Step It Up With WalkScape
Walking can be exciting in tabletop and computer RPGs – it could lead to treasure, hidden dungeons, bustling towns, ancient ruins, or other surprises. Unfortunately, walking in real life doesn't usually hold the same thrill. That's why I was so excited when I discovered an app that uses your step...
My Favorite Band Is Herrerasaurus
Herrerasaurus is a lesbian folk-pop duo – two moonlighting science communicators, characterized by tight vocal harmonies and a quirky-yet-sentimental songwriting style. In addition to their growing catalog of originals, they've got an eclectic cover repertoire; you're equally likely to hear them play the Everly Brothers or a Scottish folk ballad....
Edible Melee
Winter is prime cookie baking season. And when people like us get together, gaming happens. So why not combine the two? First, you'll need a copy of Melee. If you don't happen to have it (you should!) Steve Jackson Games has the PDF available for free on Warehouse 23....
INWO In Japan
"Pix or it didn't happen!" It happened. Here are our shiny new copies of the Japanese editions of INWO and The INWO Book. This edition was published by Asukashinsha, with rights arranged through Japan Uni Agency. And it looks amazing! -- Steve Jackson
Diamond Bankruptcy: We Are Clear
Several of you have asked whether SJ Games was impacted when Diamond Comics filed for bankruptcy. The short answer is no. Obviously the whole industry is shaken when a large player falls, but we were not a Diamond creditor. We do a great deal of business with their subsidiary, Alliance...
What's In A Game?
Have you ever thought about how many different talents go into making your favorite games? The skillset that can devise and develop different gameplay options is subtly different from the skills that go into writing or editing them. Playtesters (and those who wrangle those comments) check that the games make...
Explore The History Of The UK Video Games Industry With Kim Justice
When I was a child, I always assumed that video games came from either Japan or the United States. I had no idea that there was a huge video game industry across the pond, ranging from bedroom coders to major players. I've been spending these cold winter days catching up...
Help Out Rodger MacGowan!
Rodger B. MacGowan is one of the most skilled and prolific cover artists that the boardgaming hobby has ever seen. He founded Fire & Movement Magazine and, later, C3i Magazine. He is a member of the Origins Hall of Fame. And, at the moment, he is practically a refugee. Rodger's...