertaining and provides valuable insights into various aspects of gaming culture. I highly recommend giving it a listen if you want to join in on the fun!
We are back to recast Star Trek with Muppets, and it is perfection! Startrek Away Missions, you're curious and we have all the details with updates on upcoming expansions. James has an update on AV Ghost, and many complaints about this and that.
It's a solo outing, but D has you covered with a quick review of Lunar Lux on the Switch. What is this intriguing sci fi rpg? For the second half of the episode, we decided to rerecord it due to new information on tarrifs and what the status of the boardgame community is currently in. It's not all doom and gloom, D has a potential solution. Lunar Luxhttps://store.steampowered.com... Titancraft https://titancraft.com
Hop on your broom and grab your bat, it's Quidditch time as we play Harry Potter: Catch the Snitch! Was Ravenclaw victorious, or did Slytherin dominate? We have a brief review of The Day the Earth Blew Up. And an in depth discussion on passing the torch from generation to generation.
We are building up rodent society in Rats of Wistar, and boy did we create a real Ratopia. How does one build up rat society? What cool adventures do rats go on? How do they manage to make super computers and jetpacks? Ever wonder about "dead game mechanics"? We discuss several from an article on BGG which you can check out below.https://boardgamegeek.com/geek...
It's our long awaited return as we conclude our Magical Kittie trilogy. Our adventurous felines have been given the hair raising task of delivering the final present of Christmas for Santa. Will the delivery go off without and complications? Or are there unseen dangers at the bottom of the chimney?Note: This episode is intended for a mature or at least adult adience due to crass language and commentary. Listener discretion is advised.
Part 2 of our Catsmas game of Magical Kitties is here as our fierce felines do battle with the terrifying Krampus! Will they defeat this monster or is Christmas doomed?!
It's the first of our three part Christmas playthrough of Magical Kitties. Join Weasley, Cigarettes, and Sir Pendergast (played by our amazing guest host Angie), as they travel to the north pole to go on an adventure with the man himself: SANTA!
Joining in this mysterious episode, we have Lisa, CC, and Lily to talk all about Murder Mysteries. How are they run? What sort of cool things can you do? Are they scripted? Check out this episode to find out.
Another Bonus Level has been unlocked and we have an amazing guest joining us; the art director for Invincible Fight Girl, David DePasquale! Hear about how Fight Girl came about and some of the influences behind various scenes. Check out Invincible Fight Girl on Adult Swim and on MAX.
In this Bonus Level episode, Captain David from Sparks of Interest joins to talk retro gaming. We've got games from all the previous era, including retro boardgames. Why has retro gaming been growing over the last couple years? We have our theories.
After a long break due to unforseen shenanigans, we are back with a tour of the game Lords of Waterdeep! D decides to complain about the newest D&D book whilst James praises other ttrpg games. And we discuss the inconsistant quality of game movies.Note: this episode was recorded long before all the info dropped regarding a certain individual and his crimes. The jokes made are mostly inspired by the Southpark bit regarding him.
It's time to enter the labyrinth in Disney Villains Labyrinth! What secrets does it hold and who won? James had a weekend, a LEGENDARY weekend as he and LEgendary Chad played some Starwars games and Dark Tower. James talks D off the ledge regarding kickstarters whilst sharing a few future games from Gen Con.
It's a solo outing for D and its Magic time as we talk about Bloomburrow and future Magic sets! A brief update on Lorcana's future and what cards are on the way. And we wrap it up with a review of Panzer Paladin.Panzer Paladin
Enter the wasteland and drive like mad in today's game; Thunder Road Vendetta! Who won in this crazy death race across the board? Captain James gives us the rundown on Starwars Armada and X-Wing. James shares a few guilty pleasure shows he's been watching. And we discuss this season's anime hit, Delicious in Dungeon.
It's another adventure in the mysterious library as we have another round of Magical Kitties! Where have our adventuring felines found themselves now? Will Chet Chadley be reunited with Cigarettes? And what is the mysterious and ghastly Merlin doing in this book? Find out!
We needed a brief paws (pun intended) after sharing our heavy news last episode but we are back with our playthrough of Magical Kitties! Weasley and Cigarettes have returned to the library after finding Weasley's owner in a portal tome. They now must find Chet Cadley and reunite him with Cigarettes. Will they find where he is, or are there more mysteries to unravel?
We begin this episode with some heart breaking news regarding the cast, it's been a hard topic to approach, but we all felt that our listeners needed to know. Despite the sad news, we press on and review The Fox Experiment, a game about breeding the perfect fox. Like Gloomhaven? WE have a mini review of Bugs and Buttons. And we finally do more than complain about Lorcana.
Bonus Level time, and we've got the amazing Well Red Mage! Hear all about Gamelogica, a micro documentary series sharing various myths, legends, folktales, religious, and spiritial aspects within video games. We talk the influence video games have had on his professional career and games that all new gamers should try.https://www.the-pixels.comhttps://youtube.com/@GamelogicaYT?si=S4-7dSYkfSStOXF4https://x.com/thewellredmage?s...
We have returned from a long hiatus (episode was recorded a while ago) and it's time to stalk humans in The Hunger. This deck builder is another fantastic Richard Garfield game and we have all the details and a few tips to win! And what's an RA episode with some Startrek talk? We have a few updates regarding various Startrek ttrpgs.https://renegadegamestudios.co...https://youtube.com/@GamelogicaYT?si=4qacCuopLj0nn5AI
Our second episode in our Magical Kitties playthrough is here! Amanda and D are in search of thier humans and the only help they have is a hurtful book that says mean things to Amanda's cat. Will the kitties survive a trip into a magical story book? And be sure to check out Gamelogica by checking the link below:https://youtube.com/@GamelogicaYT?si=jcljDQtwmoDUTEDg
We are back after a long break with a brand new playthrough: Magical Kitties! Can D and Amanda save the day and thier humans? Will James defeat his cohosts with a series of diabolical traps? Will Levar Burton curse our heroes dice rolls? Listen in and find out!
Our season finale brings us to the Startrek universe with our review of Startrek Adventures! Before we can delve into that however, we talk some of our favorite things regarding Startrek. And since it's been a thorn in many gamers' sides, we complain about Lorcana to finish up.
RA is back with a double shot of gaming review goodness. First up is Contest of Champions, not only a little on the mobile game but a review of the boardgame. Like Mortal Kombat? D has you covered on Mortal Kombat 1, as well as a quick plot synopsis of the previous 3 games (spoiler warning).
It's spooky season and we have a couple games to really celebrate the season! The classic game Grape Escape is our first game, it's like Saw for kids with how you destroy your grapes! Second, it's the game of Gen Con, Boo-ty Call! Which ghost has a thing for your medium? James has thoughts on Lorcana and the availability of cards. And who doesn't like puppets and cosplay? We have the process of James's new hobbies.
Back from a hiatus and we have a lot to talk about! First, a quick review of the console version of Gloomhaven. We then move onto news involving Wizards of the Coast; from Magic the Gethering news to Dungeons and Dragons news. To cap it all off, D discusses life after death for Live Service Games and what that could mean for the future of those games.
The team from Mystic Days is back to tell D all about the new Kickstarter campaign and new tweaks to the game. Be sure to check them out!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mysticdays/mystic-days-caldwell-edition?ref=5y46wb&token=d4266624https://mysticdays.com/https://www.amazon.com/Rons-Old-School-Compendium-Ron-Christopher/dp/B0C47SRMFR
It's a little late but we have James and Amanda's Gen Con adventures! What cool games did they play? Was Lorcana the star of the con? How much art did they purchase? And what's the significance of puppets to all of this?
It's a late solo outing for D but we've got an awesome indy comic for you to check out: Shadowbinders! Who is Mia? Why does she have magic powers? Why is Winston awesome? And how powerful is Rhen? Check out the comic!CLOWNFISH TV - We Love Nerd Stuff!Need some gaming news? Magic has some new sets coming next year in their Universes Beyond, D&D has issues with A.I art, and loads of Lorcana news.
A preview of what's coming to Gen Con! We've got expansions, new games, returning designers, and James has found the winner of the Con for 2023!
Back from vacation and we have an episode all about cards! First up, big news about Magic the Gathering and the Lord of the Rings. Do you enjoy The Princess Bride? We have The Princess Bride: Prepare to Die for your enjoyment. And lastly, a brand new game from the world of Harry Potter, also featuring cards!
It's time to wrestle as we play Kabuto Sumo! Have you wondered if a stag beetle can beat a dung beetle? We have a possible answer! There's some controversy involving an upcoming Disney tcg. Lord of the Rings gets the Magic the Gathering treatment with a bounty placed on a very specific card. And we talk Hocus Pocus 3 and other films.
It's a solo outing as D brings you an update on the game Abducktion. The game is here, but a proper review is going to be another episode. We have a review of the new Zelda game. And the return of Transformers: Forged to Fight!https://www.the-pixels.com/202... ReShoot Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/... Slay the Stars: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/...
We are returning to our roots with one of the first games we ever review on the show: Blood Rage. Bill shares his thoughts on the game and we cover a few of the expansion pieces James has for the game. We talk about Wizards of the Coast going crazy with an accidential release of some Magic cards. And of course, it's movie season so there's a few films to discuss
It's a solo run with D but we have Wizards of the Coast news regarding Magic the Gethering and D&D. What changes have been made for D&D? How is the new set of Magic cards? What is D griping about? And to wrap up the show, a review of the Megaman Battle Network Legacy Collection! Check out The Well Red Mage and ReShoot Movie Podcast on Twitter
It's time to enroll in wizard school and blast away spiders (so many spiders) as James, D, and guest THE David Moser, cover Hogwarts Legacy. What sort of spells do the hosts use? How have they gone about playing? And is the true villain the Floo Powder lady that randomly talks to you? Plus, we discuss comics, in particular IDW and the recently announced TMNT game based on The Last Ronin.
It's our hundredth episode and we decide to look back at games we've played and enjoyed, games we struggled with, and future games to review and share with all of you! We talk Startrek and comics and the current state they're in and finish things off with big news from James and Amanda. Thank you all so much for joining us for 100 episodes!
It's another Bonus Level and in this one, we are going even deeper into the Mirrorverse! Joining D from Kabam is Kabam Lyra (Senior Community Manager), Dani Merrithew (Game Design Lead), and Ryan Boulanger (Franchise Creative Director) to talk about the designs of characters, different modes, and even a few hints at the future of the game. Wonder how the game got pitched to Disney? We have the answer here!https://apps.apple.com/us/app/...
It's time to travel through space as we review Starship Captains. Is it Startrek? Pretty close! We also cover a new favorite song of James's. And to wrap things up, James shares his trauma from the ending of the old cartoon, David the Gnome. For good messure, we cover the top ten WTF endings from tv shows.
It's a short episode as D reviews a couple of video games for you, Dead Space Remake and Theatrhythym Final Bar Line. What do these games have in common? Absolutely nothing but boy are they fun! And for those of you who enjoy Isekai animes and mangas, D has a kickstarter for you to check out with Isekai th Board Game.https://www.kickstarter.com/pr...
It's the start of another season and we are here to finish our Christmas themed Kids on Bikes play through! Will Amanda, Smart Shark Nathan, and D solve the case of the missing decorations? Will Hallmark town have a Merry Christmas? What's the deal with Mr Wheeler? Will James make it through this play through with his sanity intact? Listen in!
We're starting 2023 with a new Bonus Level and it's a spoiler filled episode about God of War Ragnarok! Join the Lord Reverend D as he and Hector and Ruthie from ReShoot podcast talk all things GoW and even delve into a little bit of D&D talk. Check out the The ReShoot podcast in the link below.https://open.spotify.com/show/...
It's our season finale and what better way to end the season than with driving James insane! It's the first of a special Christmas themed two part play through of Kids on Bikes. What mysteries with D, Amanda, and special guest Smart Shark Nathan uncover? Who is trying to ruin Christmas in the town of Hallmark? And did D name his character after James and The Legendary Chad again? And as always with our "live" play throughs, this episode is rate Explicit. Listener discretion is advised.
It's a video game centered episode as Lord Reverend D gives you quick reviews of three new games! We've got God of War Ragnarok. We have the new expansion for World of Warcraft, Dragonflight. And, of course some new Pokemon with Pokemon Violet. Not enough for ya? How about the results of the 2022 Video Game of the Year awards? We have that covered too.
Everyone is back in this episode and we've got a review of Mississippi Queen for ya! Where has the rest of the team been? James and Amanda share with us their exciting trip to Disneyland. And we have reviews of Hocus Pocus 2, The Munsters, and Cabinet of Curiosities.
Are you looking for a different kind of tabletop RPG? Do you think combat should be fast paced? Tired of your magic just fizzling out when you know darn well magic is unpredictable? D is here with the creators of Mystic Days, a ttrpg that will thrill and excite you with it's mechanics and innovative play! Be sure to check out their site for more info.Mystic Days: https://mysticdays.com/
It's a solo outing but D has Dice Throne for you! Fan of manga? D has two stories to delight you. An indie comic that feels like how American comics should be? Oh, we've got you covered there. A few mobile shutdowns bring to question the longevity of mobile games in the current market. And Hellraiser is back, but is it good?Dice Throne Comic: https://shop.dicethrone.com/pages/faqRippaverse: https://rippaverse.com/
Lord Reverend D has a game for the end of the world as he reviews Doomlings! Ever play World of Warcraft? D has returned after a 10 year break to share the vast changes in game. And finally, D is going to attempt to fix G4 TV. Can he do it, or are they too far gone?
It's interview time and we have an AWESOME guest for you! Patrick of Tiki Games is here to share his love of table top rpgs, board games, and a few other things. Curious about his upcoming games? We chat up Outbreak at Mount Callum, Crank it up, and a few surprises with upcoming projects. Check it out!Follow Tiki Games here: https://linktr.ee/tikigames?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=74fc8dec-97e7-4a9d-a82d-95a25ace645e
The Tower looms in the distance, dark and menacing. The only heroes who can save us all are Orson Welles and Hellboy. Where did this conversation come from? Well, we decided to review the amazing Return to Dark Tower! Bill, Amanda, and James give their thoughts on the newish Hellboy movie. And we talk new developments in D&D!https://restorationgames.com/return-to-dark-tower/I Finally Watched podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-finally-watched/id1515999974?i=1000577635949
It's hero time! In this solo episode, Lord Reverend D covers 3 games, with two being tied to My Hero Academia! We have the boardgame My Hero Academia Plus Ultra! We have the My Hero Academia TCG! And to break it up, a review of Xenoblade Chronicles 3! Want info on D&D and Magic the Gathering? D's got you cover with a quick recap of announcements from Wizards of the Coast themselves!Slay the Stars Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slay-the-stars/id1621152400
It's a total circus in here as we review the meeple stacking game, Meeple Circus. The game has it all, animals, acrobats, clowns, and much more. How high can you stack your meeples?In the second half of the show, it's all about Startrek and our love for the various shows!
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