Snarling Badger Studios

The SNARLcast

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About Indie Wargames and Their Design

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Board Games vs. Wargames 02.11.2026 1:02:55

Vince and Adam talk about the blurred lines between board gaming and wargaming. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.social...

Aspiration in Wargaming 19.10.2026 57:57

Vince and Adam talk about how to direct your players' aspiration in wargaming. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.social...

What's In SNARL 2026? 05.10.2026 1:01:12

Vince and Adam talk about the microgame and the expansions that will be in the upcoming SNARL 2026. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tableto...

Interview with Matt Ross from Smash Bash and Sun Rot 21.09.2026 1:15:14

Vince and Adam talk with Matt Ross about Sun Rot and Smashbash.org Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.social Follow us on...

Skill Tests in Wargames 07.09.2026 1:00:56

Vince and Adam talk about skill tests in wargames - what they are, and what they're for. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bs...

Space Marines are a Lie (Story vs. Rules) 24.08.2026 56:31

Vince and Adam talk differences in game story versus game rules - and why Space Marines are a lie. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletop...

Gen Con 2026 - Still Not Great for Wargames 10.08.2026 1:01:10

Vince and Adam talk about their time at Gen Con 2026 in Indianapolis. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.social Follow us...

Rules Complexity - How Much is Too Much? 27.07.2026 1:07:57

Vince and Adam talk about rules complexity in your wargame - how much is too much? Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.soc...

Do You Need Two Versions of Your Rules? 13.07.2026 56:21

Vince and Adam talk about whether you need two versions of your rules for your wargame. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsk...

Miniatures Limit Design 29.06.2026 1:02:50

Vince and Adam talk about how your game design can (and should) be constrained by miniatures. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminio...

How Much RPG in Your Wargame? 15.06.2026 57:56

Vince and Adam talk about how much role-playing is good to put in your wargaming rules. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsk...

About Repent! Ye Foolish Gods 01.06.2026 1:07:07

Vince and Adam talk in depth about their new game - Repent! Ye Foolish Gods. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.social Fo...

Exploring Dice Mechanics 18.05.2026 1:06:56

Vince and Adam talk about how dice mechanics are used in tabletop wargames. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.social Fol...

What Makes a Game Compelling? 04.05.2026 1:04:22

Vince and Adam talk about the things that compel us to enjoy (or not enjoy) certain games. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions....

Skirmish vs. Army Games 20.04.2026 1:00:02

Vince and Adam talk about the benefits and issues with skirmish games versus army games. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bs...

Live Podcast at AdeptiCon 2026 06.04.2026 1:31:55

Vince and Adam talk about game design and their new, upcoming game LIVE at AdeptiCon 2026. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions....

Why Licensing Isn't a Great Idea 23.03.2026 1:02:33

Vince and Adam talk about the pitfalls of licensing someone else's intellectual property for your game. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tab...

Sci-Fi vs. Fantasy vs. Modern 09.03.2026 1:01:41

Vince and Adam talk about whether you should choose to make your game sci-fi, fantasy, or modern... and why. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profil...

The Evolution of Wargame Design over 40 Years 23.02.2026 1:06:29

Vince and Adam talk about what the trends and changes in wargaming design since 1980. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky....

The Nitty-Gritty of Getting It Done 09.02.2026 1:01:28

Vince and Adam talk about what it takes to get your game design to the finish line. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.so...

Great Kits for Mini-Agnostic Games 26.01.2026 1:03:07

Vince and Adam talk about great miniature kits that are great for miniature-agnostic games. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions...

2026 New Year's Company Resolutions 12.01.2026 1:01:59

Vince and Adam talk about what we'll change in Snarling Badger Studios in the upcoming year. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminion...

Psychographic Profiles in Wargaming 29.12.2025 1:02:58

Vince and Adam talk about psychographic profiles in wargames: Timmy, Johnny, and Spike. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsk...

The Myth of Balance in Wargaming 15.12.2025 1:10:03

Vince and Adam talk about balance in wargames. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram: Snarling...

Campaign Systems in Wargames 01.12.2025 59:33

Vince and Adam talk about campaign systems in wargames. Check out Snarling Badger Studios on our website: https://www.snarlingbadger.com/ Follow us on Bluesky: Snarling Badger Studios https://bsky.app/profile/snarlingbadgers.bsky.social Vince Venturella https://bsky.app/profile/warhammerweekly.bsky.social Tabletop Minions https://bsky.app/profile/tabletopminions.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram:...