#48- Miniature Skirmish games - what are the commonalities and differences?

Twenty Minute Tabletop

Jan 07, 2025•33 min

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n the first 2025 episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop, hosts Tom and Kev discuss various miniature skirmish games, focusing on their thematic and mechanical similarities and differences. They touch upon genre theory by Steven Neil, emphasizing the balance of repetition and innovation in game genres. Kev elaborates on different movement systems across games like Kill Team, Malifaux, and Carnivale, and the introduction mechanics in starter sets. The discussion also covers how modern cultural changes influence game design and representation, highlighting the shift towards more inclusive and diverse miniatures. The episode concludes with the hosts answering listener queries, including a mention of the new game 'Trench Crusade'.

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