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The Gamer's Guild: A Marvel: Crisis Protocol Podcast

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This is a Podcast from the Gamer’s Guild YouTube Channel that focuses on Marvel Crisis Protocol (MCP). The Podcast will cover a variety of topics from affiliations reviews, strategy ideas, and other things pertaining to the miniatures game made by Atomic Mass Games.

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Latest Episodes

This week on the cast, Matthew, Kenny, and Bryan go through all the changes AMG has made to the characters in the game, how we felt about them, and how they landed long term in the overall game.

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This week we get asked anything and everything from MCP to personal questions and we don't hold back and answer all questions asked of us. An episode unlike any we have done in the past.

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This week we have our annual tier list and we talk about what are the best models in the game! We give our top 10 lists!

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AMG surprised us with a huge bomb. The crisis rotation dropped and Matthew, Sooner, and Josh are here to tell you our hot takes of what this means for MCP.

Also, we fix War Machine.

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Recent Guests

Jacob Deaton
Co-host of The Danger Room podcast; MCP content creator
The Danger Room
Episode: MCP Ep. 124: Defenders Got Soul - Deep Dive Part 2
Kenny G
Guest on episode
The Gamer's Guild
Episode: MCP Ep. 123: Hot Takes with Hot Dudes
Ben Ransom
Lead game developer for Marvel Crisis Protocol at Atomic Mass Games
Atomic Mass Games
Episode: MCP Ep. 119: AMG Interview with Will Shick and Ben Ransom
Ryan Farmer
Friendly neighborhood Spider-Man and experienced MCP player
Strike Better Podcast
Episode: MCP Ep. 115: The Spider-Verse Council Convenes
Jian Chan
Webs expert and content creator
Gamers Guild
Episode: MCP Ep. 115: The Spider-Verse Council Convenes
Yousef Behbahani
MCP player and NASHCON champion
Episode: MCP Ep. 115: The Spider-Verse Council Convenes
Mike DeLuca
First AMG World Champion
Episode: MCP Ep. 104: Leveling Up Your Practice
Ben Rightmad
Special guest and enthusiast of MCP
Episode: MCP Ep. 91: The Research Station has Fallen, and the Monsters Rise!
Will Shick
Director of Product Development at Atomic Mass Games
Atomic Mass Games
Episode: MCP Ep. 82: Timelines Interview with Will Shick

Hosts

Matthew
Host of The Gamer's Guild podcast; frequent MCP host with deep involvement in the community
Bryan Freddie
Co-host on interview episodes; known for practical meta insights

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Well spoken and Knowledgeable

    Between the wonderful personalities and the competitive takes they have. This is an essential podcast for mcp players

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    halfnhalf8
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent podcast. Love the discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nickaquino
    United States3 years ago
  • A great mcp podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    dockfeelgood
    4 years ago

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Well-produced and insightful, with strong MCP knowledge.
Listeners appreciate practical roster and meta insights that translate to play.
Hosts bring broad community perspectives and clear expert opinions.

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#49
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Talking Points

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MCP Ep. 131: Gamer's Guild AMA
Q: Should there be a bigger roster slot (11 characters) to enable more diversity in lists?
A segment explores the idea of expanding rosters to 11 by making a flexible 'extra' slot, but some prefer keeping a tight 10 to preserve balance and roster construction discipline.
MCP Ep. 131: Gamer's Guild AMA
Q: Do you think two restricted cards is still the right approach, or should there be more flexibility?
There is a nuanced discussion: some want more generic power cards on the restricted list to balance affiliations, while others argue against broad rotation and prefer targeted tweaks or new balanced cards to keep competition healthy.
MCP Ep. 131: Gamer's Guild AMA
Q: What three characters would you want to see updated in the July updates and how would you change Mr. Sinister?
Justin and the team discuss specific changes to Mr. Sinister's economy (making Genetic Splicing zero cost or altering token interactions) and general stat tweaks to improve playability while keeping him thematically true to his character.
MCP Ep. 120: 2025 in Review
Q: What surprised you the most about MCP in 2025?
The biggest surprise was the core rule changes at Mini-Stravaganza and AMG's commitment to live-service updates, including annual crisis rotations and frequent character updates, which kept the game dynamic and consistently evolving.
MCP Ep. 119: AMG Interview with Will Shick and Ben Ransom
Q: Ben, can you walk us through the math and reasoning behind stamina increases and how they fit into the game's current speed and lethality?
The stamina changes are about creating a threshold that makes three- and four-threat characters use power more effectively, reducing the chance of being one-shot, and enabling bigger, more exciting plays. The goal is to maintain a balanced curve where lower-tier characters can still be competitive through player skill and strategy.

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A niche MCP-focused show that mixes competitive analysis, roster building, and meta discussion with a personable, banter-driven hosting style. Episodes frequently center on affiliations, leadership effects, crisis mechanics, and new releases from Atomic Mass Games, often featuring guests who are top players, designers, or community leaders. The show stands out for its accessible breakdown of complex rules, frequent event coverage, and a healthy balance of humor and practical gameplay tips, making it valuable for both aspiring guests and listeners seeking strategic takeaways or staying current with the MCP scene.

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1. Jacob Deaton
2. Kenny G
3. Ben Ransom
4. Ryan Farmer
5. Jian Chan
6. Yousef Behbahani
7. Mike DeLuca
8. Ben Rightmad

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