Interview Special 02: David Thompson

I’ve got a special treat for you The Cabal today: one of the most respected board game designers working today, and a true OG Cabalist, David Thompson! You know Dave from his work on the Undaunted series, War Chest, Sniper Elite: The Board Game, Resist!, The Valiant Defense series, and many others. Today, Dave and I talked about his origin story as a gamer, tabletop role-playing games, how he got his start in board game design, his design process, his collaborations with other designers, and much, much more. It’s a great conversation, and I hope you all enjoy it!

Just a Few of Dave’s Notable Games

Media Producers Recommended by Dave

Matthew Dunstan on YouTube.
Videos to help budding game designers get their start. Find Matthew’s channel here.

Mike at the Zilla Blitz YouTube Channel
If you like tabletop and PC wargames, this is a channel for you! I focus on first look vides, gameplay videos, and reviews. Find Mike’s Channel Here

Liz Davidson and the Beyond Solitaire Podcast
A podcast all about going not just Beyond Solitaire, but beyond the board! Join your host, Liz Davidson, for interviews that touch on gaming history, historical games, and the cultural significance of the games we play. Find Liz’s Podcast Here

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