Episode 223 - Chronoverse Labs & Flash Point: Golden State Heroes

In this episode of the Game Schooler podcast, Doug and Michael hosts a discussion with the design team behind Flash Point Legacy and Flash Point: Golden State Heroes, known as Cronoverse Labs. The team of Kevin Rodgers, Chris Leder, and Ken Franklin shares their origin story, the dynamics of co-designing games, and the creative process that leads to fun game design. They delve into the evolution of Flash Point, the challenges of legacy game design, and their interactions with the Flash Point community. The conversation also introduces the new Golden State Heroes game and its innovative Ignition System, while emphasizing the importance of honoring the firefighting community. The episode concludes with reflections on what makes tabletop gaming enjoyable and the significance of shared experiences around the table.Back the project here - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ibcgames/flash-point-golden-state00:00 - Introduction to Chronoverse Labs03:53 - The Origins of Game Design Collaboration06:50 - The Dynamics of Co-Designing Games09:57 - Navigating Creative Differences12:47 - Defining Fun in Game Design15:51 - The Evolution of Flash Point18:50 - Designing Legacy Games vs. Standard Games21:46 - Engaging with the Flash Point Community24:57 - Expanding the Flash Point Universe27:40 - Introducing Golden State Heroes30:46 - The Ignition System Explained33:55 - Campaign vs. Legacy in Game Design38:18 - Understanding the Call Guide40:17 - Legacy and Ignition Series Explained41:11 - Kickstarter Campaign Insights42:35 - Future of Flash Point Series43:46 - Reaching New Audiences45:32 - The Simplicity of Flash Point47:47 - Honoring the Firefighting Community50:43 - Balancing Fun and Realism53:38 - Dedication to First Responders55:23 - The Heart of Tabletop Gaming