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“I recently discovered Game Design Round Table and have been consistently impressed by the wealth of knowledge and insights share in each episode. No matter the topic - you’re guaranteed to learn something new every time you tune in. Go ahead and give it a “follow,” this podcast will quickly...”Read full review »
mvelasco07 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/23
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“Probably not as interesting if you’re not a designer, but I am and it’s always something worthwhile. They have a wide range of guests, and the combination of tabletop and digital expertise works nicely.”
David Dunham via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/22
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“GDRT has been providing thoughtful and relevant conversations with designers and game creators for years, and offers a progressive and thorough look into game design across the entire gamut of disciplines.”
jonbmc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/21
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“In the early episodes, the show had a slow start, but at some point in time, I found myself not being able to stop listening. Dirk and David have been a permanent part of my morning and evening commutes for work for quite a while now. I am only on episode 117, but I’ve learned so much about what...”Read full review »
Gatene via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/21
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“I have enjoyed this show from the beginning. For those who want a good set of rules/ideas/axioms for designing both tabletop and digital games this is the place. The hosts and guest hosts have a whole lot of real world game design experience. For those with a real interest in actually...”Read full review »
Evhtjjfbtn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/20
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“This is a podcast worth your time. The hosts and guests are all quite knowledgeable about game design and are a pleasure to listen to. Frequently topics are brought up which I had not thought about before and, after listening, leave me more skilled as an aspiring game designer.”
Ezra Szanton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/17/19
“I've been listening to this show for years. Dirk has done a great job of including co-hosts with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Some of the best episodes are when Dirk, David and Rob answer questions. Game designers can learn a lot from the experience and thoughtful insights of the...”Read full review »
miner in the deep via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/18
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“This is an excellent podcast! Good content about game design but also about education and several different tools related to games 💓 definitely a 5 star show! Thanks for the content!”
Msp_1992 via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
07/17/18
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“A wealth of amazing interviews and communal knowledge. This podcast has been very helpful as a game designer aspiring to go professional. With a large backlog and great quality, it’s worth looking into all the older episodes. There are some gems. Keep up the great work! -Lamestar Games”
Are Pee Gee Fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/18
“A must for anyone interested not only in how games are made but in the ins and outs of game mechanics. The hosts ask great questions and keep the dialogues with their guests lively and moving.”
DMacasaurus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/18
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“I wish you would go back to the longer format though. It felt like a conversation then. Now it feels rushed. Totally different vibe. In fact, I used to never miss an episode. Now I'm not 100% on listening to every one. Don't get me wrong, the podcast is still one of the best in the genre,...”Read full review »
Zwhales via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/18
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“I really enjoy listening to the podcast. In a short time, I have come to feel like I know and like the hosts. It's always an enjoyable listen and they have particularly insightful view into game design, especially in the Q&A episodes. I particularly like the polite atmosphere. I think it...”Read full review »
Justc0ding via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/17
“A well balanced mix for both new and old game designers. Touches on all the different forms of gaming out there today, board, card, RPG computer, you name it. If you want to hear interviews with the movers and shakers in game design THIS IS IT!”
Old Ironsides 58 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/17
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“Denne podcasten handler om alt fra kickstarterråd, prototypeproduksjon og spilltesting. Jeg har lært utrolig mye fra denne podcasten.”
Skakktafl via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
03/16/17
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“Just listened to the episode with Kathryn Hymes and I thought it was fantastic. Thoughtful discussion and reallly interesting points of view. Subscribed.”
Dylan_Vidas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/09/16
“The Game Design Roundtable is an expertly produced, invaluable resource for game designers or game players. The hosts bring such engaging, intellectual, rigorous, and pleasurable content to the community. The diversity of the guests is amazing. I have meant forever to take the time to submit a...”Read full review »
atwoow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/28/16
“Thoughtful discussion on all aspects of game design.
Dirk, Jon and David are all experienced game designers who offer unique perspectives on the fundamentals of table-top & digital game design. They also provide regular updates on the roller coaster rides that are the ongoing development of...”Read full review »
J-Mo1983 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/19/16
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“Thank you to Dirk, David, and Rob for providing such good information for new game designers. It's not always easy to hear--a lot of illusions get shattered in the listener mail responses--but it's better to learn from the voice of experience than to make avoidable mistakes.”Read full review »
Sir Valence via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/16
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“This show is absolutely fantastic for anybody interested in getting into board game design. Dirk, David and Rob are great, and the podcast is very well done. There is very little intro fluff, and basically zero static-- two things I despise.
Keep it up guys!”
boatbane via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/20/16
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“I am a semi-retired boardgamer who spends many hours painting my minis. So I have lots of time to listen to podcasts. I started listening to TGDRT from episode one, and am now up to episode 70, sometime in 2014. It has been fascinating listening to all the discussion, although as a boardgamers...”Read full review »
IndyMikeBB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/16
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“Engineer here - hoped in on episode 141 and really enjoyed it. Very thoughtful dialogue - guests offered fantastic perspective”
sibruno via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/16
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“Thanks go to these guys for jumping right to the point in every episode and talking about game design in a smart, understated way. I can never shake the feeling, though, that the show is really meant to be a marketing vehicle for their own designs.”
Dice All Day via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/15
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“Listening to the entire series for a second time. Can't thank you enough Dirk, David, Rob, and Jon (wish you'd come back for an update on At the Gates)!”Read full review »
Wordbuffer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/15
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“I really like your podcast. It’s very informative and i learn a little more in both the table top and video game development.”
Mark of Spades via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/15
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“I'm just dipping my toes in the water of tabletop and digital game design, and this podcast is so inspiring! I've been through 50 episodes now, and I'm sure I'll re-listen and get more out of them once I've had a little more experience actually designing games. The guest...”Read full review »
charliemccarron via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/15
“I love this podcast. As a tabletop gamer and beginning designer the hosts pose questions and get into conversations I am asking myself. They make me think of design and games in new ways that get me excited to design my own stuff. My only criticisms is I wish there was a disclaimer on if the...”Read full review »
mrtwills via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/15
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“A lot of useful information for digital and table top game designers and others interested it the topic.”
sZXZ via Apple Podcasts ·
Russia ·
09/21/15
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“one of my favourite for board game design. love the hosts and guests.”
D123shaw via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/11/15
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“There are many great topics covered in older episodes and I really like cherry picking episodes to listen to. Not every episode grabs me, but most do.”
Nerd in the World via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/15
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“I've been listening to this podcast for years now, and I'm still excited every time I see a new episode go up! Tons of great insight into the process of designing a game, presented in an enjoyable format.”
Freiyaa via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/03/15
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“One of the most informative and diverse podcasts on games design I've listened to. A huge variety of guests are featured and there is some real discussion as those involved debate back in forth on various subjects surrounding games and their design.”
Quiet Forest via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/24/15
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“I'd reccomend this podcast to any aspiring table or video game designers. Lots of insight and knowledge about all aspects of game design. There are also some really good interviews with a wide range of desginers from around the world.”
heinlager via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
06/17/15
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“Before I started listening to this series, I had never thought so deeply into the inner workings of interactive entertainment. With a solid understanding of theme and mechanics, I feel far more confident about working on my own projects. Thank you Dirk, Jon, and many others who took part in the...”Read full review »
NaVanBXL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/21/15
“I've been listening to GDRT for over a year now and am incredibly grateful for what Dirk an Jon have created. I especially like that while they provide deep inshights into the fractal space of game design, they often dare to wander into the mundae (yet difficult!) bussiness aspect of making games...”Read full review »
Gekonn via Apple Podcasts ·
Czech Republic ·
05/18/15
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“I’ve made a run at designing games halfheartedly a few times before, but recently trying to get really focused on a project. Trying to get serious about it, and I found this podcast. I’ve been binge-listening since I found it, and its been really great to keep me passionate with great advice to...”Read full review »
genericallyloud via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/08/15
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“I worked at the senior level in a very large game company with a broad understanding of the market and a deep understanding of game development; yet I find myself learning considerably from the collaborative discussions, insightful guest interviews, and excellent topics to the point where I have...”Read full review »
J.Reid.denton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/15
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“Been listening to this podcast for several months and find it both entertaining and educational. Thanks guys for a quality podcast, very much appreciated! Keep up the good work, please!!!”
JoeyNaps via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/15
“I stumbled across this podcast in search of some interviews with independent game makers. I enjoy the casual talk between the hosts as well as the guests. I have all intentions of listening through their entire library of past episodes. Great show. Good audio quality.”
Doombrowski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/14
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“One of my favorite podcasts. Even if you only like playing games it's great to hear about the details of what makes a game tick.
I've also become more appreciative of board games and have started playing more because I heard about them from here.”Read full review »
offdahizle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/14
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“As an aspiring game designer this podcast has really caught me up to speed with different elements of the industry. I feel much more confident now in my own designs and how to approach moving forward. I would highly recommend this podcast to anyone even just interested in board gaming. Very...”Read full review »
AZMTG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/14
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“As a budding game designer this podcast is the the one I listen to the most and love it. Highly recommend!!!”
syelon via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/06/14
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“Very comprehensive and professional! Hosts ask great questions and choose excellent topics :)”
teslmike via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/05/14
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“I'm a hobby game designer and I've been listening for well over a year now. I find your conversations engaging and interesting as well as informative. It's great to get the table top perspective as well the digital. It's helped me to come up to speed on concepts and both good...”Read full review »
CLeveillee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/14
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“Not an aspiring designer here, just a fan of games, but this podcast always gets me thinking about the game I'd like to create someday and why exactly I like (or dislike) the game I've played recently. Good chemistry with the hosts and guests. Thanks!”Read full review »
Pliers20 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/14
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“Invaluable insights to aspiring A and AA tabletop and digital games. The discussions feature fascinating theme, scope and pace.”
WO Queue via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/14
“Lots of great game design topics to listen in on and ponder. Audio quality is good and the hosts are entertaining and easy to listen to. I particularly like the mix when Rob joins in. A good mix of tabletop and digital games - often exploring concepts relevant to both.”
Winterspark Grind via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/11/14
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“Great podcast involving tabletop (and occasionaly video) game design group discussion. They're game designers who appear to really love their craft and occasionally manage to sidetrack themselves with (mostly) relevant stuff as any passionate nerd does. They and their guests are fantastic to...”Read full review »
Alterior067 via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
06/25/14
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“I really enjoy this every week!”
LH57 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/14
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“Simply amazing. Every game designer should listen to this.”
EccentricOwl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/14
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“If you are in any into game design go and listen to every episode. Frank, informative, and perceptive. It was a shame they lost Jon but they haven’t missed a beat since. Great work look forward to it each week.”
Porus Reign via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/30/14
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