Worker Placement Blog: Recent Episodes

Jake Tlapek

A blog focused on discussing game design, game theory, and game-ification in all aspects.

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After a week off, I'm back with format changes and a new outlook.

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EXTRA SATURDAY EPISODE!!! I blather on about all the keyboards and mice I every used. Pretty pointless stuff unless you care. Enjoy!

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I talk about my struggles and feeling on design and designer integrity vs being published!

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Today, I get back into the Overwatch grind and share what is working for me. Also, Gamebag.

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Using games to teach kids is awesome, right? Thank God for all my spending on Steam...

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Should esports players be allowed to take substances that can improve their performance? What if its Doritos and M&Ms?

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Time to breakdown the League of Legends wave survival boardgame, MvM!

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In today's brief episode, I talk about the sequel to one of my favorites!

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Are games based off other media content good? Or just a cash grab?

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Rant warning. Today, I implore people to value and experience other's hobbies.

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I have a Quiver case full of awesome games for when I need to game elsewhere. Here is what is inside!

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Today, I breakdown a game that I have pumped before, The Thing: Escape from Outpost 31!

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Finally, I talk about Gloomhaven and an extended #gamebag!

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Today, I discuss the relationship between designer/developers and the community.

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This is my list of recommended games to own or bring to a new game group for a blend of experienced and new players!

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On this week's breakdown, The Team 17 frantic team puzzler, Overcooked!

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Nostalgia is a huge selling factor. It’s no wonder old games are getting remastered and new games are homage to yesteryear.

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In today’s President’s Day casual concept, I discuss concepts for a political party negotiation game!

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I share my top 5 video game moments! So hard to choose…

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Azul is the new hotness and I finally got to play! Here is my breakdown.

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For Valentine’s Day, I talk about Long Live the Queen, a choose your own adventure game! Also, Roll Player and Gamebag.

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Legacy games are sweeping the cardboard kingdom. What are they and how are they affecting boardgames as a whole

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Here are a couple games that I used to love that were ruined for me by updates or changes.

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Today, in a new segment, I concept a game design based on running a snow plow business.

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In this week’s Thursday Breakdown, I tackle the Carl Chudyk classic, Glory to Rome.

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Along with the usual suspects, I discuss Mysterium and Darkest Dungeon!