Nate Thompson

Learner, enjoyer of boardgames and #boardgamedesign, most of all follower of Jesus. Currently developing #Landstormgame.

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#Landstorm is a game about expanding your humble village into the most renowned kingdom across the land. Gather rare resources, build great structures and tame wild creatures to conquer land or strengthen your territory before your rivals invade!

#Landstormgame #boardgame

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@TowerGuardGames Haha! That's good.

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I showed #Wavelength to the family after Easter dinner yesterday. I've played this #partygame a few times now and it's always a good time.
What clue would you have given for this?
#boardgames #tabletopgames #partygames #familygamenight

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We played #Mysteryofthetemples. Little puzzle game with tension between building specific patterns and leaving room to pivot when needed. Nothing crazy but a chill game for a more relaxed night. Won't try more players but it's a nice one for the 2 of us occasionally.
#boardgames

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What effects the perceived value of #boardgames for you?
@thesecretcabal discusses different ideas concerning cost and value in #tabletopgames such as availability, enjoyment, components, designer pedigree, art and more.
https://t.co/thHyTJhMEs
#boardgaming #tabletopgaming

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@Tydaspy @JASlingerland @BFTrick I hear you and feel the same way. Hoping for conventions again in the near future!

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"The biggest piece of advice I would give to anyone... is get out there and network."
@JASlingerland has an inspiring conversation with @BFTrick about many of his #boardgamedesign experiences.
How do you do connect with the #boardgamecommunity?
https://t.co/FNEsDRp0TS
#boardgames

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Simple #WhichCharacterWednesday today: are you more of a Dog person or a Kitten person?
#terraformingmars #kittin #kittingame #dexteritygame #boardgames #tabletopgames

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Some helpful #kickstarter advice from Oliver Josiah with @WesleyWoodbury about #Theurgy. After a failed first campaign and a successful relaunch, Oliver gives lessons learned and practical tips.
https://t.co/ydl7UKIxYn
#boardgames #boardgamedev #tabletopgames #tabletopgaming

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An interesting article by @TabletopGamesBl that asks, "Should we compare games against our expectations or would it make more sense to check them against some other benchmark?"
What do you consider when reviewing or forming an opinion on a #boardgame?
https://t.co/a8ri4TdiKw

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"The principles of #gamedesign are universal... the player experience and emotion is the true metric."
@AntarianRanger and @justingary discuss a variety of #boardgamedesign topics in this "deep dive, nitty-gritty, nuts and bolts conversation".
https://t.co/WyIq6IMAJV
#boardgames

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@dannibelow @MeepleMarketing Thanks for sharing!

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Plenty of helpful tips on engaging your #boardgame community and marketing in this podcast from @MeepleMarketing. @dannibelow talks about topics like the importance of cadence and maintaining momentum in #kickstarter campaigns.
https://t.co/FTE7qbdTRC
#boardgamedev #boardgames

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Which would you choose, the Skeleton army with a Dragon or a fleet of Narwhal riding Skeletons? Would the classic fire-breathing beast have the upper hand or the magical whimsy of the unicorn of the sea?
#whichcharacterwednesday
#Smallworld #Superfight #boardgames #tabletopgames

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Which character are you? The Merchant is a hustler with a keen eye for opportunities but the Countess is noble and dignified? Would you be the shrewd opportunist or were you born with a silver spoon in your mouth?
#whichcharacterwednesday
#Citadels #Loveletter #boardgames

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"Over time you learn how to make games, not how to find games."
I always enjoy @KindFortress communicating #boardgamedesign knowledge. Some great content in this @BreakingIntoBG #podcast.
https://t.co/mJm0A0J7XM
#boardgames #tabletopgames #boardgaming #gamedesign

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"During your process, it’s important to look for equivalent alternatives, which could fill the same role in the design, without being identical."
@JVDesignsGames always has thought provoking insights on #boardgamedesign.
https://t.co/Gi0tTaX8gf
#boardgames #gamedesign

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@brennanoonan WALL-E

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Which character are you? The King expands his territory and rules over his kingdom but the Knight brings order in the cities and has strength in numbers. Are you the king of your castle or more of a knight in shining armor?
#whichcharacterwednesday
#Carcassonne #Kingdomino

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@Silverleafbg Thanks for following me! Interested in what you have going on.

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@corrydamey Thanks for following me! Glad to meet you, interested in what you're working on.