Ed Healy (who sometimes comments around here) just launched Atomic Array, a new podcast about tabletop games. First up, Ed and his partner-in-crime Rone Barton tackle Colonial Gothic, an alternate history RPG from Rogue Games. It’s worth checking out.
IGDA Green Bay Meeting Postponed
Turns out the scheduled date for the IDGA Madison meeting in Green Bay was during the E3 show. It’s been postponed for now and will be rescheduled for a later date.
Story Writing for Video Games Classes
This Thursday and the next (July 10 and 17), I’m teaching a pair of classes about “Story Writing for Video Games” at the Loves Park, IL, branch of the North Suburban District Library. Each is for ages 12—18, and it’s free, free, free! If you or a teenager you know might be interested in hearing me blather on about writing …
Games for Educators
Games for Educators is a cool site to show teachers how to integrate tabletop games into the classroom. I’ve been giving a lot of thought to the convergence of education and games lately. Dr. Jim Gee at the University of Wisconsin has a lot to say about how this works with video games, but it’s great to see some low-tech, …
Another BBKC #1 Review
Lee over at Comics And… Other Imaginary Tales gives Blood Bowl: Killer Contract #1 a great review. The money quote: Don’t expect any redeeming qualities, just lots of pointless fun.
The Toy and Game Inventors Expo
Last year, I went to the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (ChiTAG) for the first time, and I had a great time. I wandered around the exhibit floor, took part in the inventors’ forum, and helped out with the Ask an Expert event. This year, Mary Couzin (the woman behind the whole event) of Discover Games had decided to spotlight …
Happy Independence Day!
Happy birthday, America! Number 232 and counting. The high temperature today in Beloit is predicted to be a stunningly appropriate 76° F. The flood waters have receded, and there are picnics and fireworks on the schedule for tonight. I hope everyone out there has a wonderful day/weekend no matter where you might be.
IGDA Green Bay Meeting
The time, date, and place for the next IGDA Madison meeting have been set–7 PM on July 15 in Green Bay! Details are at the chapter’s website (for which I humbly serve as webmaster these days). Sadly, I don’t think I’ll be able to make the six-hour round trip to the event. However, if you’re in Madison, you’re much closer, …