Vox Republica 102: Gaming On A Budget

Episode 102: Gaming On A Budget

Length: 25:23

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DESCRIPTION: These days, you can't turn a corner before hearing about some great new game title, but most of us can't simply buy every single one that catches our interest. Luckily there are alternatives. Erin and Ryan talk about how to find games when you're on a tight budget.

GUEST: None

RECENTLY PLAYED GAMES:

Vault Wars by Floodgate Games Star Trek: Five Year Mission by Mayfair Games New York 1901 by Blue Orange Games

QUICK TOPICS:

Game conventions and gaming news used to go hand-in-hand. Not anymore. We reflect on why this has happened and why it may actually be a good thing overall.

FEATURED TOPIC:

Compared to most hobbies, board gaming is fairly cheap, but it can still add up. We explore ways you can play and attain games without breaking the bank, including: Sales, auctions, thrift stores, and to a lesser extent, conventions Game trades, swaps, and shared libraries Game Crafter, Print on Demand, and Print-and-Play sites Giveaways and contests And more!

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Audio Credits: Intro music track is "Swing!" by Bargo!, used under Creative Commons license.