Nate

Tabletop to CPU

Leisure EN ↓ 60 episodes

We talk about games of all varieties, from video games to board games to table top RPG's

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Nate

Episodes

Episode 59 - Communities in Gaming 31.01.2025 1:03:36

This episode Chris and Nate examine some of the connections that we make over video games. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 58 - Keeping Secrets 13.11.2024 1:15:01

Chris and Nate talk about keeping secrets. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 57 - Remakes and Remasters 26.09.2024 1:22:54

This week Chris and Nate discuss how remakes and remasters might improve a game and make it a better experience (or not). Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 56 - Puzzles vs Games 05.08.2024 1:10:40

Nate has been playing too many NYT games, but are they games. Chris decides right now. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 55 - Limited Resources 12.06.2024 1:16:34

This week Chris and Nate discuss how limited resources impact a game and how you have to play throught the game. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 54 - If you add it, it better be good 24.04.2024 1:16:51

Chris and Nate discuss mechanics that get added to games that don't add to the game. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 53 - Story Telling Games 23.03.2024 1:19:24

This time Chris and Nate discuss some games that help build narratives. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 52 - Importance of Building a Machine 20.12.2023 1:13:31

Chris and Nate discuss when a game system just feels so smooth and pops off. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 51 - GOAT Gamer Gauntlet 07.11.2023 1:25:59

Chris and Nate decide what games are worthy of helping determine the GOAT gamer. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 50 - Rythm Games 24.10.2023 1:14:22

Chris and Nate have the beat and decide to rock out. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 49 - Lessons Learned from Others 11.10.2023 1:04:53

A fool learns from their own mistakes, a wise man learns from the mistakes of others -- Sun Tsu probably... Chris and Nate discuss how content creators can help you add and bring things to your game. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 48 - Expansion 07.09.2023 1:26:53

This week Chris and Nate discuss expansions and bonus content that make games better. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 47 - It's a Great Big Open World 26.05.2023 1:21:46

Chris and Nate discuss some of the pros and cons of having an open world to explore. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 46 - Designing RPG Encounters 04.05.2023 1:25:42

Chris and Nate discuss ways to set up encounters and design engaging content. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 45 - Journeys Far Far Away 06.04.2023 1:10:11

This week Chris and Nate discuss Nate's recent trip to the Star Wars Starcruiser! Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 44 - Avatar RPG Book 2: Thoughts 27.02.2023 1:20:09

This week Chris and Nate break down some of the ways in which conflict is resolved in Avatar RPG and discuss some of Last of Us Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 43 - Avatar TTRPG 11.02.2023 1:10:28

Chris and Nate check out the Avatar TTRPG in this episode, looking at some of the unique things the system does. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 42 - Branching Out 18.01.2023 1:22:17

This week Chris and Nate discuss the benefits of branching out in your games. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 41 - Story Prompts for Your Games 31.12.2022 1:13:45

This week Chris and Nate try out a D&D tool for creating cool stories for your RPG campaigns. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 40 - Card Game Resources 30.11.2022 1:08:43

This week Chris and Nate examine resource management in collectible card games such as Marvel Snap. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @cpu_to Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twit...

Episode 39 - Inventory as Game Design 07.10.2022 54:34

This time Chris and Nate talk about inventory management? Surprisingly complex. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @cpu_to Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twit...

Episode 38 - Card Game Environments 14.09.2022 1:12:48

This week, Chris and Nate discuss how different people engage in different play environments. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @cpu_to Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: ht...

Episode 37 - Board Games Can't Hide Mechanics 19.08.2022 1:08:44

Chris and Nate reflect on board game mechanics and how they can't hide behind graphics or DM trickery. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @cpu_to Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.soc...

Episode 36 - Gun Games 26.07.2022 56:43

This week we discuss the genres of Multiplayer FPS games. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @cpu_to Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu

Episode 35 - Puzzle Design 28.06.2022 1:08:26

Chris and Nate check out ways to design puzzles both in video games and at the RPG table. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU Twitter: @cpu_to Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tt2cpu Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/436137464283818 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TT2CPU BlueSky: @mcpownsalot.bsky.social Twitch: https:...