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Audio version of the Vlogs and Q and A streams from Gaming Rules! Youtube channel.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes117Founded5 years ago
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Hi! and welcome to episode 118 of the Gaming Rules! Podcast.

This episode is an audio recording of the Gaming Rules! live YouTube Q&A session from May 2026. In this episode Paul answers questions posted by members of his Boardgamegeek guild and thos... more

Hi! and welcome to episode 117 of the Gaming Rules! Podcast.

This episode is an audio recording of the Gaming Rules! YouTube Vlog from April 2026. Paul discusses the games he played between 1st April 2026 through to 28th April 2026, gives details of... more

Hi! and welcome to episode 116 of the Gaming Rules! Podcast.

This episode is an audio recording of the Gaming Rules! live YouTube Q&A session from April 2026. In this episode Paul answers questions posted by members of his Boardgamegeek guild and th... more

Hi! and welcome to episode 115 of the Gaming Rules! Podcast.

This episode is an audio recording of the Gaming Rules! YouTube Vlog from March 2026. Paul discusses the games he played between 28th February through to 31st March 2026, gives details of ... more

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Host

Paul Grogan
Paul Grogan, host of Gaming Rules! and creator behind Gaming Rules! New Podcast.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Always interesting. Paul has a great deal of knowledge about modern games and a conversational style of presenting it. A podcast I look forward to.

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    Jonnyalpha
    3 years ago
  • Only just discovered this…

    I occasionally listen to Paul’s Live Q&A and his monthly Vlog, but time is tight. However, finding a Podcast version is excellent news.

    Paul is an engaging and entertaining gamer who wears his heart on his sleeve, I thoroughly enjoy his insights, his thinking and his honesty. Highest recommend for all interested in the latest news in table-top gaming

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CamelDown
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • A great way to catch up on the go

    The podcast is a great way to catch up on Paul's monthly VLOG and Q&A sessions if I don't have time to watch them on YouTube.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aziraphael666
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Paul @ Gaming Rules is far and away my favorite content creator and commentator on board games. Having his VLOG and Q&A sessions on the go is great, makes the housework so much easier to get through. As such, by proxy, my wife loves him too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luckyjoe80
    United States5 years ago

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Engaging and honest host who delivers practical game insights and friendly banter.
Consistently positive, with strong community engagement and charity focus.
Great for catching up on the latest board game news and creator updates on the go.

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#55
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#70
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#100
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Apple Podcasts
#213
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Apple Podcasts
#218
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Gaming Rules! New Podcast - Episode 116 - Live Q&A April 2026
Q: What was the last game you bought with your own money?
The last personal purchase was Blackstone Fortress, with the host noting a prior personal buy of Millennium Blades and other items as exceptions to a broader trend of self-funded purchases.
Gaming Rules! New Podcast - Episode 116 - Live Q&A April 2026
Q: What is your current criteria for keeping games in your collection and how many do you own?
The host explains keeping games based on enjoyment after multiple plays, space constraints of about 700–750 games, and evolving ruthlessness about keeping only those that continue to bring value, with several examples of keepers and candidates.
Gaming Rules! New Podcast - Episode 116 - Live Q&A April 2026
Q: Do you think you would do a four‑part Perseverance Chronicles playthrough if Mind Clash Games asked you to despite lower expected viewership?
He acknowledges the potential for high workload and uncertain performance but expresses strong personal interest in covering Perseverance Chronicles despite concerns, noting that some projects are worth pursuing for long-term interest even if not immediately popular.
Gaming Rules! New Podcast - Episode 116 - Live Q&A April 2026
Q: What are your thoughts on expansions becoming bloated, and which expansions have had that effect on games you like?
The host discusses the dual perspectives: some players enjoy modular expansions and more content, while others feel a game becomes bloated; he cites Terraforming Mars Turmoil as a frequently cited controversial example and explains that for some players the extra modules add depth, whereas for others they overly complicate gameplay.
Gaming Rules! New Podcast - Episode 116 - Live Q&A April 2026
Q: Which re-implementation of a game do you feel has been done the best in the past five years or so?
The host points to several strong examples, noting Nippon Zaibatsu as a standout re‑implementation while also appreciating Calus 1303 for recapturing the original game's feel and interaction, and Star Trek Captain's Chair as another notable re-implementation, though acknowledging personal preferences and differences in execution.

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A conversational audio series built around a well-known board game creator's vlogs and Q&A streams, featuring long-form live questions, monthly updates, sponsor integrations, and charity-driven Patreon activity. Episodes blend hobby analysis, game recommendations, and practical tips on playing, teaching, and storage, with behind-the-scenes notes on production, gear, and upcoming projects. The show stands out for its transparent sponsorship discussions, community engagement, and generosity toward charitable causes, making it a practical, personality-driven resource for tabletop gamers and content-creators fans alike.

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