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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The new @decisionspace.bsky.social is a rare treat: we discuss game designs we're currently working on! We attended a prototype convention and chat about how our playtests went. We don't often indulge in talking about our own games so hopefully it's a good listen! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/o...

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Our Designs in Development: Report from a Prototype Convention

Podcast Episode · Decision Space · September 30 · 1h 25m

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Cole Wehrle @colewehrle.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

In today's diary, I get into one of my favorite subjects: agency in historical games. Did the Opium Wars have to happen? Were the player's historical counterparts in a position to prevent them? It's a big subject, and a place where the 2e differs sharply from 1e. boardgamegeek.com/thread/37746...

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The new @decisionspace.bsky.social is all about lane battlers and Brendan and I evangelize an apparently controversial opinion... the tactics cards from Battle Line make the game BETTER! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/l...

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Lane Battlers: How Schotten Totten Created a Genre

Podcast Episode · Decision Space · September 23 · 1h 23m

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Gudnak is my favorite expandable 2 player TCG/LCG type game. Unique mechanics, easy teach, fast playing, tactically/strategically sharp. Also the only game like this where the deck construction is actually approachable for me (and fun!). Not to mention the killer art! gamefound.com/en/projects/...

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Gudnak: Reprint & Guilds of Zarruhk Expansion by Chaotic Great - Gamefound

Underneath the gleaming city of Zarruhk, guild Mehkaniks labor for an entire year to prepare for a single moment. It's here they produce Al-Flux - the orange ichor that fuels the Mehkina, and the only...

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Had a great time at @stonemaiergames.com Design Day prototype convention this weekend. Had some great playtests of my action programming area control game Franchise Wars that I designed with Brendan Hansen. I’m always so buzzed by the creative energy at this event.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The new @decisionspace.bsky.social is a deep dive on my favorite "new to me" game of 2026. I've played Indonesia over 20 times this year and I'm still not bored of it. It has everything I want in a "big" game: slim rules, high interaction, and dramatic swings. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/o...

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Our Favorite Splotter? Indonesia Roundtable Merge-a-Palooza

Podcast Episode · Decision Space · September 16 · 1h 33m

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I have put in so many hours on the UFO50 game... can't wait to see how this plays on the table!

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Meeple Mountain 🔜 Gen Con @meeplemountain.com · 12/09/2026

Roll RPG dice to set values and complete quests in this trick-taking game. Join Kevin as he reviews Crits & Tricks from Inside Up Games and designer Pete Wissinger. www.meeplemountain.com/reviews/crit... #BoardGames 3.5/5 ★

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Crits & Tricks Game Review – Meeple Mountain

Roll RPG dice to set values and complete quests in this trick-taking game. Join Kevin as he reviews Crits & Tricks from Inside Up Games!

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Played Jisogi last night and had a great time but man it was totally sold by its theming. I had way more fun describing the “gore fantasy” or “detective sci fi” anime I was creating with the story prompts than doing the euro optimization puzzle thing.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Watching @itsquinns.bsky.social chat with Brennan Lee Mulligan on Adventure Academy was such a treat. Like the @ecfriedman.com episode, it's great to hear people talk so eloquently about games on a large platform. I've been a fan of Quinns for so long and it was surreal to see him on my TV.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

My pal @tricktaking.bsky.social made the most bonkers deckbuilding trick-taking game. It is SO MUCH my kinda thing and I can't wait for this one to get out there. This is the sort of mad scientist style of trick-taker that just flips the genre on its head. www.kickstarter.com/projects/ins...

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The Adventure Store

Build your deck by purchasing powerful equipment in this trick-taking combat game.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I played the video game Dispatch over the 3 day weekend and was impressed. It was written, directed, and performed better than most superhero movies or TV shows that I've seen. The actual "gameplay" was serviceable. I don't normally care about narrative games but this was too engaging to put down.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Two player game night was a killer double header of a personal fav (Imperium) and something new and cool (A Very Civil Whist). @domhnallh.bsky.social crushed the presentation on AVCW!

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

New @decisionspace.bsky.social is a deep dive on Paolo Mori's 2012 classic Libertalia with a focus on @stonemaiergames.com 2022 reimplementation. We also chat about how new editions of old games can give a design a modern refresh, but sometimes result in bloat. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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New Editions of Old Games and the Brilliance of Libertalia

Podcast Episode · Decision Space · September 2 · 1h 13m

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

I love that the first big review of Crits & Tricks emphasizes that it's a WEIRD game that not all will enjoy. I can't imagine designing a game that everyone is supposed to like. I want to put more esoteric shit out there. Glad that they had a good time with it! www.youtube.com/watch?v=30lS...

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Crits & Tricks Review: Critical Thinking Required

YouTube video by The Dice Tower

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Having Thi on @decisionspace.bsky.social was one of the best experiences I've had as a host on the pod and Liz's new chat with him here is just excellent. I highly recommend this book btw!

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

I watched all of Nirvana the Band the Show last week as well as the movie and it’s the best new to me thing I’ve become obsessed with in a long time.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

This is a great listen. Love what @luke6080.bsky.social is doing with this very niche podcast. It is narrowly aimed at me as a target audience.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Another excellent play of Old King’s Crown last night. This one just doesn’t get old and I feel like I’m still learning how to pilot the factions after many plays!

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

This looks excellent! Sad I missed playing it at HistCon North.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Realm of Reckoning is super weird… in a good way!

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Today is my last day of summer break. I will set up my classroom tomorrow. It's always a bittersweet feeling but I don't take for granted that this is a perk that no other profession enjoys. I used this time to finish one signed game design and have another one ready for a prototype con next month!

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

In this week's @decisionspace.bsky.social we explore what the central question of a game can be: Who can I trust? What option is better? When should I pivot? Where should I place this? Why did they do that? How do I pull off this gambit? podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

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The Questions Games Ask (What We Talk About)

Podcast Episode · Decision Space · August 12 · 1h 18m

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

I've seen BGG and Discord comments say that they think Crits & Tricks is just a silly chaotic game because it features dice that you can roll. However, I win almost every time I play. There is depth that isn't obvious at first. I made a strategy guide for newbies: boardgamegeek.com/thread/37490...

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Beginner Strategy Tips | Crits & Tricks

Hello everyone! Now that Gen Con is over and more folks have their hands on the game, I wanted to share some general strategy tips for the game. I think on first blush people will see the number var...

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We’re big fans of @megacrit.com ’s Slay the Spire here at @decisionspace.bsky.social so we invited StS sicko @tricktaking.bsky.social to help us analyze digital deckbuilders from a tabletop perspective. We also discuss how video games are now inspiring board games! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/d...

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Deckbuilding 301: How Slay the Spire Expands Tabletop Design

Podcast Episode · Decision Space · August 5 · 1h 47m

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

This was my fourth Gen Con and by far the best time I’ve ever had at a big convention. It felt a bit like summer camp seeing all the friends I’ve made over the years. It was also my first Gen Con as a published designer. Here are a few highlights:

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

New @decisionspace.bsky.social is a report from @sdhistcon.bsky.social North! We talk about a bunch of games we played at this unique convention. I had an awesome time there and I hope my enthusiasm for the experience comes through! open.spotify.com/episode/0vDa...

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An Infamous Traffic, Virgin Queen, John Company Megagame and More: Report from a Historical Game Convention

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

If you come by the @gameheadgames.bsky.social booth at Gen Con I’ll play Trick to the Future with you.

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Cole Wehrle @colewehrle.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Next week we are heading to Gen Con. We've spent months preparing the for the big show in one capacity or another. This is a ton of work with often low returns, but Gen Con isn't just about sales. It's about community and the work of making games together.🧵https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErRzMS2YmAs

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GenCon is for Playtesting

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

I playtested the heck out of this one from its original concept onwards. It’s a cool one and probably my favorite “may follow” trick-taker!

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Played this one at a con last weekend and I cannot wait to get a copy because my group will love it. We dig nasty economic shit.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Ok this talk from @itsquinns.bsky.social is just intoxicating and is the sort of discussion I want us to push onto board game hobbyists with @decisionspace.bsky.social. Absolutely worth a watch! m.youtube.com/watch?v=D4Xm...

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Why We're Doing Journalism Differently: The Future isn't Games, it's Play - PMG | Guadalindie 2026

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Wehrlegig Games @wehrlegig.games · 13/07/2026

I can't believe we ran a 25 player John Company mega game using the 1813 deregulation scenario AND mess of demos for An Infamous Traffic. Thank you @sdhistcon.bsky.social for organizing an incredible weekend of gaming here St. Paul. Until next time!

Photo of people playing the Company Archives in a board room.

To the generous and kind Hastings,
Thank you once more for your continued business with us. I'm confident we've done the best and have served all of our interests to the best of our abilities and we become more able as the company grows!
We hope our leadership and organization has allowed you to sit back and enjoy the readings of your investments. I'm sure your business as a family takes up enough time and resources.in short, leave the company business to us. You have no need to worry.
Warmly,
Eli Larkin's

Handwritten letter dated July 1826 from John Company Mega game SD Hist Con North.

Overhead photo of An Infamous Traffic Playtest demo during SD Hist Con North

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Here’s my recap of @sdhistcon.bsky.social North. It was my first historical game con and I had an amazing time. It was different from other cons I’ve attended in that the bulk of the play happening centers around pre scheduled games. Luckily I was prepared and had @luke6080.bsky.social as a buddy.

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

The fateful final moment in last nights John Company mega game where my Larkin Family’s private firm was robbed of victory by the public perception of East India Company’s failure that we orchestrated masterfully! @sdhistcon.bsky.social @wehrlegig.games @colewehrle.bsky.social

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Enjoying my first ever trip to Lake Superior before heading to @sdhistcon.bsky.social North this weekend!

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Off-Board Podcast @off-boardpod.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Off-Board is off the ground! Take a listen to my discussion with the fantastic @petewiss.bsky.social wherever fine podcasts are sold. We talk about the inherent sincerity of musicals, touch on Tom Colicchio, and go track by track on one of his least favorite Decembrists albums!

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Pete Wissinger Goes Off-Board

Podcast Episode · Off-Board Podcast · July 9 · 1h 13m

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

New awesome podcast alert! Tune in to hear me talk nerdy about non board game stuff I love!

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Daniel Newman // New Mill Industries @dnlnwmn.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

The first half of this is one of the best summaries of what makes the Japanese trick taking scene so great and the second half convinced me that I should pick up Trick to the Future despite already owning Twinkle Starship. Well done @petewiss.bsky.social ! boardgamegeek.com/blog/1/blogp...

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Developer Diary: Trick to the Future | BoardGameGeek Blog

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

I have a dev diary up on BGG for Trick to the Future coming from @gameheadgames.bsky.social . The essay is a love letter to Shinzawa’s work as well as an exploration into the tweaks we made for this release. So glad this one is getting a wide release! boardgamegeek.com/blog/1/blogp...

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Developer Diary: Trick to the Future | BoardGameGeek Blog

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Today’s @decisionspace.bsky.social is an exhaustive deep dive into a game that I’ve been obsessed with since it arrived at my door: The Old King’s Crown by @theoldkingscrown.bsky.social . I was joined by @jaffles-gaming.bsky.social because she’s an TOKC expert! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/d...

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The Old Kings Crown Rewards Player Expression and Obsession

Podcast Episode · Decision Space · July 1 · 1h 48m

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Are any publishers taking Gen Con pitches and interested in seeing an area control game driven by a hand management action programming system with lots of opponent mind reading?

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Scott Snyder @ssnyder1835.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

ABSOLUTE BATMAN is going to be an animated series! Can’t even begin to tell you guys how excited Nick and I are to be working on this - so grateful to Warner Brothers animation and DC Studios!

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Pete @petewiss.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

On the new @decisionspace.bsky.social we dissect one of the most tagged mechanisms on BGG: hand management. (basically just an excuse for Brendan and I to geek out about card games) podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...

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Playing the Cards You're Dealt: The Joys of Hand Management (What We Talk About)

Podcast Episode · Decision Space · June 24 · 1h 15m

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Jon Perry @perryjon.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

For a while I've been noodling on a taxonomy of decision types. I'm not convinced it's fully baked, but I already have been using it successfully in my design process, so I thought I might share it here in its current form. At the moment there's 5 types.

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