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In this episode Jean (Strategy WarGamer), Matt (The Historical Gamer), and Eric (Tortuga Power) discuss their top 3 picks for the best strategy games of 2019. In this episode there were a number of surprise choices, be sure to stay to the end for some honorable mentions. Field of Glory Empires: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1011390/Field_of_Glory_Empires/ A Legionary’s Life: https://store.ste...

In this episode the gang discusses the shocking and incredible announcement of a new Starship Troopers strategy game. Slitherine and the developer, The Aristocrats, recently unveiled their upcoming Real Time Strategy (RTS) game Starship Troopers Terran Command. Matt, Eric and Jean discuss their reactions to the announcement and first demo of gameplay footage, afterward the group dives into the rec...

In this episode the gang covers two of the newest released and talked about strategy games. The first is a deluxe and realistic modern military simulator, Command Modern Operations. They finish up the episode discussing one of the most addictive and satisfying logistical World War 2 strategy games, Unity of Command 2. Buy The Games: Command Modern Operations: https://store.steampowered.com/app/107...

In this deluxe episode the gang dives into a whole slew of news and reviews. First Matt (HistoricalGamer) and Eric (TortugaPower) discuss the game they both been waiting for, a game that just released on Early Access, Ultimate Admiral Dreadnoughts. Followed by another recently released & innovative strategy game, Radio Commander, but the core of the episode is focused solely on the latest game ann...

In this interview episode, Jean the Strategy Wargamer sits down with the founder of Black Lab Games, Paul Turbett, the developer responsible for the incredible game Battlestar Galactica Deadlock. They discuss how Battlestar Galactica Deadlock came to be, the challenges they faced throughout its development, the recent release of the game on the Nintendo Switch and the future of the series. Buy The...

In this episode, the gang catches up on the games they’ve been playing the last few weeks. We also revisit both Axis & Allies 1942 Online as well as Imperator Rome to see how well these games have fared following some big updates. Mashinsky: https://store.steampowered.com/app/598960/Mashinky/ Headliner NoviNews: https://store.steampowered.com/app/918820/Headliner_NoviNews/ Assault on Arnhem iOS: h...

In this episode, Jean the Strategy Wargamer sits down with the producer of the recently released Axis & Allies 1942 Online, Cody Ouimet. Cody and his team at Beamdog were able to bring this legendary board game back to the PC, and provide fans of the game the ability to now play the game whenever and wherever they are. We dive into how the project got started, challenges they faced along the way a...

In this episode, Jean the Strategy Wargamer sits down with the producer of the recently released Axis & Allies 1942 Online, Cody Ouimet. Cody and his team at Beamdog were able to bring this legendary board game back to the PC, and provide fans of the game the ability to now play the game whenever and wherever they are. We dive into how the project got started, challenges they faced along the way a...

In this episode Matt, Eric and Jean cover the latest release from Slitherine & AGEOD, Field of Glory Empires. This highly anticipated game of 2019 comes with a unique feature allowing players to fight out their battles in the tactical battle game, Field of Glory 2. They discuss what sets this game apart from other games such as the other 2019 Rome era game, Imperator Rome. YouTube TortugaPower ->...

In this episode Matt, Eric and Jean discuss the future of how we buy games, will it forever remain Steam or will it be filled with a multitude of online game stores. They also discuss the possibility of games becoming a service, a Netflix of Gaming. They dive into the possible ramifications it will have on games and indie developers. YouTube TortugaPower -> www.youtube.com/tortugapower The Histori...

In this episode the gang gets together to discuss which games to get during the 2019 Steam Summer Sale. The main topic of the episode focuses on the recently released Steel Division 2 by Eugen Systems. We compare the game to the developers predecessors as well as other games such as Combat Mission. NEW FEATURE. Chapter Markers. For the first time we are introducing chapter markers into our episode...

In this episode we sit down with the illustrious Game Director of Hearts of Iron 4, Dan Lind. We dive into the heart of the game, its journey from the original Hearts of Iron, its latest DLC and the future of the series. There are a lots of juicy details, be sure to listen to the full episode. Episode Description Links: YouTube TortugaPower -> www.youtube.com/tortugapower The Historical Gamer -> w...

In this episode, Matt (TheHistoricalGamer), Eric (Tortuga) & Jean (TheStrategyWargamer) sit down with Fredrik Wallin, the designer and developer of the recently released strategy game, Rule The Waves 2. The episode dives into his history with strategy games, plans for future projects, and his recently released game. Join us as we discuss one of the most in-depth and comprehensive naval strategies...

In this episode we are joined by Special Guest Tortuga as we discuss the controversial release of Paradox's latest game Imperator Rome. We break down the game and the community backlash that has surrounded its release. YouTube TortugaPower -> www.youtube.com/tortugapower The Historical Gamer -> www.youtube.com/thehistoricalgamer The Strategy WarGamer -> www.youtube.com/thestrategywargamer Twitter...

In this episode, Matt (thehistoricalgamer) and Jean (thestrategywargamer) come back after a bit of a hiatus and catch up on the games they have been playing. They discuss the recently released Battlestar Galactica Deadlock Sin & Sacrifice DLC as well as the uniquely designed RPG / Strategy game, We. The Revolution. The episode was recorded in late March. We apologize for the delay in publication....

In this episode we sit down with Troy Goodfellow of Paradox Interactive. We chat about their upcoming game Imperator, as well as their recent Hearts of Iron release Man The Guns, Victoria 3, a Cold War Paradox Game, a Star Trek Strategy Game, and the possibility of Paradox making a grand strategy mobile game. Imperator Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/859580/Imperator_Rome/ More Para...

In this episode we sit down with Zuzanna, the Art lead of Polyslash, the studio behind the upcoming Role Playing Game We. The Revolution. Join us as we dive into this innovative game and its inspirational art style that focuses on the French Revolution. We. The Revolution Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/736850/We_The_Revolution/ Be sure to visit their website: http://polyslash.com B...

After a long hiatus, Jean and Matt finally catch up and discuss their top games of 2018 and most anticipated of 2019. Be sure to visit their other channels: Jean aka The Strategy Wargamer -> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_8XnCIl8uWYfKDb2Rxxs9w Matt aka The Historical Gamer -> https://www.youtube.com/user/thehistoricalgamer Also be sure to check out Wargamer.com for up to date strategy gaming n...

This week we sit down with Hubert & Bill, the developers of Fury Software, the masterminds behind the recently released strategy game Strategic Command WW2: World At War. We chat about the games origins, it’s development process, upcoming mods and the future of the Strategic Command series.

In this episode we chat with GMT Games & Playdek about their recent announcement & partnership to bring board games to the digital platform. Also Be Sure to catch the PRE SHOW -> https://youtu.be/JF5IcLsQRNs

In this episode, Matt & Jean discuss their first impressions of Armored Brigade, and compare it to previous legendary games like Close Combat. They also chat about Paradox's upcoming DLC's for Hearts of Iron & Crusader Kings 2.

In this episode we chat with Nikola Sandic of the recently released PC game, Armored Brigade. We dive into the design of the game, its development process, and it’s future.

We discuss a whole range of topics from graphics cards, Apple vs Microsoft, Civilization VI on iPhone, Afghanistan ‘11Royal Marines, Indie Games, & Strategic Command World at War.

In today's Episode, The Historical Gamer (Matt) and The Strategy Wargamer (Jean) interview, Luke Hughes, lead designer of the upcoming war and role playing wargame, Burden of Command. Burden of Command looks to be a different type of wargame, one focusing on the human side of war, people and leadership.

In today's Episode, The Historical Gamer (Matt) talks about rediscovering a 20 year old classic (Sid Meier's Gettysburg) and Jean interviews, Every Single Soldier CEO, Johan Nagel about his upcoming naval management game, Her Majesty's Ship.