In Takenoko, players will cultivate land plots, irrigate them, and grow one of the three species of bamboo (Green, Yellow, and Pink). They will have to bear with the immoderate hunger of this sacred animal for the juicy and tender bamboo. The player who manages his land plots best, growing the most bamboo while feeding the delicate appetite of the panda, will win the game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
Marvel Champions: The Card Game invites players embody iconic heroes from the Marvel Universe as they battle to stop infamous villains from enacting their devious schemes. As a Living Card Game, Marvel Champions is supported with regular releases of new product, including new heroes and scenarios. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Inner Compass, you play as one of four characters searching for meaning in their everyday lives. (Sound familiar?) Make the right life choices, experience the full spectrum of emotions, create meaningful memories, and — ultimately — find your own inner compass. The most enlightened player wins! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Yamatai, Queen Himiko has tasked every builder in the kingdom with a prestigious mission: build the capital of Yamataï and make it the jewel of the archipelago. Your task: surpass your competitors and build the most prestigious city of them all, using resources from the fleets that travel through the kingdom. Prepare your strategy, recruit specialists, and do whatever is necessary to become the best builder and be rewarded by Queen Himiko for your work. In the end, only one name will be remembered as the greatest builder of Yamataï! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Roll Player, you will compete to create the greatest fantasy adventurer who has ever lived, preparing your character to embark on an epic quest. Roll and draft dice to build up your character’s attributes. Purchase weapons and armor to outfit your hero. Train to gain skills and discover your hero’s traits to prepare them for their journey. Earn Reputation Stars by constructing the perfect character. The player with the greatest Reputation wins the game and will surely triumph over whatever nefarious plot lies ahead! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In 1775: Rebellion, players take the roles of the American Continental Army and Patriots against the British Army and the Loyalists. Each side tries to control the colonies, provinces and territories. They call on the aid of Native Americans, as well as the German Hessians and French Army. Will you successfully birth a revolution or quell the rebellion. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
Here’s the details! We have a sweet update for you on our 2020 schedule. We also reveal the top secret initiatives behind the scenes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
This year we played a lot of games and Nick and Tyler chose to discuss those that surprised us the most. We both made lists but didn’t check them twice, so sit back, listen, and let us know what we missed! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Dragon Castle, you take on the role of a lord attempting to lure the people to your realm. Build a palace worthy of their awe, From the ruins of a crumbling monument in hopes that yours is named the new Dragon Castle! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Spring Meadow, the first delicate flowers of spring herald the end of the harsh winter while the sun shines longer every day, pushing back the snow. Carefully plan your route hiking route, watching out for the marmot burrows. Only the most prepared will prove themselves and earn edelweiss pins while the others are awarded a picnic of tears. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Planet, the spark of life is about to jump from your hands to spread out in the world. Deploy your mountain ranges and your deserts, spread out your oceans and your glaciers. Handle wisely your continents to form environments suitable for the apperance of animal life and maybe you'll manage to create the most densely populated planet! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Tiny Towns, you are the mayor of a tiny town in the forest. It is home to the many smaller creatures of the woods who have created a civilization hidden away from predators. This new land is small and the resources are scarce, so you take what you can get and never say no to building materials. Cleverly plan and construct a thriving town, and don't let it fill up with wasted resources! Whoever builds the most prosperous tiny town wins! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Azul players take on the role of master tile layers working for king Manuel the first of Portugal. He has ordered you to decorate his entire palace with beautiful azulejos tiles. Your job is to sourcing your tiles from the factories and combining them to create the beautiful patterns he desires. The player who can build the most beautiful design with the limited resources from the factories will earn the king's favor. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
n Ishtar players take the role of green-thumbed gardeners aiming to transform the dry desert into the Lost Hanging Gardens of Babylon. To accomplish the mission, you will have to plant flowers, gather precious gems and activate landscaping actions. Whoever shows off their best fake gardening skills will score the most points and prove themselves the best gardener in all of Babylon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
Fire in the Library is a press-your-luck game in which players must try their best to rescue books and accumulate knowledge. The game is played in rounds with a variable turn order in which earlier players have more risk but a higher possible reward. Everyone starts with tools to help mitigate their luck or change the probabilities for their opponents! Gain more tools when your luck runs out or if you take the safe route and exit the library before things get too risky. Hurry, as the game ends immediately when any one wing of the library completely burns. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In the legacy version of Zombie Kidz, the young players are at school when zombies start to attack! Players move through rooms, eliminating zombies to keep the zombie reserve full. To win, players need to lock each of the four entryways before being overwhelmed! As you play more games, you will complete missions, track your development through a trophy-sticker system, and open envelopes that contain new material, upping the challenge you face while also providing new powers and new heroes as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Obscurio, players take on the role of wizards lost in a library. With the aid of a magical Grimoire, you will work together to avoid traps and find the exit as quickly as possible. But wait! A member of the team is a traitor looking to lead the others astray. You have two options; succeed as a group or be doomed to an existence of reading books. Forever! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
In Ecos players are forces of nature molding the planet, but with competing visions of its grandeur. You will have the chance to create a part of the world, similar but different to the one we know. Which landscapes, habitats, and species thrive will be up to you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
Tyler and Nick are joined by professional game developers Bernie Lin & Brendan Kendrick. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support
Dead of Winter puts 2-5 players in a small, weakened colony of survivors in a world where most of humanity is either dead or diseased, flesh-craving monsters. Each player leads a faction of survivors with dozens of different characters in the game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makeshiftmeeples/support