Link to the Show / Show NotesAn exclusive chat with Soren Johnson! Starting off (02m55s), his gaming career to date: what led him into the industry, the Civilization III catalyst and the evolution of modding in the series. Then (18m43s), what does it take to be a driving force in the game industry? What follows (24m33s) is considering Spore, the 'one big mod' experience including its expansion pack, and whether this is a reflection of modding going mainstream into gaming. Next (35m13s) is the uncertain future for strategy gaming -- the need to break the existing mold. Finally (38m03s), focus on Johnson's open-beta gaming project, Strategy Station, and some unfinished business between CivIII and Civilization IV.

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