Ancient Robot Games

Back from UK Games Expo: Showcasing at Conventions and Retailer Mojitos | Episode 30

Dougal and Gelb are back from a long weekend at the UK Games Expo - with Dougal scouring the convention for new games to stock his shop and Gelb selling and demoing his latest games. In this episode, the guys share insights as to what to expect when selling at conventions, and tips on making the most of your time there both as an attendee or a vendor, and some gaming highlights from the weekend!  For more on the UK Games Expo go to - https://www.ukgamesexpo.co.uk/ [https://www.ukgamesexpo.co.uk/] Games to check out!  * Le Chocolat - https://www.allplay.com/board-games/le-chocolat [https://www.allplay.com/board-games/le-chocolat] * Shakespeare the Card Game - https://www.alliesorenemies.com/shakespearethecardgame [https://www.alliesorenemies.com/shakespearethecardgame] * Circadia - https://www.jeuxsynapsesgames.com/products/pre-order-circadia?_pos=1&_sid=07314e4ef&_ss=r&variant=47389812654329 [https://www.jeuxsynapsesgames.com/products/pre-order-circadia?_pos=1&_sid=07314e4ef&_ss=r&variant=47389812654329] * Not Alone: Remastered Edition - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/468801/not-alone [https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/468801/not-alone] * Onan - https://www.godcone.studio/product/onan [https://www.godcone.studio/product/onan] * Twisted Realms Series - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/insideupgames/crits-and-tricks-tug-of-roar-and-thieves-of-eldris [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/insideupgames/crits-and-tricks-tug-of-roar-and-thieves-of-eldris] If you have any burning game questions, or special events coming up and need some advice for what game to bring - email us at ancientrobotpod@gmail.com and we’ll endeavour to answer in an upcoming episode! Ancient Robot Games - https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk [https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk] Midnight Trading Co - https://midnighttradingco.com [https://midnighttradingco.com] Podcast Producer Ryan Scott - https://www.ryanscottmedia.com/ [https://www.ryanscottfilm.com/] Making or want to make tabletop games in Edinburgh? A new community and coworking space opens May 2025 in Edinburgh! https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk [https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk] Music: Coffee Break by Sensho

Leithal Hits: Edinburgh-based Wargaming & Community with Greg Foster | Episode 29

Dougal and Gelb are joined by Leithal Hits own, Greg Foster, to discuss the wargaming hobby and their own growing community in Edinburgh of avid 40K fans. Expect usual chaos and derailment as always. Find out more about Leithal Hits at - https://www.leithalhits.co.uk/ [https://www.leithalhits.co.uk/] If you have any burning game questions, or special events coming up and need some advice for what game to bring - email us at ancientrobotpod@gmail.com and we’ll endeavour to answer in an upcoming episode! Ancient Robot Games - https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk [https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk] Midnight Trading Co - https://midnighttradingco.com [https://midnighttradingco.com] Podcast Producer Ryan Scott - https://www.ryanscottmedia.com/ [https://www.ryanscottfilm.com/] Making or want to make tabletop games in Edinburgh? A new community and coworking space opens May 2025 in Edinburgh! https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk [https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk] Music: Coffee Break by Sensho

Balancing the Unbalanced: Asymmetrical Game Design | Episode 28

Dougal and Gelb delve into the niche world of asymmetrical games. One game with different playstyles and mechanics for certain players - or in some cases for every player!  Talking about asymmetrical classics like Root, Nemesis, Terrorscape, and more - the guys discuss what makes a good game with asymmetry and how much you can truly balance an unbalanced game. If you have any burning game questions, or special events coming up and need some advice for what game to bring - email us at ancientrobotpod@gmail.com and we’ll endeavour to answer in an upcoming episode! Ancient Robot Games - https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk [https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk] Midnight Trading Co - https://midnighttradingco.com [https://midnighttradingco.com] Podcast Producer Ryan Scott - https://www.ryanscottmedia.com/ [https://www.ryanscottfilm.com/] Making or want to make tabletop games in Edinburgh? A new community and coworking space opens May 2025 in Edinburgh! https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk [https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk] Music: Coffee Break by Sensho

Tackling Personal Demons and Even Deeper Regrets with Judson Cowan | Episode 27

The Ancient Robot Games Podcast is now 1 year old! And what better way to celebrate than bringing back our first ever guest, Judson Cowan, to talk about what he's been up to in the last year.  Judson talks about the process of designing his first ever expansion and how funding/publishing can differ from that of a game, and also his upcoming release Personal Demons - a new game themed around mental health, demons, and overcoming obstacles.  See more of Judsons work and check out Personal Demons at https://tettixgames.com/ [https://tettixgames.com/] If you have any burning game questions, or special events coming up and need some advice for what game to bring - email us at ancientrobotpod@gmail.com and we’ll endeavour to answer in an upcoming episode! Ancient Robot Games - https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk [https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk] Midnight Trading Co - https://midnighttradingco.com [https://midnighttradingco.com] Podcast Producer Ryan Scott - https://www.ryanscottmedia.com/ [https://www.ryanscottfilm.com/] Making or want to make tabletop games in Edinburgh? A new community and coworking space opens May 2025 in Edinburgh! https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk [https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk] Music: Coffee Break by Sensho

Defining the Abstract: the History and Influence of Abstract Games | Episode 26

Dougal and Gelb talk about abstract games and their long history in influencing the industry and culture of tabletop gaming. Covering games from the Vikings’ ultimate strategy game, reimagining classics like chess, and contemporary designs like Aster from Midnight Trading Co. If you have any burning game questions, or special events coming up and need some advice for what game to bring - email us at ancientrobotpod@gmail.com and we’ll endeavour to answer in an upcoming episode! Ancient Robot Games - https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk [https://ancientrobotgames.co.uk] Midnight Trading Co - https://midnighttradingco.com [https://midnighttradingco.com] Podcast Producer Ryan Scott - https://www.ryanscottmedia.com/ [https://www.ryanscottfilm.com/] Making or want to make tabletop games in Edinburgh? A new community and coworking space opens May 2025 in Edinburgh! https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk [https://ancientrobotworkshop.co.uk] Music: Coffee Break by Sensho