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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Bill Corey talk about games they've played including:


You can get a discount on Zencastr.com with key word ONBOARDGAMES

(21:08) Next, they talk about innovation vs. iteration in game design and its impacts.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk about games they've played including:

  • Magical Kitties Save the Day
  • Rising Sun
  • Forest Shuffle
  • Captain Sonar


(14:54) Next, they talk about getting your players to be engaged with your RPG campaign.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Bruce are joined by Shawn Hoult from Allies or Enemies to talk about games they've played including:

  • Ice Cool
  • Rhino Hero
  • Binho
  • Camp Grizzly
  • Mythwind
  • Ready Set Bet


Allies or Enemies YouTube Channel

(23:43) Next, they talk about games from their youth and what it is about them they remember most.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik is joined by Don and Bruce to talk about games they've played including:

  • Return to Dark Tower RPG
  • Ghostbusters RPG
  • Draft Duel
  • Imperial
  • The Patriot
  • Sushi Boat
  • Tiny Epic Cthulhu
  • Blood on the Clocktower


Next, they talk about what they they will play or what they are interested in 2024.

 

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik is joined by Level Up Board Game Podcast host Patrick Hepner to talk about games they've played including:

  • ISS Vanguard
  • Frost Punk
  • Obsession
  • Thunder Road Vendetta


(29:06) Next, they talk about how to choose what game to play next at game night.

Link to Erik's game menu.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik is joined by Grand Gamers Guild folk Marc Specter and Glenn Glaherty to talk about games they've played including:

  • Leaf
  • The Artemis Project
  • Byline
  • Aleph Null
  • Friday
  • Decrypto
  • Sandwiches and City of Gangsters (prototypes)
  • Shadow Kingdoms of Valeria
  • The Artemis Odyssey


(21:07) Next, the three talk about how to market boardgames.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Kathleen talk about games they've played including:

  • Parade
  • Run
  • Fugitive
  • Challengers


(15:34) Next, the two talk about Kathleen's experiences at BGG Con.

http://handgames21.com/

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk about games they've played and Erik's experience at BGG.Con 2023. Games talked about include:

  • Sky Team
  • Horrified Greek Monsters
  • Pirate Borg
  • Farflung
  • Blood on the Clocktower
  • War of the Ring
  • War of the Ring the card game
  • Stranger Things
  • Artemis Odyssey
  • Merchants of Magick
  • Quartermaster General


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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don are joined by Joe Slack from Board Game Design Course to talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

  • Planet Unkown
  • Dark Tower Covenant
  • Silent Death
  • Monster of the Week
  • Mille Fiore
  • Cleopatra and the Society of Architects


Mayan Curse Kickstarter

(20:23) Then they talk about games with tactile components and its impacts.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik is joined by Ace Ellett from Bluefish Games to talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

  • Sky Team
  • Fugitive 2nd edition
  • Lost in the Shuffle
  • Endangered
  • Puzzled Pint
  • Dash


(19:09) Then they talk about games that can only be played once and the implications that has.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Bruce talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

  • Spy Car Escape
  • Head Trip
  • Dice Forge
  • Rattlebones
  • Hoopla


(30:45) Then they talk about games with large groups, from 10 - 1000. What works, what are some design thoughts, and how to keep that many people entertained.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk with Jay Cormier about games they've played lately and other things including:

  • Gaslands
  • Silent Death
  • Mr. President
  • Indiana Jones: The Sands of Adventure
  • Monster of the week


Fail Faster website

 
Design Destiny Kickstarter

 

Scott Nicholson's Introspective video about Design Destiny

 

(15:08) Then they talk about the "fail faster" concept in game design and the tools Jay has designed to help with that.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Kathleen talk with Bez about games they've played lately and other things including:

  • The Crew
  • Mr. President
  • Connect Four Spin
  • We Love Katmari

Stuff by Bez website

 

Endangered: American Red Wolves and Endangered Rescue Kickstarter

 

(29:40) Then they talk about incorporating the human element in games.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Bruce talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

  • Thunder Road Vendetta
  • Mr. President

 

(22:35) Then they talk quirky games and what they bring to the table.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Kathleen talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

  • Final Girl
  • Chicken!
  • Whale to Look
  • Nine Tiles Panic
  • Skyteam
  • The Game: Face to Face
  • Search for Planet X

 

(14:28) Then they talk what Kathleen's experience at GenCon, UKGE, and other cons.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

 

(35:45) Then they talk what makes the weight of a game and when does it go from medium to heavy.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik is joined by Sen-Foong Lim and Banana Chan to talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

 

(15:00) Then they talk all about time travel in games, especially RPGs.

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On this episode of On Board Games Don and Erik are joined by Marc Specter of the Grand Gamers Guild to talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

  • Renegade Games
  • Good Omens: an Ineffable Game
  • Magic: The Gathering
  • Great Excavations
  • Maximum Apocalypse

 

(18:55) Then they talk all about Grand Gamers Guild's Origins experience.

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On this episode of On Board Games Don and Erik talk about games they've played lately and other things including:

 

(27:00) Then they talk all about RPG game design considerations.

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On this episode of On Board Games Don and Eriktalk about games they've played lately including:

 

(17:20) Then they talk all about game-adjacent products that either do or should exist.

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On this episode of On Board Games Don, Erik,  and Bruce talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Renegade Games upcoming Good Omens game
  • Thunder Road
  • Final Girl
  • Paint Pal Studio
  • Steam Up
  • Jackbox 9

 

(18:32) Then they talk AI in game design both ethically and practically.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Bruce talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Mia and the Dragon Princess
  • MLB the Show
  • Ready Set Bet
  • Monopoly the Pizza edition and Monopoly Millenium
  • Roll and Rock
  • Wavelength

 

(26:35) Then they talk about Bruce's recent visit to UnPub; what to expect and what it is like.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Black Sonata
  • Catan
  • Micro Macro: Crime City All In
  • Puzzlewelt
  • Final Girl

 

(25:11) Then they talk about Klaus Teuber, his games, his legacy, and of course, Catan.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk with Jason Washburn from Gamelyn Games about games they've played lately including:

  • Scarface 1920
  • Blood on the Clock Tower
  • Oathsworn
  • ISS Vanguard
  • Tir Na Nog
  • Ready Set Bet

 

Check out the Last Kingdom Kickstarter, going until April 14th https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/coe/the-last-kingdom-board-game/description

 

(22:28) Then they talk working on a licensed board game.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk with Nick Ferris about games they've played lately including:

  • Flamecraft
  • The Pharoah's Challenge at ShushCON
  • Everdell
  • Randomized Zelda

 

Check out the Tir Na Nog Kickstarter, going live March 28 https://gamefound.com/projects/grand-gamers-guild/tir-na-nog-between-worlds

 

(18:32) Then they talk about what a cultural consultant is and how it impacts board game design.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Viticulture
  • 5 Parsecs from Home
  • Valor RPG

 

(11:21) Then Erik and Don take a look at how to run and what to experience in a smaller con.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik, Don, and Bruce talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Santorini New York
  • Brindlewood Bay
  • Ten Dates
  • Tir Na Nog

(30:11) Then, Jennifer Kitzman, customer service for Slugfest Games, joins Donald to talk about Dungeon Decorators, Red Dragon Inn 9 and how you keep a game fresh after 9 installments. Check out the Red Dragon Inn 9 Kickstarter. 

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/slugfestgames/the-red-dragon-inn-9-the-undercity

 

(56:17) Lastly, Erik, Don, and Bruce take a look at point scoring systems in games and the effect they have both psychologically and on the game itself.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Betrayal at Baldur's Gate/House on the Hill
  • Echoes
  • Escapewelt
  • Viticulture
  • Endeavor Deap Sea preview

(22:03) Then the two talk about the recent issue from WotC regarding the D&D OGL.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Bill Corey talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Ark Nova
  • Marvel Champions
  • Luck be a Landlord
  • Return to Dark Tower
  • ISS Vanguard
  • Gen 7

(25:16) Then the two talk about video games that are like boardgames.

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On this episode of On Board Games Donald is joined by Kevin Carpenter of AWD Loot and the Rolling in the Mist podcast. They talk about the City of Mist RPG, GMing, and other RPG stuff.

Kevin Carpenter - https://kevincarpenter.squarespace.com/   

AWD Loot -https://www.youtube.com/@AWDLoot 

Son of Oak - City of Mist website - https://cityofmist.co/ 

City of Mist Discord - https://discord.gg/dmNWemgg3x 

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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don are joined by John Wick to talk about some games we played including:

  • Marvel Multiverse RPG
  • City of Mist

John Wick: https://www.patreon.com/thejohnwick and https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPyPASGalHol_kq8J8ldG7w

And then we dive into the 31 day character challenge and discuss characters in RPGs in general.

NSFW: Link to the F'n D&D: https://i.4pcdn.org/tg/1576414760360.pdf

And a big thank you to all of our listeners for these past 500+ episodes.

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In this third very special episode of On Board Games, we continue to celebrate 500+ episodes of gaming goodness.

We talk to or hear from:

(2:18) Marc Specter from Grand Gamers Guild

(22:30) Stephanie Frey

(41:55) Bill Corey

And a big thank you to all of our listeners for these past 500+ episodes.

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In this very special episode of On Board Games, continue to celebrate 500+ episodes of gaming goodness.

But first, Don and Erik talk about:

We talk to or hear from:

(33:37) Stephen Buonocore, the Podfather of Gaming

(57:07) The Swarmcast

(59:44) Giles Pritchard

And a big thank you to all of our listeners for these past 500+ episodes.

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In this very special episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik take some time to celebrate 500+ episodes of gaming goodness.

We talk to or hear from:

(2:00) Scott Nicholson

(26:38) Stephen from the Spiel

(27:47) Eric Summerer

(43:35) Kathleen Mercury

(47:44) Michael Coe from Gamelyn Games

And a big thank you to all of our listeners for these past 500 episodes.

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Direct download: obg500_112122.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk about games they've played lately, including:
 
  • Agents of SMERSH the Epic Edition
  • Oathsworn
  • The Pumpkin Problem
  • ISS Vanguard
 
(26:35) Then, they reflect on the past 16 years of broadcasting and changes in the game industry.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with The Podfather of Gaming himself, Stephen Buonocore about games they've played lately, including:
 
 
(29:19) Then, they talk about the World Series of Boardgaming (promo code: podfather) and this year's Essen game fair.
 
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Direct download: obg498_102422.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk with Joe Slack about games they've played lately, including:
 
  • Friday
  • Dungeon World
  • GI Joe Deck Builder: Shadow of the Serpent
  • Gloomhaven App
  • Steampunk Rally
  • Vampire The Masquerade Rivals: Heart of Europe
  • The Birthday Burglar
 
14 Frantic Minutes Kickstarter
 
(18:27) Then, they talk designing games that play in real-time.
 
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Direct download: obg497_101022.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don are joined by Jon Maness to review a whole bunch of games including:
  • Welcome To...
  • The House of Wisdom - https://unclezezzeac.games/the-house-of-wisdom
  • Costume Party Detective/Assassin
  • Dungeon Mayhem
  • Dungeon Party
  • Vampire: The Masquerade - Rivals : Shadows and Shrouds
  • Anchorman
  • Trogdor
  • Monster Crunch
  • Oathsworn
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Laurie Blake from No Rolls Barred about games they've played lately, including:

  • Wonderland's War
  • Return to Dark Tower
  • Bristol 1350
  • Black Death
 
No Rolls Barred
 
(26:36) Then, they talk about color commentary in games like Blood on the Clocktower.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Isaac  talk about games they've played lately, including:

  • My Fathers Work
  • GI Joe Deckbuilder
  • The future of legacy games
 
(17:25) Then, they talk what steps to take when you are ready to start physically designing your game.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik is joined by Robert Searing to  talk about games they've played lately, including:

  • Outer Rim
  • Funkos new Jurrasic Park game
  • Chronicles of Avel
  • The Librarians card game
  • Agents of SMERSH
  • Secrets of the Lost Station
  • Vampire the Masquerade: Rivals
 
Robert Searing
https://www.inserthere.me/
 
(21:14) Then, they talk about Robert's trip to this year's GenCon.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk about games they've played lately, including:

  • Exit Orient Express
  • GI Joe RPG
  • Gravwell
  • Burgle Bros
  • Erik's results with storing games with the Bin Packing Problem
 
(11:52) Then, they talk about issues in their gaming group and possible solutions.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik is joined by Reed Little to talk about games they've played lately, including:

 
(14:27) Then, they take a look at super hero RPGs. The history, the difference between them and other RPGs, and what they look for in one.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Isaac talk with Nikhil Puhrasher bout games they've played lately, including:

  • Aquatica
  • Tapestry
  • Spirit Island: Jagged Earth
  • Foundations of Rome
  • Return to Dark Tower
  • Ark Nova
Website boardgamethinking.com or email him at
 
(22:45) Then, they dive deeply into aspects of board game design.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don, Erik, and Bruce talk about games they've played lately, including:

 
(33:46) Then, they dive into what is fun and what makes board games fun.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk about games they've played lately, including:

 
(24:52) Then, they talk about mystery in board games.
 
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Direct download: obg488_060622.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik are joined by Michael Coe from Gamelyn Games to talk about games they've played lately, including:

  • Gizmos
  • The Boys: This is Gonna Hurt
  • Time Stories: Madame
  • The King is Dead
  • Cartographers
  • The GI Joe RPG from Renegade Games
  • Satelites and Commanders for the Artemis Project
 
Tiny Epic Vikings on Kickstarter
 
(18:56) Then, the three talk about Tiny Epic Vikings, how Kickstarter has changed over the years, and of course, shipping.
 
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Direct download: obg487_052322.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik is joined by Steven Mount to talk about games they've played lately, including:
  • Return to Dark Tower
  • This Didn't Happen (Kickstarter coming in June)
  • Evil Genius's upcoming take on d20 Modern with many IPs
  • A quick detour about Highlander
  • Bohnanza
  • Architects of the West Kingdom
 
(19:13) Erik and Steven talk about how to introduce people to boardgames and give a plethora of game recommendations.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk about games they've played lately, including:
  • Corsairs
  • Discuss upcoming expansions to the GI Joe Deckbuilder and Star Wars Outer Rim
  • Time Breaker
  • The Tea Dragon Society
  • Return to Dark Tower
 
(20:13) Erik and Don talk about how to get started painting minitaures, the amazingness that is Army Painter Speedpaints, and options when you just want the painting done quickly.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg485_042522.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don review a bunch of games:
  • Heul Doch MauMau
  • Nemesis Lockdown
  • Unlock: The Nautilus Traps
  • Pan Am
  • L.L.A.M.A.
  • Blood on the Clocktower
  • Dune Betrayal
  • Draftosaurus
  • Return to Dark Tower
  • Marvel United
 
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Direct download: obg484_041122.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Stephanie Straw are joined by Joe Slack from Board Game Design Course to talk about what they've played/done lately including:
  • Living Forest
  • Cytosis
  • Ark Nova
  • Pan Am
  • Voyages
  • Spacebase
 
Joe Slack can be found at https://boardgamedesigncourse.com/
 
 
(22:15) Next, the three discuss careers in the gaming industry. What jobs there are and how to get them.
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don, Erik are joined by Marc Specter from Grand Gamers Guild to talk about what they've played/done lately including:
  • Tir Na Nog
  • Box One
  • Spiel Presents "Made for Play"
  • Everdell
  • Belgium Beer Race
 
Great news! ShushCon is coming up: http://shushcon.com/
 
(21:13) Next, they talk about things they've tried related to gaming including:

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Direct download: obg482_031422.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don, Erik and Stephen Hanan talk about what they've played/done lately including:
  • Payday
  • Frost Haven
  • Inscription
  • Nemesis Lockdown
  • Mystery Dice Kickstarter
  • Merchants & Maruaders
  • Star Trek Panic
  • Tiny Epic Dungeons
 
Great news! ShushCon is coming up: http://shushcon.com/
 
(19:27) Next, they talk about how to start playing RPGs.
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Direct download: obg481_022822.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Isaac, Don and Erik talk about what they've played/done lately including:
  • OBG's upcoming AMA on r/Boardgames on Reddit. February 15th 1pm CST
  • My City
  • Nemesis Lockdown
  • A discussion about stove top burners
  • 3D puzzles
  • Lego Netflix aka brickloot.com
  • Inscription

(20:50) Next, they talk about Issacs theory that what we call theme is actually setting and theme is actually focus.

You can check his original tweets about this at https://twitter.com/KindFortress/status/1489305625993654273
 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk about what they've played lately including:
  • OBG's upcoming AMA on r/Boardgames on Reddit. February 15th 1pm CST
  • Our upcoming 15th anniversary
  • King Arthur movies
  • How a bumper sticker got Don out of a ticket
  • The Cupid Crisis
  • Dungeon world
  • Battlestar Galactica

(28:53) Next, they talk about essence games, what they are and what are some good ones.

 
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Direct download: obg479_0131222.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don, Erik and Isaac talk about what they've played lately including:

  • Final BGG Con Recap
  • Golem
  • Vampire the Masquerade: Rivals - The Wolf and Rat
  • This Didn't Happen Kickstarter
  • That Time You Killed Me

(30:35) Next, they talk about campaign games and why they are so hard to finish.

 
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Bruce talk about what they've played lately including:

  • 5 Parsecs from Home
  • Monopoly Builder
  • Horrified American Cryptids
  • The Primary
  • 18 Holes

(29:02) Next, they talk about Jackbox Party Pack 8 and each of the games within.

 

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk with TC Petty III from Renegade Games Studio about what they've played lately including:

  • Imperium
  • Batman Gotham City Chronicles
  • Co2
  • Lords of Vegas
  • Super Skill Pinball
  • The Hunger
  • Lost Ruins of Anorak
  • This Didn't Happen (Kickstarter happening January 5th. Preview is here.)

(21:44) Next, the three talk about the design of the GI Joe Deck-building game and game design in general.

Link to the Inverse Genius episode all about GI Joe: http://www.inversegenius.com/inversegenius/2016/9/17/ig-010-you-joe

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk Marc from the Grand Gamers Guild about what they've played lately including:

  • Gorinto
  • Five Parsecs from Home
  • Skyrim
  • This Didn't Happen

(13:52) Next, Marc dives into his very eventful trip to Essen.

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In this special episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk about their experiences going on at BGG.Con right now.

  • Marvel Champions
  • BSG
  • Masterthieves
  • Other games
  • Gamer Glass
  • Many Worlds Tavern 
  • Faiyum

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In this special episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk about their experiences going on at BGG.Con right now.

  • Buonocore challenge
  • GI Joe Deckbuilder
  • Land vs Sea
  • Furnace
  • Kingdom Builder
  • Azul: Queen's Garden 
  • Eclipse
  • BGG Roundup 
  • Gamecrafter
  • Everything Epic
  • Yarro Studios

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Deep Space D6 Armada
  • Sentinels of the Multiverse Oblivaeon
  • Jackbox Party Pack 8
  • King Chocolate
  • Super Kitty Bug Slap
  • Bloblobber
  • Deadly Doodles

(29:11) Next they discuss their plans for BGG.Con in Dallas.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don talks with Jason Perez of Shelf Stories about games he's played lately including:

  • Tendiya
  • Kingjoy's Music Bakery

(16:54) Next they discuss games representing culture in games.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Bruce talk about games they've played lately, including:

  • Mini Rogue
  • Sky Towers
  • Willy Wonka and the Golden Ticket
  • Grav Well 2nd edition
  • Roguebook

(37:01) Next they discuss games they consider to be recent hidden gems and what to do about them disappearing.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Isaac and Stephanie Straw talk with Curt Cover from Smirk and Dagger games about industry topics including:

  • What has been happening with each person
  • Distribution changes

(42:38) Next they discuss completely redeveloping an older game.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk with Marc from the Grand Gamers Guild about games they've played recently, including:

  • Endangered
  • Marvel Champions
  • Architects of the Collosium
  • IDW Games

Artemis Odyssey Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/grandgamersguild/the-artemis-odyssey?ref=discovery&term=artemis

(14:37) Next they discuss how to bring back and improve and older game design.

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Direct download: obg470_091321.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Kathleen talk with Joe Slack about games they've played recently, including:

  • Micro Dojo
  • Greased Lightning
  • Catan
  • The Artemis Odyssey
  • Steampunk Rally
  • Zestrea
  • Corporate Shuffle

Joe Slack (https://boardgamedesigncourse.com/)

(20:05) Next they discuss expansions and various concepts around designing them.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk about games they've played recently, including:

  • Search for Planet X
  • Scooby Doo Escape From the Haunted Mansion
  • The Artemis Odyssey
  • Roll Movie
  • The current Broken Token issue

Next they discuss moving the show to a bi-weekly format.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Bruce are joined by Bez to talk about games they've played recently, including:

  • Downforce - Target edition
  • iMagician

http://www.stuffbybez.com/

(20:57) Then they talk about the UK Games Expo.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik is joined by Bryan Warren to talk about games they've played recently, including:

  • FASERIP System
  • Magic: The Gathering
  • Firefly the board game
  • Roll Camera

(12:09) Then they talk about what different types of players are looking for in their RPG characters.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don is joined by Bob Wieman and Chris Bell to talk about games they've played recently, including:

  • Dune Imperium
  • The Initiative
  • Betrayal Legacy
  • Escape the Room: The Cursed Dollhouse
  • Gaslands
  • Team 3

(26:00) Then they dive into game variability and how it impacts game play.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk about games they've played recently, including:

  • Dungeon Drop
  • Gorinto
  • Dale of Merchants
  • Search for Planet X

(25:07) Then they dive into ending a campaign game, either board or RPG.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Don talk with Lydia-Rae about games they've played recently, including:

  • Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza
  • Reaper Bones miniatures
  • Escape Room Dollhouse game
  • The Independence Incident
  • Other escape room games

(20:47) Then they dive into hosting gaming events in coffee shops and other public places.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Adam C. about games they've played recently, including:

  • Cthulhu Invictus
  • Shadows of the Demon Lord
  • Vampire The Masquerade: Rivals
  • Reaper Bones miniatures
  • Kings Dilemma
  • The Independence Incident

(14:10) Then they dive into Megadungeons and open gaming. What they are, how they work, and how to do it.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Isaac talk about games they've played recently, including:

  • Cockroach Poker
  • Skull
  • Faiyum
  • Deep Space D6

(16:22) Then they dive into Amazon striking back at counterfeit games, the current global shipping crisis, and what going back to game conventions might be like.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk with the Podfather himself, Stephen Buonocore about games they've played recently, including:

  • Wingspan
  • Pises
  • Grand Gamer's Guild Meeple Spatula
  • The Independence Incident
  • Vampire the Masquerade: Rivals
  • Roguebook
  • Escape Room in a Box: The Walking Dead

(23:52) Then they go into a triple play about games with minis.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Bruce talk with John Maness about games they've played recently, including:

  • ESPN Trivia Night
  • Funko Pops games
  • The Outer Worlds
  • Crokinole

(26:13) Then they discuss returning to games with actual people, face-to-face.

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Direct download: obg459_062121.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Kathleen talk with Joe Slack games they've played recently, including:

  • Isle of Cats
  • Fantasy Realms
  • Shottentotten
  • Firefly
  • The Crew
  • No Thanks
  • Deep Sea Adventure
  • Deep Space D6

Board Game Design Course

https://www.crazylikeabox.com/

(17:23) Then they discuss how to teach game design well.

 

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Direct download: obg458_061421.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don Erik and Adrienne talk about various game-related areas of interest before diving into reviews.

They look at:

  • Canvas
  • Sky Towers
  • Burgle Bros 2
  • Aldr the High Sage
  • Vampire the Masquerade
  • Strange Worlds
  • Blood Bowl III (video game)
  • Champ'd Up: Slam Down

 

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Direct download: obg457_060721.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk with Rob Osterman about what they've been playing lately, including:

  • Cold Case
  • Gorinto
  • Lawyer Up
  • Warhammer 40k
  • Racoon Tycoon

(19:31) Then they delve into streaming games, both tabletop and RPGs.

 

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Direct download: obg456_053121.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Bruce talk with Michael J Fox about what tabletop and video games they've been playing lately.

Michael on Twitter - twitter.com/idlemichael 

Michael on Twitch - twitch.tv/idlemichael 

(25:27) Then they delve into the differences between skill based and luck based game shows, and explore Alex Horne’s gameshow creativity. 

 

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Direct download: obg455_052421.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk with Jonathan Chaffer about what they've been playing lately, including:

  • Cold Case
  • Nivilier
  • Project L
  • The challenge with coop games
  • Letter Jam

Cringle Caper and Independence Incident PnP and Pre-order

Preorder: https://grandgamersguild.com/shop/the-independence-incident-the-kringle-caper-bundle/

PnP: https://grandgamersguild.com/shop/the-independence-incident-the-kringle-caper-bundle-pnp/

 

(14:28) Then they talk the challenge of designing escape room games, especially with only 18 cards.

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Direct download: obg454_0551721.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Stephanie Straw talk about what they've been playing lately.

Stephanie Straw

@StephStrawGames

Stephanie's Extra Life

(15:39) Then they talk about bias and the value of rating systems. They also dive into what could be done to get more out of ratings in the future.

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Direct download: obg453_051021.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Nat Levan and Joshua J Mills about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Half Truth
  • Bowsers Fury
  • Terraforming Mars with 3d pieces

Be sure to check out the Kickstarter for Aldabas: Doors of Cartagena!

https://bit.ly/3ebxMP0

(12:58) Then the three do a triple-play about games with numbers on the cards.

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Direct download: obg452_050321.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk with Jon Maness from Swarmcast about what they've been playing lately including:

  • One Deck Dungeon
  • Talisman
  • Marvel United
  • Assassin's Creed Odyssey
  • Star Wars RPG
  • Tiny Epic Tactics (Coop)
  • Aldr the High Sage
  • Aldabas

(28:03) Then the three talk about IP games, specifically comics, and what that means about gameplay and expectations.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Kathleen and Erik talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Cribbage
  • Talisman
  • Oink Games

(10:42) Then the two of them do a triple-play on spy games.

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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Erik talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Can't Stop
  • Battletech / Mechwarrior 5
  • Valheim

(17:58) Then the two of them talk about games they haven't played in years but want to get back to the table.

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Direct download: obg449_041221.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Don and Kathleen talk with Bez about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Playtesting
  • My City
  • Iron Dragon
  • Flee

Bez

http://www.stuffbybez.com/

https://twitter.com/stuffbybez

 

(26:57) Then the three of them talk about Game Jams and different ways to use them.

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Direct download: obg448_040521.mp3
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In this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Kathleen talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Wizard
  • Tiny Epic Pirates
  • Llama
  • Burgle Bros 2
  • Before I Kill You Mr. Spy
  • Terraforming Mars

(16:09) Then the two of them take a look at games that take up small space but provide big gameplay.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Don talk about what they've been playing/doing lately including:

  • Secrets of the Lost Station/Gloomhaven
  • Burgle Bros
  • Valheim
  • The Division 2
  • Marvel Champions

(9:39) Then the two of them discuss methods for creating RPG scenarios like the 5 Room Dungeon.

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On this episode of On Board Games Erik and Kathleen talk about what they've been playing/doing lately including:

  • Game design
  • Marvel Champions
  • Decktective

(21:41) Then the two of them discuss dive into a discussion about motivation theory and motivation for the player.

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Direct download: obg445_031521.mp3
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On this episode of On Board Games Donald and Erik talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Flux
  • Marvel Champions
  • Colony
  • Storm Kings Thunder (and D&D in general)
  • The GISH (Great Int'l Scavenger Hunt)
  • Valheim

(30:09) Then the two of them discuss the Rulebook of the Future!

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On this episode of On Board Games Donald is joined by Giles and Calvin Wong Tze Loon.

They talk about what they've been playing lately.


Calvin Wong Tze Loon 黃子倫

@ithayla https://twitter.com/ithayla 

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4853363/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 

Giles Pritchard

@caradocp https://twitter.com/caradocp

 

(20:53) Then they discuss immersion in games.

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Direct download: obg443_030121.mp3
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On this episode of On Board Games Donald is joined by Jon Maness and Michael Coe from Gamelyn Games.

They talk about what they've been playing and the newest Tiny Epic Games - Tiny Epic Dungeons.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/coe/tiny-epic-dungeons

Michael Coe

@Gamelyn_Games 

https://www.gamelyngames.com/  

Jon Maness

http://swarmcastpodcast.com/ 

 

(20:03) Then they discuss what it takes to adapt a successful hobby game like Tiny Epic Galaxies to the more mass market friendly Tiny Epic Galaxies Blast Off. 

 
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Direct download: obg442_022221.mp3
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In this episode Erik and Bill Corey talk about things they've been doing including:

  • 18XX online (http://18xx.games)
  • Roguebook
  • Hades
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Boardgame Arena and Asmodee

(20:01) Then the two talk about games with lots of plastic vs. games without.

(1:09:08) Lastly, Erik and his son Piers talk about the Total War Warhammer series of games.

 
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In this episode Don is joined by Scott Nicholson and Giles to talk about things they've been doing including:

  • Star Wars Edge of the Empire
  • Lost Ruins of Amak
  • 18XX online (http://18xx.games)
  • Game Stop stock

(27:09) Then we catch up with what Giles and Scott are doing with games online.

Giles is publishing Rascals as part of Kickstarter Zinequest 

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/caradocgames/rascals-an-rpg-zine 

Scott had resurrected Board Games With Scott as Board Games with Scott Live on YouTube.

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhyRBdPvcWK5vxva5ZCavsK6CtmudaG7F 

 
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In this episode Don, Kathleen, and Isaac talk about what they've played lately.

(24:22) Then the trio dive into game play logging.

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In this episode Erik and Don talk with Andrew Parks from Quixotic Games about games they've played including:

  • Pandemic Legacy Season 0
  • The Division
  • Corridor
  • Dune Imperium
  • Guildmaster
  • Chopstick Mega Dexterity Challenge 3000

(17:14) Then the three talk all about creating a solo variant for both Core Worlds and Core Worlds Empires.

Core Worlds Nemesis/Empires Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/quixoticgames/core-worlds-empires-nemesis

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In this episode Erik, Isaac, and Kathleen talk about games they've played and things they've done lately, including:

  • Scooby Doo Escape from the Haunted Mansion
  • Protospiel
  • Secrets of the Lost Station
  • Gloomhaven: Jaws of the lion

(19:03) Then the three talk all about game balance. What it is, is it needed, how can you gain it.

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Direct download: obg437_011821.mp3
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In this episode Bruce, Don, and Erik review a bunch of games.

They look at:

  • Wingspan Europa and Oceania
  • Space Marines Adventure Game
  • Rhino Hero Super Battle
  • Scooby Do Betrayal at Mystery Mansion
  • Rare Roses
  • Chiseled
  • Half-Truth
  • Outsmarterd
  • Overcooked
  • #TheUpsideDownChallenge
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In this episode Erik and Don talk real briefly about the future of the show and OnRPGs.

(5:31) Next, Don and Chris Bell talk about their next RPG endeavors.

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Direct download: obg435_010421.mp3
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In this episode Isaac talks with Dori Adar about what they've played lately including:

  • Hades
  • 7 Wonders
  • Solo gaming
  • Latice

(22:14) Next, they take a look at Dori's ABS system of game design.

https://doriadar.medium.com/abs-the-formula-for-building-games-about-building-9f4fb8ce6396

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In this episode Erik and Bill Corey Jr. talk about what they've played lately including:

  • Terraforming Mars (digital)
  • Chiseled
  • Agricola

(18:16) Next, they take a look at one versus many games

 

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In this episode Erik and Isaac talk with Iain Chantler about what they've played lately including:

  • The 7th Continent
  • Spirit Island
  • Terraforming Mars

(20:16) Next, they take a look at how games can become more ecological sustainable.

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Direct download: obg432_121420.mp3
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In this episode Don is joined by Marc Specter from the Grand Gamers Guild where they talk about how they’ve been entertaining themselves lately.

(18:32) Next, they dig into the perils companies have to face after a successful Kickstarter campaign and what the Grand Gamers Guild can do to help. Also, at the end of the episode Marc makes a special offer to On Board Games listeners. 

Grand Gamer's Guild holiday specials:

  • Kringle Caper Special!  Buy 8 get 1 FREE and FREE U.S. shipping
  • On Board Games Listener Specials 10% off on anything  - through midnight Wed Dec 10 with discount code: INVERSE

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Direct download: obg431_120720.mp3
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In this episode Don and Erik welcome Stephen Buonocore to talk about what they've played lately including:

  • Twilight Imperium 4th edition
  • War of the Ring
  • Gloomhaven (digital)
  • Evil Dead 2
  • Zombiecide: Night of the Living Dead

(22:13) Next they talk about what they look for in different types of games like zombies, euros, RPGs ,etc.

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In this episode Don, Erik, and Bruce talk about what they've played lately including:

  • Half Truth
  • Secrets of the Lost Station
  • Gloomhaven (digital)
  • Similo

(27:15) Next they do a review of Jackbox Party Pack 7

(1:11:41) Lastly, Brian Counter is back with a look at Star Finder.

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In this episode Don, Erik, and Isaac talk about what Isaac has been up to lately, including a new game of his that are coming out soon, Waddle Down Town.

They also talk about prototyping digitally and other topics of interest.

(29:46) The talk continues and leads into what they have been playing lately, including:

  • Unlock
  • Freedom Force
  • Terraforming Mars (digital)
  • Glory to Rome
  • Scooby Doo Escape game
  • Gloomhaven (digital)
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In this episode Erik and Kathleen talk about games they've played recently including:

Freedom Force

Among Us

Pop Up Dungeon

Card Hunter

(21:06) Next the two talk about shedding games from their collection and the Dewey Game-collection Life Cycle.

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In this episode Erik and Bruce are joined by Your Moderator Chris to talk all about game shows and their connection to board games and vice versa.

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Direct download: obg426_110220.mp3
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In this episode Erik and Bill Corey talk about games they've played lately including:

  • Jackbox Party Pack 7
  • The Kringle Caper
  • Blood on the Clocktower

(26:14) Then they discuss Bill's 6 types of problem players and what to do about them.

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Direct download: obg425_10262020.mp3
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In this episode Erik and Don talk about:

  • Cartooner
  • Erik finished painting the figures from Batman
  • Big Trouble in Little China
  • The Kringle Kaper
  • Fiasco

(21:14) Then they talk all about art games.

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Direct download: obg424_101920.mp3
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This episode starts with Erik and Don ranting about boards in board games before discussing the D&D Adventure Begins game, a new small escape room game from Grand Gamers Guild called The Kringle Caper, and them more general game ranting.

(20:20) Then they discuss battle mats for RPGs including a look at Loke Battle Mats' Little Book of Battle Mats.

(50:17) Lastly, Brian Counter joins us again to talk about Architects of the West Kingdom.

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Direct download: obg423_101220.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with: 

De Karetas, Diva De 21 on BGG

Sean Torrens, Berix on BGG

Grand Strand Gamers on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/grandstrandgamers

RowdyMeeps on Facebook

@RowdyMeeps on Twitter

In this episode they discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of expansions.

 

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Direct download: obg422_100520.mp3
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In this episode, Bruce, Don, and Erik get judgie about:

  • Heroquest
  • Hasbro using crowdfunding
  • Videogame Ports
  • The Expanse board game

(26:47) They continue with discussions about:

  • Hub Games
  • Agents of SMERSH
  • Godzilla Tokyo Clash
  • New superhero version of Defenders of the Realm
  • The upcoming Jackbox 7

(1:03:51) After the break, Brian Counter gives a review of Snowdonia.

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Direct download: obg421_092820.mp3
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In this episode, Adrienne and Kathleen talk with Mike Selinker talk about creating puzzles.

(1:04:16) After the break, Brian Counter gives a review of The Artemis Project.

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Direct download: obg420_092120.mp3
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In this episode, Don, Erik, and Bill Corey talk about games they've played lately, including:

  • Lord of the Rings
  • Concordia
  • Leaving Earth
  • And some shows they are streaming

(24:20) After the break, they launch into a Triple Play all about classic games.

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Direct download: obg419_091420.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk about games they've played lately, including:

  • Rangers of Shadow Deep
  • Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion
  • Unlock: Epic Adventures
  • Wingspan
  • Gloomhaven online
  • Lords of Waterdeep

(20:55) After the break, they have a free associated discussion about game purchases, game play, and on-line RPGs.

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Direct download: obg418_090720.mp3
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In this episode, Erik and Isaac talk about games they've played lately, including:

  • Point Salad
  • Ankh-Morpork
  • A Study in Emerald
  • Exit Games: The Stormy Flight
  • Concordia

(24:23) After the break, they discuss educational use of games in both schools and in professional development.

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Direct download: obg417_083120.mp3
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In this episode, Don talks with Chris Bell about their experiences at GenCon Online this year.

(16:03) After the break, they discuss the games they played virtually at GenCon Online.

(45:09) Lastly, Brian Counter is back with a review of Cthulhu Death May Die.

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Direct download: obg416_082420.mp3
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In this episode, Kathleen talks with Danielle Reynolds and Emma Larkins about the importance of playtesting.

Danielle Reynolds

https://www.dmrcreativegroup.com/

Twitter @CreativeDmr, FB @DMR Creative Group

Emma Larkins

https://twitter.com/emmalarkins

Playtesting resources:

Chicago Discord - https://discord.gg/WdYeDd

Cardboard Edison Playtesting Groups - https://cardboardedison.com/playtest-groups


Seattle Discord - https://discord.gg/Cz8VgCd

Playtesting Etiquette - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xnb3rd_a9VAJ_393vx0u9SZ2k6kLRESg4jWh8i_0TuE/edit?usp=sharing

 

(13:48) After the break, the three talk in depth about how to playtest effectively.

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Direct download: obg415_081720.mp3
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In this episode, Kathleen talks with Fertessa Allyse and Sen-Foong Lim about inclusion and diversity in the board gaming space.

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Direct download: obg414_081020.mp3
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In this episode, Erik and Kathleen talk with Morgan Dontanville of Catan Studios about the future of conventions.

(50:43) In an OnRPGs segment, Erik and Don talk about dungeon crawls.

 
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Direct download: obg413_080320.mp3
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Sentinels of Freedom
  • Sentinels of the Multiverse
  • Bruce's Twitch and YouTube game shows
  • Use Your Words
  • Downforce

(8:23) Next they talk about analyzing a game to make improvements to it and what to think about.

(37:59) Lastly, Chris O'Neill (9th Level Games) and Jon Maness (Swarmcast) join Donald to talk about Hosted Online RPG events where participants pay to play.

 

Chris O'Neill

@allhailkingtorg

https://www.9thlevel.com/onlinerpgevents 

 

Jon Maness

@TheSwarmCast

http://swarmcastpodcast.com/

 
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Direct download: obg412_072720.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with Mike Selinker from Lone Shark Games talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Lords of Vegas on Tabletop Simulator
  • Terraforming Mars on STEAM
  • Headlock Paper Scissors
  • Clubhouse Games 51
  • Parsley

Dating Sim Games

  • Dream Daddy
  • Boyfriend Dungeon
  • I Love You Colonel Sanders

(24:57) Next they talk about what they are doing to support the gaming community, whether it be giving game stores support through retail deals or even making masks. Also they chat about the difficulty of moving games online from a host perspective. 

LONE SHARK GAMES Retailer package

lonesharkgames.com/retailer

(1:14:42) Lastly, Erik does a review of the Alexa skill Deep Space Dice that Brian took a look at last episode.

Friend of the Show Robert Searing needs our help after being laid off of his job of 20 years.
 
You can either visit his GoFundMe page at https://www.gofundme.com/f/lost-job-of-20-years-and-needing-help
 
Or visit http://inserthere.me and purchase a wonderfully made insert for one of your favorite games.

Mike Selinker

@mikeselinker 

http://lonesharkgames.com/ 

http://lonesharkgames.com/2020/07/15/our-retailer-recovery-booster-pack-debuts-also-gen-con-online 


Bruce Voge

@BGtheGameShow

 
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Direct download: obg411_072020.mp3
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In this episode, Erik, Adrienne, and Kathleen talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Rallyman GT
  • Horrified
  • Wordsy
  • Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective

 

Mike Selinker

@mikeselinker

http://lonesharkgames.com/

http://lonesharkgames.com/2020/07/15/our-retailer-recovery-booster-pack-debuts-also-gen-con-online

Bruce Voge

@BGtheGameShow

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy5dVKmOOYlq-wS_Wfjnuog

(20:01) Next they take a look at some older games, some good, some bad, and some ugly.

(59:22) Lastly, Brian Counter does a review of Deep Space D6 and the Alexa skill based on it, Deep Space Dice.

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Direct download: obg410_07132020.mp3
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In this episode, Erik and Don talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion
  • No Thanks
  • Downforce
  • Fickle
  • Gravwell
  • Kings Court
  • Xcom: Chimera Squad
  • Automobiles
  • Terraforming Mars

(34:01) Next they talk about what happens when expectations and game play experience meet.

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Direct download: obg409_070620.mp3
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In this episode, Erik and new co-host Bill Corey talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Carcassone
  • Cacoa
  • Xia
  • Minecraft

(20:41) Next they talk about designing victory conditions in board games.

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Direct download: obg408_062920.mp3
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In this episode, Adrienne, Don, and Isaac talk about what they've been playing lately including:

  • RPG character generation
  • Zombie Kids Evolution
  • Charterstone

(25:36) Next they talk about the impact the current situation has on Kickstarter and on distribution.

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Direct download: obg407_062220.mp3
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In this episode, Adrienne and Kathleentalk with Nick Little from Indie Game Studios about the impact and need for game development after design.

(20:09) Next the discussion continues.

(50:28) Lastly, Brian Counter talks to us about an Alexa skill based on the TMG game Dungeon Roll.

 
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Direct download: obg406_061520.mp3
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UPDATE - GAMA has cancelled Origins Online.



In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with Danni Loe from GAMA about what they've been playing lately including Bruce's new game show.

@dannibelow

GAMA – Game Manufacturers Association

www.gama.org

Origins Online 2020, June 19-21

Origins Game Fair 2020, October 7-11

GAMA Expo 2021, March 9-12

https://www.originsgamefair.com/origins-tv

@originsgames https://twitter.com/originsgames

 

(18:50) Next they talk all about the upcoming Origins Online convention.

 
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Direct download: obg405_060820.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Chris Bell about the results of April's Condemic.

(46:02) Next Erik and Don talk a little about the May Condemic and the upcoming June 6th one.

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Direct download: obg404_053120.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:29am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Amanda from Room Escape Divas and Rita Orlov from Post Curious about what they've been playing lately including:

  • Gloomhaven
  • Sagrada
  • Fog of Love

(22:49) Next they talk about creating narrative games.

(1:06:47) Lastly, Brian Counter reviews the Alexa skill Desolate.

 

The Emerald Flame Kickstarter can be found at:

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Direct download: obg403_052520.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Bruce talk about what they've been up to lately including Bruce's Twitch channel.

(20:26) Next they talk about the games in Jackbox Party Pack 6.

 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg402_051820.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk about games they've played lately:

  • Condemic convention on May 16
  • Tiny Epic games
  • Endangered
  • Jedi Fallen Order
  • Xcom: Chimera Squad

 

(33:26) Next they talk about Don's RPG GM club he is forming.

(44:04) Lastly, they discuss some tips and tricks for Tabletop Simulator.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg401_051120.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this special episode, Erik and Kathleen talk with Stephen Buonocore from Stronghold Games about things they've done lately:

  • Happy Hour at the Stronghold
  • Jackbox Games
  • Gloomhaven

 

Next the three talk about the impact of the current crisis on publishers, games stores, and distributors.

(55:22) Lastly, we play back the songs we received for the parody contest and announce a winner.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg400_050420.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk with Marc Specter from the Grand Gamers Guild about some games they've played lately:

  • Endeavor Age of Sail
  • Horrified
  • Fabled Fruit
  • Muse
  • Tabletop Simulator
  • Humboldt's Great Voyage
  • Bees
  • Rail Baron
  • Gaslands

 

(25:17) Next the three talk about the impact of the current crisis on smaller game companies.

(54:15) Lastly, Brian Counter is back, this time taking a look at the Alexa skill 3%.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg399_042720.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with Mike from Lone Shark Games about trading and negotiation in games.

Check out the Lords of Vegas 19th Anniversary: Underworld and Boss Bundle on Kickstarter. 

Reminder: We are also asking you to get in on the act. Send us your best parody song(s) by April 25, 2020 to be entered in to a contest for a $50 gift card to Miniature Market. You will not be judged on the quality of your singing but rather the creativeness of your content.

If you do not wish your entry to be played on a future show, please include that in the submission. All submissions can be sent to onboardgamesmailbag@gmail.com

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Direct download: obg398_042020.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk about some games they've played lately:

Gloomhaven (computer)

Xia: Legends of the Drift

Don's online convention

Then they talk about:

  • Frosthaven
  • Collection culling
  • Game choice
  • Game reviews
  • Looking at the good parts about games

We are also asking you to get in on the act. Send us your best parody song(s) by April 25, 2020 to be entered in to a contest for a $50 gift card to Miniature Market. You will not be judged on the quality of your singing but rather the creativeness of your content.

If you do not wish your entry to be played on a future show, please include that in the submission. All submissions can be sent to onboardgamesmailbag@gmail.com

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Direct download: obg397_041320.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Kathleen play some fun parody songs about boardgames.

You read that right.

(12:50) The Game - sung by Erik Dewey

(18:49) What's this - sung by Errol

(27:04) No Thanks - sung by Kathleen Mercury

(31:20) Relax - sung by Erik Dewey

(37:30) Space Elevator - sung by Isaac Shalev

(43:28) The Final Stronghold - sung by Erik Dewey

 

We are also asking you to get in on the act. Send us your best parody song(s) by April 25, 2020 to be entered in to a contest for a $50 gift card to Miniature Market. You will not be judged on the quality of your singing but rather the creativeness of your content.

If you do not wish your entry to be played on a future show, please include that in the submission. All submissions can be sent to onboardgamesmailbag@gmail.com

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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg396_040620.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don ramble, reflect, and review about games while hiding in their respective OBG bunkers.
 
They talk about:
  • Charterstone
  • Through the Ages
  • Slay the Spire
  • Gloomhaven
  • Xia
  • Oceans
  • Sanctum
  • Horizons
 
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg395_033020.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Isaac talk about games they've played recently including:
The Brilliant Boar
Outer Rim
 

 
After that, the two talk about gaming on-line, solo, and gaming-adjacent activities to take place while staying at home.
 
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Direct download: obg394_032320.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Adrienne and Don talk with Sen-Foong Lim about story telling in games.
 
https://twitter.com/SenFoongLim
 
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Direct download: obg393_031620.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Kathleen and Adrienne talk with AnnaMaria Jackson-Phelps from Girls Game Shelf about inclusion in game design and the Pathways Fellowship.
 
Pathways Fellowship information
 
(26:29) After the break, the three talk about The Pathways Fellowship some more.
 
(57:02) Lastly, Erik and Bruce take of tour of GameStop 2.0.
 
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg392_030920.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Bruce talk with Jay Cormier about what they've played lately including:
  • In the Hall of the Mountain King
  • Betrayal Legacy
  • Scooby Doo Escape from the Haunted Mansion
  • Flux
 
@bamboozlebros
 
(22:50) After the break, the three talk about making games using an IP.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg391_030220.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik talks with Chaz Marler from Pair of Dice Paradise about what they've played lately including:
  • Clank Legacy
  • Betrayal Legacy
  • Rumble Nation
  • Warfighter
 
@DiceParadise
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(27:08) After the break, the two talk about how board gaming facilitates social connections.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg390_022420.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Marc Specter from Grand Gamers Guild and Ricky Yaner, designer of Gorinto, about what they've played lately including:
  • Weavers
  • Oceans
  • Wanted 7
  • Welcome To...
 
 
(22:00) After the break, the three talk about working for large and small game companies.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg389_021720.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don. Erik and Bruce talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Chronicles of Crime
  • Oh My Goods
  • Red 7
 
(24:11) After the break, the three talk about on-line deck building games.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg388_021020.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Adrienne talks little Battletech before reviewing:
  • On Mars
  • Rebellion: Rise of the Empire
  • Cat Cafe
  • Auztralia
  • Coral Islands
  • Sanctum
 
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg387_020320.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk with Rob Daviau from Restoration Games about what they've played lately, including:
  • Fiasco
  • Wingspan
  • Various prototypes
  • A Castle for all Seasons
  • Let's Make a Bus Route
  • Gorinto
  • Oceans
 
@RobDaviau
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(22:09) Next the three talk about how Restoration Games approached turning the nostalgia for Dark Tower into an entirely new game.
 
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Direct download: obg386_012720.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Adrienne talks with Jay Cormier from Off the Page Games about what they've played lately, including:
  • Codenames
  • Times Up
  • Battletech
  • Gloomhaven
 
 
(14:42) Next the two talk all about starting up your own game company and what to consider.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg385_012020.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk about games they've played lately, including:
  • Gorinto
  • Oceans
  • Painting miniatures
  • Outer Rim solo
 
(22:11) Next the two talk about games they would like see in the future.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg384_011320.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Adrienne and Erik take a deep dive into Graphic Design for board games and what it can do for game play.
 
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg383_010620.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik review some games including:
  • Dice Throne
  • Tiny Epic Tactics
  • The Way of the Bear
  • Wingspan
 
 
(34:43) After the break, they continue their reviews with:
  • Paranormal Detectives
  • Taverns of Teifenthal
  • Queenz
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg382_123019.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik, Adrienne, and Kathleen to talk all about games they've played lately including:
 
  • Sanctum
  • Iron Dragon
  • Battlestar Galactica
  • Coral Islands
  • Wingspan
  • Tiny Epic Tactics
  • On Mars
 
 
(20:40) After the break, they talk about the ten games new gamers should get to start a collection.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg381_122319.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik is joined by Glenn Cotter to talk all about games they've played lately including:
 
  • Sierra West
  • Marvel Champions
  • Living Card Games in general
  • Dice games
  • Battlestar Galactica
 
 
(20:51) After the break, they talk about the rules that don't make it into the rulebook.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg380_121619.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Adam Cetnerowski all about games they've played lately including:
 
Taverns of Tiefenthal
Slay the Spire
Monster Slayers
Tapestry
Horrified
 
 
(30:02) After the break, they talk about games that get in the way of their own fun.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg379_120919.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

It's the BGG Con episode!
 
 

We get together a bunch of great people to celebrate and talk all about this year's BGG Con. Come listen to:

  • Isaac Shalev, OBG Host
  • Kathleen Mercury, OBG Host
  • Adrienne Ezell, OBG Host
  • Maggie Clayton from Greater Than Games
  • Ben Begeal, the Mayor of UnPub
  • Mike Fitzgerald, game designer
  • Cassie L, game reviewer and designer
  • Ian Gent, playtester

 

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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg378_120219.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Adrienne and Kathleen talk all about tiny games.
 
 
(30:32) After the break, they continue their best tiny games discussion and then talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Ghost Steps
  • Black Angel
  • Zooloretto
  • Outer World
  • Arkham LCG
  •  
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Direct download: obg377_112519.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Jeff Tidball from Atlas Games about things they've done lately including:
  • Discussing video in the the game industry
  • Playing Cursed Court
 

http://jefftidball.com

http://atlas-games.com

http://gameplaywright.net

 
(17:29) After that, the two talk about game design.
 
(1:01:49) Lastly, Brian Counter is back to look at the Alexa skill Monster Hunter.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg376_111819.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk with Philip Orbanes, author of Tortured Cardboard about the history of some famous games.
 
 
 
(18:33) After that, the three talk about what it takes to make a game a classic.
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg375_111119.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik, Adrienne, and Kathleen talk about games they've played lately, including:
 
  • Ra
  • Iron Dragon
  • Catan
  • Imperial
  • Arkham Horror LCG
  • Pennylane
  • Caravan
  • And Kathleen made a game.
 
 
 
(24:43) After that, the trio do a triple play on roll and write games.
 
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Direct download: obg374_110419.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with Mike Selinker from Lone Shark Games about games they've played lately, including:
 
  • Various Prototypes
  • Charty Party
  • They quickly design a game
  • Tortured Cardboard
  • 3D printing box inserts
 
 
 
(17:20) After that, Don, Bruce and Mike talk about political games.
 
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg373_102819.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with Mike Selinker from Lone Shark Games about games they've played lately, including:
 
 
 
 
(30:45) After that, Don and Bruce talk about Extra Life
 
(37:18) Lastly, Don, Bruce and Mike talk about collaborating with other super-creatives. And the creation of Sausage Party. 
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/loneshark/paul-and-storms-sausage-party 
 
 
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On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: obg372_102119.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Adrienne Ezell talks with Kathleen Mercury about Design Days at conventions.
 
 
 
(54:25) After that, Adrienne talks with Ben Begeal, Mayor of UnPub about games they've played lately like:
  • Santorini
  • Blue Lagoon
  • Great Western Trail: Northern Rails
  • Sangrada
  • DraftaSauraus
 
And then they discuss UnPub.
 
 
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Direct download: obg371_101419.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Manda and Errol from the Room Escape Divas about games they've played lately, including:
  • Catan
  • Gloomhaven
  • Pandemic Legacy
  • Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective
  • Tales of Ord
  • Betrayal Legacy
  • Chronicles of Crime
  
 
 
(28:45) After the break, the three do a Triple-Play about mystery games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg370_100719.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, Isaac, and Kathleen talk about games they've played lately, including:
  • Black Angel
  • Virtues Last Reward
  • Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell
  • Zooloretto
  • Tiny Epic XXXXXX
  
 
 
(34:15) After the break, they talk about credits in boardgames, who should get them, where should they be, and what use they are.
 
 
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Direct download: obg369_093019.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:52am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Stephanie Frey and Lynn Theory about games they've played lately.
  
 
 
(17:25) After the break, they talk about boardgames in app form.
 
 
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Direct download: obg368_092319.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik, and Don talk about what they've played lately including:
  • The Artemis Project
  • Telestrations
  • Quacks of Quidlenberg
  • Batman: Gotham City Chronicles
  • Holding On: The Troubled life of Billy Kerr
  
 
 
(29:04) After the break, they talk about somethings about playing board games that annoy them.
 
(1:04:32) Finally, Brian Counter talks about AI fun.
 
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Direct download: obg367_091619.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik, and Adrienne talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Great Western Trail
  • Game of Thrones 2e
 
Next, they give a review of The Artemis Project
 
 
 
(29:12) After the break, they give reviews on:
  • Era: Medieval Age
  • Betrayal At House on the Hill: Widow's Walk
  • Blindspot
  • Star Wars: Outer Rim
  • Watergate
  • Aeon's End: Legacy and The New Age
 
 
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Direct download: obg366_090919.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik, Donald, and Giles Pritchard talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Miniature painting
  • Crabs
  • Zombicide: Invader
  • Mini Divercity
  • Aeon's End: The New Age
  • Gengtes
  • Periodic
 
 
 
(38:33) After the break, the trio answer more listener questions.
 
(1:06:34) Lastly, Brian Counter is back to talk about Down the Strech.
 
 
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Direct download: obg365_090219.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik, Donald, and Bruce talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Aeon's End The New Age
  • Deckscape: Eldorado
  • Unlock
  • Trapper Keeper Game
  • Unmatched
  • The Artemis Project
  • Scrabble
 
 
 
(28:36) After the break, the trio talk about ways to donate the games you no longer want.
 
(1:17:01) Lastly, Brian Counter is back to talk about Heroes Welcome and Bargain Quest.
 
 
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Direct download: obg364_082619.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Adrienne Ezell and Kathleen Mercury talk about their experiences at GenCon 2019
 
 
 
(31:22) After the break, Adrienne and Isaac Shalev talk a little about their GenCon experiences.
 
(1:11:26) Lastly, Adrienne and Kathleen finish up with more games and merriment from Indianapolis.
 
 
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Direct download: obg363_081919.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Donald talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Pandemic Legacy Season 2
  • Batman: Gotham City Chronicles
  • Outer Rim
  • Quacks of Quidlenberg
 
 
 
(21:55) After the break, the two take a look at stranger things you do when you are designing games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg362_081219.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Donald talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Pandemic Legacy Season 2
  • Aeon's End Legacy
  • Gloomhaven PC game
  • Ganz Schon Clever
  • Batman: Gotham City Chronicles
 
They also get into a discussion on painting miniatures.
 
 
 
(29:07) After the break, the two take a look at the feedback they've received on some recent episodes.
 
 
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Direct download: obg361_080519.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Donald is joined by Juliana and Ariel of Wild Optimists to talk about creating a press mailer for  the digital release for Sony and Think Jam’s Escape Room movie.
 
 
 
(25:10) After the break, they continue their talk about their designs and escape games.
 

Sony Mailer: 

https://vimeo.com/339020801


Flashback:

https://www.amazon.com/Mattel-Games-Escape-Room-Box/dp/B07NMGXQHH

 
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www.wildoptimists.com

 
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Direct download: obg360_072919.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Adam Cetnerowski about the games they've played lately including:
  • Choose Your Own Adventure: Against the Evil Master
  • Betrayal Legacy
  • Pandemic Legacy Season 2
  • Murder at the Paisleys
  • Slay the Spire
  • Kingdom New Lands
  • Star Wars Outer Rim
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Time Stories: Estella Drive
 
 
 
(34:54) After the break, they talk about what we look for in cooperative games.
 
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Direct download: obg359_072219.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Isaac Shalev and Geoff Engelstein about the games they've played lately including:
  • Smartphone Inc.
  • Gentis
  • Escape Plan
  • Escape Room The Game: Murder Mystery
  • Horizons
  • Battle for Paternia
 
 
 
(22:54) After the break, they talk about categorizing game mechanics and the book they wrote.
 
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Direct download: obg358_071519.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks about his experience at ALA and he and Erik talk about the games they've played lately including:
  • World of Warships
  • Rocksmith
  • Scythe
  • Mixtape Massacre
  • Oceans
  • Illimat
  • History Plunge and Geo Plunge
  • My First Castle Panic
  • Invasion of the Cow Snatchers
  • Balance Beans
  • Cat Crimes
  • The Thing
 
 
 
(40:37) After the break, they talk about what a sandbox game is and how to make a good one.
 
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Direct download: obg357_070819.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Kathleen talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Bob Ross Art of Chill
  • Rajas of the Gangese
  • Zombie Kidz Evolution
  • Catan: The Big Game
 
 
 
(34:47) After the break, they talk all about the UK Games Expo (and hotels and drinks recommendations).
 
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Direct download: obg356_070119.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, and Erik talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Friday
  • Not Alone
  • Troubled Life of Billy Kerr
  • Worlds of Warships
  • Warhammer: Age of Sigmar
  • Star Realms
 
 
 
(19:34) After the break, they talk legacy games.
 
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Direct download: obg355_062419.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, Erik and Adrienne talk about games they've played lately including:
  • 7th Continent
  • Betrayal Legacy
  • Goblin Slayer
 
 
 
(17:17) After the break, they talk all about expansions.
 
(1:14:37) Lastly, Brian Counter gives us his thoughts on Medici.
 
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Direct download: obg354_061719.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Sean Torrens from Rowdy with a Chance of Meeples, about games they've played lately including:
  • Underwater Cities
  • Pandemic Legacy Season 1
  • Betrayal Legacy
  • Risk
  • Noir of the Endines
  • Tiki Topple
 
 
 
(32:15) After the break, they tackle this month's Triple Play: Table Presence.
 
(1:37:16) Lastly, Adrienne Ezell tells us her Triple Play choices for Table presence.
 
You can add your own picks to the Table Presence Geeklist.
 
 
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Direct download: obg353_061019.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Mike Bonet, from the Who, What, Why podcast talk ALOT about Game of Thrones, the show and books.
 
 
 
(1:22:17) After the break, the two are joined by Dan Thurot, from Space-Biff!, to deconstruct Space Corp; a deep dive into the game and into game design decisions.
 
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Direct download: obg352_060319.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk about going to conventions both from a publisher and an attendee perspective.
 
 
 
(34:50) After the break, Erik and Adrienne Ezell talk about their experiences at Geekway to the West 2019.
 
 
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Direct download: obg351_052719.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac takes a look at the Kickstarter project Twisty Little Passages.
 
Next he talks with Sriraman Subbaraman about games they've played lately, including:
  • Spirit Island
  • Zombie Kidz Evolution
  • Lord of the Rings: Journey to Middle-Earth
 
 
Sriraman Subbaraman
 
 
(29:14) After the break, they talk about asymmetrical games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg350_052019.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Stephan Reilly, Tyler Hall, and Chris Tenuta about their recently earned degrees in Game Design and time at the BGNLab, the research lab for the Brantford Games Network.
 
 
BGN Lab 
 
Stephan Reilly
  • Twitter: @StephanReilly
  • Insta: stephan.reilly
  • Site: stephanreilly.wordpress.com

Tyler Hall


Chris Tenuta

  • Twitter: @Chris_Tenuta
  • Main Instagram: christenuta
 
(21:41) After the break, they continue their discussions about what they learned and how it can be applied to a broad range of games.
 
(1:02:50) Lastly, Brian Counter takes a look at the Quacks of Quedlinburg
 
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Direct download: obg349_051319.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Aeon's End
  • Pandemic Legacy Season 1
  • Midara
  • Gloomhaven
 
 
 
(15:49) After the break, they break out another review-a-palooza where they look at:
  • Call to Adventure
  • Victory WWII 2e
  • Roll Player
  • That's Pretty Clever
  • Getaway Driver
  • Batman: Gotham City Chronicles
  • Gridopolis
  • Boardgame Tables game bag
  • Dinogenesis
  • Forbidden Sky
 
 
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Direct download: obg348_050619.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by the Podfather himself, Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games to talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Isn't That Clever
  • A whole bunch of upcoming Stronghold games
  • La Granja: No Siesta
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Victory WWII 2nd edition
  • Gloomhaven
  • Midara
  • Merchants of Araby
  • Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr
 
 
 
(26:25) After the break, they dive deeper into their Triple Play category:Epic games!
 
 
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Direct download: obg347_042919.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with Moe Tousignant, the Tabletop Bellhop, about games they've played lately including:
  • Elite: Dangerous
  • Light Boxer
  • Carcassone
  • Hive
  • Onitama
  • Builders of Blankenberg
  • Fields and Flocks expansion
  • Cypress Legacy
 
 

Webpage: https://tabletopbellhop.com

Twitter: @tabletopbellhop

https://www.facebook.com/tabletopbellhop

https://www.instagram.com/tabletopbellhop/

Email: moe@tabletopbellhop.com

Send your gaming questions to: questions@tabletopbellhop.com

 
(42:11) After the break, they talk about introducing people to the hobby.
 
(1:16:12) Lastly, Brian Counter takes a look at Dungeon Roll.
 
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Direct download: obg346_042219.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Philip DuBarry, designer of Black Orchestra, talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Filler
  • Bunny Kingdom
  • Welcome to...
  • Peak Oil
  • Charterstone
 
 
 
(31:34) After the break, they dive deeper playtesting exploits.
 
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Direct download: obg345_041519.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Oceans
  • Story Time Dice
  • Pathfinder Adventure Card Game
  • 7 Wonders Duel
  • Strike
  • Istanbul the Dice Game
  • Before There Were Stars
 
 
 
(25:56) After the break, they dive deeper into their Triple Play category: Story Games
 
Add your favorite story games or comment on the ones already there at the Triple Play Story Games Geeklist.
 
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Direct download: obg344_040819.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Marc Specter and Joe Hopkins from Grand Gamers Guild about games they've played recently including:
  • Filler
  • Firefly: Brigands and Browncoats
  • Maul of America
  • Gravwell
  • Before There Were Stars
  • Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra
  • Castles of Mad King Ludwig
  • Deep Space D-6
  • Star Trek Bridge Crew Simulator (video game)

(28:08) After the break, they talk about designing games with a message.
 
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Direct download: obg343_040119.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Dominic Crapuchettes from Northstar Games about games they've played recently including:
  • Twilight Struggle
  • Quacks of Quidlenberg
  • Clash Royale
  • The Mind
  • Happy Birthday
  • Beast of Balance
  • Clash of Rage
  • Most Wanted
  • Betrayal Legacy

 
(23:50) After the break, they take a look at the extensive playtesting that Northstar underwent for their latest game Oceans.
 
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Direct download: obg342_032519.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Adrienne talk about convention experiences.

 
(31:35) After the break, they dive deeper into conventions including the people that you meet and what to bring.
 
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In this episode, Isaac talks with Nick Bently from Northstar Games about what they've played lately, including:
  • Rise of Tribes
  • Hanabi
  • Clash of Rage
  • Underwater Cities

 
 
(33:54) After the break, they discuss the concept of Outside-In game design.
 
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Direct download: obg340_031119.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

It's another review-a-palooza with Don and Erik!

 
In this episode, they cover:
  • Quacks of Quedlinburg
  • Three Cheers for Master
  • Shop N Time
 
(29:20) After the break, they tackle:
  • Good Critters
  • Evolution the app
  • Villainous
  • One Week Ultimate Werewolf
  • A preview of Werewolf Legacy
  • Monikers
 
(57:22) Lastly, Brian Counter is back with 11 reviews of Alexa skills.
 
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Direct download: obg339_030419.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Adrienne talk with Sara Perry about games they've played lately, including:

  • Arkham Horror the card game
  • Gloomhaven
  • Sentinels of the Multiverse
  • Dragonfire
  • 7th Continent
  • Beasts of Balance
  • Catch the Moon
  • Ancient Artifacts
  • Nemesis
 
(29:26) Next, they talk about inclusion at the game table and what can be done to promote it.
 
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Direct download: obg338_022519.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

It's another argument hour with T C Petty III and Seth Jaffee. This time they discuss the Cognitive Load a game generates.

 
(22:52) After the break, they dive deeper into cognitive load and the implications it has on design.
 
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Direct download: obg337_021819.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac talks with Daniel Newman about games they've played lately, including:

  • Scythe
  • Wingspan
  • Dominant Species
  • Found furniture crafting (not a game)
 
(48:13) Next, they talk about the advantages of small conventions.
 
(1:13:29) Lastly, Brian Counter talks about what he calls Roll and Receive games.
 
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Direct download: obg336_021119.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik, Don, and Adrienne Ezell talk about some games they've played lately including: 

  • Concordia
  • Egizia
  • Lizboa
  • Gloomhaven
 
(29:57) Next the trio do a review-a-palooza where they look at:
  • Pacific Victory
  • Carpe Diem
  • Koi
  • Xia
  • Meeple Realty's Xia insert
  • Passing Through Petra
  • Big Dig
  • Cupcake Empire
  • Gaia
  • Escape Room Z
 
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Direct download: obg335_020419.mp3
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In this episode, Isaac talks to Steven Aramini, designer of Sprawlopolis and others, about some games they've played lately including: 

  • The lastest batch of Exit games
  • Architects of the West Kingdom
  • Untold Adventures Await
 
(29:41) Next the duo talk about how to get so much game into so few components.
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don is joined by Lisa and David Spira, of the Room Escape Artist, to talk about what they've been up to.

Guests: Lisa and David Spira

 
(20:01) Next, the trio talk about the wide variety of tabletop escape room experiences.

11 Principles of tabletop escape room design

https://roomescapeartist.com/2018/09/09/11-principles-of-tabletop-escape-game-design/

 

Tale of Ord

https://www.getpostcurious.com/

 

Tabletop Escape Experiences we talked about.

Escape the Room

Escape Room the Game

Exit

Unlock

Deckscape


Stand Alone

Escape the Crate

Cypher House

Mysterious Package Company

Lock Paper Scissors


Subscription Services

Dispatch by Breakout

Hunt a Killer

Finders Seekers


Makerspace

Sparkfun

https://www.sparkfun.com Prototype Harp

 

Thingiverse Room Escape (TRE) Start
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3095690


Postcards

Cryptogram Puzzle Post

Enigma Emporium


Non Escape Room board games

Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective

Tales of the Mythos

Detective the Modern Crime Board Game

Time Stories

Escape Tales
 
 
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Direct download: obg333_012119.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Bruce talk about some games they've played lately (and a con they went to) including: 

  • MAGFest
  • Firefly
  • Sentinels of the Multiverse
  • Thanos Rising
  • The Cauldron expansion for SoTM
  • Aeon's End
  • The upcoming Evolution App
 
(40:07) Next the duo review the latest Jackbox Party Pack 5 from Jackbox games.
 
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Direct download: obg332_011419.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk about some games they've played lately including: 

  • Gloomhaven
  • Unlock: Nautilus
  • Betrayal at Baldur's Gate
  • Auztralia
 
(22:30) Next the duo talk about what makes board games fun, especially to new players.
 
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Direct download: obg331_010719.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

The holidays are upon us here at Inverse Genius and with all the comings and goings, and Erik's birthday, there will not be an episode this week (although there is an OnRPGs episode if you are interested).

Have a great New Year's celebration and have no fear, we will return next week with more awesome discussion about games.

Thanks.

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:24am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk about some games they've played lately including: 

  • Keyforge
  • Aeon's End
  • Dead of Winter
 
(29:25) Next the duo talk about the technological advances that have entered into the game publishing industry over the past few decades and what impact they have.
 
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Direct download: obg330_122418.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don open up the review bag and look at:

 
 
  • Gaslands
  • Dokmus
  • Sprawlopolis
  • Azul
  • Don't Mess With Cthulhu
  • Doce
  • Aeon's End
  • Istanbul the Dice Game
  • Chronicles of Crime
  • Push
  • Color Addict
  • Hellapagos
 
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Direct download: obg329_121718.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac, Bruce, and Kathleen talk a bit about what they played at Pax Unplugged 2018. At least that's what they try to talk about, it gets pretty stream-of-consciousness in parts.
 
 
(40:29) Next, the trio talk about their experiences this year at PAX Unplugged 2018.
 
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Direct download: obg328_121018.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, TC Petty III and Seth Jaffe have another argument, this time about loss aversion in games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg327_120318.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Adrienne Ezell talk about what they've been playing lately, including:
  • Coimbra
  • The Networks: Executives
  • Jackbox Partypack 5
  • The joy of inserts
 
 
(21:39) Next, the duo talk giving games as gifts. Merry Christmas.
 
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Direct download: obg326_112618.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

It's the final day of the Con and Don and I are beat, but we played a bunch of games
 
We talk about
  • Aeon's End
  • Grapevine Escape Room
  • Fortune
  • Hail Hydra
  • Witless Wizards
  • Discworld: Ankh-Morpork
  • Western Legends (demo)
  • London Dread
 
 
 
 
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Direct download: obg325d_111818.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:31am EDT

It's day three (or four I can't keep track) and Don and I are getting punchy so we brought Michael J. Fox on with us.
 
We talk about
  • Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr
  • Battlestar Galactica
  • Gloomhaven
  • Mansions of Madness 2e
  • Advanced Squad Leader
  • The podcaster panel
 
 
 
 
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Direct download: obg325c_111718.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:28am EDT

 
In day two of our BGG coverage, Erik and Don talk about upcoming games from Ravensberger and Indie Board and Cards and also talk about the games they played, including Fiasco.
 
 
 
 
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Direct download: obg325b_111618.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:49am EDT

In this first episode of our BGG coverage, Erik and Don talk about what they've been played and seen including:
  • Gaslands
  • 5-Minute Marvel
  • Fallout
  • and more
 
 
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:15am EDT

In this episode, Isaac talks with Peter C. Hayward about what they've been playing lately, including:
  • Prototypes
  • Deep Sea Adventure
  • Forbidden Sky
  • A Fake Artist Goes to New York
 
 
(30:52) Next, Erik and Don talk about their plans for BGG.Con 2018.
 
(38:28) Lastly, Isaac and Peter talk about how to get into retail.
 
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Direct download: obg324_111218.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk about what they've been playing lately, including:
  • Catan
  • Tsuro
  • Detective
  • Letter Tycoon
  • Scythe
  • Big Trouble in Little China
  • Potion Explosion
 
 
(22:36) Next, the duo talk about ways to enchance your boardgames with things like 3d printers, laser cutters, and craftiness.
 
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Direct download: obg323_110518.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaace talks with Nick Mariner and Troy Eisenberg about what they've been playing lately, including:
  • BarenPark
  • Civilization: A New Dawn
  • Through the Ages
  • Pit Coco
  • Cahoot
 
Nick Mariner
@TheGoodMariner
 
Troy Eisenberg
@troylikesstuff
 
(35:00) Next, the trio talk about the horror genre and its application to board games.
 
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Direct download: obg322_102918.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In the continuation of episode 319, Don, Bruce, and Kathleen answer more questions from the "Ask On Board Games" mailbag.
 
 
  
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Direct download: obg321_102218.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Kathleen talk with John Brieger about game development, especially in regards to an IP.
 
 
(1:10:22) Next, Isaac and Kathleen do a review-a-palooza covering:
  • Blue Lagoon
  • Villainous
  • Beasts of Balance
  • Root
  • Rising Sun
  • Century: Eastern Wonders
  • The Mind
  • Tower of Madness
 
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Direct download: obg320_101518.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, Bruce, and Kathleen talk about games they played recently including:
 
 
(44:30) Next, the trio read and answer (with differing degrees of success) questions sent into us.
 
 
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Direct download: obg319_100818.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Adrienne talk about games they hope to play soon, including:
  • Root
  • Founders of Gloomhaven
  • Nyctophobia
  • Bargain Quest, the Black Market Expansion
 
 
(26:26) Next, the duo talk about game that when they play them, remind them of other games.
 
(1:15:17) Lastly, Brian Counter is back with a look at the game Mord Il Arosa
 
 
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Direct download: obg318_100118.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, Kathleen, and Bruce talk about games they've played lately, including:
  • Gloomhaven
  • Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective
  • Ghost Stories
  • Empire Builder
  • Feast for Odin
  • Between Two Castles
 
 
(24:18) Next, the trio talk about game choices for strange occasions.
 
 
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Direct download: obg317_092418.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik talks with Daniel Rocchi and Josh Cappel about games they've played lately, including:
  • King Domino
  • Magesty: For the Realm
  • Puerto Rico
  • Lords of Waterdeep
  • Endeavor: Age of Sail
  • Graphic Novel Adventure Books
  • Everdell
  • Tsuro
 

 

Daniel Rocchi

 
  

Josh Cappel

(17:36) Next, the trio talk about what actually happens during game development.
 
(55:48) Lastly, Don and Erik engage in another Review-a-palooza, talking about:
  • Hero Master: An Epic Game about Epic Fails (Kickstarter)
  • Cities of Splendor
  • Firefly Adventures
  • Tiny Epic Mechs (Kickstarter)
  • Tiny Epic Zombies
  • Kaiju Crush
  • Unlock Secret Adventures
  • Say Anything
  • Dude and More Dude
  • Most Wanted
  • Warsaw City of Ruins
 
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Direct download: obg316_091718.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Frank Feldmann from the Analog Gamers Podcast about games they've played lately, including:
  • Talisman
  • Agricola
  • Game of Thrones 2e
  • Nyet
  • Exit: The Forbidden Castle
  • Fabled Fruit
  • Time Stories
  • Unlock (various)
  • Tiny Epic Mechs
 

 

Frank Feldmann

 
(25:27) Next, the trio talk about one vs. many games and what the responsibilities of the one are.
 
 
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Direct download: obg315_091018.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac talks with Ben Maddox, from the Five Games for Doomsday podcast about games they've played lately, including:
  • Macgyver The Escape Game
  • Coimbra
  • Vacuformed inserts.
 

 

Ben Maddox

 
(35:35) Next, the duo talk about are we truly in a golden age of board gaming?
 
 
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Direct download: obg314_090318.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac talks with Dan King, The Game Boy Geek and Travis Hill from the Low Player Count podcast about games they've played lately, including:
  • Tokyo Tsukigi Market
  • Keyforge
  • Choose Your Own Adventer: House of Danger
 

 

Dan King

Travis Hill
(25:55) Next, the trio discuss how people learn games and how they may possibly in the future.
 
 
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Direct download: obg313_082718.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Donald talks with Adrienne Ezell and Sarah Ovenall about what they've played lately.
 

  

Adrienne Ezell

 Sarah Ovenall
(24:28) Next, the trio discuss inclusiveness in gaming.
 
(1:08:08) Lastly, Erik and Bruce do a review-a-palooza talking about:
  • Sonar
  • Monster Crunch
  • Big Trouble in Little China
  • 5 Minute Marvel
  • Sentinels of the Multiverse: Oblivaeon
 
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In this episode, Issac talks with Adrienne Ezell about the Stronghold and Indie Board and Cards merger (among other things).

 

 
(24:00) Next, the duo discuss what a day in the life of this most recent GenCon was like.
 
(1:24:41) Lastly, Brian Counter talks to us about another Alexa skill, this time Oregon Trail.
 
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Direct download: obg311_081318.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode of On Board Games Seth Anderson joins Donald Dennis to talk about gaming as an expat living in China, including finding local gamers, counterfeit games, and problems with kickstarter fulfillment issues.  

 

 
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Bez from Stuff by Bez about games they've played lately, including:
  • Ticket to Ride New York
  • Coloretto
  • Big Trouble in Little China
  • Heroes of Land Air and Sea
  • Codenames
  • Codenames Duet

 

(33:28) Next, the trio discuss creating game days and other events, whether they are promoting a new game or just celebrating a birthday.
 
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Direct download: obg309_073018.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce do a Review-a-palooza and talk about:
  • Gloomhaven at Walmart
  • Target Exclusive - Choose Your Own Adventure House of Danger
  • Movie - Late Shift
  • Drop Mix
  • Ticket to Ride New York
  • Seafall
  • Space Base

 

Be sure to let them know what they got wrong in our Guild at Board Game Geek.

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Direct download: obg308_072318.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk with Stephen Buonocore from Stronghold Games about games they've played lately including:
  • Big Trouble in Little China
  • Detective
  • Gold Fever
  • Loopin' Louie
  • MemoArrr!
  • Whoosh: Bounty Hunters
  • Paper Tales
  • Seafall
  • Gloomhaven
 

(23:56) Then, Stephen talks about what games he really likes and we dive into what makes those games great.

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In this episode, Isaac and Don talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Gloomhaven (big surprise there)
  • Now Boarding
  • The King's Abby
  • Hunt for the Ring
  • Touring Tumble
  • My Little Pony: Tales of Equestria
  • Dragon Castle
 

(53:13) Then, the duo answer so mail from the Dear On Board Games mailbag.

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Direct download: obg306_070918.mp3
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Eric Summerer from the Dice Tower about things he saw at Origins and games they've played lately including:
Gizmos
Space Base
Lost in Ry'leh
Monkey
Crown and Kingdom
Merchants and Marauders
Coimbra
 

(22:41) Next, the trio talk all about playing games with kids and do an impromptu Triple-Play on the subject.

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Direct download: obg305_070218.mp3
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In this episode,Erik talks briefly about his appearance on the Analog Gamer's Podcast.
 

Next, Isaac talks with Lior Keinan about Kickstarter and after Kickstarter as well as the gaming scene in Israel.

(54:55) Lastly, Brian Counter tells us about a couple of more Alexa games: End Zone Football and Superhero Builder.

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Direct download: obg304_062518.mp3
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Nate Scheidler from Gigamic games about games they've played lately including:
  • Survive: Escape from Atlantis
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Gloomhaven
  • One Deck Dungeon
  • Battlestar Galactica

 

(20:26) Next, the trio talk about the impact of a bubble in the board gaming industry.

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Direct download: obg303_061818.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Kathleen talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Legacy of Dragonholt
  • Magical Athlete
  • Heaven and Ale

 

(23:32) Next, the duo talk about the presentations they will be making at the Tabletop Network Conference ... and pickles.

(1:05:05) Lastly, Brian Counter tells us about No Thanks on the Alexa.

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Direct download: obg302_061118.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac talks about the Azimuth Kickstarter.

 

(4:15) Next, T C Petty III and Seth Jaffee have another argument hour, this time about rehashing games.

(1:29:25) Lastly, Brian Counter tells us about the Alexa game Superhero Builder.

 Thanks to Brian Counter also for the Argument Hour theme music.

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Direct download: obg301_060418.mp3
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In this celebratory episode, Don, Erik, Isaac, and Bruce talk about 300 episodes and a bit of the history of On Board Games

 

Next, the fab four tackle some questions from the "Dear On Board Games" mail bag.

(1:27:06) Lastly, we play some of the congratulatory voicemails we received.

 

A big THANK YOU to all of our great listeners. We would not be here without you.

 

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Direct download: obg300_052818.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac is joined by Tiffany Caires, the One TAR, to talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Days of Steam
  • Traders of Genoa
  • The Mind
  • Welcome to
  • Drop It
 

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(28:20) Next, the two talk about the finances of game publishing.

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Direct download: obg299_052118.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, Erik, Bruce Voge, and Kathleen Mercury all come together to talk about... well a bunch of random stuff, really.
 

Then the move on to this month's triple-play topic: Dexterity Games!

 

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Direct download: obg298_051418.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, TC Petty III and Seth Jaffee have an argument.
 
 
(1:01:23) In the second segment, Brian Counter takes a look at another couple of Alexa games: Yes Sire and Rogue's Choice

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Direct download: obg297_050718.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk about Gloomhaven and then dive into reviews of:
 
  • Heroes of Land, Air, and Sea
  • Funky Chicken
  • Noria
  • Monster Match
  • Gang Rush Breakout
  • Cahoots
  • Lock Paper Scissors: The Lost Mummy
  • SteamRollers
  • Memoarrr!
  • Dark Moon: Shadow Corp

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Direct download: obg296_043018.mp3
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk about some recent posts in the guild and games they've played lately, including:
  • Heroes of Land, Air, and Sea
  • Gloomhaven
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Codenames Duet
 
(20:00) Following that, the two welcome Michael Coe from Gamelyn games to talk about the Kickstarter lifecycle.
 
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Direct download: obg295_042318.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don is joined by Nick Mariner and Prof-emeritus Lazer Books himself, Chris Barter, to talk about games they've played lately, including:
  • Flow of History
  • Ascension
  • DC Deck Builder: Teen Titans
  • Can't Stop
  • Sushi Go
  • Noria
  • Heroes of Land, Air, and Sea
  • Charterstone
 
 
(30:36) Following that, the trio talk about geek intersections in the hobby. How we can nerd out on non-game things.
 
(1:25:49) Lastly, Brian Counter talks about the Alexa game Wayne Investigation
 
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Direct download: obg294_041618.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don are joined by Michael Fox to talk about games they've played lately, including:
  • Gloomhaven
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Illimat
  • Welcome to Your Perfect Home
  • SteamRollers
  • Nations: The Dice Game
  • Through the Ages the App
 
 
(40:23) Following that, the trio talk about themes and licenses that make you like a game more than maybe you should.
 
(1:18:22) Lastly, Don, Erik, and Giles grab the last letter from the Dear On Board Games mailbag. Please send more in to onboardgames.net@gmail.com
 
 
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Direct download: obg293_040918.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk about games they've played including:
  • Gloomhaven
  • Codepillar
  • Oh My Goods
  • Magic: The Gathering - Unstable Draft
  • Bohnanza
  • C-Jump
  • Flux
  • Roller Coaster Challenge
 
 
(23:52) Following that, the duo talk about this month's triple-play topic: Zombie games!
 
(1:07:18) Lastly, Don, Erik, and Giles grab another letter from the Dear On Board Games mailbag.
 
 
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Direct download: obg292_040218.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Isaac talks about games they've played including:
  • Monster Match
  • Morels
  • Gloomhaven
  • Unlock: Island of Dr. Guise
  • Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time
 
 
(30:56) Following that, the duo talk about various collection issues how to cull, and why some games never leave your collection.
 
(1:13:45) Lastly, Brian Counter takes a look at another Alexa game Shadow Realm.
 
 
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Direct download: obg291_032618.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac talks with Eric Buscemi about games they've played.
 
 
(45:57) Following that, the duo talk about Asmodee's acquisitions, both the pro and con sides.
 
(1:17:21) Lastly, Brian Counter takes a look at the Alexa game Dungeon Adventure.
 
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Direct download: obg290_031918.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk about the latest news in the Robotech RPG Tactics Kickstarter.
 
 
Following that, the duo perform a Review-A-Palooza on:
Dropmix
Dr. Who Flux
Blank, the Card Game
One Deck Dungeon
Major General Duel of Time
Age of Rivals
Coin Quest
Noria
Exodus Fleet
 
(1:02:32) Lastly, Erik, Don, and Giles grab a couple of letters from the Ask On Board Games mailbag.
 
 
  
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Direct download: obg289_031218.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by the Podfather himself, Stephen Buonocore from Stronghold Games to talk about what they've played lately, including:
  • 7th Continent
  • Cursed Court
  • Gloomhaven
  • Noria
  • Indian Summer
  • Tumblin' Dice
  • Near and Far
  • Lock Paper Scissors
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(32:03) Next, the trio talk about games that teach themselves, including app-based games and Fabled Games.
 
(1:23:28) Lastly, Brian Counter is back, this time talking to us about Gods of War.
 
 
  
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Direct download: obg288_030518.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Chaz Marler from Pair of Dice Paradise to talk about what they've played lately, including:
  • Star Trek Ascendancy
  • Untold Adventures Awaits
  • Charterstone
  • Oh My Goods
  • Santiago
  • Gloomhaven
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(28:45) Next, the trio talk about this month's triple-play: Campaign games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg287_022618.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Curt Covert of Smirk and Dagger Games to talk about what they've played lately, including:
  • Unearth
  • Gloomhaven
  • Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time
  • Clank in Space
  • Blank the Card Game
  • Hostage Negotiator
 
 
(41:42) Next, the trio talk about creating an new imprint for your existing game company.
 
(1:21:50) Lastly, fan favorite Brian Counter is back with a look at Blue Moon City.
 
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Direct download: obg286_021918.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac is joined by Matt Loomis to talk about what they've played lately.
 
 
(22:09) Next, the two talk about designing games for new gamers.
 
(1:04:46) Lastly, Erik, Don, and Giles pull another letter out of the ask OBG mailbag.
 
This episode sponsored by The Grand Gamers Guild. Check out Endeavor on Kickstarter starting January 30th. Visit endeavorgame.com for more information.
 
This episode was lovingly edited by Gruven Reuven. Thanks GR.
 
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Direct download: obg285_021118.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Giles Pritchard to talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Vikings
  • Kingdom Builder
  • Harry Potter: Battle at Hogwarts
  • LoTR Confrontation
  • Indian Summer
  • Gloomhaven
  • Rising Sun
 
(28:34) Next, the trio talk about the latest triple-play topic: civilization games/.
 
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Direct download: obg284_020518.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Issac talks with Marc Specter to talk about what they've played lately including:
  • Survive: Escape from Atlantis with the Dolphin and Squid
  • Fabled Fruit
  • Power Grid
  • Mask of Anubis/Mask of the Pharoah
 
(25:45) Next, the two talk about mature themes in gaming.
 
(1:15:38) Lastly, Erik, Don, and Giles pull a question from the Ask On Board Games mailbag.

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Direct download: obg283_012918.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this extra-large episode, Issac and Stephanie are joined by T. C. Petty III to talk about what they've played lately.
 
(58:56) Next, the three talk about soulful Euros.
 
(2:03:34) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:
  • Fortress
  • Flame Rouge: Peleton
  • Pursuit of Happiness: Community
  • Bottle Imp
  • Indian Summer
  • Finders Seekers
  • Seikatsu
  • Tiny Epic Zombies

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Direct download: obg282_012218.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don is joined by Scott Nicholson to talk about what they've played lately.
 
(21:10) Next, the duo talk about the Dice Tower cruise and cruising in general, especially for gamers.
 
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Direct download: obg281_011518.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with Adam Cetnerowski about games they've played lately.
 
 
(34:04) In the second segment, the trio talk about a board game design retreat.
 
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Direct download: obg280_010818.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don do nothing but reviews!
 
In the Review-A-Palooza, Don and Erik take a look at:
  • Fear
  • Fortress
  • Flee
  • Felicity: The Cat in the Sack
  • Limes
  • Secrets of the Lost Tomb
  • Fog of Love
  • One Night Ultimate Alien
  • Werewords
  • Thunderbirds are Go
  • Muse
  • Gloomhaven
  
Enjoy and happy 2018.
 
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Direct download: obg279_010118.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:03pm EDT

In this special cross-over episode with Games in Schools and Libraries, Don and Kathleen Mercury talk with Geoffrey Englestein from the Ludology podcast and many games designs about games they've played/designed lately.
 
 
 
(26:43) Next, the trio talk about computational thinking and game design.
 
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
 
Enjoy.
 
 
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Direct download: obg278_122517.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Isaac talk with Flip Florey from Flip the Table and the upcoming Flip Florey's Super Saturday Boardgame Serial about games they've played lately including:
 
  • Century Spice Road
  • Rokoko
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Drop Mix
  • Raiders of the North Sea
  • Gloomhaven
  • Magic Maze
 
 
(30:20) Next, the trio talk about finding fun in board games.
 
(1:26:49) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Bruce take a look at the Jackbox Party Pack 4 games.
 
Enjoy.
 
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Direct download: obg277_121817.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Juliana Patel and Ariel Rubin, designers of Escape Room in a Box, the Werewolf Experiment about games they've played lately including:
 
  • Season 2 Pandemic Legacy
  • SCYTHE
  • Splendor
  • Spice Road
  • Terraforming Mars & Terraforming Mars: Hellas & Elysium
  • Not Alone: Exploration
  • The Floor is Lava
  • Werewolf
 
(28:53) Next, the trio talk about escape rooms and games. Specific escape rooms mentioned include:
  • Escape Room LA - Mayan Pyramid
  • Oklahoma Escape Games
  • The Sanctuary in OKC
  • Five Wits
  • 60 Out
  • Unlockables - are you unlockable
  • The Hideout - Arcane Escape Rooms
  • Beta Testing for the Stash House
 (56:07) Lastly, Donald, Erik, and Giles tackle another couple of questions from the Ask On Board Games mailbag.
 
Enjoy.
 
Other related episodes to listen to:

Room Escape Divas #53 - Escape Room in a Box: The Werewolf Experiment

OBG 181: Let Me Out of This Box

Werewolf Experiment review OBG 265: Dear On Board Games

 
 
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Direct download: obg276_121117.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Bruce talk about their experiences at Pax Unplugged.
 
(1:07:16) In the Review-A-Palooza, Don and Erik take a look at:
  • Nerdvana
  • Games HQ
  • Codenames Disney and Marvel
  • The Lords of Rock
  • Otys
  • Space Freaks
  • Magic Maze
  • The Thing
  • Prof Evil and the Citadel of Time
  • Flee
  • Alicematic
 
 
Enjoy.
 
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Direct download: obg275_120417.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Bruce talk about their experiences at Essen.
 
(45:11) In the second segment, Don, Giles, and Erik answer a question from the Dear On Board Games mailbag.
 
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Direct download: obg274_112717.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don are at BGG Con, baby!
 
For BGG Con we're going to be uploading short bits as we record them so you can feel what its like to be at a BGG Con with us.
 
This episode has Erik and Don talk about the con as a whole while being really tired on Saturday night.
 
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Direct download: obg273_111617c.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:28am EDT

 
In this episode, Erik and Don are at BGG Con, baby!
 
For BGG Con we're going to be uploading short bits as we record them so you can feel what its like to be at a BGG Con with us.
 
This episode has Don talking first to Alex Yeager from Mayfair Games.
 
Next, Don chats with Morgan from Catan Studio.
 
Lastly, Don talks with Barry Goldestein about his upcoming game Lucid City.
 
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Direct download: obg273_111617b.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:21pm EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don are at BGG Con, baby!
 
For BGG Con we're going to be uploading short bits as we record them so you can feel what its like to be at a BGG Con with us.
 
This is from Thursday morning talking quickly (before the room filled up with loud people).
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 9:52am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk with Daryl Andrews about games they've played lately.
 

 
(25:19) In the second segment, the trio talk aspects of game design.
 
(52:15) Next, Don talks with folks from the Dallas Games Marathon
 
(57:42) In the Review-a-palooza, Don and Stephanie Fry look at:
  • Battle Gnomes
  • Voodoo Mania
  • Not Alone
  • Skyward  - Allegiances, Discord expansions
  • Dark Souls
  • Zendo
  • Unlock
 (1:29:47) Lastly, Brian Counter takes a look at Parade.
 
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Direct download: obg272_111317.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Donald and Erik talk with Ted Alspach from Bezier Games about games they've played lately.
 

 
(30:17) In the second segment, the trio talk about this month's Triple-Play: Social Deduction games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg271_110617.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Donald and Bruce talk with Mike Selinker about games they've played lately.
 

(39:32) In the second segment, the duo have a coffee talk about games and the game industry.
 
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Direct download: obg270_103017.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Donald and Isaac talk about games they've played recently.
 
(30:59) In the second segment, the duo talk about two player games.
 
(1:12:37) Next, Don talks with John Clair about card building games and his new game Downfall.
 
(1:28:35) Lastly, Isaac brings on his son Jesse to talk about the Yulu line of escape room games.
 
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Direct download: obg269_102317.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Donald and Erik talk with Danny Lott, designer of Coma Ward, where they discuss games they've played recently, including:
  • 7th Continent
  • Seafall
  • Bob Ross, the Art of Chill
  • Ravenloft (Dungeons & Dragons RPG)
  • Fabled Fruit
  • Time Stories

(25:40) In the second segment, the trio talk about staging horror in tabletop board gaming.
 
  
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Direct download: obg268_101617.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie are together where they discuss games they've played recently, including:
  • Rocky Road a-la-mode
  • 7th Continent
  • This War of Mine
  • The Bloody Inn
(51:02) In the second segment, the duo are joined by David Gerrard of Junk Spirit Games to talk about not hiring employees, but rather seeking allies.
 
 
(1:23:47) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:
  • Tiny Epic Quest
  • Paranoia
  • Adventure Maximus
  • The Space Adventure
  • Clank! Sunken Treasures
  • 7th Continent
  • Paramedics: Clear!
  • The Game/The Game on Fire
  • Kingdomino
 
(2:15:37) Lastly, Brian Counter is back again, this time with a look at San Marco.
 
The OnRPGs episode that Don mentions that talks about Paranoia is episode 21.
 
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Direct download: obg267_100917.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by E. R. Burgess from Board Game Babylon where they discuss games they've played recently, including:
  • Above & Below
  • Space Adventure
 
 
 
 
(17:08) In the second segment, the trio delve into this month's Triple-Play: Cthulhu games.
 
(1:19:33) Lastly, Brian Counter is back, this time with a look at Rattus.
 
 
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Direct download: obg266_100217.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce are joined by the Scholeologist himself, Bob Wieman where they discuss games they've played recently, including:
  • Dice Forge
  • Letter Tycoon
  • Mythos Tales
  • Sagrada
  • Shop N' Time
  • Dominion Prosperity
  • Sidereal Confluence
  • Bob Ross: The Art of Chill
  • Escape Room in a Box: The Werewolf Experiment
 

 
 
(1:09) In the second segment, the trio answer questions from the On Board Games mailbag.
 
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Direct download: obg265_092617.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:51pm EDT

In this episode, Issac talks with Sen Foong Lim and Jessey Wright, designers of the game The Legend of Korra: Pro Bending Arena, about what they've played lately.
 

 
 
(34:13) In the second segment, the trio talk about the narrative arc in games.
 
(56:46) Lastly, Isaace is joined by Seth Jaffe, designer of many Tasty Minstral Games, to add some more words to the Game Designer's Glossary.

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Direct download: obg264_091817.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games about what they've played lately, including:
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Dealine
  • Seikatsu
  • Clank
  • Warfighter
 

 
 
(20:46) In the second segment, the trio talk about print runs and figuring out how many games to print.

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Direct download: obg263_091117.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, Erik and Issac talk about what Isaac saw at GenCon
 
 
 
(31:50) In the second segment, the trio talk about this month's triple-play topic: Worker Placement games.

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Direct download: obg262_090417.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Michael Coe from Gamelyn games to talk about games they've played recently, including:
  • Wits & Wagers: Party Edition
  • Family Feud 1978
  • Monopoly Gamer
  • Caverna: Cave vs. Cave
  • Terraforming Mars Solo
  • King Domino
  • Onitama
 
 
 
(26:50) In the second segment, the trio talk about starting a Kickstarter over, why to do it and the implications.
 
(1:06:31) In the Review-A-Palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Pit Crew
  • Fields of Green
  • Terraforming Mars: Hellas and Elysium maps
  • Shadowrift
  • Evolution: Flight
  • Super Motherlode
  • Wits and Wagers: Party Edition
  • Caverna: Cave vs. Cave
  • Finders Seekers
 
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Direct download: obg261_082817.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, and Erik talk about games they've played recently, including:
  • Dead Last
  • Manila
  • Pandemic Legacy
  • Orleans
  • Catan
 
 
 
(24:08) In the second segment, the duo talk about how great of a game Catan is, what some of the expansions provide, and what other game expansions provide similar experiences.
 
(1:02:28) In the final segment, Brian Counter talks about Circus Flohcati.

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Direct download: obg260_082117.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, and Isaac talk with game designer Chad Zaugg about games they've played recently, including:
  • Tiny Epic Quest
  • Bang!
  • Go
  • Clank
  • Ice Cool
 
 
 
(33:35) In the second segment, the trio talk about mistakes game designers make.
 
(1:39:39) Next, Brian Counter weighs in on last episode's triple-play topic, Dragons.
 
(1:41:20) Lastly, in the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Voodoo
  • H.I.D.E.
  • Roborally
  • Oh My Goods
  • Knuckle Sammich
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Flamme Rouge
  • Castles of Caladale
 
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Direct download: obg259_081417.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don, Isaac, and Erik talk about games they've played recently, including:
  • Friday
  • Exit: The Cabin
  • Tiny Epic Quest
  • Fabled Fruit
 
 
 
(35:28) In the second segment, the trio talk about this month's triple-play topic: Dragons!
 
 
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Direct download: obg258_080717.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Stephanie talk with Josh Cappel from Grand Gamers Guild about games they've played lately including:
  • Quartermaster General
  • Baren Park
 
 
 
(29:15) In the second segment, the trio talk about the importance of good graphic design in board games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg257_073117.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with Michael Fox about games they've played lately including:
  • Kingdomino
  • Dice Forge
  • Yokohama

They also discuss the Spiel des Jahres winners.

 
 
 
(50:15) In the second segment, the trio reach deep into the mailbag for an Ask On Board Games segment.
 
(1:16:17) In the middle of the questions, Don lists out what conventions the various OBG folks will be at this year.
 
 
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Direct download: obg256_072417.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Isaac talk about games they've played lately including:
  • Evolution
  • Terraforming Mars
  • Bears vs. Babies
  • Jump Drive
  • Heroes Wanted
  • Mechs vs. Minions
  • Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle
 
 
 
(34:13) In the second segment, Erik and Isaac talk about the triple-play for this month: what makes a pool-building game and list their triple-play choices.
 
(1:28:37) Brian Mayer and Brian Counter both give their list of triple-play choices.
 
 
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Direct download: obg255_071717.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Scott Nicholson about their recent travels.
 
 
 
(19:39) In the second segment, Don and Scott talk about using games in non-industry professions.
 
 
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Direct download: obg254_071017.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don talks with Jonathan Bishop about Origins 2017.
 
 
 
(33:42) In the Review-a-palooza, Don and Erik look at:
  • Spy
  • Escape from the Aliens in Outer Space
  • Macroscope
  • Get the Cheese
  • Frogriders
  • Codinca
  • 1572: The Lost Expedition
  • Ta-da!
  • Fantasy Realms
 
 
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Direct download: obg253_070317.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Erik talks with Mark Kale from Mega Moose Con about what they've played lately which includes:
  • Ethnos
  • Rise of the Tribes
  • Battlestar Galactica
  • Sentinels of the Multiverse
  • Unlock
  • Heroes Wanted
  • Prophecy
  • Tournament at Camelot
  • Garbage Day
 
 
 
(25:43) Next, they talk about finding others to game with and how to build a game group.
 
 
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Direct download: obg252_062617.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Brian Counter about what they've played lately which includes:
  • Clank!
  • Mystic Vale
  • Letter Tycoon
  • Celstra
  • Royal Turf - Running Man style
 
 
 
(16:50) Next they cover a quick bit of news about Geek Chic and Asmodee.

(27:24) Lastly, the three talk about the allure of old games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg251_061917.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Don and Stephanie talk about what they've played lately which includes:
  • Stardew Valley
  • Exit
  • Stargazer's Manor
 
 
 
They then go into discussing escape room games, both the tabletop kind and the physical kind.

(1:11:09) Lastly, Don and Bruce open up the mailbag and answer several "Ask OBG" questions.
 
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik talks to Marc Specter from Grand Gamers Guild about the games they've played lately, including:
  • Alien Frontiers
  • Penny Arcade deck builder
  • King of Tokyo
  • Biotics
  • Survive
  • The Exit
  • Burgle Bros

 

 
(22:22) After that, they talk pirate games for the month's triple-play.
 
(1:13:51) Next, we listen to what pirate games our contributors picked.
 
(1:21:35) Brian Counter is back telling us about the game Gravwell.
 
(1:24:28) Lastly, Don, Erik, and Marc talk about what makes a game worthy of being published.

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In this episode, Don talks to Nicole Hoye about the games they've played lately, including:
  • Avenue
  • Islebound
  • Valetta
  • Two Rooms and a Boom
  • No Thanks!

 

 There was some miscommunication behind the scenes so Erik mistakenly said Nicole was with the STRONG Museum of Play. That is incorrect, she is a museum enthusiast who shared her patron experiences at the STRONG but is not officially associated with the museum.
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(23:55) After that, they talk about games in  museums.
 
(1:00:00) Lastly, Isaac talks with Mike Fitzgerald about underdeveloped games.

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In this episode, Erik and Bruce talk with Chris Barter, Professor Laserbooks from Flip the Table, about the games they've played lately, including:
  • Heroes of Land, Air, and Sea
  • World's Fair 1893
  • Epic Spell Wars: Duel at Mt. Skullzfyre
  • Quixx

 

 
 
(22:16) After that, the three talk about bringing your own fun to a game.
 

 
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In this episode, Isaac talks with Michael Mindes from Tasty Minstrel Games all about TMGs future crowdfunding plans.
 
 
 
(53:50) And in the Review-a-palooza, Don and Erik look at:
  • Carcassonne: Amazonas
  • Carcassonne: South Seas
  • Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: Jack the Ripper & West End Adventures
  • Above and Below
  • Chemistry Fluxx 
  • Nature Fluxx 
  • Math Fluxx 
  • Firefly: Crime & Punishment expansion
  • Imagine
  • Click Clack Lumberjack
  • Jungle Speed Extreme Expansion
  • Escape Room: The Game
 
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In this episode, Isaac is joined by Ben and Georgios from the Perfect Information podcast to talk about why designers shouldn't write rulebooks.
 
 
 
(1:28:43) In the second segment, we welcome Brian Counter to talk about Jamaica (the game, not the nation).
 
(1:31:50) Lastly, Don and Stephanie talk with Stephen Miller about legacy games, both board and video.
 
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In this episode, Don and Isaac are joined by Matt Loomis to talk about what they've played lately which includes:
  • King Domino
  • Patchwork
  • Onitama
  • Carcassone games
  • Takenoko
  • Vast
  • Terraforming Mars
 
 
 
(36:03) In the second segment, Don, Isaac, and Matt talk about trick-taking games and their picks for April's Triple Play.
 
(1:39:24) We listen to a couple of listener calls about their picks for trick-taking games.
 
(1:44:35) Next, Erik and Bruce talk about their trick-taking choices.
 
(2:03:18) Lastly, Don and Erik reveal the Triple Play topic for May.
 
 
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In this episode, Don and Stephanie are joined by Daniel Peterson of Mayday Games to talk about what they've played lately which includes:
  • Onirim
  • Aeons End
  • Flip the Table
  • Sanssouci
  • Sagrada
  • Rick and Morty: Mr. Meeseeks' Box o' Fun Dice and Dares Game
  • Seafall
 
 
 
(29:28) In the second segment, Don, Stephanie, and Daniel talk about how to take a good game and make it great.
 
(1:19:31) Isaac and Doug Levandowski bring us the Game Designers Glossary
 
(1:52:57) And in the Review-a-palooza, Don and Erik look at:
  • Coal Baron the Great Card Game
  • Orc
  • Missing Link
  • Box
  • Super Dungeon Explore
  • Boo
  • Schroedinger's Cats
  • Star Wars Destiny
  • Seafall
 
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Marc Specter from Grand Gamers Guild to talk about what they've played lately.
 
 
 
(23:41) In the second segment, Erik, Don, and Marc talk about some of the unexpected things that happen when you are a publisher.
 
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In this episode, Isaac talks with Cool Mini or Not's Chern An Ng about Kickstarter from CMON's perspective.
 
 
 
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In this episode, Isaac and Bruce talk about the triple-play for March: Viking games.
 
(55:56) Erik and Don give their choices for the Triple Play and announce April's triple play topic.
 
 
(1:13:12) In the Review-a-palooza, Don, Erik, and Bruce take a look at:
  • Dresden Files
  • Isle of Monsters
  • Get Rich Quick
  • Tak
  • Race Formula 90: Expansion 1
  • Coal Baron the Great Card Game
  • Meteor
  • Dig
  • Coloretto
  • Mangaka
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik are joined not only by Bruce, but the entire Party Game Cast: Rocki, Mike, and Brian. Together they all talk about some food they've eaten and where party games are going, as well as what is a party game.
 
 

 
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In this episode, Issac and Stephanie talk with Lyle and Chris from Crit Camp Gaming about broadcasting their board gaming on Twitch.
 
 
(49:10) In the Review-a-Palooza Isaac and Stephanie look at:
  • Barcelona: The Rose of Fire
  • Lords of Scotland
  • Build or Boom
 
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In this episode, Don, Erik, and Scott Nicholson talk about starting the podcast 10 years ago and how its evolved. They then discuss games they are still playing from 10 years ago.
 
 
(59:58) Isaac and Stephanie discuss the games they are still playing from 10 years ago.
 
(1:10:15) Isaac and Stephanie discuss this month's triple play topic: drafting games.
 
(1:53:40) Don, Erik and Scott look at their triple play picks for drafting games.
 
(2:11:03) Lastly, Giles adds his own take to 10 years and the triple play.

 
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In this episode, Isaac talks with Matt Wolfe from Game Designers of North Carolina, about gaming terminology; specifically about decision scales.
 
 
(27:26) Giles adds his own terminology to our growing lexicon.
 
(29:22) Lastly, Giles and Don go out to the Game Shed.

 
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In this episode, Don and Isaac talk with Dirk Knemeyer from Artana Games about what they've played lately.
 
 
(43:52) Next, Isaac, Don, and Dirk talk about the vocabulary of games.
 
(1:57:07) Lastly, Erik and Don take a further look at the Robotech RPG Tactics Kickstarter.
 
 
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In this episode, Don and Stephanie talk about the latest serious issue that has come up on the Robotech Tactics Kickstarter.
 
 
(39:50) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Hex Casters
  • Portal of Heroes
  • Where's My Chainsaw
  • Avalance at Yeti Mountain
  • Saboteur: The Duel
 
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In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk with Nick Mariner from the Perfect Information Podcast abou the BGG Con Premium tickets.
 
 
(33:06) Next, the three engage in a critical discussion of board gaming and society.
 
(1:25:05) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Heroes of Land, Air, & Sea
  • Pack of Heroes
  • Deception: Murder in Hong Kong
  • Nerdy Inventions
  • Arcane Academy
  • Potion Explosion iOS
  • Kanagawa
  • Black Orchestra
 
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In this episode, Don, Erik, and Bruce talk about their picks for the Triple Play of January: racing games.
 
(1:02) Next, Isaac and Stephanie talk to Steve Schirra from Twitch all about broadcasting board games.
 
 
(1:46) Lastly, Don talks briefly about a game company's opportunity to raise money for charity.
 
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In this episode, Don and Isaac talk to Andrew Parks from Quixotic Games about intellectual property and the rising costs due to import fees on products from China.
 
 
(35:18) Next, Don, Isaac, and Andrew Parks talk all about deck/pool building games.
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk about what they've played lately, including a preview of Gamelyn Games' Heroes of Land, Air, and Sea and a review of Asmodee Digital's Mysterium on Steam.
 
 
(29:50) Next, Don and Erik talk about the impact of spatial aspects of board games.
 
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In this episode, Isaac talks to Amber Cook, manager of Asmodess Digital, about what they've played lately.
 
 
(31:24) Then, Isaac and Amber discuss digital and the tabletop and where things are going.
 
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In this episode, Don and Isaac talk to Jeff Bailey about what they've played lately and social enjoyment in board games.
 
 
(1:05:14) In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik look at:
  • Santorini
  • Turbo Drift
  • A Fake Artist Goes to NY
  • Deap Sea Adventure Game
  • Jorvik
  • La Granja: No Siesta
  • Sola Fide
  • Fabled Fruits (redux)
 
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In this episode, Don talks with Bill Corey from the Cubist podcast about walking around, meeting people, connecting with, and forming, your tribe at conventions.
 
 
(34:13) Next, Don, Bruce, and Erik introduce a new monthly segment called Triple Play. This month's topic: race games.
 
(37:48) After that, Isaac introduces a new segment called Critical Hits.
 
(48:53) Lastly, in the review-a-palooza, Erik and Bruce look at the Jackbox Party Pack 3.
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk to Michael J. Fox, of the Little Metal Dog show fame, about how to show off your game at a convention.
 
 
(53:11) Next, Isaac and Erik talk about the year 2016 as far as gaming is concerned.
 
(1:47:20) Lastly, in the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik look at:
  • Katominos
  • Survive: 30th Anniversary Edition
  • Evolution: Climate
  • Star Trek Panic
  • Castle Panic: Engines of War
  • Oh My Goods!
  • Codenames Pictures
  • Codenames Deep Undercover
  • Street Kings
 
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In this episode, Bruce and Stephanie talk to Nate Scheidler of Gigamic Games about what games they've played lately.
 
 
(19:15) Next, they talk about how Nate's been doing since last on the show and building a game company's presence.
 
(51:07) In the final segment, Don talks to Dan DiLorenzo about R&R Games.
 
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In this episode, Erik and Don talk to Kimberly Bullock about what games she's played lately.
 
 
(21:52) Next, they talk about how to build a small convention from the ground up.
 
(1:00:34) In the final segment, Stephanie talks to Rob Daviau about his new venture Restoration Games; what it is and what games they are going to save and bring back.
 
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In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk about their experiences at BGG Con.
 
 
(41:25) Next, Isaac and Stephanie discuss many of the games they played there.
 
(1:02:49) In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:
  • Fuji Flush
  • Fabled Fruit
  • Coconuts
  • Tiny Epic Quest
  • Letter Tycoon
  • Wordsy
  • CopyCat
  • Harry Potter and the Battle for Hogwarts
  • Ra
 
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Live from BGG Con!
 
In this episode, Erik, Donald, Bruce, and Reed Little talk about what they are interested in in the con.
 
 
(9:35) Next, Don, Erik, Patrick Hillier (from the What Did You Play This Week Podcast), Matt Saunders (designer of Mow Money) and Barry Goldstein (clinical psychologist) talk about Publisher speed dating, convention tips, introverts, and extroverts.
 
This episode is sponsored by Mythic Battles Pantheon currently on Kickstarter. Check it out!
 
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In this episode, Donald talks to Twitch Game Night's Nicole at the Dallas Games Marathon.
 
 
(13:20) Next, Don talks to Gil Hova at BGG Con.
 
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In this episode, Don is joined by Erik Teo from Push Your Luck Podcast and Michael Fox, yes, THE Michael Fox to talk about games they've played lately.
 
 
(24:40) Next, they talk about games from Asia and their impact here in the US and Europe.
 
(1:33:50) After that, Erik Dewey and Donald talk about the contest winner from our recent Gigamic contest and in the review-a-palooza they look at:
  • Flamme Rouge
  • Fight for Olympus
  • Fuji Flush
  • Now & Venn
  • Labyrinth of Life
  • Double Cross
  • Fabled Fruit
  • Assassincon
  • Dead Last
 
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In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk to Adrienne Ezell about what they've played lately.
 
 
(34:23) Next, they talk about graphic design in board games and its importance.
 
(1:12:27) After that, Isaac talks to Jake Thornton about Mythic Battles, the latest game coming out from Monolith Games.
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk to Kathleen Donahue from the Labyrinth Game Shop in Washington DC about what they've played lately.
 
 
(32:41) Next, they answer a listener question and then talk about bring games from the game store to the classroom.
 
This episode is sponsored by Gigamic Games. No matter how you say it, Gigamic means fun.
 
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In this episode, Don and Bruce talk to Erik Arneson about what they've been playing lately.
 
 
(28:10) Next, they are joined  by Jason Matthews to talk about politics in games.
 
This episode is sponsored by Gigamic Games. No matter how you say it, Gigamic means fun.
 
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In this episode, Erik and Isaac talk about what they've played lately.

 

(41:37) Then, Erik and Isaac talk about Mechs & Minions and a few Kickstarters they are waiting on.

 

(1:18:25) In the review-a-palooza, Don and Stephanie Frey look at:

  • Evolution: The Beginning
  • Creepiest Pet Shop
  • Women in Science
  • El Capitan
  • Ticket to Ride: Rails & Sails
  • Encounters: Shadowrun
  • Pandemic: Reign of Cthulhu

 

This episode is sponsored by Gigamic Games.

 

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In this episode, Don and Bruce talk to Mike Selinker from Lone Shark Games about games they've played lately.
 
 
(30:10) Next, they talk about horro games.
 
 This episode is sponsored by Gigamic Games. No matter how you say it, Gigamic means fun.
 
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In this very special episode of On Board Games, Erik, Don, and Bruce tackle nothing but reviews. They look at:

  • Thunder Alley
  • Farmageddon: Farm Fresh Edition
  • Grand Prix
  • Mow MOney
  • Ahead in the Clouds
  • Chronosphere
  • Star Trek Panic

 

As a bonus, the boys attempt to set the official world record on mispronouncing the game company Gigamic.

This episode is sponsored by Gigamic Games.

 

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In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk about games they've played lately.
 
 
(19:49) Next, they talk about some big news that's hit the game industry.
 
(53:08) Lastly, Don Erik and Stephen Buonocore from Stronghold Games talks about what it is like to be a publisher going to Essen.
 
 
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In this episode, Erik and Stephanie talk about some games they've played lately.
 
 
(20:20) Next, they talk about the joy that is solo games.
 
(55:46) Lastly, Don and Bruce take a stab an answering some questions from the "Dear On Board Games" mailbag.
 
 
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In this episode, Don and Stephanie talk to Mark Specter about a host of things game-related, including bringing games to schools and hospitals.
 
 
 
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In this episode, Don, Erik, and Bruce talk about games they respect but do not like.
 
 
(25:34) We wish Carl Gannon a happy arrival at work. Have a great day Carl.
 
(48:06) We have the first ever "Ask On Board Games" segment
 
(52:06) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik, Don, and Bruce take a look at:
  • The Dragon & Flagon
  • Agricola Mayfair Edition
  • Agricola Family Edition
  • Mystic Vail
  • Unreal Estate
  • Double Double Dominoes
 
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In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk to Daryl Andrews about they've played lately.
 
 
(44:35) Next, Isaac, Stephanie and Daryl talk about what it is like to be a full-time game designer.
 
(1:21:00) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Tiny Epic Galaxies: Beyond the Black
  • Dr. Eureka
  • Plums
  • A Fake Artist Goes to New York
  • Steampark
 
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In this episode, Erik and Don talk to Dirk Knemeyer about some games they've played lately.
 
 
(27:00) Next,Don, Erik, and Dirk talk about Asmodee's purchases of other companies and what that means for the gaming industry.
 
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In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk to Mark Specter about what they playedat GenCon.
 
 
(22:00) Next, Isaac, Stephanie, and Mark talk about what GenCon is like for a publisher, designer, and reporter.
 
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In this episode, Don and Stephanie talk to Bob Wieman about they've played lately.
 
 
(25:00) Next, Don, Stephanie and Bob talk about ethics in games.
 
(1:16:00) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik, Don, and Bruce take a look at:
  • City of Spies
  • Kraftwagen V6
  • The Pursuit of Happiness
  • The Game of 49
  • Dungeon Busters
  • Codenames: Deep Undercover
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Michael Mihealsick of Coalition Games about what they've played lately.
 
 
(20:04) Next, Don, Erik, and Michael talk about the six pillars of game design.
 
(1:01:00) Issac has a few thoughts on Asmodee's purchase of F2Z.
 
(1:06:00) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • The Networks
  • Tutti Fruitti
  • Stellar Conflict
  • Elysium
  • Piratoons
  • Battle of the Bands: 21st Century Edition
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk about Dice Tower Convention
 
 
(25:17) Next, Don and Erik talk about humor in games.
 
(1:00:58) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik, Don, and Bruce take a look at:
  • Ghostbusters: Protect the Barrier
  • Star Wars Rebellion
  • Bear Valley
  • Animals on Board
  • Between Two Cities
  • Panic Lab
  • Best Treehouse Ever
  • Backyard Builders Treehouse
  • Sushi Go Party
 
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk with Michael Coe of Gamelyn Games about what they've played lately
 
 
(26:40) Next, the three talk about all the cool happenings going on at Gamelyn Games in the near future.
 
(59:15) Lastly, Isaac and Stephanie take a very in-depth look at the new board game Scythe.
 
 
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In this episode, Don and Bruce talk with the folks from the Flip the Table podcast about their show and some of the adventures at Dice Tower Con.
 

 
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In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk to Daniel Solis about games they played lately.
 
(27:00) In the second section, they talk about life as a game entrepreneur and also an art director.
 
 
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In this celebratory episode, Scott Nicholson joins Don and Erik to talk about the history of the podcast and what is going on in Scott's life.
 
 
(57:00) Giles has some kind words to say about the show.
 
(1:00) Erik and Don talk with Stephanie about the future of the podcast.
 
(1:25) Bruce talks about the show and the future of both it and gaming.
 
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In this episode, Isaac and Stephanie talk to Marguerite Cottrell about replayability in games.
 
 
Due to the activities of Origins, there is no second segment in this episode.
 
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In this episode, Don and Erik talk to David L Hoyt about what's like to make games and puzzles for millions of people.
 
 
(41:49) In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at a ton of games:
  • Rivalry Dice
  • Firefly Fluxx
  • Space Planets
  • Tambuzi
  • Bring Your Own Book
  • Go Away Monster
  • Fast Flip
  • Circuit Maze
  • High Heavens
  • Deep Space D-6
  • Star Trek: The Dice Game
  • Captain Carcass
  • Meteor
  • Garbage Day
  • Mini Rogue
 
 
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In this episode, Stephanie and Isaac talk to Rodney Smith of Watch It Played about Watch It Played.
 
 
(51:00) Next, Don talks about some of the latest gaming news.
 
(55:00) Lastly, Don talks with Touradj Mansouri, director AEG's Vanguard Program, about that and demo teams in general.
 
 
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In this episode, Bruce talks with Mike Fitzgerald (from Ludology) and Nate Brett (from Board Game Hour) about Sports Games
 
 
(1:11:00) Next, Don and Stephanie talk about Geekway to the West
 
Be sure to check out our show sponsor Outlive's Kickstarter at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/laboitedejeu/outlive
 
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Nate Scheidler joins Donald & Erik to talk about what brand really means in the game industry. 

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Giles Pritchard and Donald talk about working with the game companies you love.
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Don and Bruce talk with Mike Selinker about the controversy surrounding crossword puzzles.
 
 
(1:11) What we've played
 
(31:11) Gridgate Discussion
 
(1:09:00) Next, Bruce and Erik talk about the relevance of game awards.
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 2:30pm EDT

Gil Hova from Formal Ferret Games joins Isaac and Stephanie to talk about some recent publisher policy changes.

 

(38:18) Then, Gil, Isaac, and Stephanie talk about the newest expansion for Bad Medicine: Second Opinion, currently on Kickstarter.

(50:36) Next, Isaac talks to show sponsor Gregory Oliver from La Boite de Jeu about that post-apocalyptic game Outlive, coming to Kickstarter May 9th. (Awesome news: no zombies!)

(1:11:55) Lastly, Isaac and Stephanie have a very interesting discussion about Tabletop day.
 
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Jared Sinclair joins Erik & Donald to discuss how some games and game environments support competitive play.

 

(1:22:09) In the reviewaplaooza Donald & Erik discuss:

  • Automobiles
  • Poseidon's Kingdom
  • Tiki Topple
  • Mogul
  • Fisticuffs
  • Firefly Kalidasa / Jetwash / Esmerelda

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So there was a Kickstarter Interview and roundup that was supposed to go into Episode 191 but I totally missed it, so here they are.
 
Isaac and Stephanie talk to Tim Lampasana about his Kickstarter: Ave.
 
 
(15:57) In Kickstarter round up, Isaac and Stephanie talk about:
  • Santorini
  • Bottom of the 9th: Clubhouse
  • Red Dragon Lair and Beyond
  • Starving Artists

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In this episode Don and Erik talk to Adam Cetnerowski to talk about game play in the work place.
 
 
In the second segment, Bruce, and Isaac reflect on Unpub. (1:02:31)

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In this episode Don and Stephanie talk to Ray Greenley about randomness in cooperative games.
 
 
In the second segment, Bruce, Isaac, and Stephanie talk about Unpub.

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In this episode Isaac talks with Dirk Kneymeyer about playtesting legacy games.
 
 
In the Review-a-palooza, Don and Stephanie Fry take a look at:
  • Stuff and Nonsense
  • 12 Days
  • Adventure Land
  • Karuba
  • Red Dragon Inn and the Pooky Expansion

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In this episode Don and Stephanie talk with the Podfather himself, Stephen Buenocore about Stronghold Games leveling up.
 
 
In the second segment, Don, Bruce, and Robin talk about print and play games and making the jump to Kickstarter.

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In this episode Erik and Don talk to Justin Gary from Stoneblade Entertainment about life on the Magic Pro tour and what it teaches about game design.
 
 
 
In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don talk about:
  • Pack O' Games 2: Rum, Sow, and Gym
  • Escape the Room
  • Sub Rosa: Spies for Hire
  • Booty
 
Stephanie and Isaac take a look at:
  • And Then we Held Hands
  • 7 Wonders Duel
  • Akrotiri
  • Tides of Time

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In this episode Stephanie and Suzanne talk to Rob Daviau about his amazing legacy games.
 
 
 
Isaac talks to Curt Covert of Smirk and Dagger games and R. Dante Lauretta with Xtronaut at New York Toy Fair.
 
Lastly, Erik and Don talk with Justin Robert Young about his game The Contender and about the game of politics in general.

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In this episode Isaac and Stephanie talk about games they've played and discuss TIME Stories.
 
 
Isaac talks to Lea Culliton from HABA Games and Stephen Buenocore from Stronghold Games while visiting them at New York Toy Fair.
 
In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Bruce take a look at:
  • Leaving Earth
  • Dragon Punch
  • Rallyman
  • Motorsport Manager
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In this episode Don and Erik talk with Dominic from Northstar Games about using games for science education.
 
 
Don talks with Dave Zuckman from Obscure Reference Games about their new game Overlords of Infamy.
 
 
Lastly, Isaac chats with Zev from WizKids about his latest endeavor.
 
 
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In this episode Isaac and Erik talk with Sen-Foong Lim about working with IPs and licensed games.
 
 
Isaac and Erik also talk with Brian Henk from Overworld Games to talk about their new expansion for Good Cop Bad Cop: Under Cover.
 
 
In the review-a-palooza, Don and Bruce take a look at:
  • The Godfather: An Offer You Can't Refuse
  • Epic Roll
  • Happy Salmon
  • Meeple Realty Castle of Mad King Ludwig Box Insert
  • Mad King Ludwig Secrets
  • Cabaret
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Direct download: obg183_022916.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:33pm EDT

In this episode Don and Stephanie are joined by Patrick from Crash Games to talk about how to level up your game company.
 
 
Don, Bruce, and Dirk Kneymeyer talk about negotiation in games.
 
 
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Direct download: obg182_022116.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:00pm EDT

In this episode Isaac and Stephanie are joined by Scott Nicholson and also Juliane Patel and Ariel Rubin to talk escape rooms and the Escape Room in a Box.
 
 
Isaac and Stephanie talk to Nick Little about Dreamwell.
 
Lastly, Isaac and Stephanie have an extra-perky Kickstarter rundown.
 

Isaac

Steph

 
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Direct download: obg181_021516.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:51pm EDT

In this episode Don and Erik talk with Jeff Siadek from Gorilla Games to talk about Battlestations and RPG/Board game hybrids.
 
 
Isaac talks to Devin Clatworthy about Ghostel

Lastly, Don and Bruce talk about board game pundits.

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Direct download: obg180_020816.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:21pm EDT

In this episode Don and Erik talk with Tommy, Lee, and Raven of Meeple Realty about game inserts.
 
 
In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Tides of Infamy
  • Council of Verona
  • King Chocolate
  • Subdivision
  • Road to Ruin

Be sure to check out the Meeple Realty website (meeplerealty.com) for a contest for OBG listeners.

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Direct download: obg179_020116.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:57am EDT

In this episode Isaac and Stephanie talk with Andrew Christopher Enriquez, of the Nerd Nighters podcast, about game table simulators.
 
 
In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Mage Wars Academy
  • TIME Stories
  • Fast and Furious: Full Throttle
  • Mystery!
  • Alibi
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Direct download: obg178_012516.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:32pm EDT

In this episode Don and Isaac talk with Alex Yeager from Mayfair Games about all of the changes going on there.
 
 
Don talks to Michael Coe from Gamelyn Games about their company and their upcoming Tiny Epic Western on Kickstarter now.
 
 
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Direct download: obg177_011816.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:31am EDT

In this episode Erik, Don, and Isaac talk about abstraction in games.
 
 In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Heroes
  • Flick 'em Up
  • Res Publica 2230
  • The Grand Austria Hotel
  • Conquest at Kismet
  • Space Cadets: Away Missions
  • King's Forge 2nd Edition
  • Cleopatra and the Society of Architects
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Direct download: obg176_011116.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:25pm EDT

OBG 175: Preview Party
In this episode Erik and Stephanie talk about some preview copies of Kickstarter games they received.
 
 In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Pret A Porter
  • Area 1851
  • Hostage Negotiator
  • Pirate Den
  • Modern Naval Combat: Global Warfare
  • The Golden Ages
  • Naval War
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Direct download: obg175_010416.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:50pm EDT

In this episode, Erik, Don, Isaac, and Stephanie talk about what 2016 holds for the podcast.

Also, we discuss the recent Asmodee announcements and its possible impacts.

 
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Direct download: obg174_122815.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:03am EDT

Isaac and Stephanie start off by talking what the Kickstarter Santa brought.

Following that, they talk to Jamey Stegmaier from Stonemaier Games about how Kickstarter has changed for board game producers.

Lastly, Isaac and Stephanie talk about what to expect from the show in the upcoming year.
 
Thanks for listening and the great emails we've been getting.
 
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Direct download: obgcfe038_122015.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:11pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by the amazing Suzanne to talk about giving the gift of games.
 
 
Indie Cardboard gives us another couple of weeks of new game news.
 
In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Sure Fresh Cups
  • Burgle Bros
  • Paperback
  • Code Names
  • Hoyuk
  • Kaosball
  • Bottom of the 9th
  • Worm Up
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Direct download: obg173_121415.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:48am EDT

Isaac and Stephanie start off by talking about BGG Con.

Following that, they talk to Michael Fox of the Little Metal Dog show about Ship Naked and the fate of his podcast.

Lastly, they look at the following Kickstarters of interest:

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Direct download: obgcfe037_120515.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:42pm EDT

In this very special episode, Erik and Don are at BGG Con and the Dallas Games Marathon. They talk to Stronghold Games, Aldie from Boardgame Geek, and various other attendees about the con.
 
 
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Direct download: obg172_113015.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:23pm EDT

Isaac and Stephanie start off by discussing some recent Kickstarters.

There is a quick note about GameFe, a Kickstarter for a board game cafe in the UK. Also, if you are in the OKC area on Nov 27, be sure to drop by Games HQ for Don Con, featuring Donald Dennis.

Following that, they talk to Richard and Emily Gibbs of 64 oz Games about their game accessories for the blind.

Next, Isaac and Stephanie talk to Jodi and Clint Black, makers of the Carolina Gaming Tables.

Lastly, they look at the following Kickstarters of interest:

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Direct download: obgcfe036_112315.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:37pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Bruce, Rocki, Maureen, and Chris from the Party Gamecast featuring the Party Game Cast to talk about the new hotness in party games.
 
 
Indie Cardboard gives us another couple of weeks of new game news.
 
Don interviews Kevin Makinzie of the http://dallasgamesmarathon.com/.
 
Don also interviews Mark Sierens of Vile Genius Games, creator of Evil Death Ray (out now).
 
The reviews are again contained in the round table (something that happens when Bruce is on) and cover:
  • The Amazing Dr. Nim
  • Pie Face
  • Champions of Midgard
  • Pie Face
  • Don plays Firefly
  • Mysterium
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Direct download: obg171_111615.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:47pm EDT

Issac and Stephanie start off by discussing some recent Kickstarters.

Following that, they talk to Joshua Lobkowizc of Gray Fox Games about Champions of Midgard and where Kickstarter now fits in their company.

Lastly, they look at the following Kickstarters of interest:

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Direct download: obgcfe035_110815.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:48pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Dirk Kneymeyer to talk about what a game producer is and does.

 
Indie Cardboard gives us another couple of weeks of new game news.
 
 
In the review-a-palooza, Bruce Voge joins Erik (for real this time) and they take a look at:
  • Manila
  • One Night Ultimate Vampire
  • Evolution
  • Jackbox Party Pack 2
  • Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes
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Direct download: obg170_110215.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:28pm EDT

Issac and Stephanie continue to rock as they discuss some recent Kickstarters.

Following that, they talk to Travis Change about the game Kodama.

They then have a great discussion with Marc Specter about demoing games and Kickstarter's impact on conventions.

Lastly, they look at the following Kickstarters of interest:

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Direct download: obgcfe034_102515.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:35am EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Scott Nicholson to talk about game design.

 
Isaac pops in with an interview about 7th Continent and amazing new game on Kickstarter.
 
Indie Cardboard gives us some new game news.
 
 
In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik take a look at:
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Direct download: obg169_101815.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:33pm EDT

Issac and Stephanie return to form as they discuss some recent Kickstarters.

Following that, they bring on Randy Hoyt and Alex Kevern to talk about World's Fair 1893 and retheming games

Lastly, they look at the following Kickstarters of interest:

 

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Direct download: obgcfe033_101115.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:51pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by the (dare I say it) Amazing Bruce Voge from the Party Gamecast, featuring the Party Game Cast, to talk about trivia in games.

Indie Cardboard gives us some new game news.
 
 
In round table, Don, Erik, and Bruce take a look at:
  • Rattlebones
  • Tiny Epic Galaxies
  • Tea Dueling
  • WWE Superstar Showdown
  • The Guardians: Explore
  • Last Spike
  • Steampunk Rally
  • Clear for Takeoff
  • Ruse
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Direct download: obg168_100515.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:50am EDT

Issac and Stephanie go interview crazy in this jam packed episode.

First, they talk to Brent Vincent from Adacio games to talk about Latice.

Next, they talk to Adam Clark and Meloney Buehl about Kicktraq (and for some reason cheese caves).

Than, they talk to Jason Kotzur-Yang about his game Ragnaroll.

Lastly, they talk to Hasbro (yes that Hasbro) about their new quest for a partygame and embracing crowdfunding to do it.

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Direct download: obgcfe32_092615.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:55pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Geof Gamble from the Long View podcast to talk about sandbox and open world gaming.

Indie Cardboard gives us some new game news.
 
 
In the Review-a-palooza, Don and Erik take a look at:
  • Catan Traveler
  • Flip City
  • Trambahn
  • Princess Bride: Miracle Pill
  • Isle of Skye
  • Exploding Kittens
  • 6 Nimmt
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Direct download: obg167_092215.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:05pm EDT

Isaac and Stephanie talk about some Kickstarter games they've played recently.

Our show sponsor is Gil Hova where we talk to him about his new game The Networks and what life is like as a full-time game designer.

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Direct download: obgcfe31_091215.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:18pm EDT

In this episode Erik is joined by Suzanne and Chaz from Pair Of Dice Paradise to talk about game weight and what it means.

Indie Cardboard gives us some new game news.
 
 
In the Review-a-palooza, Don and Erik take a look at:
  • Yomi the Steam version
  • Star Trek 5 Year Mission
  • The Networks
  • Manhattan Project
  • The Princess Bride As You Wish Game
  • No Thanks
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Direct download: obg166_090715.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:32pm EDT

Isaac and Stephanie talk about some statistics regarding Kickstarter.

Our show sponsor is Patrick Fahy where we talk to him about his new game Mech Deck

We also chat with Nat Levan about the relaunch of New Bedford and some of the interesting issues a relaunch brings up.

Kickstarters of Interest

     Treasure Hunter

     https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1016374822/treasure-hunter

     Trove

     https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2074786394/trove-the-crystal-caverns

     Carolina Table

     https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1830353071/carolina-game-tables

     Tabletopia

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tabletopia/tabletopia-the-digital-platform-for-board-games
Direct download: OBGCFE30_082715.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:14pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Sen-Foong Lim to talk about games outside of the gaming table.

Indie Cardboard gives us some new game news.
 
 
In the Review-a-palooza, Don and Erik take a look at:
  • Legendary: Guardians of the Galaxy
  • Venture
  • The JackPack which includes FibbageXL, Lie Swatter, Word Spud, and Drawful

 

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Direct download: obg165_082415.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:24pm EDT

Isaac and Stephanie recap the best games and most interesting news coming out of GenCon 2015.

 

F2Z Entertainment acquired Plaid Hat Games. 

GenCon had more than 60,000 attendees and growth of over 8% from last year.

Kickstarters of Interest

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Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 3:37pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Dirk Knemeyer to talk about how games have evolved.

Indie Cardboard gives us a couple of weeks worth of new game news.
 
 
In the Review-a-palooza, Don and Erik take a look at:
  • Pandemic: The Cure
  • PBL Robots
  • Zoneplex

 

 

 
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Direct download: obg164_081015.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:19pm EDT

This On Board Games Crowdfunding Edition is a short episode because of GenCon.

Special guests, Josh Garrett and Jordan Basaldua, from Regular People Gaming join Isaac to talk about Random Encounters.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/randomencounters/random-encounters-the-rpg-card-game

Random Encounters Box

 

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Direct download: OBG_CFE_28_Random_Encounters.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 9:21pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Isaac Shalev to talk about creating your game collection.

Indie Cardboard takes a look at some of the upcoming games that will be available at GenCon
 
The lovely Suzanne tells all about the convention for the rest of us: GenCan't.
 
 
 
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Direct download: obg163_072615.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:04am EDT

OBG CFE 27: High Frontier

On this episode Isaac is joined by Bruce Voge, host of the Party Gamecast Featuring the Party Game Cast. and One Small Step Games! One Small Step is mostly does war games, as well as Ares Magazine.

Bruce Voge
Twitter: @partygamecast
URL: www.thepartygamecast.com

 

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Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 10:24pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Bruce Voge to talk about questionable content in games.

Bruce Voge
Twitter: @partygamecast
URL: www.thepartygamecast.com

Review-a-palooza 
Erik and Don look at:

 
Krakatoa
Concept
Empire Engine
Castle Panic Dark Titan
Deluxe Wits & Wagers
Deluxe Power Grid
Extra Extra

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Direct download: obg162_071215.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:22pm EDT

Stephanie and Donald are joined by Grant Rodiek and Joshua Buergel to discuss Hocus and Andrew Federspiel about Apotheca.

Stephanie and Donald discuss FTC case against 'Doom that came to Atlantic City'.

Donald complains about Kickstarter videos autoplay feature.

 

Interview with Andrew Federspiel about Apotheca. 

 

 

 

Andrew Federspiel

 

Main interview block with Grant Rodiek and Joshua Buergel about Hocus

Hocus Box Cover 

Grant Rodiek

 

Joshua Buergel

 

 

 

Last Parsec is shipping!

 

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Direct download: OBG_CFE_26_Hocus_and_Apotheca.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 12:41pm EDT

OBG 161: Emergent Gameplay

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by David Chott and Ben Draper to talk about emergent gameplay.

David Chott
Twitter: @3haresgames
URL: www.3haresgames.com
BGG: dchott 

Ben Draper
Twitter: @ben_draper
BGG: bennyd

 

Review-a-palooza 
Erik and Don look at:


    Pigskin
    Roll for the Galaxy
    Dark Moon
    Thunder Alley
    Fluxx

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Direct download: obg161_070115.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:35pm EDT

OBG CFE 25: Monstrous

 

Isaac and Stephanie are joined by Kim Brebach, from Secret Base Games to talk about everything from kickstarter fulfillment to the Australian game design scene, but mostly about Monstrous, a dexterity game kickstarter that’s live now!

Origins Rundown

 

  • Steam Court

  • Pitch a game to Tom Vasel

  • Played Cahoots by Jay Treat

 

Khairul Hamdan stops by to talk about Reign:The Card Game
Reign the Card Game

 

Kim Brebach on Monstrous

 

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Direct download: OBG_CFE_25_Monstrous.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 10:12pm EDT

Don is joined by Suzanne and Marguerite to talk about gaming and charity.

Twitter: @425suzanne

Twitter: @MaggiBot

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Tiny Epic Kingdoms Heroes Call
  • Note about Firefly
  • Runecrafter
  • La Granja
  • Kraftwagen
  • Automobile

 Reminder!
There is also a contest. Send your one or two paragraph twist on hidden traitor games to onboardgames.net@gmail.com and you might win a copy of Dark Moon from Stronghold Games! Put DARK MOON CONTEST in the subject line.

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Category:general -- posted at: 7:08pm EDT

OBG CFE 24: Steam Court

Today, Stephanie and Isaac talk to Will and Ryan, from Tantrum House about Steam Court.

 Steam Court on Kickstarter

Steam Court

Kickstarters we’ve been playing

  • Eminent Domain: Microcosm
  • The Metagame - local no 12, Eric Zimmerman
  • Lift Off! by Eduardo Baraf
  • Agents of SMERSH by 8th Summit
  • Flip Hue by Studio 202 Games
  • Treasure Chest

Active Kickstarters of Interest

 

Want to be on the show? Please be in touch 3-6 months before your kickstarter launch to learn about dates, rates and sponsorship opportunities. 

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Direct download: OBG_CFE_24_Steam_Court.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 1:11pm EDT

OBG 159: Traitor in the Mediterranean

Erik and Don are joined by Stephen Buonocore from Stronghold Games to talk about life, the universe and hidden traitor games.

Twitter: @StrongholdGames
Web Site: http://strongholdgames.com/
Podcast: http://boardgamesinsider.com/

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Chaosmos
  • For the Win
  • Penny Press
  • X-Men: Mutant Revolution
  • Sun, Moon, and Stars

 

BONUS!
There is also a contest. Send your one or two paragraph twist on hidden traitor games to onboardgames.net@gmail.com and you might win a copy of Dark Moon from Stronghold Games! Put DARK MOON CONTEST in the subject line.

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:06am EDT

OBG CFE 23 Grey Fox Games

Isaac Shalev and Stephanie Straw are joined by Joshua Lobkowicz, the head of game development at Grey Fox Games. http://www.greyfoxgames.com/games/ 

 

Show Sponsor

Tides of Infamy & Gamewalker Games

Cards from Tides of Infamy

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1807984992/tides-of-infamy

 

2015 Kickstarters Geeklist

A geek list by Matt Wolf

http://boardgamegeek.com/geeklist/184188/2015-kickstarter-boardgame-projects

Wombat Rescue

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2002188924/wombat-rescue-unlike-any-game-seen-played-or-smelt

Wombat Rescue Box

 

Kickstarters of Interest

 

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Direct download: OBG_CFE_23_Grey_Fox_Games.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 8:17pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Dirk Knemeyer from Artana Games to talk conventions.

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Flea Market
  • Fidelitas
  • Wordariffic
  • Five Tribes
  • Reef Encounter (finally)
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:15pm EDT

OBG CFE 22: Tides of Infamy

 

Isaac Shalev and Stephanie Straw are joined by Jacob Bunting, designer of Tides of Infamy, a beautiful and very interactive pirate themed game featuring art and design by Peter Wocken, Jon Ariosa, and Corey Godbey.

 

Other Discussions

Kickstarter continues to improve with the help of Google Analytics. Google Analytics added to Kickstater helps project creators understand how the market is responding to their promotional efforts, and to their page.

https://www.kickstarter.com/blog/introducing-google-analytics-and-an-inside-look-at-the-creator-d

  

Results from James Mathe’s survey about shipping and early birds.

http://www.jamesmathe.com/survey-says-ks-usage/

 

 

 

Interview

Jacob Bunting of Gamewalker about Tides of Infamy

Twitter @GamewalkerLLC

 

Kickstarters of Interest

 

 

Tides of Infamy Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1807984992/tides-of-infamy

Gamewalker LLC: https://www.facebook.com/gamewalker
 
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Direct download: OBG_CFE_22_Tides_of_Infamy.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 4:25pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Michael Keller from Visible Hand Games to talk about first plays of games.

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Walk the Plank
  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Istanbul
  • Camel Up
  • Aquasphere
  • LotR The Two Towers Deckbuilder
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Category:general -- posted at: 8:41pm EDT

Brikenbrak Games. Check out their latest project, Bill Shakespeare is Dead, funding now on Kickstarter! Later, Paul Cosca, founder of Brikenbrak. 

 

 

Bill Shakespeare is Dead

 

Mighty Heroes  

Kickstarters recently played/received:

  • March of the Ants

  • Dawn: Rise of the Oculites

 

Kickstarters of Interest

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Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 9:40pm EDT

In this episode Erik is joined by Bruce from the Party Gamecast featuring the Party Game Cast to talk about dexterity games.

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Friday
  • Ten Pin
  • Colt Express
  • Forbidden Desert
  • Penny Drop
  • But Wait, There's More
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:21pm EDT

OBG CFE 20: Geoff Engelstein

Geoff Englestein, host of Ludology, and designer of games like Space Cadets and the Ares Project, joins Isaac and Stephanie to talk about applying concepts from game theory, behavioral economics, and game design to Kickstarter projects themselves.

Kickstarters we have recently played/received:

 

  • Cheesenomics

  • March of the Ants

 

Geoff & Ludology

http://www.ludology.libsyn.com/

On Twitter @gengelstein

 

Kickstarters of Interest

Direct download: OBG_CFE_20_Geoff_Engelstein.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 1:38pm EDT

In this episode Don is joined by Michael Fox from the Little Metal Dog Show and Dan Yarrington of Game Salute to talk about marketing in games.

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Contingency
  • Bullfrogs
  • Smash Up: Sci-Fi Double Feature
  • Roll For It
  • SoTM: Wrath of the Cosmos
  • Battle Sheep
  • Nightmare
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:01pm EDT

Isaac is joined by our new OBG Crowdfunding Edition Cohost Stephanie Straw. You may know Stephanie from her work on the State of Games, her active role in Unpub, or from the convention circuit, where she’s always evangelizing for the latest and greatest games.

Before they get to their guest they talk about the bankruptcy of Phil Kilcrease, the owner of 5th Street Games.

 

Far Space Foundry
Isaac and Stephanie interview Justin Schaffer, one of the partners who run Terra Nova Games. Their latest release, Far Space Foundry by Dan Manfredini with art by Adam McIver is rocketing through Kickstarter now!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/justinschaffer/far-space-foundry

 

 

 

They also listen to our top entrants from the Haba Rhino Hero Theme Song competition, and announce the winner!

Behroox Shahriari http://youtu.be/O0WKalc9GTo

Justin Ricker https://youtu.be/bn07AH4bP0k

Boardgame Deciples Jaclyn & Joey White https://youtu.be/a_IAMl-W7mg

Michael Cooper https://youtu.be/AeqvslWWqsc

Ray Greenly - not available online (yet).

 

Kickstarters of Interest

 
 
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Direct download: OBG_CFE_19_Far_Space_Foundry.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 6:20pm EDT

In this special episode Erik and Don are joined by the amazing Scott Nicholson to talk about his studies into Escape Rooms.

There is no Review-a-palooza this episode, mostly because Erik was out of the country.

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Category:general -- posted at: 7:35pm EDT

 
Anthony Amato and Nicole Kline, the dynamic duo behind Resistor_ join Isaac and Erik. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/933157520/resistor-hacking-on-the-brink-of-nuclear-destructi
 
 
http://www.cardboardfortressgames.com/
 
 
Bonus Guest! Chris Kirkman joins us to talk about the merger of Greater Than Games and Dice Hate Me Games
http://www.dicehatemegames.com/the-family-is-all-here/
 
Other Kickstarters of Interest
Above and Below
Blood Rage
Alien Frontiers Big Box
 
 
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Direct download: OBG_CFE_18_RESISTOR.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 6:46pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Dirk Knemeyer of Tesla vs. Edison fame to talk about the narrative arc in games.

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Gobblet
  • Lords of Xidit
  • Xcom
  • Tiny Epic Defenders
  • Red 7
  • Superfight
  • Race for the Galaxy
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:54pm EDT

Today we’ll talk to Jeff Large of Happy Mitten about Aether Magic

Aether Magic box

We also have a bonus inteview with Matt Riddle and Ben Pinchback, designers of Fleet and Floating Market, which is on Kickstarter now.

 

Sponsor: Bad Medcine

Other Kickstarters of interest

 

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Direct download: OBG_CFE_017_Aether_Magic_and_Floating_Market.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 7:55pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Bruce Voge of the Party Gamecast featuring the Party Gamecast and we talk about UnPub 5.

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Sheriff of Nottingham
  • Castles of Mad King Ludwig
  • Get Bit Deluxe
  • Warfighter Expansions
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Category:general -- posted at: 8:28pm EDT

OBG CFE 16: Bad Medicine

Gil Hova, the owner of Formal Ferret Games, joins Isaac Shalev and Donald Dennis to talk about the Bad Medicine Kickstarter Campaign.

 

Bad Medicine box

Twitter: @gilhova

Stephen Buonocore of Stronghold Games also joins us to talk about his perspective on established publishers and Kickstarter campaigns. 

 

Other Kickstarters of Interest

 

 
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Direct download: OBG_CFE_16_Bad_Medicine.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 6:58pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Alex Singh of Bottom Shelf Boardgames to talk about changes in gaming tastes.

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Sellswords
  • Parade
  • Plucky Pilots
  • Splendor
  • The Broken Token
  • Patchwork
  • Imperial Assault
  • Illuminati
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:06pm EDT

Today we talk with Dirk Knemeyer from Conquistador Games  about Tesla vs. Edison and Prefundia. We also discuss Stronghold games and the evolving nature of Kickstarter. 

Cover, Tesla vs. Edison

Tesla vs. Edison lets 2-5 players become one of five pioneering electrical companies in 1880s-1890s America. Featuring a famous genius inventor, you compete to dominate the electric light and power industry via investing in new technology, claiming contracts around the country, and buying and selling stock from the various companies.

Project Prefundia Page
http://prefundia.com/projects/view/tesla-vs-edison/2566/

 

Other Kickstarters of Interest

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Direct download: OBG_CFE_15_teslavsedison.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 2:17pm EDT

In this episode Erik and Don are joined by Suzanne from Boardgame Breakfast to talk about electronics in board games.

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Field Commander Rommel
  • Gamescience Dice
  • Troll Hunt
  • Monsters and Maidens
  • Mummy's Treasure
  • Murano
  • Cockroach Poker
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Category:general -- posted at: 8:17pm EDT

Isaac and Erik are joined by Jamie from Monolith Board Games to talk about the current Kickstarter hotness: Conan!

 

Other Kickstarters of Interest:

  • Tiny Epic Galaxies
  • Spirits of the Rice Paddies
  • Sentinels of the Multiverse's Latest
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Direct download: obgcfe_014_Conan.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 4:45pm EDT

In this episode Erik is joined by Isaac and Lea Culliton from HABA Games to talk about kids games and bringing HABA games to the US.

http://www.habausa.com/

Rhino HeroOBG Logo

In the Review-a-palooza, Erik and Don look at:

  • Princes of the Dragon Throne
  • One Night Ultimate Werewolf Daybreak
  • Star Trek TNG Deckbuilder - The New Phase
  • Medina
  • Caveman Curling
  • Chopstick Mega Dexterity Challenge 3000
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:33pm EDT

 

Isaac and Donald are joined by Michael Coe, owner of Gamelyn Games, the Tiny Epic Publisher to talk about Tiny Epic Galaxies.

Tiny Epic Galaxies Kickstarter

 Tiny Epic Galaxies

 

 

Other Kickstarters of interest

  • Goat Horn
  • ZNA
  • Lancaster Big Box
  • Medicine Whoops
  • Lord of the PIGS
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Direct download: OBG_CFE_013_Tiny_Epic_Galaxies.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 11:57pm EDT

OBG 148: The Munchkinification of Everything

In this episode, Don is joined by Phil and Rhea from Steve Jackson Games to talk about Munchkin

Munchkin Lootletter

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Firefly: Blue Sun
  • Among the Stars
  • The Broken Token
  • The Battle At Kemble's Cascade
  • Colt Express
  • Warfighter
  • Dancing Eggs
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:45pm EDT

 

This episode, we’ll talk to Ralph Anderson VP at Eagle & Gryphon Games, and we’ll reflect on the year that was, since this is our last CFE episode of 2014.
12 Days of Christmas

Eagle & Gryphon Games Kickstarters

 Taluva


Other Kickstarters



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Direct download: OBGCFE_012_122114.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 11:03pm EDT

OBG 147: Feeling Crafty

In this episode, Don is joined by Jeff King and JT Smith from Gamecrafter to talk about the crafting games.

https://www.thegamecrafter.com/

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Tragedy Looper
  • Dead of Winter
  • Dead Man's Draw
  • Mysterium
  • Dixit
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:32pm EDT

OBG CFE 11: New Bedford

This episode Chris Kirkman and Nat Levan join Isaac and Donald to talk about the New Bedford Kickstarter campaign.

Dice Hate Me Games

New Bedford on Kickstarter

 

 

Bonus Segment

David Chott designer of Lagoon: Land of the Druids from 3 Hares Games on the floor at BGGCon 2014.

3 Hares Games

 

We also talk about

Tiny Epic Galaxies, Tiny Epic Defenders, and Tiny Epic Kingdoms

Taluva

Demise of Dr. Frankenstein v Outrider

Playtape

Biblios Dice Game

Captain’s Wager

Rum and Bones

Alpha Mecha

 

Completed Projects

Dragonflame

Paranoia

Dracula Dossier

 

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Direct download: OBGCFE011_121114.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 12:28pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are at BGG Con where they talk about it.

They sit down with Stephen Buonocore & Paul Incao to talk about Stronghold Games.

They also sit down with Dan Yarrington and Ignacy Trzewiczek to talk about Game Salute and Ignacy's designs.


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Category:general -- posted at: 11:02pm EDT

In this week's episode, Isaac and Erik comment on Gizmodo v. Kickstarter, give their thoughts, hopes, and predictions for BGG Con 2014, and talk to Matt Saunders and Seth Hyatt about the kickstarter for Mow Money, the new lawn-care enterprising card game from Mayday Games

 

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Direct download: obgcfe010_112914.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 9:51pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Eddie Campos from the Start Space podcast to talk about the nurturing new gamers.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Tiny Epic Kingdoms
  • Machi Koro
  • Trajan
  • Lewis & Clark
  • Rhino Hero
  • DC Deckbuilder Crisis
  • Small World

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:29am EDT

In this week's episode, Isaac and Don discuss previews, shipping, and lamentations with Matt Loomis and talk about his new project from Minion Games, Dragonflame.

Our sponsor this episode is: Phoenix Covenant.

 
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Direct download: obgcfe_009_dragonflame_final.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 9:31pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Anthony Racano from the Cardboard Jungle to talk about the realities and misconceptions of board game media.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Core Worlds: Revolution
  • Suburbia, Inc.
  • Pandemic

Jon Maness joins us to talk about S.C.A.R.A.B. Con
http://s-c-a-r-a-b.com/ 

Pete and Donald will be attending Atomacon on November 15
http://atomacon.org/

We also introduce our new Patreon account:
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:51pm EDT

In this week's episode, Isaac and Donald have TWO interviews and three questions.

First, Jordan Godard shares insights about his new game "Collapse", a deck-building game of doomsday prepping set at the eve of the apocalypse. 

Three questions with Sriraman Subbaraman, designer of Phoenix Covenant.

Then, friend of the show and successful Kickstarter creator Robert Burke joins us to dish about his bluffing and deduction game "Operation F.A.U.S.T."

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Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 11:38pm EDT

OBG CFE 007: Lanterns

In this fine episode of OBG: Crowdfunding Edition, Isaac and Donald discuss dragons, flames, yet ANOTHER chess variant, and get the skinny on Lanterns: The Harvest Festival with Randy Hoyt of Foxtrot Games.

 

Check out Lanterns: The Harvest Festival
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foxtrotgames/lanterns-the-harvest-festival

 

Show Sponsor

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/477958295/collapse-a-deck-building-game-of-doomsday-prepping

 

Direct download: obgcfe_007_lanterns.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 7:49am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Bruce Voge from the Party Game Cast featuring the Party Game Cast to talk about gimmicks in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Gold Ahoy
  • Heroes Wanted
  • Imperial
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Category:general -- posted at: 9:58pm EDT

OBG CFE 006: Knee Jerk

In this episode we talk to Andrew Federspiel, founder of Knapsack Games, about his current campgain for the fast-paced party game Knee Jerk. We also play a rousing game of "Will it Fund?" and talk about the successful funding of Bomb Squad by Tasty Minstrel Games

Sponsors: 

Apocalypse: Galactic Arena 
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/storyceptiongames/apocalypse-galactic-arena

Collapse
http://collapsecards.com/

Direct download: obgcfe_006_kneejerk.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 7:36am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Stephen Buonocore from Stronghold Games and Mike Fitzgerald, designer of Diamonds.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Villainy
  • Holiday Fluxx
  • Love Letter
  • Vichi
  • Johari
  • Homesteaders
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:07pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by All Us Geeks' Jeff King to talk about Protospiels and Unpubs.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • A Duel Betwixt Us
  • Tapple
  • Doomtown Reloaded
  • Carrier Strike
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:35pm EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don talk with Isaac Shalev about his recent Kickstarter for Chronosphere.

Direct download: obgcfe_005_chronosphere.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 9:19pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Isaac Shalev to talk about gaming with children.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Diamonds
  • Space Cadet Dice Duels: Die Fighter
  • Among the Stars
  • Compounded Chemical Chaos
  • Monopoly
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Category:general -- posted at: 9:06am EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Suzanne Sheldon to talk about apps and electronics in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Star Realms
  • King's Forge
  • Magnum Opus
  • Formula De
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:04pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Brian Counter to talk about older games and gaming while visually impaired.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Rockwell
  • Race Formula 90
  • Power Grid
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:28pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Pete are joined by Nate Brett to talk about marketing and board games.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Hanabi
  • Infiltraion
  • Concordia
  • The Game of Life
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:57pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Jason talk Storm-Con, excessive dice, and persnickety snark while talking with Stephen Buonocore and Andrew Parks about Core Worlds Digital.

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Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 10:07pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Meg McGinley to talk about Pack the Pack and the Tabletop Deathmatch she participated in.

Link to Tabletop Deathmatch

Pack the Pack kickstarter

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Mascarade (and Coup)
  • Bedpans + Broomsticks
  • Pandánte
  • Praetor
  • BSG: Daybreak
  • Acquire
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:22pm EDT

In this episode, Don is joined by Scott Nicholson and Alan Moon to talk about Ticket to Ride and Alan's other work.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Chronosphere
  • Marvel Legendary: Paint the Town Red
  • Epic Death!
  • Firefly: Pirates and Bounty Hunters
  • Ticket To Ride
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Category:general -- posted at: 1:23pm EDT

In this episode, Jason and Donald talk about meta experiences, money woes, and chip-flipping all while interviewing Michael Coe and Scott Almes from Gamelyn Games about their Kickstarter campaign for Tiny Epic Defenders.

On Board Games Crowdfunding Edition is all about crowdfunding board game production. Kickstarter, indiegogo, patreon, rockethub, or any other plaform, is likely to be touched on in any given episode.

 

Direct download: obgcfe_003_final.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 12:16am EDT

In this episode, Erik and Don are joined by Bruce Voge from the Party Game Cast (Featuring the Party Game Cast) to talk about party games.

Due to the length of the episode, there is no review-a-palooza this go around, but it'll be back next episode.

 
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:39pm EDT

On this episode of On Board Games: Crowdfunding Edition, Jason and Donald discuss sucky air conditioning,  internet trolls, and lightning storms with Sean Brown from Mr. B Games as well as his Kickstarter campaign for Realm of Heroes.

On Board Games Crowdfunding Edition is all about crowdfunding board games. Kickstarter, indiegogo, patreon, rockethub, or any other plaform, are likely to be touched on in any given episode.

Direct download: obgcfe_002_final.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 3:05pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined byIsaac Shalev to talk about repeated plays in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Evolution
  • The Cards of Cthulhu
  • Rampage
  • Steam Expansion Map 4
  • Swagman's Hope
  • Ca$h N Guns
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:29pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Jason "Pete" Frye to talk about bluffing in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Voluspa
  • Rogue Agent
  • Bang! the dice game
  • Hot Tin Roof
  • D&D Dungeoncrawl games
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:34pm EDT

In this maiden voyage of On Board Games: Crowdfunding Edition, Jason and Donald discuss ninja escape hatches, back door pilots, and long-necked carnivorous turtles with Dominic Crapuchettes from North Star Games all while digging into his Kickstarter campaign for Evolution.

On Board Games Crowdfunding Edition is all about crowdfunding board games. Kickstarter, indiegogo, patreon, rockethub, or any other plaform, are likely to be touched on in any given episode.

Direct download: obgcfe_001a.mp3
Category:Crowd Funding Edition -- posted at: 6:33pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Jim Reed to talk about reviewing games.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Jason review:

  • Happy Birthday
  • Evolution
  • Tiny Epic Kingdoms
  • IKEA FRACTA bags
  • Galaxy Defenders
 
You can reach the Not Just Another Gaming Podcast at http://www.njagp.com/
 

Someone from OBG will be at Unpub Mini May 17th and Stormcon on June 20

 
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:43pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Robert Searing to talk about custom box inserts.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Loonacy
  • Firefly Breakin' Atmo
  • Mad City
  • Lords of Vegas Up
  • Settlers of Catan
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:51pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Jason Frye to talk about retail stores.

There isn't a review-a-palooza, but Don, Jason, and Erik do quick reviews of:

  • Euphoria
  • One Night Ultimate Werewolf
  • Charon Inc
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:39pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Ray Greenley to talk about balance in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Sentinels of the Multiverse: Vengence
  • Takenoko
  • Krosmaster Arena
  • Myrmes
  • Nuclear War
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 7:43pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Isaac Shalev to talk about microgames.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • City of Horror
  • Gone Viking
  • Takido
  • Fire and Axe
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 7:40pm EDT

In this episode, Don and Erik are joined by Peter "Universal Head" Gifford to talk about rules summaries and box insets.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik review:

  • Battle For Stalingrad
  • Cheaty Mages
  • Bremerhaven
  • Canterbury
  • Inception - The Solo Card Game
 
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:15pm EDT

In this episode, Don is joined by Jason "Pete" Frye and Marty from the Rolling Dice and Taking Names podcast while they attend Scarab Con.

You can hear more of Marty at: rolldicetakenames.com

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Jason review:

  • Karnickel
  • 12 Realms
  • Quantum
  • Wasabi
Come talk about this episode: http://www.boardgamegeek.com/thread/1115872/obg-125-scarab-convention-edition
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Category:general -- posted at: 1:59pm EDT

Giles joins Don and Erik to talk about miniature games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Robinson Crusoe
  • Freedom: The Underground Railroad
  • Firefly
  • Forbidden Desert
  • Detroit-Cleveland Grand Prix
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:38pm EDT

Scott joins Don and Erik to talk about promotional items for games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Brave Rats
  • Caverna
  • Space Sheep
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:26pm EDT

Scott joins Don to talk about BGG.Con and then are joined by Anthony Rotolo to talk about 3D printing and gaming.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Jason (Pete) Frye take a look at:

  • Eons
  • Gemrush
  • Terra Mystica
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:56pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Dirk Knemeyer to talk about theme in game design.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Compunded
  • Duck Dynasty Redneck Wisdom Trivia Game
  • Eldritch Horror
  • Lords of Waterdeep (iOS)
  • Going, Going, Gone!
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:59pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Jason "Pete" Frye to talk about deck builders.

Don talks quickly about the 7th annual Games for Educators conference.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Tomorrow
  • Lego Creationary
  • Legends of Andor
  • World to Conquer (iOS)
  • HeroQuest
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:26pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Tiffany Ralph to talk about creating new gamers

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Emu Ranchers
  • The Witches
  • Betrayal at House on the Hill
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Category:general -- posted at: 9:57pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Ray Greenley to talk about emotions in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Plato Magazine
  • Choose One
  • Empire Engine
  • Asgard's Choice
  • Space Cadet's: Dice Duel
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:16pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Stephen Buonocore to talk about Essen and real-time games. Also we get a visit from a surprise guest.

The link to a discussion about intentionally broken games can be found at:

http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/196304/

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Jyhad/Vampire the Eternal struggle
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:47pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Jonathon Bishop to talk about the state of board gaming on mobile devices

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Escape: The Curse of the Temple
  • Hornet Leader: The Cthulhu Campaign
  • Monopoly Tycoon
  • The Pathfinder Adventure Card Game
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Category:general -- posted at: 8:52pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Michael Keller to talk about markets in games and supply and demand.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:
  • Tessen
  • Dungeon Roll
  • Global Mogul
  • Star Trek Catan Federation Space Map Pack
  • The Downfall of Pompeii
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:07pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Jason Frye to talk about worker placement games.

Erik and Don remind listeners about the current Cool Stuff Inc contest.

The link for the contest in the guild is http://www.boardgamegeek.com/thread/1016693/obg-csi-contest

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Time N Space
  • SOTM: Shattered Timelines
  • Agents of SMERSH
  • The Golden City
  • Heroclix
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Category:general -- posted at: 7:09pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Jason Frye to talk about the new guy in the gaming group.

Erik and Don announce a new contest.

The link for the contest in the guild is http://www.boardgamegeek.com/thread/1016693/obg-csi-contest

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Vampire Empire
  • Pandemic Reprint
  • Phantom Leader Deluxe
  • Love Letter
  • Legendary: Dark City
  • Alien Frontier: Factions
  • Titan the Arena

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Category:general -- posted at: 5:08pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Giles to talk about elegance in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Giles and Ewen take a look at:

  • Dystopian Wars
  • Song of Blades and Heroes

While Don and Giles look at:

  • Give It to the King
  • Water Lily
  • Shadow Hunters
  • Condottiere
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:49pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by AJ Porfirio to talk about solo games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Infection
  • D-Day Dice
  • Escape
  • The Great Hartland Hauling Company
  • Middle Earth: The Wizards
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Category:general -- posted at: 2:54pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Tim Weaver to talk about board games and technology.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Farmageddon
  • Star Trek TNG Deckbuilding Game
  • Catan Explorers & Pirates
  • Edition Wars
  • Seasons
  • Kingmaker
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Category:general -- posted at: 9:40pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Grant Rodiek to talk about independent game design.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don take a look at:

  • Five Points
  • The Princess Bride Prepare To Die
  • Flash Duel
  • Got It
  • Pirate Dice
  • Democrazy
Links mentioned in the show:
http://hyperbolegames.com/2012/03/19/pitch-like-a-pro/

http://cheveedodd.com/thoughts-networking-earns-pitches.html

http://inspirationtopublication.wordpress.com/
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Category:general -- posted at: 8:28pm EDT

Don and Erik are joined by Boards and Bees blog author Jesse Hickle to talk about blogs and also dice in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik is joined by Philip Jaques to look at:

  • Cards Against Humanity
  • Wiz War
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:26pm EDT

Don is joined by Andrew Parks of Quixotic Games and Dan Yarrington of Gamesalute to talk about Kickstarter.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik look at:

  • Stack & Attack
  • Family Business
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:33pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Ray Greenley to talk about if increasing quality in game production will hurt smaller producers.

In the review-a-palooza, Don and Erik look at:

  • Zen Garden
  • Police Precinct
  • Road Rally USA
  • Clubs
  • Blood Bowl
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:02pm EDT

Erik is joined by Colby Dauch from Plaid Hat Games to talk about what to do after the game is designed.

Due to conflicting vacations, there is no review-a-palooza this episode.

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Category:general -- posted at: 4:09pm EDT

Erik and Don sit down to discuss a potpourri of topics from previous episodes.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:
  • Pirates of the Spanish Main
  • X Marks the Spot
  • The Speicherstadt
  • WordARound
  • Cirplexed!
  • San Juan

Link to the Todd Breitenstein Indie Go Go fundraiser:

http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/help-the-breitensteins-with-their-medical-bills?c=home

Direct download: obg104_033013.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 3:17pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Luke Warren from Northstar Games to talk about what makes a good party game.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:
  • Epic Spell Wars
  • Four Taverns
  • Archipelgo
  • Suburbia
  • Junta
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:40pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Michael Keller to talk about what it takes to be a good playtester.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:
  • DC Comics Deckbuilder
  • Marvel Legendary
  • Talk a bit about Sentinels of the Multiverse
  • Zooloretto
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:05pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Brent Lloyd to talk about the decision horizion in games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:
  • CO2
  • Pittsburgh 68
  • Tzolkin
  • Rise of the Zombies
  • Power Struggle
  • Influence
  • Ubongo
The Influence kickstarter can be found at: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1944433706/influence?ref=live
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Category:general -- posted at: 7:09pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by the amazing Scott Nicholson and a host of others to celebrate 100 episodes. In the round table, they discuss podcasts and other media and how it relates to boardgames, as well as answer listener questions.

You can view the unedited video feed of this episode at YouTube at :http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeAuUyfrXpw&feature=youtu.be

Random trivia. This episode is being released on Feb 3, 2013 which is Super Bowl Sunday in the US. Our very first recording (episode 0) was recorded on a Super Bowl Sunday as well.
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:54pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by the Thunder from Down Under: Giles to talk about teaching games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:
  • Spaceteam
  • Droidippy
  • Lords of Waterdeep
  • Train to Nuremberg
  • Labyrinth
  • TieBreaker
  • Alibi
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:17pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Aldo from Impressions to talk about distribution in the gaming industry.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:
  • Snake Oil
  • King of Tokyo
  • Founding Fathers
  • Chicken Ceaser
  • Loopin Louie
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:05pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Greg Schlosser to talk about Counter magazine and reviewing in general.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:
  • Space Cadets
  • Revolver 2
  • Core Worlds: Galactic Order
  • Merchants of Europe
  • Apples to Apples
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:49am EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Dan Yarrington to talk about Gamesalute and their vision for the gaming industry.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:
  • Martian Dice
  • Pink Hijinks
  • X-Wing
  • Elder Sign
  • Bohnanza
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Erik and Don discuss BGG Con

Don and Jonathon Bishop talk about games on the iOS

Giles talks about art in games

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:

  • Smash Up
  • Dr. Who
  • Earth Reborn
  • Clash of Wills: Shiloh
  • Crude
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Category:general -- posted at: 7:52pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Shaun Fable to talk about gaming in Germany and the cultural differences between it and America.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:

  • Article 27
  • Shadow Hunters
  • Ergo
  • Libertalia
  • Bang!
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:36pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Cyrus, the Father Geek to talk about game replayability and how expansions impact it.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:

  • Moose in my House
  • Merchants and Marauders
  • Minotaurus
  • Dungeon Heroes
  • Samurai
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:37pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Giles to talk about getting those older games back into play.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:

  • The Crazy Creatures of Dr. Gloom
  • Little Devils
  • Milestones
  • Carcassone
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:58pm EDT

Stephen is joined by Erik and Don to talk about running a booth at a convention.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:

  •     Hunt or Gather
  •     Core Worlds
  •     Lost Valley
  •     Urbania
  •     New Science
  •     Castle of Magic

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:17pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Brent Lloyd to talk about decisions in board games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:

  • If I'm Going Down
  • Cthulhu Fluxx
  • Descent 2nd Edition
  • Flashpoint: Operation Rescue
  • Star Trek Catan and other Catan games
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Category:general -- posted at: 11:24pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Cyrus the Father Geek to talk about sports games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Hope review:

  • Magical Athlete
  • Kingdom Builder
  • Scotland Yard
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Category:general -- posted at: 8:51pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Dice Hate Me's Chris to talk about what makes up good and bad rulebooks.

Ted Duby offers up a review of D-Day Dice.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Hope review:

  • Roll Through The Ages: The Bronze Age
  • Killer Bunnies and the Ultimate Odyssey
  • Can't Stop
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:13pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Sam to discuss building tournaments.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:

  • Frontline General 1943
  • Whitewater
  • Aeroplanes: Aviation Ascendent
  • Hornet
  • Talisman
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:10pm EDT

Erik and Don are joined by Tom Vasel to discuss, among other things, how companies should promote their games.

In the review-a-palooza, Erik and Don review:

  • Lords of Waterdeep
  • The Big Bang Theory Party Game
  • Thunderbolt Apache Leader
  • Starship Merchants
  • Empire Express
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:22pm EDT

Erik, Don, and Scott talk about an app that Scott is working on, boardgame apps at the table, and Kickstarter.

Nathanial Clubb and Bite do a review of Cosmic Encounter Online.

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:12pm EDT

Game On!'s Cody and John join Erik and Don to talk about the Jones Theory and finding that perfect game collection size.

In Don and Erik's Review-a-palooza, they cover:

  • Empires of the Void
  • The Miskatonic School for Girls
  • 7 Wonders: Leaders
  • Civilization
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Category:general -- posted at: 7:40pm EDT

Adam Daulton joins Erik Dewey and Donald Dennis to discuss different types of conventions and what to expect from them.

Scott joins Erik and Don for Reviewapalooza discussing:

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Category:general -- posted at: 3:32pm EDT

Geoff Englestein joines Donald Dennis and Erik Dewey for a discussion on miniature games.

Don announces the winners of our Bug Out contest

Don and Erik do another reviewapalooza talking about:

  • Who's Got Game
  • Road to Enlightenment
  • Yinsh
  • Zertz
  • Tigris and Euphrates
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:22pm EDT

Scott Nicholson joines Donald Dennis and Erik Dewey for a discussion on the various gaming opportunities at Disney World

The Disney Podcasts Scott Listens to on a regular basis:

Erik, Don, and Giles do another reviewapalooza, and talk about how you could get a free game!

  • Catan Junior
  • Bug Out
  • Zip Zap
  • Animal on Animal
  • DiceAFARI
  • Timeline

Erik and Don briefly discuss the Kickstarter project Road to Enlightenment

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:51pm EDT

Donald Dennis and Erik Dewey are joined by Cyrus from Father Geek and Ben Lott to discuss game endings.

Erik Dewey and Donald Dennis engage in another reviewapalooza covering:

  • Red Dragon Inn 3
  • Catan Junior
  • Slap Shot
  • The Pyramids of Giza
  • Cosmic Encounter.

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Category:general -- posted at: 4:35pm EDT

Donald Dennis and Eric Summerer are joined by Sheri Bryant, Executive producer of Wil Wheaton's TableTop on the Geek and Sundry Premium YouTube Channel.

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Giles says some nice things about what he likes from game companies. 

Erik Dewey and Donald engage in another reviewapalooza.

Zombie High School Card Game
Pastiche
NUTS!
Go Nuts!
Imperial

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Category:interview -- posted at: 11:12pm EDT

Donald and Erik are joined by Eric Summerer to talk about corners not to cut in games

Erik and Don review Eaten by Zombies, Dr. Shark, Sentinels of the Multiverse Rook City, Draw Something, Off your Rocker, and Acquire

Nate Owens reviews Rex

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Category:general -- posted at: 5:22pm EDT

Donald and Erik are joined by Dominic Crapuchettes from Northstar Games to talk about getting games into the mass market.

Giles reviews Rival of Catan.

Don and Giles go through a few game reviews together.

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:10pm EDT

Donald and Erik are joined by Cyrus from Father Geek and they talk games they've played, answer listener mail, and discuss the Cult of the New's cornerstone: the Hype Train.

Don and Erik review a pile of games.

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Category:general -- posted at: 7:45pm EDT

Donald and Erik are joined by Cyrus from Father Geek and they talk games they've played, answer listener mail, and talk about historical games

Giles previews Fury

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Category:general -- posted at: 6:57pm EDT

Donald and Erik are joined by Cyrus from Father Geek and they talk about the Father Geek website, review some games they've played, and talk about gaming with their kids.

Erik reviews Eclipse

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Category:general -- posted at: 5:50pm EDT

Donald, Scott, and Erik talk about social deduction games.

Erik and Don go over Shake out, Discworld:Ankh-Morpork, Sentinels of the Multiverse, Train of Thought, and Castle Panic Wizards Tower.

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Category:general -- posted at: 6:44pm EDT

Donald, Scott, and Erik talk about deduction games.

Giles reviews a bunch of Battlelore stuff

Erik and Don go over a stack of games they've been meaning to review

Erik reviews Guards Guards

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Category:general -- posted at: 3:33pm EDT

Donald, Scott, and Erik talk about their time at BGG.con, and the games the games they played there.

There is also an interview with Stephen M. Buonocore of Stronghold Games.

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Category:interview -- posted at: 7:47pm EDT

Donald, Scott, and Erik answer listener mail and talk about themes that would make them not play a game.

Don talks with friend of the podcast Andrew Parks about deck building games

Don interviews Crash Games about their latest Kickstarter

Erik reviews U-Boat Leader

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Category:general -- posted at: 6:09pm EDT

Scott and Donald answer listener questions, talk about Deck Building Games and Kickstarter projects, Donald talks about Flying Buffalo’s Decision Dice, Origins Poker Deck, and Blank Nuclear War Cards

Donald interviews A.J. Porfirio of VanRyder Games about their Kickstarter Publishing experience.
Donald reviews Gridstone & Eruption
Giles talks about games that are bigger than they appear.

Games Donald wants to play at BGG.con
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Category:interview -- posted at: 1:30am EDT

Erik, Scott, and Donald talk about replayability in games

Don interviews designer Mike Selinker, author of the Kobold Guide to Board Game Design
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A long lost contributor returns
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:41pm EDT

Erik, Scott, and Donald talk about game promos

Don talks tot he designers of Guards Guards

Erik and Steve Hanan Takes 5 on Star Wars games that don't suck

Erik reviews Quarriors

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Category:general -- posted at: 4:55pm EDT

Erik and Donald talk about turning books into games

Erik and Steve Hana Takes 5 on games with Traitors

Erik and Don review Test of Fire

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:09am EDT

Erik, Donald and Scott talk about what is in their game box they bring to game night

Erik Takes 5 on games with character
Erik and Don review Struggle for Catan
Erik reviews Field Commander: Napolean
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:27pm EDT

Erik, Donald and Scott talk about people's perception of gaming

Erik Takes 5 on CCGs
Erik reviews RoadZters (for real this time)
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:55pm EDT

Erik, Donald and Scott talk about some of the recent awards and also what it takes to be an exhibitor at a major con.

Erik Takes 5 on games for young school children
Erik reviews Road Kill Rally
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:40pm EDT

Erik and Donald are joined by Geoff Englestein to talk about the creation and publication of his new game.

Erik Takes 5 on print and play games
Don and crew review Biblios
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Category:general -- posted at: 10:15pm EDT

Erik and Donald are joined by the inevitable Josh Wheeler and discuss bringing games to the table.

Erik Takes 5 on games with longer setup time than they should have
Erik reviews Roadzters

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Category:general -- posted at: 6:07pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott are discuss game sequels.

Erik Takes 5 on solo games
Erik reviews the Catan dice game and Delve the dice game
Don reviews Pennywise, So long sucker, and Labryinthus

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:18pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott are joined by Jonathon Bishop and discuss the games on the iPod/iPad and classifying them.

Erik Takes 5 on expansions that fit in the original box
Erik reviews The Rivals of Catan
Erik once again does ExpansionPalooza

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:41pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss the game creation process and talk about some current designs they are working on.

Erik Takes 5 on direct conflict games for those who are hestitant
Don, Erik and Scott review Van Helsing
Erik reviews Sneaks & Snitches

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Category:general -- posted at: 5:53pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss simulation vs. realism

Erik Takes 5 on games that are good for preschoolers
Don suffers from Abstraction
Erik reviews London

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:25pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss winning in games

Erik Takes 5 on games that are greater than the sum of their parts
Erik reviews Hornet Leader
Jonathan reviews iPod apps of Catan, Medici, and Ra

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Category:general -- posted at: 7:33pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss getting picky about games

Erik Takes 5 on games that look sweet but are viscious
Erik reviews Bon Appetit

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:23pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss cons they've been to recently and then party games

Scott reviews The Resistance
Erik reviews Defenders of the Realm

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:57pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss variants in games.


Erik reviews Ascension: Chronicles of the Godslayer

Jonathan reviews 8 iPhone apps

Erik reviews 7 Wonders

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:48pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss beaking up with a game store or group

Scott dishes on North American Simulation and Gaming Association event he attended. 
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Donald mentions S-C-A-R-A-B, and how he'll be attending SCARAB Con in January. 
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Giles talks about epic games.

Dan from Myriad Games talks with Donald about customer/game store relationships. 
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Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss the number of players and its impact on the game

Don reviews a host of Mayfair games

Erik reviews D-Day Dice

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:49pm EDT

Erik, Donald, and Scott discuss Epic games

Don reviews Poo and a host of Minion games

Jonathon reviews Carcassonne for the iPhone

Erik reviews Crokinole

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Category:board games -- posted at: 10:26pm EDT

 

0:50 Erik Donald and Scott discuss feedback on previous Preferred Target Status and Auction Games segments then a new discussion about the way game groups interact
 
32:54 Giles previews High Frontier
40:45 Erik reviewsTerra Prime
46:34 Donald reviews Wacky Wacky West
50:17 Giles reviews a bundle of games as they relate to school.

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:44pm EDT

Scott & Donald on Dexcon

Ryan & Donald on preparing for house cons.

Giles on school game days

Erik’s Homesteaders review

Donald’s Mayfair Games reviews

  Witch of Salem

  Ablaze

  World Without End

  Glenn’s Gallery

 

Thanks to Cameron Pazirandeh and Giles Pritchard for their show IDs. 


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Scott, Cathy, and Donald talk about out of game influences that impact game play.

 

Ryan of the How to Play podcast, Derek, Scott, and Donald, talk about auctions in games. 

 

 

Erik reviews Automobile.

  

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:45pm EDT

OBG 046: Networking

Donald, Scott, Erik, and Giles talk about building relationships with game companies. 

 

 

Erik Reviews - Mercenary Air Squadron

 

Jonathan Bishop reviews the iPhone version of Carcassonne

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:20am EDT

OBG Invaded: How To Play

How to Play Invades On Board Games!

Ryan Sturm has sent us this episode of the How To Play podcast. Once you've checked out our latest shows, you can find the rest of the How to Play podcasts at http://ryansturm.libsyn.com/ 

There is good content over on his feed, even if he does have an unhealthy fascination with Caylus. 

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Category:Show Invasion -- posted at: 12:08pm EDT

OBG Out of this World 5: Tales of the Arabian Nights

Giles and James discuss recently read Fantasy novels (The Shadows of the Apt, In the Name of the Wind, and The Temeraire Series).  They talk about a recently played game - Crusdaer Rex, as well as some upcoming games they are looking forward to.   Finally they take a close look at the game Tales of the Arabian Nights, by Eric Goldberg.

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Category:Out of This World -- posted at: 10:35pm EDT

OBG 045: Submit and Like It

On this round table Scott, Donald, And Erik discuss submitting games to publishers. 

Giles reviews Kreigbot

Erik reviews Phantom Leader

Giles reviews his school program game purchase

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Category:general -- posted at: 5:37pm EDT

OBG 044: Study for Your Playtest

Round table about creating playtesting your game designs, but Erik, Scott and Donald also talk about creating copies of games and respond to listener feedback about prototyping.

Eirk's Expansionpalooza!

Giles and Donald talk about buying games for school and library game programs. Donald and Nick Review Kachina by Bucephalus Games

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Direct download: OBG044_100506.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:19pm EDT

OBG 043: Prototypes

Round table about creating prototypes Giles talks about illegal copies of games Reviews PDQ Zombietown Builders Duel Origins: How we became human Web Site: http://onboardgames.net/ RSS Feed: http://onboardgames.libsyn.com/rss Email us: onboardgames.net@gmail.com On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek

Direct download: OBG43_100421.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 10:52pm EDT

OBG 042: Back in the Game Design

Round table about board game design

BYTES Review of Wits & Wagers Family review

House Cons with Don & Scot

More Reviews

Arabian Nights Martian Fluxx Campaign Manager

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:37am EDT

OBG 41: Speed Games Scott and Erik talk about speed games.

Donald reviews Atlantis and Catan Dice.
Giles reviews American Megafauna.
Erik reviews The Adventurers.

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:57pm EDT

OBG Out of this World 4: Reflections on 2009 The fourth episode of Out of this World. Giles and James take a brief departure from the usual format and discuss their most played games of 2009. With 25 reviews this is a special episode for the end of the year. Regular scheduling will resume in Episode 5, but for now, enjoy! Don't forget that you can have this podcast magically transported into the imp-run music artifact of your choice at the great burning eye-tunes... and you can donate a few coppers to support the show at www.onboardgames.net Web Site: http://onboardgames.net/ RSS Feed: http://onboardgames.libsyn.com/rss Email us: onboardgames.net@gmail.com On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek
Direct download: Out_of_this_World_-_Episode_4_-_End_of_Year_Special.mp3
Category:Out of This World -- posted at: 9:04pm EDT

OBG Out of This World 3: Small World

The third episode of Out of this World, where Giles and James discuss recently read Fantasy novels (Farseer Trilogy, In the Name of the Wind, and Dragaera) and take a close look at the game Small World, by Philippe Keyaerts.

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Category:Out of This World -- posted at: 4:53pm EDT

OBG 40: BoardGameGeek.Con

Scott and Erik talk about the glory that is the Board Game Geek convention.

Donald, Jamie, Cortney, and Lorenzo review Le Boomb!

Donald, Alex, and Danny discuss Zombie Mosh

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 7:22pm EDT

OBG 39: Burn Out

Donald, Scott, and Erik talk about burnout.

Giles talks about the Australian Board Game Awards

Scott reviews the Beowulf Movie game

Erik reviews Restaurant

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:19pm EDT

OBG All Alone 4: Getting some artificial help

In All Alone 4 Erik talks about using the computer to play games on solitaire and reviews Asmodee's Hero Immortal King games.

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Category:All Alone -- posted at: 6:20pm EDT

OBG 38: Game Production

On Board Games Episode 38 Game Production

In this episode, we talk about getting a game from the designer to your table.

Scott's current events
 Games and Libraries Classes
 Tulipmania released

Reviews
 Soft Landing Erik Dewey
 Ra Dice Game Scott Nicholson
 Dwarven Dig Donald Dennis, Charles Browy, Daniel Cox

Direct download: OBG_038_090823.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:33pm EDT

OBG 37: More than the Rules

On Board Games 37: More than the Rules

Round Table

The guys talk about games that exceed their rules sets.

 

Giles on games days with youth.

 

Reviews

Erik & Hope review Animal Upon Animal (aka Tier auf Tier)

Donald, Tim, & Phelonece review Pack and Stack

Direct download: OBG37_090719.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:50pm EDT

OBG All Alone 3: The Rest of the Games

In this episode, Erik looks at playing regular games as solitaire. How does that work exactly? He then reviews the solitaire rules for Battlestar Galactica. Enjoy.

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Category:All Alone -- posted at: 5:34pm EDT

 OBG Out of this World 2: Fairy Tale

The second episode of Out of this World, where Giles and James talk about Fantasy Games.

In this episode we discuss recently read Fantasy novels and take a close look at the card game Fairy Tale, by Satoshi Nakamura.

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Direct download: OBG_OW2_Fairy_Tale.mp3
Category:Out of This World -- posted at: 10:15am EDT

OBG 036: Two Years and Counting

Happy Anniversary

Donald, Erik, and Scott discuss the first two years of On Board Games, and Giles chimes in as well.

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Direct download: OBG_036_090402.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:48pm EDT

OBG 035: The Economy vs. the Board Game Industry Round Table
Donald Scott and Erik discuss what impact the economy will really have on the board game industry.

Giles gives his tuppence on the economy as well.

Reviews
War for Edaðh reviewed by Erik
Toboggans of Doom reviewed by Donald

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:37am EDT

OBG Out of this World 1: Castle

The first episode of Out of this World, where Giles and James talk about Fantasy Games.
 
In this episode we introduce James to On Board Games, discuss our favourite Fantasy novels and authors, and finally review the game Castle, by Bruno Faidutti and Serge Laget.
 
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Category:Out of This World -- posted at: 4:47pm EDT

OBG 34: Bait Games

Round Table
Donald Scott and Erik discuss bait games

Giles talks about games he played at the Australian Games Expo 2009 Moto Grand Prix, Snow tails, RattleSnake, Army of Frogs

Bart shares his success with Avid Gamers

Reviews

Lascaux reviewed by Donald and Connie
Red November reviewed by Erik
Tier auf Tier and Zitternix reviewed by Giles and Kylie

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Direct download: OBG34_090216.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:42am EDT

OBG 33: Pimp Your Games

Donald Scott and Erik talk about pimping out your game

Giles throws in his thoughts on the matter

  1. Wasabi reviewed by Erik
  2. Backseat Drawing reviewed by Donald, Scott, and crew
  3. Start Player reviewed by Erik
  4. Shadows Over Camelot: Merlin's Company reviewed by Donald, Scott, and crew

Outro
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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:51pm EDT

OBG All Alone 2: Regular and Solitaire Rules In this episode, Erik looks at games with both regular and solitaire rules. How does that affect solitaire play?

He then reviews Return of the Heroes, Pandemic, Agricola (briefly), and Middle Earth: The Wizards.

Enjoy.
Direct download: all_alone_2.mp3
Category:All Alone -- posted at: 4:55pm EDT

OBG 32: Gaming with Large Groups

Donald Scott and Erik talk about games with large groups

Giles & Donald talk about games with large groups

  1. Werewolves of Miller's Hollow, New Moon, Ultimate Werewolf, Possession, Do You Worship Cthulhu?, reviewed by Giles and Donald
  2. Battlestar Galactica reviewed by Erik
  3. Rorschach reviewed by Donald

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Direct download: OBG32_081215.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:40pm EDT

OBG 31: Take That! Music Contest Part 2 extension
Round Table
Erik, Scott, and Donald talk about Take That! games

Reviews
A Touch of Evil Supernatural Game from Flying Frog Productions reviewed by Erik
Taluva from Rio Grande Games Reviewed by Giles
Torches & Pitchforks from Green Ronin group review
Dominion from Rio Grande Games group review

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Direct download: OBG_031_081119.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:06pm EDT

OBG All Alone 1: Erik talks about solitaire gaming The first episode of All Alone where Erik talks about solitaire gaming.

In it he discusses the three types of solitaire games and then reviews Zombie in my Pocket.

Enjoy.
Direct download: all_alone_1.mp3
Category:All Alone -- posted at: 10:47pm EDT

OBG 30: Start Your Engines OBG 30: Start Your Engines
Donations! http://onboardgames.net

Round Table

Scott and Erik discuss racing games

Games in Education

Giles talks about using punchboards

Reviews
Don, Scott, and a host of others review Cockroach Poker
Erik reviews Roborally

Outro
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Direct download: obg30_081024.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 11:12pm EDT

OBG 29: Store in a Cool Dry Place OBG29: Store in a Cool Dry Place
Donations! http://onboardgames.net

Round Table

Donald, Scott,and Erik discuss the different ways to store your game collection and the game components. We also learn that Don has issues.

Tuckbox generators on the Web:
http://www.cpforbes.net/tuckbox/tuckbox.cgi
http://tuckbox.gameupdates.com/
http://www.comfused.be/flex/tuckboxmaker/v3.swf



Games in Education

Giles talks about his lunchtime gaming program

Reviews
Don, Scott, and a host of others review Bacchus' Banquet
Giles reviews his favorite small publisher
Erik reviews Wings of War: Famous Aces
Erik reviews Revenge of the B-Movie

Outro
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Direct download: OBG29_080930.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 10:28pm EDT

OBG Pirate 3: Caribbean The Dread Pirate Walsfeo takes over the On Board Games feed for a special Talk Like a Pirate Day episode.

Review
 Caribbean published by Rio Grande Game's

Special
This year's TLAPD is Friday September 19th. Ifn' you don't know about Talk Like a Pirate Day, get over to http://talklikeapirateday.com

Music
Music provided by the Pyrates Royale from their album Blackjack
* You Fair Spanish Ladies
* Being A Pirate

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Direct download: OBG_Pirate3.mp3
Category:Pirate Episode -- posted at: 11:37am EDT

OBG 28: Small Game Companies Donations! http://onboardgames.net/
Music Contest part 2
North Star Games and Days of Wonder Sign Worldwide Licensing Deal Wits & Wagers Goes to Europe!

Round Table
Donald Scott and Erik talk about the place of small game companies in the hobby, and discuss review copies of the games.

Interviews
  1. Craig Ichabod O'Brien Designer of Megamaniology.
  2. David Crockett Designer of Beyond Chess http://www.gobeyondchess.com/
Outro

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Category:interview -- posted at: 12:48am EDT

OBG Pirate 2: LOOT Loot from Gamewright Games reviewed by Donald Dennis

Walk the Plank review correction
http://www.boardgamegeek.com/thread/311979
http://www.boardgamegeek.com/thread/313724

Music provided by Marc Gunn
Drop of Nelson's Blood & Irish Rover

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Direct download: OBG_Pirate2.mp3
Category:Pirate Episode -- posted at: 3:13pm EDT

 OBG 27: Monopoly and More Music Contest Results
Thanks to Out of the Box Publishing, Gorilla Games, Pat, Johan, Dave, Dan, Christopher


Donald's review theme is Clockwork 3
Scott's review theme is Chris Suburban
Erik's review theme is Chris Cheese
Ben's review theme is Chris's Baby
Giles's  review theme is Dan's Durak60 1,
Game  review themes are Pat 3 or Chris's  Atlantis

Round Table

Donald Scott and Erik revisit classic American board games from their youth.

Scrabble Lawsuit
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/25836583/

Wandering Geek Promo

Reviews

  • Risk Black Ops reviewed by Scott
  • Scrabble reviewed by Erik
  • Battleship reviewed by Ben
  • Battleground: Crossbows & Catapults reviewed by Giles & Donald
  • Sorry! reviewed by Donald

Outro
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Direct download: OBG_27_080726.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 9:47am EDT

OBG 26: Teaching Games Mail bag and train game episode feedback.
Hobby Games: The 100 Best homework and call in request

Round Table
Teaching games Scott, Erik, & Donald

Correspondent Segments
Giles on the Boardgames Australia Awards.

Reviews


Outro
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Direct download: OBG_26_080706.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 11:24pm EDT

OBG 25: Alex Yaeger Interview Giles interviews Alex Yaeger of Mayfair Games.
Also posted at http://gamesforeducators.com/
Direct download: OBG_25_250608.mp3
Category:interview -- posted at: 9:43pm EDT

OBG Music Contest Episode 1 Contest Episode where I share the contest entries. Visit the BGG guild to chat about them!


http://www.boardgamegeek.com/article/2417437

Submissions by
Pat
Johan  - 30ought6 on BGG
Dave - clockwirk on BGG
Dan -  Durak60 on BGG
Christopher


Direct download: Music_Contest_Episode_1.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 11:49pm EDT

OBG 024: International Gamers Awards

Special Interview

Game Awards Scott, Donald and guest Greg Schlosser
http://www.internationalgamersawards.net/

Correspondent Segments

Games in Education - Giles discusses talks about the Games for Educators site. http://www.gamesforeducators.com/

Preview 

  • Ghost Stories Preview from Repos Productions previewed by Donald & Scott 

Reviews 

  • Dungeonquest & Dungeonquest Catacombs, from Games Workshop reviewed by Scott
  • Imperial from Rio Grande Games reviewed by Erik


Rights, Recognition, and Links

  • A big thanks to Erik, Scott, Giles,
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Direct download: OBG_024_080608.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 10:32pm EDT

 OBG 023: Train Games Chit Chat
Erik http://www.balanceinallthings.org/
Scott's blatant plug - Tulipmania.
http://www.gamesinlibraries.org/
Contest announcement - the Music for the show.

Round Table

Train games Scott, Erik, & Donald discuss the wide variety of train games

Correspondent Segments

Games in Education - Giles interviews Tom Vasel about games in schools.
A Guide to the Geek - Ben covers the GEEKLIST feature on Board Game Geek.

Reviews

 

  • Stone Age reviewed by Scott
  • Covert Action reviewed by Erik
  • Pandemic reviewed by Ben
  • Transeuropa reviewed by Donald, Connie, Danny, & Joey
Outro
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Direct download: OBG_23_080415.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 11:07pm EDT

OBG Pirate 1: Walk the Plank New segment introduction

Walk the Plank review by Donald Dennis
http://greenronin.com/

Happy Jack’s Undrinkable Ale, by the Poxy Boggards
http://www.poxyboggards.com/

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Category:Pirate Episode -- posted at: 10:48pm EDT

OBG 022: Print and Play Games Contest
Announcement/refresher - the Music for the show.

OBG Mail Bag
Links for Chris about getting someone to play your games
Getting Your Game Collection into Play http://onboardgames.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=226530
Gateway Games: The First Hit is Free http://onboardgames.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=248032

Round Table
Print and Play Games Scott, Erik, & Donald
No links provided for making your own board tutorial. Sorry. I blame Erik.
For more info on print and play games, check out the Print and Play podcast which has recently moved. http://www.printandplay.co.uk/

Correspondent Segment
Games in Education - Giles discusses the stigma of games in schools, and curriculum support justification of including them in the classroom.

Reviews

Sorry for the delay of podcast, but we had an emergency in the family that had to take precidence. Connie's sister has disappeared. If you are in the area around NY state, and would be willing to hand out fliers, or could help us get keep this in the news, please let me know.

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Direct download: OBG_022_080423.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 11:15pm EDT

Emergency Delay of Podcast I’ve been very busy dealing with a family emergency, so the episode that was supposed to drop today will be delayed for up to a week.
Direct download: Late_episode.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 8:40pm EDT

OBG 021: Interview Episode

As an April Fools special we are ignoring our established format and sharing a couple interviews from my trip to Prez Con this spring. We have two interviews, one with designer Andrew Parks and one with Pete Fenlon the CEO of Mayfair Games.

Episode Content
A short blurb about the contest.

Andrew and I talk about

  • His history in the gaming industry
  • How to approach a publisher and get a game seriously considered
  • Eurogamer or Amerigamer?
  • Game events


Andrew Parks Games Mentioned


Scott Sigler Promo

Giles previews a game book!

  • Gamer's Companion to Shakespeare


Wandering Geek Promo

Pete Fenlon and I talk about

  • Mayfair supporting Pulp Gamer
  • Mayfair's maximum discount policy
  • Do we really need a new edition of Settlers?
  • The Phalanx line
  • Catan Dice Game


We will get back to our normal format, and future interviews will appear in episodes like other segments.

Direct download: OBG_021_080401.mp3
Category:interview -- posted at: 10:59pm EDT

Scott's blatant plug - Tulipmania
Contest announcement - Contest to create music for the show

Round Table
Player scale-ability  Scott, Erik, & Donald

Erik's traitorous work for the Print and Play podcast
Scott's Game Lab work
Donald talks about boardgamepodcasts.com

Correspondent Segments

  • Games in Education - Giles reveals game uses at school.
  • A Guide to the Geek - Ben covers the advanced search feature on Board Game Geek.

 


Reviews 

Promos
Wandering Geek
OBG Music Contest
Infected by Scott Sigler

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Direct download: OBG_20_080317.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 4:16am EDT

OBG 019: The Dirty Dozen Alert! This episode is produced in a factory that also processes RA!

Round Table
The twelve lowest ranked games on BGG discussed, Donald, Erik, &  Scott

Correspondent Segments

  • Games in Education - Giles discusses the ways he has used games in schools.
  • A Guide to the Geek - Ben covers the user Ranking system on Board Game Geek
Interview
Donald interviews Steve LeShay of Sherco Games

Reviews

Outro
  • Donald would like to thank Erik for editing the round table, and Scott, Giles, and Ben for all of their contributions
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OBG 018: The Culture of Game Consumption

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Join the On Board Games Guild - a big thanks goes out to all those fans of On Board Games who have contributed their ideas, opinions and thoughts in the guild, it's been great to read your responses to our roundtable discussions, and to hear your thoughts on the show.

Prezcon announcement

Round Table
The Culture of Game Consumption Scott, Erik, & Donald

Wandering Geek OBG Promo

Correspondent Segments
Games in Education - Giles discusses why games make a good addition to any classroom.


Reviews


Endgame
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OBG 017: The Big Event In this episode the guys discuss different types of gaming events. We offer a plethora of Stoplight game reviews. And friends of the podcast, Caradoc and Blott  chime in as well.    Warning! This episode may contain RA!

Another "Donald is going to PrezCon" announcement.

Round Table
Event Round Table
Erik, Scott, and Donald discuss industry only shows, trade to consumer shows, and fan oriented shows.
  • BGG Con
  • Chitag
  • GAMA
Australian Big Event segment by Caradoc

Reviews
  • Smuggler review by Scott
  • Hit & Run Zeus on the Loose review by Donald
  • 1960: The Making of the President  review by Erik
  • Rage review by Blott
  • Good Question review by Donald
  • Felix, the Cat in the Sack review by Scott
Outro
  • Big Thanks to Erik, Scott, Blott, and Caradoc,
  • Email us at onboardgames.net@gmail.com, send us your voice via MP3s, or join us on our forums. We don't make any money on this, so we live for feedback!
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Category:board games -- posted at: 12:19am EDT

OBG 016: Down Time and Delay of Game Web Site: http://onboardgames.net/
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On Board Games Round Table

Don, Erik, and Scott discuss games with long down time and players who cause a delay of game. Suggestions are given on how to pass the time, or get the game moving.

Stoplight Reviews

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Direct download: OBG_16_080117.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 11:26pm EDT

OBG 015: Party On

On Board Games Round Table

Don, Erik, and Scott discuss party games.

OBG Special Section

Don interviews North Star Games

Stoplight Reviews

And Scott's Drunken Rampage!

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Category:podcasts -- posted at: 5:37pm EDT

OBG 013: The Price of Games Web Site: http://onboardgames.net/
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On Board Games Round Table

Don, Erik, and Scott discuss manufacturer setting a maximum retail discount on their board games.

Stoplight Reviews

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Category:board games -- posted at: 11:16pm EDT

OBG 012: Role-Playing Board Games

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Letters

  • Scott gives an impromptu Quelf review
  • One fan of the show asks about Scott's weird games.
  • Donald is mocked due to the episode's likely delay and fading relevance to Essen
  • Return of Return of the Heroes

On Board Games Round Table

Don, Erik, and Scott discuss board game/role-playing game hybrids

Stoplight Reviews

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Direct download: OBG_012_071029.mp3
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OBG 011: Not Your Father's Board Games

OBG 011: Not Your Father's Board Games

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On Board Games Round Table

Erik, & Donald discuss playing games with children

Stoplight Reviews

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Category:board games -- posted at: 12:59am EDT

OBG 010: 070907 Social by Request

On Board Games Episode 10: Social by Request

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On Board Games Round Table

Scott, Erik, & Donald discuss games that promote social interaction

Stoplight Review

Advanced Squad Leader Starter Sets from Multi Man Publishing reviewed by Erik

Airlines & Airlines 2 from Avanch Press reviewed by Erik

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Direct download: OBG_010_070907.mp3
Category:board games -- posted at: 10:45pm EDT

OBG 009: Gateway Games - The First Hit is Free Web Site: http://onboardgames.net/ RSS Feed: http://onboardgames.libsyn.com/rss Email us: onboardgames.net@gmail.com On Board Games Guild at Board Game Geek On Board Games MicroBadge at Board Game Geek

 

On Board Games Round Table

Scott, Erik, & Donald discuss the care and feeding of new gamers

Board Game Podcast Award for Best Gateway Game

The guys

  • Give a summary of nominees
  • Announce winner
  • Discuss why winner is a great gateway game

Stoplight Review

Penguin from Fantasy Flight Games reviewed by Scott

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    Direct download: OBG_009_070821.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 11:57pm EDT

    OBG 008: We Rule!

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    On Board Games News -

    Erik & Donald rant about poorly designed rules books.

    • Discuss games with poorly assembled rules and various formats
      • By the numbers
      • Starter rules
      • Multiple Books
      • Publisher rules supplemental explanation
    • Supplemental material on BGG
    • Review of Return of the Heroes

    Wandering Geek Promo

    Scott & Donald on Gaming in Libraries

    Stoplight Reviews

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    Direct download: OBG_008_070806.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 10:18pm EDT

    OBG 007: It's Just a Gimmick

    The On Board Games Roundtable

    Some games contain a gimmick. Do these gimmicks make the game better, worse, or neither?

    Don, Erik, and Scott discuss these types of games; what works and what doesn't.

    Sideboard Discussion

    Scott went to Origins and he and Erik discuss it and large conventions in general

    Stoplight Reviews

    Erik reviews the Z-man Games' B-Movie card games

    Scott reviews Coliseum

    I'd like to thank Don and Scott for being on the podcast and Philip Jacques for the music this episode.

    Since, Don was moving, I got to do the editing. Any problems are my fault.

    Direct download: OBG_7_Its_just_a_gimmick.mp3
    Category:podcasts -- posted at: 7:27pm EDT

    OBG 006: Endgame

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    The On Board Games Round Table

    • Not all games are worth the time it takes to play them, at least not to all people.
    • Scott, Erik, and Donald discuss the differences between victory conditions and victory points.

    Stoplight Reviews

    • Erik reviews Cash and Guns
    • Donald reviews Jolly Roger
    • Scott and Donald have an in depth discussion about Quest for the Dragon Lords.

    Once again I'd like to thank Scott Nicholson and Erik Dewey for joining me in this episode.

    Check onboardgames.net for links to the feed and show notes.

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    Direct download: OBG_006_050707.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 1:16am EDT

    OBG 005: Getting Your Game Collection into Play

    OBG 005 - Getting Your Game Collection into Play

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    News - Wiz' War

    Wiz Kids vs. Wizards of the Coast (Topps vs. Hasbro)

    Round Table

    Michael asks about getting your gamer group to play your games

    Donald and Erik propose hosting, and theme nights with a mention of seasonal gaming

    Stoplight Reviews

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    Direct download: OBG_005_180607.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 2:00am EDT

    OBG 004: Building a Game Group

    OBG season 1 Episode4: Building a Game Group

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    Round Table on Starting a Game Group

    Finding people, finding space, publicity, game choices.

    Resources:

    Eric has a Moment

    • About Dice

    Reviews

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    Direct download: OBG_004_180507.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 9:36pm EDT

    OBG 003: Critical Reviews and the Modern Board Game

    On Board Games Season One Episode 003

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    OBG Roundtable

    Donald, Scott, and Erik discuss board game reviews and ratings.

    • Why Board Games with Scott is not a review
    • Knucklebones Review policy
    • BGG forum thread on ratings http://www.boardgamegeek.com/article/1386022#1386022

    Reviews should take the audience into account

    • Families playing games vs. Board Game Geeks
    • Children's game ratings kidgameratings.com
    • Designers

    What elements could have impact on the review?

    • How do free games impact bias
    • Pre game expectations, possibly due to financial outlay
    • Graphics and components
    • Adherence to theme
    • Play group/play experience

    Some things to consider when writing reviews:

    • Value for money
    • Replayability
    • Game vs. game experience
    • Consistency
    • Avoiding outlandish or untrue statements
    • Recognize your bias and try to control for it.

    Review Resources

    Online resources Magazines / Print resources

    Games mentioned in the round table:

    Stoplight Reviews

    Sideboard

    Scott and Donald discuss what we call games and why it matters.

    • Traditional American Board Games
    • Ameritrash
    • Eurogames
    • American Style Board Games
    • Designer Board Games
    • Modern Board Games

    Thanks

    To Erik, Scott, and Connie for their contributions and assistance.


    Direct download: OBG_003_070413.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 4:20pm EDT

    OBG 002: Expanding Game Play

    OBG season 1 Episode 2: Expanding Game Play

    On this episode of On Board Games

    • Donald, Scott, and Erik discuss the benefits and purposes of expansions on the board game round table.
    • In Red, Yellow, Green, Scott reviews War On Terror.
    • In the Industry sideboard Erik and Donald discuss creating prototypes and pitching games to publishers.

    Round Table

    • Erik has a review copy of Formidable Foes to review for Knuckle Bones. (He and Scott like to be the dumbest player!)

    Scott Played

    Donald Played

    Erik had previously reviewed Dragon Lords for Undefeated. Dragon Lords has expansions.

    The guys discuss expansions:

    Separating Expansions after integration for play

    Games with new play area expansions

    Expansions for every game

    Expansions that were originally designed as part of the game

    • Lord of the Rings
    • Settlers, Entdecker and Lowenhertz

    Why do companies do expansions?

    • New units to sell
    • Boost sales of existing game
    • Cost effective to make

    Why design new games?

    • Expansions don't necessarily make better game even though they can fix broken game
    • Can make games longer, more fiddley
    • Change nature of game so it does not appeal to original fans

    Games fixed by expansions

    All expansions

    Collectible card games

    • CCG expansions both fix and break the game.

    Erik wants his own "Erik Wins" card, so Scott creates a new expansion product.

    Red, Yellow, Green

    Industry Sideboard

    Prototypes and pitching games to game companies (Erik & Donald)

    • What to do, when do do it, and how prepaired do you need to be?
    • Ex:Camelot Legends
    • Pitching games to Companies like Days of Wonder or Cheapass Games

    Once again I'd like to thank Scott Nicholson and Erik Dewey for joining me in this episode. Check onboardgames.net for links to the feed and show notes.

    Direct download: obg2_final.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 2:56am EDT

    OBG 001: Don't Quit Now

    On Board Games Episode 1 Show Notes

    Recently, Erik played Heroscape, Bootleggers, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Nexus Ops

    Scott and Don played, Hammer of the Scots, War on Terror, and Alles Fucht

    Turns out, Scott isn't a complete jerk

    The roundtable talks about quitting a game in progress

    Erik is too nice to bail out

    Scott proposes to the table if no one is having fun, one player is really doing well and no one else is having fun, if you screw up the rules so badly you just have to stop, or a game is just broken

    Erik realized that when filling the ship in Puerto Rico you don't count the empty plantations

    Scott played Marvel Superheroes by playing through a few turns by himself

    Scott also played Iliad as a six player partnership game it has a similar mechanic as Beowolf

    Buffy is nice because it was a group of players that bond together. It is a roll and move but has nice mechanics. Plays like a faster Doom or Descent.

    There is an interview with Niagara Board Gaming Weekend, Mike Cardwell

    He discusses when to plan an event, how to choose a hotel, the timeline of the event, marketing, etc.

    Scott likes playing long games like Roads and Boats and 1861 at events

    Erik likes playing with different people because they tend to use different strategies

    Don and Erik went to Conestoga last year and had fun playing Wreckage

    There are 4 basic types of events: Demos, tournaments, scheduled games, open gaming

    Don had best results with scheduled time slots

    Don reviews about Sante Anno

    Scott and Don preview Tide of Iron - in Stereo!

    Direct download: OBG_001_070314.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 10:07am EDT

    OBG 000: Meet the Makers

    Show notes for Episode 0

    Scott enjoys:
    The Dicetower podcast
    The Boardgames to Go podcast
    Scott and Erik used to hang out at the Imagination Network
    Scott used to look forward to the Games 100 each year
    Scott has been to Essen
    He acts silly in his basement
    Hungry Hungry Hippos
    Louping Louie
    Deflexion renamed to Khet which we think was not a positive change
    We all have fond memories of Talisman
    Chaos Marauders
    Dungeon Quest
    Curse of the Mummys Tomb
    Rogue Trooper
    HeroQuest
    Cosmic Encounter
    Hoity Toity
    Saying Ra around Scott makes him yell like he has Tourette's.
    He likes Wallenstein's end
    He also likes El Grande's end options

    Don enjoys:
    Chess
    Pente
    Much to his chargrin, Dicemaster still came out
    He and Erik are part of Second Rat Games
    Arclight is a space miniatures game from Second Rat and will not be on Boardgames with Scott anytime soon.
    He Blackbox played with his brother a lot
    Medici
    He likes the general timer found in Lowenherz

    Erik enjoys:
    Kingmaker
    Civilization
    ASL
    Erik has reviews published in - rpg.net, BoardGameGeek, Undefeated, Knucklebones
    Erik feels a little insecure about his game collection
    Payday
    Monopoly
    Life
    Dark Tower
    Chopper Strike
    Settlers of Catan
    Erik liked Leisure Games in London, he found Pulp Adventures there
    Lost Cities
    Tikal
    Java
    Modern Art
    Vegas Showdown
    If he ever plays it, Erik is taking Die Macher seriously

    Direct download: podcast_0.1.mp3
    Category:board games -- posted at: 2:08pm EDT