Tabletop to CPU

This episode Chris and Nate examine some of the connections that we make over video games.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUBlueSky:@mcpownsalot.bsky.socialTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate talk about keeping secrets.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate discuss how remakes and remasters might improve a game and make it a better experience (or not).Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Nate has been playing too many NYT games, but are they games. Chris decides right now.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate discuss how limited resources impact a game and how you have to play throught the game.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate discuss mechanics that get added to games that don't add to the game.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This time Chris and Nate discuss some games that help build narratives.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate discuss when a game system just feels so smooth and pops off.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate decide what games are worthy of helping determine the GOAT gamer.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate have the beat and decide to rock out.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

A fool learns from their own mistakes, a wise man learns from the mistakes of others -- Sun Tsu probably...Chris and Nate discuss how content creators can help you add and bring things to your game.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate discuss expansions and bonus content that make games better.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate discuss some of the pros and cons of having an open world to explore.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate discuss ways to set up encounters and design engaging content.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate discuss Nate's recent trip to the Star Wars Starcruiser!Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate break down some of the ways in which conflict is resolved in Avatar RPG and discuss some of Last of UsFacebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate check out the Avatar TTRPG in this episode, looking at some of the unique things the system does.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate discuss the benefits of branching out in your games.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate try out a D&D tool for creating cool stories for your RPG campaigns.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate examine resource management in collectible card games such as Marvel Snap.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This time Chris and Nate talk about inventory management? Surprisingly complex.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week, Chris and Nate discuss how different people engage in different play environments.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate reflect on board game mechanics and how they can't hide behind graphics or DM trickery.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week we discuss the genres of Multiplayer FPS games.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate check out ways to design puzzles both in video games and at the RPG table.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate talk about how players and community engage in the design process.Do people read the descriptions, let me know.PS Chris still hasn't finished Inscryption, so please @ him.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris is working his way through Inscryption and Nate has thoughts on puzzle games.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Chris and Nate discuss games you can really dig your teeth into and play for a long time.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week we are back to the concept of simplicity and how much we love it, especially for board games.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week, we discuss if it is important to judging a game to look at how glitchy it is.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week Chris and Nate delve into what makes a game "community driven".Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

We aren't mental health experts, but this week we discuss how video games can help when someone needs to take a break from the grind.Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas everyone!Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas everyone!Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Today we talk about how to support your friends and families this Christmas (or holiday season) with gifts appropriate for gamers and non-gamers alike!Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

In the spirit of Halloween, two fraidy cats look at what games they would play to spook up a Halloween gaming get together.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Have you been watching shows like the Mandalorian and Visions and want to capture the feeling of Star Wars? We look at how games focus on capturing the core spirit of Star Wars through mechanics and design.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Collected thoughts on a lot of things. You will have to listen to find out!Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week we talk about Grand Strategy and 4X games.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

How do you make mechanics that tell different stories than the basic D20 we all know and love? This week Chris and Nate discuss some of their most favorite mechanics from other systems and how to add some of your own flavor.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This episode Chris and Nate discuss Rogue-like games and the genre defining games.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Join Chris and Nate as they develop from scratch and the top of their heads a brand new pirate themed campaign setting called "Bubble Bubble Boom Boom" (It's a working title)Also we are starting a give away, so listen to the end of the episode.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

In this Episode, Chris and Nate look at how American and Western game design differ from Eastern game design in honor of 4th of July.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week we talk about Nate's favorite Survival Crafter Subnautica and the genre as a whole.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_toTwitch:https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

This week we discuss Magic the Gathering and some of the awesome and not so awesome formats you can play.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_to

We look at a combination of RPG's and miniatures games to see how space is utilized differently across different game systems.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_to

Planning on playing more board games? Well here is our "short" list of games to build out a simple collection!Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_to

Chris this week teaches us a new word, tune in to learn it! We discuss when mechanics get in the way of the greater goals of the game.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_to

This episode we look at the different ways that board games are establishing stories.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_to

Hey everyone, this short episode is an update on development and how things are progressing with the podcast.Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPUTwitter:@cpu_to

We discuss the early foundation of mobile games and how they have been transformed as phones have changed today.

This week we discuss the biggest digital card games around and what makes some better and worse and look closely at monetization and mana choices.