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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.

On Board Games

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

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

 
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 EST

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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Direct download: obg325a_111518.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:15am EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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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Direct download: obg312_082018.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EST

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 EST

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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Direct download: obg310_080618.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EST

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 EST

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 EST

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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Direct download: obg307_071618.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EST

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
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EST

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
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EST

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
Category:general -- posted at: 10:30am EST

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 EST

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
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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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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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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 EST

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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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
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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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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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.
 
Parts of this episode were edited by Gruven_Reuven. Thanks GR!
  
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Direct download: obg290_031918.mp3
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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
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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
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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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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 EST

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

Parts of this episode were edited by the amazing Gruven Reuven! Thanks GR.

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Direct download: obg282_012218.mp3
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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 EST

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 EST

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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