Iain McAllister
Game writer, freelance critic, and podcaster. Writer for Tabletop Gaming Magzine. Host of Cult of the Old and But Why Vikings? Find all my work here linktr.ee/thegiantbrain
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- Slugblaster is a an absolutely fantastic game and you can get it and a bunch of other games and supplements in this bundle. itch.io/b/3496/slugb... Check out my review if you want the skinny giantbrain.co.uk/2025/04/12/s...
- Star Vaders is in Humble Bundle this week. I loved it. You can read all about it. giantbrain.co.uk/2025/06/13/s...
- All good things must come to an end. It's been a pleasure and a privilege to work with excellent folk and speak to fascinating people in the industry over the years.
- It's the very last episode of Brainwaves and its a special hosted by @werenotwizards.com and featuring all the hosts from over the years the show has been running. Listen in as we reminisce on the past and speculate on the future of games journalism. giantbrain.co.uk/2026/02/02/b...
- This is a great thread from Tim on how graphic design and layout can speak to your readers.
- Reposted by Iain McAllisterIn celebration of the imminent Blades ‘68 campaign, I thought I’d talk a bit about its graphic design. BUT FIRST let’s compare and contrast with the graphic design of Blades in the Dark, a landmark in the history of RPG layout. Type nerdery ahoy 🧐
- Reposted by Iain McAllisterTODAY IS THE DAY! Just THREE HOURS until the launch of the campaign for Rise, Wizards! By @captainkrail.bsky.social and All’s Fair by @superdillin.bsky.social
- It's the very last episode of Brainwaves and its a special hosted by @werenotwizards.com and featuring all the hosts from over the years the show has been running. Listen in as we reminisce on the past and speculate on the future of games journalism. giantbrain.co.uk/2026/02/02/b...
- Reposted by Iain McAllisterLess than one week until the campaign for Rise, Wizards! by @captainkrail.bsky.social & All's Fair by @superdillin.bsky.social launches on BackerKit! Have you pre-saved??
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- Reposted by Iain McAllisterGet this occult action thriller ttRPG for 1-7 people. Perfect if you enjoy playing powerful undead revenants embroiled in breakneck action, interpersonal drama, and occult investigation. Soundtrack by @mollynoise.bsky.social and human-made art by @stregawolf.art. Jump in now for early bird deals!
- I finished reading this recently. It's a fascinating insight into how gamification can capture us, and the benefits and drawbacks of the larger systems we are all.subject to. Written by @add-hawk.bsky.social and published by @penguinpress.bsky.social
- Latest Newsletter is out now with a larger than normal industry news section amongst all the highlights of games I have been playing and other work I think you should check out. Behind the Scenes for paid patrons only but the rest is for all members including free www.patreon.com/posts/januar...
- "But Why Vikings?" is a tabletop agony aunt column I do with @ava.foxfort.net and @timclare.bsky.social. We need your engagement to keep it running. Got questions about etiquette at the table? Philosophy of play? The best game to fit in pockets? Send them our way! podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/b...
- My top 9 in January. Ask me anything. Review of Flip 7 out today. Newsletter out tomorrow as well. Sign up to my Patreon for free to get access. www.patreon.com/thegiantbrai...
- Get your tickets for the Pub Quiz I am running at TTGM Live at Doncaster Racecourse over Valentine's weekend. Going to be a blast! www.tabletopgaming.co.uk/events/table...
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- Sometimes simple games get to our tables more often and Flip 7 is one of those for me. Nothing wrong with giving games like this a properp critical shake. giantbrain.co.uk/2026/01/31/f...
- This has been great fun. Thoroughly recommend and also check out Tim's free writing courses that he released as a podcast.
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- I put out a piece at the start of the year trying to bring attention to some of the shortcomings I find in RPGs when it comes to the route to actually getting them played. #selfpromosaturday giantbrain.co.uk/2026/01/07/r...
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- Reposted by Iain McAllisterThe Bloggies 2026 submissions are closing this Saturday night! Please submit your favorite blog posts, blog series, and newcomers on this year's official web page: www.explorersdesign.com/bloggies-2026/ (And please, share this far and wide 🙏)
- Running some Break!! tonight for review for TTGM.
- Am I an influencer now?
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- Reposted by Iain McAllisterFor those who can, here are links to donate directly to local efforts on the ground resisting ICE's terrorizing of Minneapolis. Let me know what you donated to where, and I'll match it until I get a panicked call from my bank! linktr.ee/mplsmutualaid
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Why We Fight's designer believes RPGs can teach players how to put their politics into direct, radical action, even if the steps between tables and communities aren't so clear. - Reposted by Iain McAllister[Not loaded yet]
- I am thinking about getting some new hardware for having RPG pdfs at the gaming table. Anyone got recommendations? I am looking at a kobo libra colour but not sure it would be large enough?
- New review out today of Hades 2 from @supergiantgames.bsky.social giantbrain.co.uk/2026/01/24/s...
- Have you been enjoying But Why Vikings? Could you give us a rating on itunes to help us out? Other podcast platforms also useful! Also send us your tabletop questions. No question is too weird, esoteric, or straightforward for us. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/b...
- I'm going to be at Tabletop Gaming Live this year. I am running the pub quiz alongside Flavien from @hachettebguk.bsky.social and taking part in my first live actual play! Who is going? What should I play? Hit me with your recommendations. www.tabletopgaming.co.uk/tabletop-gam...
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