Note: This is a review of the Black Edition of the game, which comes packed with higher quality everything. Game play is the same with either version. Some games are destined to be modern classics for hobby game enthusiasts. Risk... is not one of those games. One could argue the 'classic' part of the argument... Continue Reading →
Indie Talks Episode 43 – Jay Little
Jay Little is our guest in this episode! Jay's designed over 50 titles, many of which grace my (and probably your) gaming shelves! He's had his part in such huge games as X-Wing, Star Wars Edge of Empire, Warhammer Fantasy RPG, Blood Bowl Team Manager and so many more. Jay talks about how he got... Continue Reading →
GE40: 5 Signs Star Wars: A New Hope is a GREAT Film
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope is one of the best pieces of cinema made in all of human history. What are some of the signs to alert viewers of the film's magnificence? Jonathan shares 5 signs that show this is a great film. 5 Signs A New Hope is a Great Film... Continue Reading →
In which I finally get a chance to play X-Wing and fall in love with it
I finally got in several plays of the Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game with my buddy Dan. A few people have already asked me how it went. Short answer Get this game. Longer answer It's a wonderful game, horribly addicting and plays out just like I wanted it to. The rules are complicated enough to keep... Continue Reading →
GE25: 5 Great Sci-Fi Aliens
Aliens and Sci-Fi go together like Peanut Butter and Jelly Time. This episode shares 5 Great Science Fiction Aliens. There's only so much room in a top 5 list and we're bound to leave out some of your favorites. Let us know what you think we got right and what you think we got oh... Continue Reading →
GE24: 15 Geeky Gifts for the Holidays
You probably have a geek in your life and maybe you can use some ideas for what to buy them this holiday season. This episode covers 15 gifts perfect for any geek. The idea of the holiday gift guide started in 2006 with Jonathan's other show Wargaming Recon. You can see what past Holiday Gift... Continue Reading →
Epic Level Artistry: Ryan Rhodes
It's the middle of the month and time for another installment of Epic Level Artistry! This time we are stoked to have Ryan Rhodes, illustrator, graphic artist and RPG player. From science fiction, fantasy, western and/or steampunk, Ryan is able to lend his style to many different genres and infuses life and humor in many... Continue Reading →
Star Wars: The Old Republic
Normally I’m posting about literature in some form, but this past weekend I had the opportunity to participate in a beta weekend of Star Wars: The Old Republic and I really wanted to talk about my experience. I’m also curious about the opinions of others who’ve participated in any of the beta weekends, the whole... Continue Reading →
Star Wars if it had been the A-Team – great vid!
Taking two of my child hood loves and smooshing them together like awkwardly colored gummie bears is a pretty cool thing. I give you: Star Wars as The A-Team. [tags]star wars, a team, a-team, smoosh[/tags]