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Board Games
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Trick-Taking Games

This time it's board games. Other than the books.

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Latest Episodes

Poop! Spies! What do they have in common? Both are featured in board games designed by Jon Teixeira Moffat, naturally. On today's Space-Cast!, we're joined by Jon to discuss the long development of both Night Soil and Burned, the hidden cost of labor... more

Governance and Liberty — in translation, those are the titles of Shasn and Azadi, Zain Memon's peculiar but timely board games about politics. Today, we're joined by Memon himself to discuss both titles, plus the function of play as our most ancient ... more

Most people know Zach Barth as the founder of Zachtronics, purveyor of digital playthings such as SpaceChem, Opus Magnum, and EXAPUNKS. But we are not most people. Instead, we're here to speak with Zach about his analog games: The Lucky Seven (and th... more

Transforming a work of literature into a trick-taking game is no mean feat, especially when that work is as influential as The Lord of the Rings. Today, we're joined by Bryan Bornmueller, creator of the trick-taking versions of both The Fellowship of... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Teixeira Moffat
Game designer and founder of Stone Circle Games
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Episode: Space-Cast! #55. Burnt Poop
Zain Memon
Board game designer and co-founder of Memesis, involved in film and game projects such as Shasn and Azadi
Memesis
Episode: Space-Cast! #54. Shazain!
Bryan Bornmueller
Designer of trick-taking games including Fellowship of the Ring trick-taker and The Two Towers trick-taker.
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Episode: Space-Cast! #52. The Fellowship of the Trick
Jamey Stegmaier
Board game designer and founder of Stonemaier Games
Stonemaier Games
Episode: Space-Cast! #49. A Vantage on Vantage
Michael Yang
Game designer of Compile.
Greater Than Games
Episode: Space-Cast! #48. Compiling
Jon Perry
A talented game designer known for his work on 'Hot Streak' and other board games.
Episode: Space-Cast! #47. Bun Bangers
Jono Naito-Tetro
Publisher and designer at DVC Games and Jasper Beatrix
DVC Games
Episode: Space-Cast! #46. Screaming Sherlock
Jo Kelly
A talented designer who created the game Molly House.
Whirlygig
Episode: Space-Cast! #45. Kelly House
Geoff Engelstein
An incredibly prolific and talented game designer.
Episode: Space-Cast! #43. Unstuck in Time

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Dan Thoreau
Host of Space-Biff! Space-Cast!

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Unlike Any Other Gaming Criticism

    No one blends philosophy and coverage like Dan does, and his interviews are sublime.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fin Coe
    United Statesa year ago
  • Writer and Podcaster?!?!?!

    Thoughtful questions interested just as much in the game design as the game designer. A real treat every time an episode drops.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    writethesky
    United States4 years ago
  • Deep and broad thinking.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    zaphod
    5 years ago
  • Weak in all respects

    Podcast Addict
    2
    VinnyB
    5 years ago

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The show is appreciated for insightful questions and a focus on game design rather than surface-level review.
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#116
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Space-Cast! #52. The Fellowship of the Trick
Q: Do you have a chapter that you are most proud of?
I feel very pleased with the Treebeard chapter due to its unique mechanics that reflect the character's slow nature.
Space-Cast! #52. The Fellowship of the Trick
Q: Why did you decide not to interleave the chapters in The Two Towers trick-taker?
Following the format of the books was satisfying and made design choices easier, ensuring thematic consistency and engagement for players familiar with the story.
Space-Cast! #52. The Fellowship of the Trick
Q: What is your history with trick-takers?
I've been playing them my whole life, starting with games like Hearts, and later became deeply involved with games like Doppelkopf during college.
Space-Cast! #51. Mori, Zucchini, Napoleon
Q: What made the four battles in the game stand out to you?
They wanted to have battles of different sizes, each providing a unique experience.
Space-Cast! #51. Mori, Zucchini, Napoleon
Q: Did it take any convincing to get Paolo to design this with you?
No, Paolo was already fascinated by the idea of a historical game.

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A show focused on board games and tabletop design, featuring in-depth conversations with designers, publishers, and artists about game mechanics, thematic choices, and the industry. Episodes cover everything from trick-taking and cooperative play to puzzles, translations, and the tactile craft of physical components, often tying games to broader cultural or historical themes. Notable moments include discussions about design philosophy, the balance between entertainment and education, and the creative decisions behind hit titles that shape modern board game discourse. The format tends to blend practical design insights with personal storytelling, making it useful for aspiring guests, fellow designers, and listeners who enjoy thoughtful, desi... more

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