RTS Masterminds

16/09/2024

The podcast is back! This time, we discussed the struggles of Stormgate, and whether it can live up to what was promised.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISl8fG_FROg

26/05/2024

Homeworld 3 was set up to be the most relevant RTS release of the year, and was highly anticipated - yet it has received cold reception. We discuss the game's strengths and issues in detail in this 1 hour long episode.

Homeworld 3 was set up to be the most relevant RTS release of the year, and was highly anticipated - yet it has received cold reception. We discuss the game'...

28/04/2024

Godsworn is an early access RTS mixing mythological fantasy with history, in the context of the northern crusades. In this episode of our podcast, we break down the game's systems and content, and discuss the pros and cons of the overall product.

Godsworn is an early access RTS mixing mythological fantasy with history, in the context of the northern crusades.In this episode of our podcast, we break do...

26/03/2024

New podcast episode! We discussed the costs of making an RTS game, in particular focusing on why Stormgate is so expensive to make. https://youtube.com/watch?v=YvAIrIS_hD0

16/10/2023

New Episode! We give our thoughts on several upcoming RTS games, such as Homeworld 3, ZeroSpace, Terminator: Dark Fate, and The Last Train Home.

We give our thoughts on several upcoming RTS games, such as Homeworld 3, ZeroSpace, Terminator: Dark Fate, and The Last Train Home. Support us on Patreon: ht...

16/06/2023

New podcast episode on Stormgate!
We discuss the units announced so far, the economy and more.
Check out what game industry professionals think:
https://youtu.be/tDt07oeNOhg

06/06/2023

🚀Introducing the RTS Masterminds Podcast!
🧠Join us for insights into the world of real-time strategy games.
✍️Your hosts? Wayward Strategy and Nakamura RTS!
👀We kick off with 2 episodes on our YouTube: https://youtube.com/



In our first episode, we discuss the importance of single player vs multiplayer in RTS games on a product level.

How to prioritize features? How do audiences interact with each? What are the essentials?

Find out these, and more: https://youtu.be/chHC30fBS_o

In our second episode, we discuss the challenges, merits, and possible future of Company of Heroes 3.

We discuss the good bones of the game, as well as the blunders reflected in user ratings, and how to bounce back from here.

https://youtu.be/VaR4iwGblcY

🔥More episodes coming soon, including one on StormGate after the gameplay reveal.

You will soon also be able to find our podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more!

Lastly, we are launching a Patreon, where you can gain ad-free access, unlock our private Discord, and take part in Q&As and of course recommend topics.

https://www.patreon.com/RTSMasterminds

A podcast about all things Real Time Strategy, by industry experts.Hosted by Balint "Nakamura RTS" Marczin & Brandon "Wayward Strategy" Casteel.Along with ke...