Critical Moves Podcast - A YouTube Series

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Hi! We're launching a Strategy Gaming Podcast. It will be available on all podcasting services such as Apple, Spotify and Audible, but also on YouTube as a video series. Here's our teaser trailer:

 
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Last night we recorded our first episode and we have three recording sessions scheduled for this week. That will be four episodes ready to go in November.
 
This has been a journey. After three months of planning, recording, and learning the ropes, we’re proud to finally launch Critical Moves. There’s a lot of work behind this, and the entire team has put in the hours to make it happen. Every bit of effort has been worth it, and we couldn’t be happier with the result.

So if you’re a strategy game fan, dive in—give it a listen, subscribe, and let us know what you think. Join the conversation, throw in your perspectives, and get involved. This podcast is as much for you as it is for us.

You can find it on all your usual podcast services, Spotify, Apple, and it's also on YouTube!

 
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Episode 2 was released on Friday:

The RTS Renaissance: Is It Really Happening?In Episode 2 of Critical Moves, we explore the resurgence of real-time strategy games and whether we’re truly in the middle of an RTS renaissance. We discuss how modern RTS titles revitalized the genre and attracted new players and why indie developers are the salvation of real-time strategy.Key topics include:
  • The evolving mechanics and visuals that have made these newer games stand out.
  • How indie developers are keeping the genre alive with fresh ideas.
  • Whether nostalgia for classic RTS games plays a role in the resurgence, or if there’s a real innovation driving the trend.
We also debate if this uptick is a passing moment or the start of a new golden age for RTS games. As always, expect some differing opinions, a few rants, and a deep dive into what makes RTS games still relevant today.

 
In Episode 3 of Critical Moves, we dive into the ongoing debate between fun and realism in strategy games. We discuss how different games navigate this balance, what each approach brings to the table, and how it shapes the player experience.

Games covered include:
  • Realism-focused titles like War in the Pacific, Victoria 3, Crusader Kings, King’s Order, and Terra Invicta that push for historical or technical accuracy, offering complex, immersive simulations.
  • Fun-centric games like Heroes of Might and Magic, Rome: Total War, and Command & Conquer Generals, which focus on exciting gameplay mechanics over strict realism.
We discuss the pros and cons of each approach, why some players love hyper-realistic details while others prefer a streamlined experience, and the challenges developers face in finding a balance. Expect a lively conversation, some rants, and our own takes on what makes a strategy game truly memorable.

Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or search your alternative preferred podcast provider.

Ahh, we’re on YouTube too!

 
In Episode 4 of Critical Moves, we explore the evolution of the Total War series, charting its journey from historical epics to fantasy juggernauts and speculating on what’s next for the franchise. Games discussed include:
  • Early classics like Medieval: Total War and Rome: Total War, which set the foundation for the series’ unique blend of grand strategy and real-time battles.
  • Modern entries such as the Total War: Warhammer franchise and Empire: Total War, showcasing the series’ shift into fantasy and global conflicts.
  • Exciting possibilities for future titles, including fan-demanded settings like Star Wars, World War I, and even the grimdark universe of Warhammer 40K.
We reflect on the series’ impact, its ability to reinvent itself, and what Creative Assembly could do to keep the franchise fresh. Join us for a mix of nostalgia, critique, and wild speculation about the future of Total War.

Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or search your alternative preferred podcast provider.

Ahh, we’re on YouTube too!

 
In Episode 5 of Critical Moves, we pitch our ideal strategy games based on some of our favourite franchises. From galactic exploration to post-apocalyptic survival, we brainstorm how these universes could deliver unique and engaging strategy gameplay. Here’s a taste of what we came up with:
  • Bobiverse: A Stellaris-style grand strategy game, where you control a fleet of self-replicating probes exploring the cosmos.
  • War of the Worlds: An asymmetrical RTS pitting human resistance against a technologically superior Martian invasion.
  • G.I. Joe: A tactical XCOM-like game, commanding the Joes in high-stakes missions against Cobra.
  • Game of Thrones: A hybrid of Crusader Kings and Total War, blending political intrigue with large-scale warfare.
We dive deep into how these ideas could expand the strategy genre, with plenty of heated debates and more than a few laughs along the way.

Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or search your alternative preferred podcast provider.

Ahh, we’re on YouTube too!

 
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