Podcast
PolyCast
Hosted by Civilized Communication (http://civcomm.net) · EN
PolyCast is made up of a bi-weekly, monthly, two bi-monthly and a recurring Civilization podcast. PolyCast with co-hosts DanQ, Makahlua, TheMeInTeam and qnl cover game strategy; RevCast with co-hosts elthrasher, dukeblue1987, ScottieX and REDAF cover Civ on consoles; SCivCast with co-hosts Methos and AlphaShard cover Civ on social media; TurnCast with players DanQ, Michael Lucas-Smith, Makahlua and TheMeInTeam cover Civ multiplay; and ModCast with co-hosts GarretSidzaka, Impaler[WrG], Locutus and Maniac cover Civ modding. Entertaining and informing Civ.
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PolyCast #146: Forest for the Trees
May 12, 201200:59:59Tap to summarizeIn the 'Senate' (03m22s), comparing the merits of promotions for Galleys, and a generalized 'to do' list in the early game, both for Civilization IV. In 'Forum Talk' (15m40s), considering the possibility of a demo for the Civilization V expansion pack Gods and Kings, as well as the most anticipated scenario(s) from it. Next in the 'Research Lab' (24m40s), contrasting the Scout unit in CivIV and CivV in the context of revising its promotion capabilities. Then under 'Miscellaneous' (31m20s), on the implications for CivV's game mechanics from the upcoming GaK expansion, ethics and legalities of Civilization's developer and publisher incorporating community-generated MODs into the base game (47m49s; recorded for Episode 122), playing CivV without any Victory Conditions (50m18s; recorded for Episode 124), and how to keep CivIV interesting after all these years since its release (52m02s; recorded for Episode 134).
Transcribe →RevCast #40: The Nitty Gritty
May 5, 201200:29:59Tap to summarizeIn the first topic (02m19s), an update on a number of tournaments recently concluded, in-progress and up-and-coming for Civilization: Revolution. In the second topic (05m00s), the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to Wonders of the World in the game throughout all its eras. Then in the third topic (21m58s), reflecting on the continued draw and future prospect for CivRev's longevity in the video gaming community.
Transcribe →PolyCast #145: Being Pedantic
Apr 28, 201200:59:59Tap to summarizeIn the 'News (01m40s), breaking down the Civilization V: Gods and Kings playthrough show at PAX East 2012 a couple of weeks prior. Under the 'Open Mic' (41m53s), verbal feedback emailed in from a listener that expands on their forum post in response to a topic discussed last episode. Then under 'Miscellaneous' (47m35s), strengths, weaknesses and next steps for a survey to serve as the basis for a university dissertation connecting interest in Ancient Egypt and video games.
Transcribe →SCivCast #02: Socially Complex
Apr 21, 201200:17:00Tap to summarizeIn the first topic (03m55s), for new players to Civilization: World, getting oriented and then getting settled. In the second topic (09m44s), the role barbarians play in the game between themselves and players, and between players themselves. Next in the third topic (14m16s), on the ability to jump from civilization to civilization, the value of 5-minute "trickles" and moderating harvest levels in CivWorld. Then in the fourth topic (17m35s), reasons to play the game other than to win.
Transcribe →PolyCast #144: Too Long Didn't Listen
Apr 14, 201200:59:59Tap to summarizeIn the 'News' (01m36s), on the first of Civilization V: Gods and Kings' presence at PAX East 2012, as well as its announced release date. In 'Forum Talk' (34m00s), an analysis of the 'CIV5Worlds.xml' file catches the panel's attention. Next in the 'Senate' (41m27s), the connection between Great Scientists, bulbing for research and the Fishing technology is scruitinized in Civilization IV (recorded for Episode 134). Then under 'Miscellaneous' (43m06s), a collection of saves for instant CivV achievement gratification draws ire, while an April Fool's Joke for its Gods and Kings expansion generates buzz (53m02s).
Transcribe →TurnCast #17: Every Combination of Word
Apr 7, 201200:09:59Tap to summarizeThere's a song for that. Snippets from assorted co-operative multiplayer games including: cross communication; shades of orange; attire messages; patience payoff; and parental failure.
Transcribe →PolyCast #143: Don't Mistake Cause and Effect
Mar 31, 201200:59:59Tap to summarizeIn the 'Senate' (01m11s), treating a self-diagnosed 'irrational fear' of technological inferiority, and tips for co-operative multiplay (18m16s) -- both for Civilization IV, with extension to consider CivV on comparable terms. Next under 'Miscellaneous' (33m17s), getting in on an argument that Downloadable Content (DLC) for Civilization V has been 'done right'. Then in an 'Interview' (42m09s), chatting with the person behind a newer series of CivV 'Let's Plays', and looking back on the efforts of another such creator (49m56s; recorded for Episode 114).
Transcribe →RevCast #39: Here's the Thing
Mar 24, 201200:29:59Tap to summarizeIn the first topic (02m40s), an in-depth consideration of how to best play the first 20 turns of a Civilization: Revolution game. Next in the second topic (14m56s), focusing on the goals and crucial timing of how many turns after a game has begun before one settles their capital city. Then in the third topic (20m39s), progressing beyond CivRev's first 20 turns of a game towards victory.
Transcribe →PolyCast #142: Intestinal Fortitude
Mar 17, 201200:59:59Tap to summarizeUnder 'Miscellaneous' (01m22s), on which Wonders of the World have been seen in 'real life'. In the 'News' (06m24s), pouring over continuing developments on the upcoming Civilization V expansion pack, Gods and Kings. Next in 'Forum Talk (13m40s), evaluating the viability of adding corporations and debating the value of advisors (22m02s), both in Civilization V; next, adding to advice for playing a One City Challenge (OCC) in Civilization IV (31m16s) and then back to CivV to assess the need for being able to see rival civilization's technology tree progress (37m34s). In the 'Senate' (43m06s), demystifying the link between gifting cities and stealing technologies easier through espionage in CivIV. Then in the 'Research Lab' (46m40s), what of a place for Chemical and/or Biological warfare in the Civilization series.
Transcribe →TurnCast #16: Actually How It Happens
Mar 10, 201200:09:59Tap to summarizeTo the victors go the spoils. Snippets from assorted co-operative multiplayer games including: scary threats; matching number to personality; favourite phrases; smooth moves; and silence is golden.
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