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Fun Problems

Board game design is a deep and often challenging pursuit. We explore all aspects of game design and the fun problems (and solutions) that come with it.

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#27 - Game State

#27 - Game State

Today we talk about Game State; how and when to track it, and how to consider it's use in game design. funproblemspodcas... Read more

29 Jul 2023

30mins

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9 Jul 2023

7mins

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#26 Kids Games and Kid Friendly Games

#26 Kids Games and Kid Friendly Games

Today we talk about the difference between kids games and kid friendly games, and the dos and don'ts for both!Breakout C... Read more

9 Jul 2022

1hr 15mins

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#25 That Time You Killed Me Design Diary

#25 That Time You Killed Me Design Diary

Today we talk about the design and development of Peters recent time travel abstract strategy hit "That time you killed ... Read more

20 Jun 2022

55mins

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#23 Brain Chemistry Part 2

#23 Brain Chemistry Part 2

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#22 BONUS Inhuman Conditions

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#21 Robotopia Design and Development Lessons

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#20 Brain Chemistry, The Bedrock of Fun (Part 1)

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#19 Structure VS Content

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