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The GameFor Podcast

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A fortnightly podcast about building community and finding players within the tabletop gaming landscape.
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The GameFor PodcastNov 04, 2020

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The Final Episode and the End of GameFor

The Final Episode and the End of GameFor

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about the end of the podcast and the end of the GameFor platform.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Aug 10, 202223:27
What Will Hollywood Do to Our Games?

What Will Hollywood Do to Our Games?

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about what Hollywood (and other popular media) will do to our tabletop games.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jul 27, 202249:22
When Tabletop Gaming is Too Much Work

When Tabletop Gaming is Too Much Work

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about when tabletop gaming is too much work.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jul 13, 202201:02:36
How to Handle Toxic Gamers

How to Handle Toxic Gamers

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about how to handle toxic gamers in tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jun 29, 202201:02:40
Is Crowdfunding Still Good for Tabletop Games?

Is Crowdfunding Still Good for Tabletop Games?

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about whether crowdfunding is still good for tabletop games.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jun 15, 202259:29
Trends in Tabletop Gaming

Trends in Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about trends we’re seeing in tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jun 01, 202201:02:34
Bad Experiences in Tabletop Gaming (and How We Dealt With Them)

Bad Experiences in Tabletop Gaming (and How We Dealt With Them)

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about their bad experiences in tabletop gaming - and how they dealt with them.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

May 18, 202250:36
Our Most and Least Favorite Game Mechanics

Our Most and Least Favorite Game Mechanics

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about their most and least favorite game mechanics in tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

May 04, 202201:04:33
The Importance of World-Building

The Importance of World-Building

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about what makes world-building so important in tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Apr 20, 202250:37
What Makes Us Interested in a New Tabletop Game

What Makes Us Interested in a New Tabletop Game

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about what things make us interested in a new tabletop game.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Apr 06, 202249:24
Cool New Stuff from the GAMA Expo

Cool New Stuff from the GAMA Expo

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about the cool new stuff (games and other things) that they saw at the GAMA Expo last week.

Adam's list:

Bloodfields by Titan Forge Miniatures: www.bloodfields.net

SiOCAST: www.siocast.com

Distilled by Paverson Games: www.distilledgame.com

Cult of the Deep by B.A. Games: www.bagamesco.com/cult-of-the-deep

Conquest by Para Bellum Games: www.para-bellum.com

Matt's list:

Immersive Battle Atlases: www.yarrostudios.com/collections/map-books

New terrain from Monster Fight Club: www.monsterfightclub.com

Castle Panic 2nd Edition by Fireside Games: www.firesidegames.com/games/castle-panic

G.I Joe Mission Critical by Renegade Game Studio: www.renegadegamestudios.com/g-i-joe-mission-critical

Design Eye by Deon Mixon: www.designeyegame.com

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Mar 23, 202201:04:43
Gaming Negativity is Not the Answer

Gaming Negativity is Not the Answer

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about why gaming negativity is not the answer.

Please fill out the GameFor survey here: https://forms.gle/N8LHr8oDNim6tZP67

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Mar 09, 202246:31
The Future of Tabletop Game Stores

The Future of Tabletop Game Stores

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about the possible futures of the brick and mortar tabletop gaming store.

Please fill out the GameFor survey here: https://forms.gle/N8LHr8oDNim6tZP67

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Feb 23, 202201:02:31
How to Return to Tabletop Gaming Conventions

How to Return to Tabletop Gaming Conventions

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about the hopeful return of tabletop gaming conventions.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Feb 09, 202250:59
Mergers and Acquisitions in Tabletop Games

Mergers and Acquisitions in Tabletop Games

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about mergers and acquisitions in tabletop games.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jan 26, 202252:19
What Brings Value in Tabletop Games?

What Brings Value in Tabletop Games?

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about what brings value to different tabletop games.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jan 12, 202201:02:16
What Are Our "Deserted Island" Tabletop Games?

What Are Our "Deserted Island" Tabletop Games?

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam answer the question: what are our "deserted island" tabletop games in each of the four genres - board games, roleplaying games, collectible card games, and tabletop wargaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Dec 29, 202144:58
Things We're Thankful for in Tabletop Gaming

Things We're Thankful for in Tabletop Gaming

We're back! In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about why we missed an episode, and what we're thankful for in  tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Dec 15, 202144:58
Podcast Delayed Until Next Week

Podcast Delayed Until Next Week

Sorry folks, but due to a family emergency, we couldn't record and had to delay the podcast until next week. We'll talk to you then!

Dec 01, 202101:12
We Predict the Future of Tabletop Gaming

We Predict the Future of Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam predict the future of tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Nov 17, 202158:35
The Effect of the Pandemic on Tabletop Gaming

The Effect of the Pandemic on Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk how the pandemic has affected tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Nov 03, 202149:59
Print 'n Play Tabletop Games

Print 'n Play Tabletop Games

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about the world of print 'n play tabletop games.

BGG's PnP list - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgamecategory/1120/print-play

PNPArcade - https://www.pnparcade.com/

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Oct 20, 202151:52
Will Video Games "Beat" Tabletop Games?

Will Video Games "Beat" Tabletop Games?

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about whether video games will “beat” tabletop games.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Oct 06, 202149:03
How to Become an Advocate for Tabletop Gaming

How to Become an Advocate for Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast, Matt and Adam talk about how to become an advocate for tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Sep 22, 202101:07:38
Make an Old Tabletop Game Fresh Again

Make an Old Tabletop Game Fresh Again

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded in the office - Matt and Adam talk about how to make an old tabletop game fresh again.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Sep 08, 202147:18
Does Presentation Really Matter?

Does Presentation Really Matter?

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded in the office - Matt and Adam talk about whether presentation really matters in your tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Aug 25, 202152:54
Aging Through Tabletop Gaming

Aging Through Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded in the office - Matt and Adam talk about how age can affect your tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Aug 11, 202101:00:33
Games We'd Like to See from Books and Comics

Games We'd Like to See from Books and Comics

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded in the office - Matt and Adam talk about games we’d like to see made from novels and comic books.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jul 28, 202147:30
Games We'd Like to See Move Genres

Games We'd Like to See Move Genres

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded in the office - Matt and Adam talk about games we’d like to see made from other games - swapping genres.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jul 14, 202150:57
Games We'd Like to See from Movies and TV

Games We'd Like to See from Movies and TV

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - actually recorded in the office - Matt and Adam talk about games we’d like to see made from movies and TV shows.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jun 30, 202145:43
Superstition in Tabletop Gaming

Superstition in Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about superstitions in tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jun 16, 202145:58
Producing a DIY Tabletop Game in 2021

Producing a DIY Tabletop Game in 2021

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about how you can produce your own DIY tabletop game in 2021… like Adam just did!

Check out Reign in Hell at https://www.reigninhellgame.com

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jun 02, 202101:13:13
Does Where You Play Matter?

Does Where You Play Matter?

In this two year anniversary episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about the good and bad things about whether where you play your tabletop games actually matters.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

May 19, 202101:01:13
Is "True Randomness" Bad for Tabletop Games

Is "True Randomness" Bad for Tabletop Games

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about the good and bad things about whether true randomness is bad for tabletop games.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

May 05, 202158:49
FOMO in Tabletop Games

FOMO in Tabletop Games

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about the good and bad things about FOMO in tabletop games - and hopefully what you can do about it.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Apr 21, 202101:01:27
The Good and Bad of Big Tabletop Game Companies

The Good and Bad of Big Tabletop Game Companies

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about the good and bad things about big tabletop game producers.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Apr 07, 202101:03:58
Returning to In-Person Tabletop Gaming

Returning to In-Person Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk the return to in-person tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Mar 24, 202150:03
Making Money in Tabletop Gaming

Making Money in Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about making money in tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Mar 10, 202101:05:01
Brand Loyalty in Tabletop Gaming

Brand Loyalty in Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about brand loyalty in tabletop gaming.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Feb 24, 202152:51
Is Technology a Good Thing in Your Tabletop Gaming?

Is Technology a Good Thing in Your Tabletop Gaming?

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home and sponsored by Gaddis Gaming - Matt and Adam talk about whether technology is a good thing for tabletop gaming.

Empires Fall from Gaddis Gaming - late pledges and add-ons: https://gamefound.com/projects/gaddis-gaming/empires-fall

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Feb 10, 202156:13
How to Keep Gaming Friendships and Groups Together

How to Keep Gaming Friendships and Groups Together

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home and sponsored by Gaddis Gaming - Matt and Adam talk about how to keep gaming friendships and groups together.

Empires Fall Kickstarter from Gaddis Gaming -  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gaddisgaming/empires-fall

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jan 27, 202157:25
Guilty Pleasures in Tabletop Gaming

Guilty Pleasures in Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home and sponsored by Gaddis Gaming - Matt and Adam talk about guilty pleasures in tabletop gaming.

Empires Fall Kickstarter from Gaddis Gaming -  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gaddisgaming/empires-fall

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Jan 13, 202156:46
Hope and Expectations for 2021

Hope and Expectations for 2021

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home and sponsored by Gaddis Gaming - Matt and Adam talk about their hopes and expectations in tabletop gaming for the upcoming 2021.

Empires Fall Kickstarter from Gaddis Gaming -  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gaddisgaming/empires-fall

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Hope and Expectations for 2021

Dec 31, 202001:05:09
Finding Balance in Your Tabletop Gaming

Finding Balance in Your Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home and sponsored by Gaddis Gaming - Matt and Adam talk about balance in your tabletop gaming - in your group and yourself.

Empires Fall Kickstarter from Gaddis Gaming -  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gaddisgaming/empires-fall

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Dec 16, 202056:25
Cooperative Tabletop Gaming

Cooperative Tabletop Gaming

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home and sponsored by Gaddis Gaming - Matt and Adam talk about cooperative tabletop gaming - what it is and where you can find it.

Empires Fall Kickstarter from Gaddis Gaming -  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gaddisgaming/empires-fall

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Dec 02, 202052:27
Getting Started Making Your Own Game

Getting Started Making Your Own Game

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home and sponsored by Gaddis Gaming - Matt and Adam talk with Lee Gaddies from Gaddis Gaming about how get started in some of the technical aspects of making and selling your own tabletop game.

Empires Fall Kickstarter from Gaddis Gaming -  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gaddisgaming/empires-fall

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Nov 18, 202001:12:15
How to Support Your Local Game Store During the Pandemic

How to Support Your Local Game Store During the Pandemic

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home and sponsored by Gaddis Gaming - Matt and Adam talk about how to support your friendly local game store during this pandemic.

Empires Fall Kickstarter from Gaddis Gaming -  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gaddisgaming/empires-fall

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Nov 04, 202057:22
How to Use Tabletop Gaming to Find Positives in Negative Times

How to Use Tabletop Gaming to Find Positives in Negative Times

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about finding positive outcomes through tabletop gaming in these unfortunately negative times.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Oct 21, 202055:26
Our Favorite Games Past & Present

Our Favorite Games Past & Present

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam reflect on their favorite tabletop games from "back in the day" and today.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Oct 07, 202056:50
How Tabletop Gaming Can Help Your "Real Life"

How Tabletop Gaming Can Help Your "Real Life"

In this episode of The GameFor Podcast - still recorded at home - Matt and Adam talk about how tabletop games can help you in your "real life" - both personal and business.

Follow Adam on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopminions

Check out Matt's website: https://www.gamingmattr.com

Sep 23, 202046:54