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eXplorminate

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4X Games
Age Of Wonders 4
Shadow Empire
Dominion 6
ARA: History Untold
Aura History Untold
Zephon
Civilization 7
Dominions 6
Songs Of Silence
Distant Worlds 2
Okinawa
Cyclone
Proxy Studios
Dominions 5
Diplomacy Mechanics
Cthulian Monsters
Cyberpunk Elements
Crafting Systems
UI Design

The eXplorminate Podcast brings you great content about 4X, strategy, and tactics games. We feature news, reviews, discussion of gameplay mechanics, and interviews with the genres' top developers. Enjoy, and keep exploring.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes232Founded11 years ago
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Video GamesLeisure

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Latest Episodes

Is this a battle of people with "battle" in their name?

Welcome BattleMode, well known for his uncompromising opinions on modern game design(don't mention "gameplay loop!)

Welcome BloodyBattleBrain, well known for his somewhat unhealthy obsession w... more

Whose music reigns supreme?

Whose chant echoes through the ages?

Who shall triumph, in the battle of the Songs?

Join BBB, Drexy, Ricky and David as they discuss Songs of Conquest and Songs of Silence.

Two songs enter, one song leaves?

Join the gang as we go over 2 games that got dlc recently.

Which do you prefer, Conquest of Eo or Zephon?

Join the eXplorminate gang as we dig deep into the Endless Legend 2 demo, and talk about what we like, and what we think needs some more work.

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Recent Guests

Vic Reijkersz
Game developer and creator of Shadow Empire
VR Designs
Episode: Shadow Empire Interview with Vic Reijkersz in 2024

Hosts

Andy
Host and co-host of content discussions, engaging deeply with the gaming community.
Drexy
Co-host known for engaging discussions and humor, enhancing listener experience.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • It’s a solid strategy!

    I discovered this podcast during COVID and it has quickly become my favourite games related podcast. The hosts have commonly invested significant amount of time into the games they discuss which gives a much more interesting listen than a rushed out “review”.

    Shout out to Rob’s voice, and all of the ‘Rob’ impressions from Drexy / Battlemode always get a laugh from me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Norwichfan88
    Australiaa year ago
  • Best strategie game podcast! Love the crew, thee have fun but have interesting comments.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Tim
    a year ago
  • Great reviews.

    I love the way the hosts interact. They make well-reasoned, well-articulated points and even when they have opposing and passionate hot takes, they disagree respectfully with little to no overtalk. A true accomplishment in the modern media landscape.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CR119290
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show, but please get rid of the long winded ad start

    Dear guys,

    First and foremost, keep up the great work on the overall excellent content of every podcast!

    Please get rid of the long winded 3 minute long ad intro before getting to the content, however.

    Its far too long, its always the same message and gets really annoying, especially if you listen to a few shows in one go.

    Fully understand you guys needs to mention the sponsors, but for the sake of sanity, do think about something of a more creative format! :)

    Preferably at the end of the sho... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RKraak
    Netherlands2 years ago
  • Just a very good, mature and really fun discussions on strategy games!

    Podcast Addict
    4
    tim
    3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The hosts are noted for their respectful debates and camaraderie, contributing positively to the show's appeal.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful insights and deep discussions on games and their design mechanics.
Feedback includes occasional critiques about the length of advertisement segments, indicating room for improvement in flow.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

AoW4 - flawed or flavourful?
Q: How do you guys play Age of Wonders 4?
Opinions vary, with some treating it more like an RPG and others leaning towards its strategic elements, with discussions about whether they stick to single-player or engage in multiplayer.
The Death of 4X?
Q: What do you consider a failure in the 4X genre?
A failure would be a game that fails to retain players and doesn't achieve profitability, leading to reduced support for future games in the genre.
The Death of 4X?
Q: What features do you think a successful 4X game needs nowadays?
A successful 4X game should ideally release in a half-decent state and create enough hype to engage the community.
Shadow Empire Interview with Vic Reijkersz in 2024
Q: How are you planning on integrating more items with the luxury consumption rules?
I want every planet to have unique items procedurally generated for variety in each game.
Shadow Empire Interview with Vic Reijkersz in 2024
Q: How far are you into that?
I have already designed it on paper and now I need to start coding it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About eXplorminate

What is eXplorminate about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content centers around 4X and strategy games, featuring a mix of discussions, news, reviews, and interviews with prominent developers. Episodes critically analyze gameplay mechanics, exploring both the strengths and weaknesses of various games within the genre, such as Age of Wonders and Distant Worlds. The hosts often share personal gaming experiences and insights, creating a community atmosphere while focusing on detailed and nuanced gaming discussions. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to evolving its content based on listener feedback and industry trends, promising a vibrant platform for both gaming enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.

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eXplorminate launched 11 years ago and published 232 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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