Selling my Collector’s Edition copy of Scythe wasn’t easy. After all, it is one of the highest rated tabletop board games of all time. Just owning the Scythe, especially the upgraded Collector’s Edition, provides a certain level of geek cred.
Some of you are pulling out your hair right now, I can tell. “You sold your Kickstarter version of Scythe!? Are you mad?” Or, “How can you not like Scythe? It is the greatest game ever!” Yeah, I get it. But quite honestly, I think ...
Scythe is most anticipated board game of this century! Scythe, the new tabletop board game from Stonemaier Games, has finally arrived. Join me as I unbox the Collector's Edition, which has nifty upgraded components. Top notch quality on this one, seriously, the production value is through the roof.
Months and months ago, when I first heard that Jamey Stegmaier was writing a book on crowdfunding, I remember being super excited and thinking to myself, “automatic buy”. If you know who Jamey Stegmaier is you might have thought the same thing. Because Jamey built his personal and professional brand (Stonemaier Games) on the philosophy of fostering positive relationships, putting people/customers first, and delivering an exceptional product, Jamey has quite a large fan b...
I got to talk to Jamey Stegmaier about the Stonemaier Games upcoming release, Scythe. The transcription of the interview is below and you can always subscribe to iTunes and listen to the podcast there. In addition to talking about Scythe and the hype engine that surrounds the game, I also ask Jamey a few unusual questions, which serve as the beginning of a, hopefully ongoing, segment I like to call "Inside the Designer Studio" or something like that. The name is a w...
A few days ago I was able to corner Jamey Stegmaier into doing a podcast with me. The transcription of the interview is below and you can always subscribe to iTunes and listen to the podcast there. In this awesome episode, Jamie and I talk about Between Two Cities, which should launch on Kickstarter on February 25th. We also talk about Viticulture and the cock jokes that can be made because of the rooster tokens, and then we discuss the Tuscany tile misprint and whet...
Stonemaier Games has announced the latest game that they are working on: Scythe. Scythe the board game is based on the arty by Jakub Rozalski, which is simply amazing. Set in an alternate history version of the 1920's, in which there are large Mechs, players will be at war with one another for territory and resources. You can learn more about Scythe on the BBG page or on the Stonemaier Games website.
While at Gen Con 2014 I was fortunate enough to meet a lot of great people, some of which will be friends for many years to come. I also met some industry influencers and geek culture celebrities, which was extremely awesome and exciting.
Here, I am with the cast of Board with Life. This was a chance meeting in the hall while they were waiting to do their panel. The encounter was flipping sweet. Everyone was nice, fun-loving, and full of energy. This chance encounter wa...
Richard Miles quick interview with Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games at Gen Con 2014.
Topics covered:
Jamey's highlights of Gen Con 2014, which includes meeting board game reviewers!
Jamey talks about playing prototypes from other designers and says he wants to expand the portfolio of Stonemaier Games.
Tony's catapult game from http://www.boardgamequest.com/
The need to be able to explain and pitch a game in five minutes.
Richard Miles interviews Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games. We didn't talk about it much, but Jamey has an active Kickstarter campaign running for Tuscany right now.
Topics covered:
What makes Tuscany a unique expansion.
I thank Jamey for his enormous contribution to the Kickstarter board game community.
The next project for Stonemaier Games: Treasure Chest
Jamey's one piece of advice for anyone wanting to launch a Kickstarter campaign.
Why Kickstarter looks li...
Richard Miles interviews Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games. We didn't talk about it much, but Jamey has an active Kickstarter campaign running for Tuscany right now.
Topics covered:
The difference between Tuscany and Jamey's other Kickstarter projects.
I thank Jamey for his enormous contribution to the Kickstarter board game community.
How Stonemaier Games has affected Jamey's personal life.
The decision for Jamey to quit his day job.
How many board games w...
