The Life and Times of a Board Game

How to Get the Most Out of Conventions

GameSalute.com — Sun, 09 Sep 2018 21:45:23 +0000

We're back from our summer hiatus! Brenna sits down with a group of seasoned convention-goers to discuss what to expect from attending a convention as a company, and how to get the most out of them. We cover common mistakes, how to set yourself up for success, and of course, #GenConHauls. See you at the next con!

Alex Roberts & Star Crossed

GameSalute.com — Sat, 05 May 2018 21:09:49 +0000

Writer, game designer, and podcaster Alex Roberts is on the podcast this month to discuss her new game Star Crossed, on Kickstarter through May 10. We also talk about player safety while role playing, bringing more romance and intimacy to tabletop games, and Jenga!

Back Star Crossed on Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bullypulpitgames/star-crossed-the-two-player-game-of-forbidden-love

Follow Alex Roberts @muscularpikachu

Follow Brenna at @brennanoonan

Follow the podcast at @boardgamepod

GAMA Review

GameSalute.com — Sun, 08 Apr 2018 00:38:00 +0000

Brenna sits down with Dan Yarrington to discuss GAMA, MAP, Kickstarter exclusives, and counterfeiting. Is the board game industry really in a bubble? How has Kickstarter changed buying habits? Are board games becoming a more finite experience? How can publishers protect the value of their products?

Also, our Flying Meeple Kickstarter is live! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/flyingmeeple/flying-meeple-2018-releases-dig-dog-dig-and-roll-a

Everdell with James Wilson

GameSalute.com — Fri, 09 Mar 2018 14:38:29 +0000

Brenna is joined by James Wilson, the designer of Everdell. We discuss Kickstarter success as a first-time game designer, navigating the publishing process, and what's next for Everdell. Everdell is currently available for pre-order.

Nemo's War with Alan Emrich & Chris Taylor

GameSalute.com — Sun, 10 Dec 2017 19:08:33 +0000

Designer Chris Taylor and developer Alan Emrich of Victory Point Games join Brenna to talk about the new Kickstarter for the first expansion pack for Nemo's War, as well as a reprint for the base game. They also talk about bringing a solitaire game to market, interpreting the source material, and what's next for Nemo's War. Back the Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/567823005/nemos-war-nautilus-upgrades-expansion-reprint

Full disclosure: Tabletop Tycoon is now a co-publisher of Nemo's War.

Essen Spiel Recap with Erin Granbery

GameSalute.com — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 23:22:58 +0000

Brenna is joined by shipping spcialist Erin Granbery of Ship Naked as well as Dan Yarrington to discuss Essen Spiel '17. We review the international inspection issues that caused trouble for so many exhibitors this year, and Erin tells you everything you need to know customs clearance, ocean vs. air freight, and how to get your games to a convention on time.

Gen Con Recap with Dan Yarrington

GameSalute.com — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 17:19:52 +0000

Dan Yarrington comes on the show to discuss Gen Con 50, new projects, and we introduce a new format for the show. We also name the winner of the last giveaway and announce a new contest.

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 18 - 2017: Mid-Year Review

GameSalute.com — Wed, 26 Jul 2017 16:00:00 +0000

Greetings Listeners,

Chris is joined this month by Dann May and new to the podcast, Brenna Noonan. They talk about Gen Con, 2017 so far, and what is to come. Chris also says his goodbye as he leaves the podcast and hands the reins over to Brenna to carry forward.

Thanks for listening!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 17 - 2017: Visiting China

GameSalute.com — Thu, 01 Jun 2017 02:21:18 +0000

Greetings Listeners,

This month Chris is joined by Game Salute CEO Dan Yarrington, who just returned from a trip to China. They talk about the experience of visiting the factories and what it takes to actually make a game. A main point is talking about the current production of the PolyHero Wizard dice.

This month's contest is to turn a famous artifact or landmark into a die! Be a bit more creative than a 4-sided Pyramid of Giza ;) Winner will get a full set of PolyHero Wizard dice upon their release.

As always, thanks for listening!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 16 - 2017: Archmage

GameSalute.com — Wed, 19 Apr 2017 16:00:00 +0000

Chris is back this month, joined this time by designer Tim Heerema to talk about his debut title, Archmage.

This medium weight game balances theme and mechanics as you build your own magic order, gathering apprentices and relics. Training apprentices also unlocks powerful spells that can shape the world or tear down your rivals.

Also a new month means a new contest. Can't wait to hear this month's entries.

Thanks for listening!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 15 - 2017: Shadowrift

GameSalute.com — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:00:00 +0000

All by his-self, this month Chris is all by his-self. It's the solo-variant of Life and Times this month as Chris has taken over full hosting duties.

March was the month of Farlight! The campaign coming to a close on the 31st, the same day the Planetarium hits retail. If you are looking to follow Archmage, one of our games which will hit Kickstarter later this year, then like the page on Facebook.

This month Chris talks to Jeremy Anderson, designer of Shadowrift. This April Shadowrift is back on Kickstarter with a new expansion, Skittering Darkness. Learn about the Jeremy's inspiration for Shadowrift.

Thanks for listening!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 14 - 2017: Farlight

GameSalute.com — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 19:00:00 +0000

Two men enter this podcast and only 1 leaves. Michael and Chris are back this week in time for Michael's farewell. Yes the charming Michael Fox is setting sail on new adventure.

Speaking of new. Black Orchestra is back for a new edition and Michael and Chris talk to Nick Sibicky about his new game Farlight. That's right the creator of King's Forge is coming out with a new title, leaving the world of fantasy and launching into SPAAAAAACE.

Thanks for listening!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 13 - 2017: A New Frontier

GameSalute.com — Mon, 16 Jan 2017 18:30:06 +0000

Michael and Dann return, now with our new co-host Chris! As tradition dictates, the new year brings thoughts of the future, and the guys run through some of the exciting new releases you can expect to see from Game Salute in 2017. There's also the usual giveaway and talk of a town built entirely around Chess...

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/jan/07/germany-chess-village-heritage-listing-strobeck

Thanks for listening!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 12 - Championship Boxing

GameSalute.com — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 20:13:29 +0000

An all new episode of The Life and Times podcast with Dann May and Michael Fox appears! This time, there's discussion about the upcoming Essen and PAX Australia shows and a big focus on What Makes A Great Box Great. We also run through last month's contest and unveil a brand new one! Thanks for listening :D

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 11 - Come Together

GameSalute.com — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 15:20:57 +0000

Dann May and Michael Fox are back from North America's biggest gaming festival, but they didn't just cut and run once Gen Con was done - oh no. Every year, the Game Salute team (and extended company family) hold their annual meeting to plan and discuss the future, and this year was no exception. This episode, Dann and Michael talk about talking, the power of planning and what good stuff comes from face to face interaction. They also cover last episode's giveaway and get dicey in the new contest!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 10 - Demoing and Conventions

GameSalute.com — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 16:45:17 +0000

Dann May and Michael Fox are gearing up for Gen Con, and Dann's got some travelling to do... This episode has your hosts talking about the pleasures and perils of demoing games, and the importance of showing off the right games in the right way. They also run down the whole list of Game Salute releases that will be at the biggest games convention in the US, and reveal the winners of last month's contest.

They also unveil a new giveaway, then descend into madness in the last couple of minutes of the show. Same as it ever was! Enjoy listening!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 9

GameSalute.com — Mon, 04 Jul 2016 17:35:08 +0000

Dann May and Michael Fox return with another Life and Times podcast from Game Salute! This time they talk about everything from Australian Elections and American Independence to New Releases and What To Expect From Us At Gen Con (which we'll go more indepth on during the next episode). We also announce the winners of last month's Movies competition and reveal an all new giveaway...

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 8

GameSalute.com — Fri, 10 Jun 2016 17:51:48 +0000

Dann May and Michael Fox join forces to give you another insight into the world of Game Salute! They catch up with what they've been playing, get deep into the story behind upcoming Kickstarter campaign Planetarium - complete with an interview with the game's designer - then get all retro with a discussion on 80s movies and the games they could spawn. This month's giveaway will see you having to come up with something similar, so get into your DeLoreans and prepare to engage your game-design circuits!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 7

GameSalute.com — Tue, 03 May 2016 14:51:25 +0000

Dann May and Michael Fox discuss the pleasures of great dice games, and run through a selection of the different titles in the Game Salute catalogue that use these random little cubes in very different ways. From Alien Frontiers to King's Forge, we love games that use dice in very different ways - perhaps you'll find out about something new that you'll want to play!

As ever, there's also a splendid giveaway that encourages creativity too. Head over to our Facebook page and enter to win yourself a copy of Sangoku by Mike Elliot! Thanks for listening, and we'll see you on the next episode!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 6

GameSalute.com — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 16:20:16 +0000

Where has Michael been? Well, Las Vegas for the GAMA Trade Show, but that's only a week long, and the podcast has been quiet for a while... All is revealed on this all new episode of Life and Times about Michael's new role! Dann goes delving for details with Dungeon Scroll designer Anthony Gill in an exclusive interview, and we announce the winners of our previous competitions (as well as unveiling our latest one).

As ever, thanks for listening, and don't forget to drop a review over on iTunes or whatever your favourite podcast service may be!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 5

GameSalute.com — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 18:16:56 +0000

Dann May and Michael Fox return with a new episode of The Life and Times of a Board Game! Fresh for the new year, there's discussion on the upcoming Glassworks expansion for King's Forge (currently on Kickstarter and going great guns), lots of awesome new releases hitting peoples' tables all around the world, and an indepth look at a forthcoming Game Salute release based in World War II Germany designed by one of our favourite people, Philip duBarry.

There's also another giveaway where listeners can get the all-new King's Forge and expansions - all it takes is a little thought and ingenuity.

Enjoy the show and thanks for listening!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 4

GameSalute.com — Fri, 04 Dec 2015 19:52:37 +0000

Michael and Dann are preparing for the Festive Season in the best way they know how - by recording a new podcast episode!

We talk BGG.con, life in Australia and what we've got on our wishlists from Santa. Dann also does an indepth interview with one of the co-designers of Storm Hollow, Angela Hickman-Newnham. If you want to find out what's happening on this long-running project, you're in the best place.

Oh, and we also give away the ultimate Keyflower set up...

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 3

GameSalute.com — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 16:05:25 +0000

Dann May and Michael Fox are back with another look into the world of Game Salute, this time discussing the importance of conventions (and how much we enjoy going to them). Dann focuses on the show that's just finished in his back yard, the mighty PAX Aus, while Michael looks to the future and the upcoming BGG.con 2015.

The guys also talk about Richard Breese's excellent Inhabit The Earth and give away a copy of the game too! What animal would YOU cosplay as? Let us know on Facebook or Twitter and you could get your own Inhabit The Earth!

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 2

GameSalute.com — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 17:59:31 +0000

Dann May and Michael Fox return with an indepth look at the new release from Game Salute, Area 1851! Designed by Justin Blaske, you'll need to be creative when making some of the strangest gadgets around the Old West. With the arrival of the aliens, the local natives and new settlers are making up some very strange contraptions - but who'll be the best Tinkerer in town?

Dann and Michael also discuss evaluating new games submissions, talking about what they look for when people send in new ideas to Game Salute. As long as it's not a CCG, they'll give it a fair crack...

Life and Times of a Board Game - Episode 1

GameSalute.com — Mon, 31 Aug 2015 19:20:22 +0000

Welcome to the first episode of our brand new show from Game Salute, The Life and Times of a Board Game! Presented by Chief Creative Officer Dann May and Support Officer Michael Fox, the podcast gives you - our beloved gamer - an indepth insight into what's happening with some of our new releases as well as stuff that's coming down the pipeline. This first episode sees the guys discuss the soon-to-be released Poseidon's Kingdom, as well as an exclusive look at what we hope to be the follow-up to Alien Frontiers - currently referred to as Codename: Horizons.

We're also giving away a copy of Poseidon's Kingdom! Listen in for details about how to win, and remember you can contact us either on Twitter (@GameSalute) or via email: Michael@GameSalute.com / Dann@GameSalute.com

Thanks for listening!

21 Game Salute - Episode 42

GameSalute.com — Mon, 15 Dec 2014 16:32:50 +0000

The Gentlemen of Podcasting return! Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox bring their forces together to present another speedy episode of 21 Game Salute, bringing all the latest news about what's happening in the warehouse this week. Going down on this show:

- Regimen: The Lions of Bukit Chandu from Red Tin Bot!

- Troll Hunt from Roll D6 Games!

- Democracy: Majority Rules from Make Believe Games!

- Yomi: All Copies Shipped To Backers!

- Currently In Production: What's Happening With... Keyflower: Merchants, Kyoto, Alien Frontiers, Faction Packs, Outer Belt, Rocket Dice, Princess Bride Games, Tiger Stripes, Shadowrift: Archfiends, Sangoku, Legends of the American Frontier, Dungeon Scroll and Area 1851!

- Now on Kickstarter: BoardGameGeek: The Card Game!

Thanks for listening as always - enjoy the show!

21 Game Salute - Episode 41

GameSalute.com — Mon, 01 Dec 2014 22:03:42 +0000

Loaded up with Turkey and Mashed Potatoes (on one side of the Atlantic, anyway) Michael and Dan return with another episode of 21 Game Salute! Actually coming in on time this episode, it's the usual extravaganza of joy, wonderfulness and - of course - games. On the docket for this month...

- Power Cuts!

- In Stores: Luchador 2nd Edition!

- Upcoming: Yomi Round One and Round Two, plus so much more!

- Thanks to our Kickstarter Backers!

- The horror of vegetables mixed with marshmallow

... and more besides!

21 Game Salute - Episode 40

GameSalute.com — Tue, 25 Nov 2014 17:55:59 +0000

Finally, we've reached middle age! Well, Episode 40 at least - thank you all for listening to us this long! Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington are back again with a brand new show, filled with stuff for you to enjoy - especially if you love to play games. This time around:

- In Stores: Chaos & Alchemy: Substances and Kerflip (Second Edition)!

- Coming Soon: Yomi and Luchador (Second Edition)!

- On Kickstarter Now (but not for long..!): New Princess Bride games, King's Forge: Apprentices and Sunrise City: Nights!

- Dan's Adventures at BGG.con!

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

...and more besides! Enjoy the show!

21 Game Salute - Episode 39

GameSalute.com — Mon, 17 Nov 2014 12:45:55 +0000

As the world turns, so does another episode of 21 Game Salute appear. Those bold and beautiful hosts, Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington, guide you through another week's worth of news from the company offices. What's going on this week? Well...

- Thanksgiving comes early for Michael

- We probably need a new intro

- Out in Stores: Top This! Plus three expansions!

- Coming soon: Chaos & Alchemy Substances and more!

- On Kickstarter: King's Forge Apprentices, Keyflower: The Merchants, three new Princess Bride Games, Epic Death Hardcore Mode, Formula E and Sunrise City: Nights!

- Dan's going to BGG.con, be sure to say hello!

- Kind Words of the Week and GameStoreLocator.com shoutouts!

Thanks for listening as ever, and we'll see you next time!

Episode 38 - 21 Game Salute

GameSalute.com — Mon, 10 Nov 2014 10:46:51 +0000

We return! Our schedule will be feeling a little more regular now in the lead up to the holidays (though there may be a bump with Thanksgiving coming up, we shall see). This time around, Dan and Michael are joined by special guest Dann May, the brand new King of All Art at Game Salute. As well as chatting the usual nonsense, we take a few minutes to find out more about Dann's life, how he works and what went on at PAX Australia this past week! Also:

- Now in Stores: Bigfoot and Machine of Death!

- How Will The Boys Die?

- Coming Soon: Top This! and Expansions!

- Now on KS: King's Forge Apprentices, Keyflower: The Merchants, Epic Death: Hardcore Mode AND Formula E!

And loads more, of course! Thanks for listening!

21 Game Salute - Episode 37

GameSalute.com — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 11:42:06 +0000

After a brief sabbatical in That Europe, Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox are back with another episode of your favourite little games show, 21 Game Salute! What madness will they cover this week? Well, all this and more besides:

- Essen 2014 Round Up!

- The Tremendous Adventures of Dan's Hat!

- Currently on KS: King's Forge Apprentices (now funded, thank you!)

- Coming up on KS: Keyflower - The Merchants!

- Coming up on KS: Epic Death goes Hardcore Mode!

- Now Shipped: Bigfoot and Tiny Epic Kingdoms!

- GameStoreLocator.com Shout Outs!

21 Game Salute - Episode 36

GameSalute.com — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 11:56:00 +0000

Essen is nearly upon us and Game Salute is speeding up to get everything sorted out! However, there's always time for Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington to get together and put out another episode of 21 Game Salute. This time around, expect the following and more - oh, and come see us at Hall 3, Booth G-109!

- The Inherent Sadness of Being!

- On KS: 9-Shooter Quick Draw from Square Shooters!

- Cthulhu Wars is coming soon!

- Clusterfight News!

- Essen Reservations!

- What have we got at Essen?

- Sprocket Games (Michael's little company!) is also at Essen!

- GameStoreLocator.com Shout Outs!

21 Game Salute - Episode 34

GameSalute.com — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 16:15:34 +0000

Another week, another show with Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington! What curiosities and strangeness will the gentlemen discuss this time around? Find out for yourself, but know that at least there'll be talk on...

- Pre-Essen Fun and Games!

- Currently on KS: Skyway Robbery! Poseidon's Kingdom! Ruse Second Edition!

- Recently Shipped: Top Promoter, Monsters and Maidens and more!

- Chaos & Alchemy is FINALLY on the way!

- New In Stores: Great Snowball Battle, Wok Star, Belle of the Ball and more!

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

Thanks for listening as always!

Episode 33 - As Normal As It Gets

GameSalute.com — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 16:22:37 +0000

A little late (thanks, technical difficulties!) but here's a brand new 21 Game Salute for YOU! Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington join forces to bring you some high quality gaming chat from your favourite company, and this time around there's all manner of things going on including:

- The Power of Dan's Hat!

- What have we been up to since Gen Con?

- Check out the Special Episodes!

- On Kickstarter Now: Poseidon's Kingdom!

- On Kickstarter Now: Ruse Second Edition!

- Check out Skyway Robbery from our friend Philip duBarry!

- Check out PM Games' Biomechanical Dino Battles!

- Wok Star and Batteries: An Explanation

- Upcoming Releases and GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

21 Game Salute Special - GS State of the Union!

GameSalute.com — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 11:11:31 +0000

A special episode from Gen Con with Dan as he addresses the people of Indianapolis with the current goings on from Game Salute! With the crowd having plenty of questions, answers are given by our noble CEO while he also talks about the progress of the company over the last year, the ups and downs of running a games company and the perils you can run into. Enjoy the episode and we'll be back to our normal schedule next week!

21 Game Salute - Special Episode #1!

GameSalute.com — Fri, 29 Aug 2014 14:36:22 +0000

Your favourite show returns after the madness of Gen Con with a very special episode featuring (almost) the whole team! Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington lead the charge as they're joined by some of the folks who help put together the games that you love. There's game discussion aplenty as well as a few curiosities - and one of us has Con Crud... who will it be? Find out in this extra long episode as we discuss...

- Our new releases!

- How the booth went!

- What we've been up to!

- Our Gen Con impressions!

- Plans for the Future!

- Game Store Locator shout outs!

Thanks for listening as always and keep an ear out for a more specials from the show!

21 Game Salute - Episode 32

GameSalute.com — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 09:51:53 +0000

Good day! Those charming fellows from Game Salute, Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox, return with a new episode of the show from your favourite games company, bringing you all the news that's fit to listen to. This one runs a little long so should really be a 25 Game Salute, but we hope you'll forgive us. This week:

- A violent opener!

- In Stores Now: Formula E (get it quickly!)

- In Stores Next Week: Clusterfight and Tattletale!

- Some Bargains at Shop.GameSalute.com - check them out!

- GenCon: We'll Be There!

- Seminars and Events at the Convention

- First Timer Suggestions

- GameStoreLocator.com Shout Outs!

21 Game Salute - Episode 31

GameSalute.com — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 17:22:13 +0000

A little delayed, but here nonetheless! Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox return with another episode of 21 Game Salute, containing the following curios and stuff...

- The Game salute Family gets a little bigger!

- Shipping Madness at the Warehouse!

- Gen Con preparation continues!

- In Stores This Week: Vici!

- In Stores Next Week: Formula E!

- The Case of the Missing Episode 30: Solved!

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

21 Game Salute - Episode 30!

GameSalute.com — Tue, 22 Jul 2014 17:41:43 +0000

The fat bee buzzes lazily across the flowers in Michael's yard, the sun sits high in the air above Dan's office... summertime hits the world of 21 Game Salute! On this episode, you'll hear about this lot and more:

- Guards! Guards! New Edition available now!

- Vici by Ben Shulman is out next Friday!

- Formula E, not as family friendly as you may think...!

- A new clue is revealed for our Big Future Game Release!

- Help us squash bugs on GameSalute.com (please)!

- What will we have at GenCon? Find out in the extensive rundown!

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

Oh, and tells a cool story that could've used a zombie or two. Catch you next week!

21 Game Salute - Episode 29

GameSalute.com — Mon, 14 Jul 2014 12:40:42 +0000

It's another episode of 21 Game Salute! Not, as you may think when listening, sponsored by Stetson Hats. Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox bring you the latest news from your favourite games company along with lots - and we mean LOTS - of random oddness. This time around:

- HAT TALK!

- GenCon is coming! And we shall be there!

- Shipped this week: Vici! Tattletale! Great Snowball Battle! Stack & Attack!

- Game Salute PSA: UPDATE YOUR ADDRESS!

- Shipping next week: Clusterfight

- In Stores Now: VivaJava Dice, Marrying Mr Darcy Undead Expansion, Magnum Opus

- Michael confuses Pemberton / Pemberley (apologies)

- Our Mystery Game continues to confound...!

And much more besides! Enjoy the show!

21 Game Salute - Episode 28

GameSalute.com — Mon, 07 Jul 2014 22:44:44 +0000

After a little time away from the grindstone, the boys are back in town! Well, back and huddled around their microphones anyway. This week the topics are their usual varied selves, so let the wild rumpus begin! Prepare for:

- Why we've been away!

- Thanks to all Alien Frontiers: Outer Belt pre-order people!

- The Secret Game: More Allusion!

- A wander down Random Lane takes us to an Army of Darkness!

- New in Stores: A Duel Betwixt Us, Fantasy Frontier, Marrying Mr Darcy - Undead Expansion and VivaJava Dice!

- GameStoreLocator.com Shout Outs

Thanks for listening as always to our pocket-sized podcast - we couldn't (and wouldn't!) do it without you!

21 Game Salute - Episode 27

GameSalute.com — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 11:43:29 +0000

Another week goes by and the world of 21 Game Salute continues to turn, bringing more games and loveliness your way. This week, Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox gabble on about all manner of things including...

- Dan Is Tired (but going on vacation! Yay!)

- Michael is an editing NINJA

- Alien Frontiers Outer Belt is going splendidly! Order at shop.GameSalute.com today!

- What's inside the Outer Belt box? And what happens after June 30?

- New Mystery Product Coming Soon!

- Guess the Mystery New Release and win an original prototype of one of our games!

- New This Week: Blackwater Gulch Secret Fist Gang!

- New This Week: Alchemist Academy!

- Coming Soon: A Duel Betwixt Us!

- GameStoreLocator.com Shout Outs!

- Dan and Michael reveal the new 51st State of the USA!

21 Game Salute - Episode 26

GameSalute.com — Mon, 16 Jun 2014 10:21:39 +0000

Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox bring another episode of the show to YOU! Just you! Because we like you and want to keep you informed and entertained! This week on the show...

- Alien Frontiers: Outer Belt is on pre-order NOW. Order before June 30 for a limited edition card promo set!

- Outer Belt, Faction Packs, Promo Packs... all gone for printing!

- Rocket Dice Update!

- Kyoto Protocol from Roll D6 Games should really be checked out!

- Luchador! Mexican Wrestling Dice! is coming to a close... well done Backspindle Games!

- Out This Week: Otontin and Pandante!

- GameStoreLocator.com Shout Outs!

Thanks as always for listening to the

21 Game Salute - Episode 25

GameSalute.com — Mon, 09 Jun 2014 11:29:03 +0000

Your favourite podcast from your favourite games company hits a quarter century of shows! This time Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox yammer on about all manner of things (as always) - expect to hear about the following:

- Michael has been watching too much Adventure Time!

- Alien Frontiers Outer Belt is now on pre-order!

- Luchador on Kickstarter is going great: well done Backspindle Games!

- Out this week: Frontier Skies! Build an airship and get some treasure!

- Out this week: Seven Swords! Defend (or destroy!) a Japanese village!

- Michael talks Purple Games new one: 27th Passenger!

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

And much more besides! Thanks for listening!

21 Game Salute - Episode 24

GameSalute.com — Mon, 02 Jun 2014 23:18:12 +0000

The latest episode of 21 Game Salute hits the internet like a ball of fire, in that it is HOT and WONDERFUL. This time around your cordial hosts Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington bring the heat with topics including:

- We're Late! But Why?

- Alien Frontiers: Outer Belt; NOT on Kickstarter! Pre-orders open NOW until June 30 at shop.GameSalute.com for $25!

- Nothing Personal Expansions KS now closed; Thank you backers!

- Congrats to the Award Winning Luchador! Mexican Wrestling Dice (2nd Edition KS now live!)

- Coming (not so) soon: Lighthouse Run, demos at Origins!

- Out now: Alchemist Academy!

- Why not Join Us?

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

Thanks for listening as always, and we'll be back next week!

21 Game Salute - Episode 23

GameSalute.com — Mon, 26 May 2014 15:46:37 +0000

Hello folks! Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington return with another episode of your favourite show from Game Salute! As always, we cover all manner of topics in twenty-one minutes or less, and this time it's all about...

- Michael's Medical Update (He's still broken)

- The joys of Madison, WI

- Currently on Kickstarter: Nothing Personal Expansions are racing through the stretch goals!

- Launching soon from Backspindle Games: Luchador! Mexican Wrestling Dice - 2nd Edition!

- Dan's adventures at ACD, the greatest distributors in the USA!

- In Stores This Week: New Blackwater Gulch miniatures!

- Upcoming Releases: Frontier Skies hitting shelves soon!

- Upcoming Releases: Seven Swords from Gen-X Games!

- The ACD Game Night and Nerf Gun Mayhem!

- Next Weekend: UK Games Expo in Brimingham! Come see us and meet Michael!

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

Thanks for listening as always, and we'll be back again next week!

21 Game Salute - Episode 22!

GameSalute.com — Mon, 19 May 2014 08:55:19 +0000

The Boys Are Back In Town with another episode of your favourite show from your favourite games company. It's been a busy week with lots of stuff coming in and going out, but there's always time for 21 Game Salute! This time around...

- A very curious introduction with nude podcasting

- Nothing Personal Expansions is trucking along; we're At The Movies!

- Epic Death is now shipping (and we're sorting out the dice)

- Shipping Soon: A Duel Betwixt Us! (Hoorah!)

- Discworld goodness coming to GS: Guards! Guards! reprint on the way

- Hero Brigade is In Stores Now! Save the city (or destroy it!)

- NEWS: Cryptozoic getting sued by Wizards of the Coast

- NEWS: Pandemic Legacy in the works? (Short answer: Apparently so!)

- What would YOU (well, WE) give the Legacy treatment to?

- GameStoreLocator.com Shout Outs (now with lettuce)!

Thanks for listening as always. We've got a loyal following out there and we're so grateful to each and every one of you! Give us a review on iTunes or drop us an email on 21@GameSalute.com, and we'll see you again soon!

21 Game Salute - Episode 21!

GameSalute.com — Mon, 12 May 2014 13:07:46 +0000

Another episode of your new favourite podcast, 21 Game Salute, arrives to inform, educate and entertain! Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox celebrate their 21st episode milestone (while not entirely realising it because we recorded this one late night!) with many fine conversations covering around a million topics. This time around:

- Root Beer and the lack of the stuff in the UK

- Currently on Kickstarter and doing great: Nothing Personal expansions!

- Hitting the Stores: Card Game of OZ

- Coming Soon: Hero Brigade!

- Interview Time: David MacKenzie talks Alien Frontiers Outer Belt!

- GameStoreLocator.com shoutouts!

Sure, it may not look like much this week, but there's a LOT of AF stuff to cover. Thanks for listening!

21 Game Salute - Episode 20!

GameSalute.com — Mon, 05 May 2014 23:02:59 +0000

The boys are back in town! *Guitar Solo* Dan Yarrington and Michael Fox from Game Salute return with another episode of glorous stuff from your new favourite games company. This time around...

- Michael can edit sounds good while Dan is a wee bit manic

- Nothing Personal Expansions on Kickstarter (coming Fall 2015, get the base game in Fall 2014!)

- We've been playing Marrying Mr Darcy! And it is lovely!

- Michael is possessed by some matronly dowager, my dear child.

- Evolution from North Star Games on KS now, do check it out!

- Also on KS, Transylvania Curses and Traitors!

- Check out the Escape Big Box from Queen Games

- Cool Mini or Not's Dogs of War looks rather grand

- New In Stores this week: Card Game of OZ hits the shelves!

- Also New: Factions Second Edition, perfect to expand your Alien Frontiers Fourth Edition with loads of plastic bits!

- Ancient Terrible Things is now available

- New from Stratamax: Sheepdogs of Pendleton Hill and Let's Take A Hike!

- Dan has seen Amazing Spider Man 2, and Michael feels old and is utterly confused by what's going on.

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs!

21 Game Salute - Episode 19

GameSalute.com — Mon, 28 Apr 2014 10:16:39 +0000

Michael Fox and Dan Yarrington return with another episode of your favourite super speedy show about gaming - 21 Game Salute is here again! This week, as always, there's a wide range of topics that are hit upon including...

- Dan-dyism

- Shameless Promotion

- Seven Swords Success!

- The Big Time! not so successful :(

- Nothing Personal expansions: Coming VERY soon!

- DuCo wins a Major Fun Award! Congratulations Henrik!

- Deliveries, Deliverables and Deadlines, an in-depth discussion

- GameStoreLocator.com shout outs

- CEBUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU