Episode 86: Independence Day: James Naylor of Naylor Games (Magnate)

In this week's Independence Day episode Ben and Charlotte are joined by James Naylor of Naylor Games to talk about his current project, Magnate; the game that Monopoly wanted to be. They also share their fond memories of Monopoly and delve into the intriguing history of the game. As well as discussing how to manage realistic events in sensitive manner, prototype design and milestones in the manufacturing process, and James' convention playtest tour.

Also, Magnate: The Cumbernauld Expansion. You heard it here first folks!

 

James and Magnate will be at Tabletop Gaming Live this weekend, September 29th & 30th - be sure to check it out!

 

Happy Listening,

The Unlucky Frog Team

 

Honourable mentions: 

Holding On by Hub Games

Expandicity by Breaking Games

Kitty Cataclysm by Stuff by Bez

Tabletop Gaming Live

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Links

Magnate Blog: https://naylorgames.com/2018/06/14/introducing-magnate/

Board Game Geek: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/258242/magnate-first-city

Naylor Games Blog: https://naylorgames.com/

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Credits

Presented by Ben Porter and Charlotte Porter

Guest Appearance by James Naylor

Post Production by Charlotte Porter

Episode Artwork by Charlotte Porter

Recorded using SquadCast.fm