Patrick's Simulation Realities
“Patricks Simulation Realities” is the podcast for enthusiasts and professionals who live and breathe conflict simulations. Each episode dives into the complexities of game design, the stories behind historical conflict simulations, and the strategies that emerge from them. Whether you’re a player, designer, or just passionate about strategic depth, this podcast explores the intersection of history, theory, and gameplay, with a special focus on games from VUCA Simulations and behind-the-scenes insights from our designers and playtesters.
Episodes
In this engaging conversation, Fred Serval shares his journey from a background in political science and data to becoming a prominent game designer in the historical gaming community.
He discusses his experiences living in different countries, the importance of community and conventions in game design, and the challenges of balancing games statistically. Fred emphasizes the significance of historical context in game design and exp...
In this episode, Patrick interviews Greg Kuryłowicz, a passionate game designer from Poland, who shares his journey in the world of war games, particularly focusing on his upcoming game 'In Fours to Heaven', which portrays the Poland 1939 campaign. Greg discusses his background, the evolution of war gaming in Poland, his favorite games, and the inspirations behind his design. He delves into the historical context of the campaign, t...
In this episode, Patrick Gebhardt interviews Andoni Arriva, co-designer of the board game 'New Cold War'. They discuss Andoni's background, the inspiration behind the game, its mechanics, and the historical context it covers. The conversation also delves into the challenges of playtesting, language translation, and future projects related to the game.
In this inaugural episode of Patrick's Simulation Realities, host Patrick Gebhardt interviews game designer Yves Rettel, who shares his journey into the world of wargaming and game design. Yves discusses his early experiences with wargames, the development of his acclaimed game RedStrike, and the importance of community feedback in refining game mechanics. The conversation also touches on Yves' future projects, his participation in...
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