In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss Helldivers II from Arrowhead Game Studios. We break down:

• The core combat system
• Places we’ve been and our favorite enemies
• Progression systems

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In this episode, we discuss deckbuilding board games. We explain the core mechanic and variations on it, along with some of our favorite titles.

Episode guide:

• 13:35 - What is a Deckbuilder?

• 25:58 - Victory Point/Optimization Deckbuilders

• 33:23 - Direct Conflict Deckbuilders

• 40:42 - Hybrid Games

• 52:36 - Cooperative Narrative Deckbuilders

• 1:04:01 - Our Preferences: Optimization vs. Tactical

• 1:05:57 - Optimal Player Counts

• 1:14:08 - Market Styles: Fixed, Variable and Random

• 1:23:09 - How Much Randomness is Too Much

• 1:26:47 - Where Do Deckbuilders Have More Potential: Board or Video Games

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In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Final Fantasy Tactics from Square Enix. We break down:

• Is the job system still the GOAT?
• Our favorite additions to the formula
• Our thoughts on the overall cast
• Final impressions of the stort

OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion!

Premier Health presents Outside is Overrated.