
Welcome to Tales & Tactics, where we dive into the fascinating world of tabletop games. From well-known classics to the more obscure and bizarre, we explore their rules and delve into their rich histories. Join us on this journey as we approach each game with the enthusiasm of a book club, unraveling their stories and strategies.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 97 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureHistoryGames | |||

In this episode of Rules as Written, we step up to the plate with Deadball by W.M. Akers, a fast, elegant tabletop baseball game that turns statistics, scorekeeping, and a handful of dice into a tense pennant race drama. We dig into the history behin... more
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This week on Beyond the Book, we zoom out to explore the world of superhero tabletop RPGs as a genre, tracing their evolution from early simulation heavy designs to modern narrative driven approaches, and asking what it actually means to play a super... more
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I stumbled soon this podcast when Lardy Rich said they had reviewed CoC2. I’ve went back and listened to all of their shows. They give honest takes on games. And I love it when they bring up old obscure games you had no idea existed. The only problem is I’m buying a lot more games now than I have time to play. Great podcast with a couple of genuinely knowledgeable hosts. Keep it up guys.
Great discussions on vintage D&D mechanics and development.
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The episodes provide an engaging exploration of tabletop games, ranging from popular classics to hidden gems. Typically featuring in-depth discussions about mechanics, strategies, and historical context, each episode highlights various aspects of tabletop gaming. Listeners are likely to appreciate the dynamic between hosts as they share personal anecdotes, making the content both informative and entertaining. With a focus on both the fun and strategic elements of gaming, the show caters to enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of different games and their evolution over time, while promoting a community of gamers who enjoy thoughtful discourse about their favorite pastimes.
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