
In this monthly podcast, Jon and Marcus discuss everything you need to know about Fantasy Critic. They breakdown the year's releases, discuss the news and predict review scores - all through a Fantasy Critic lens.Blue Sky: @hypefactor.bsky.socialIntro/Outro Music by Zapsplat (www.zapsplat.com)
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 22 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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In Episode 22, Jon and Marcus spend 2+ hours reviewing all the Fantasy Critic relevant announcements from this year's Summer Game Fest. GET HYPED!!!
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
2:10 - Six One Indie Showcase
16:23 - Random News Announcements
26:32 ... more
In Episode 21, Jon and Marcus examine 2nd entries in franchises to see if they really are as safe as we assume. Marcus also gives an update at how his Critics Royale experience has gone so far this year. As always, they also discuss news, look back a... more
In Episode 20, Jon and Marcus are joined by HikarW (aka Matt) to discuss the process of creating his incredible 2026 Fantasy Critic Draft Guide. He also sticks around to discuss news, look back at April's releases and look forward to what's coming up... more
In Episode 19, Jon and Marcus bring on Garret Bland of the RPG Cave to talk about his history with Fantasy Critic and how he values & chooses RPGs for his team. He also sticks around to discuss news, look back at March's releases and look forward to ... more
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In what is a growing area in gaming,Hype factor fills a void that i feel in the coming years will become even more popular.
John and Marcus give great advice and bounce well off each other,no fluff,just the facts and as someone who only joined Fantasy Critic league this year for the first time,I found this podcast very helpful leading into two drafts.
Highly recommend!
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A monthly show focused on Fantasy Critic, breaking down upcoming releases, drafting strategies, scoring trends, and related industry news through a data-informed lens. Hosts lean into practical tips for rosters, counterpicks, and bid mechanics, while frequently inviting guests from the broader gaming and indie scenes to share tactics, insights, and real-world league experiences. The format blends playful banter with structured analysis, offering listeners helpful guidance for both new entrants and seasoned players, and it often highlights community resources and ongoing developments in Fantasy Critic ecosystems.
Noteworthy aspects include a strong emphasis on data-driven decisions, transparent sharing of drafting methods, and a revolving g... more
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