In this episode we talk about the GIPF series of abstract games with our special guest Joe Gola. We get into general strategies for each of the games, and discuss issues such as balance and tension as it relates to each game.
As usual, our discussion assumes that you are already familiar with the games, so if you aren't, head over to BoardGameGeek and check them out there first. The Abstract Gamer podcast also has nice introductory episodes on YINSH and GIPF.
Jay is off this episode, but look for all three of The Metagamers to return to form in the next one.
Hosts
Jim Cote (ekted)
Mark Haberman (habermanm)
Joe Gola (Gola)
Index
00:00 Intro
00:32 Contest Winner / New Contest
02:52 Unity Games
03:23 GIPF
14:45 TAMSK
21:36 ZERTZ
25:23 DVONN
36:48 YINSH
46:13 PUNCT
57:44 Wrap Up
63:22 Outro
Games Mentioned
Main Segment: GIPF, Abalone, TAMSK, Space Dealer, ZERTZ, Dots and Boxes, Samurai, DVONN, Fjords, YINSH, PUNCT
Links
Abstract Gamer Podcast
Play YINSH Online
Play PUNCT Online
Boîte à jeux
Boardspace
GIPF image by fehrmeister
