How to Playtest like a Pro with Rob Daviau

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How to Playtest like a Pro with Rob Daviau

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Sep 23, 2023

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In this episode, Rob Daviau and I chat about how to playtest, receive feedback, iterate, and playtest a whole lot more.
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Sep 23, 2023

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