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In Space Station Phoenix players start with the best production engine they will ever have and proceed to break it down part by part. David, Paul, and Todd take an in-depth look at this unique game. Give us a listen!
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Mysterium is a cooperative board game where players take on the roles of psychics attempting to solve a murder mystery. In this episode Megan, David, and Todd are attuned to one another. Mostly. Give us a listen!
Additionally, here is the teaching aid for The Mysteries of Harris Burdick that was mentioned during the show: https://mrsgraveswebsite.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/6/8/12686140/the_mysteries_of_harris_burdick.pdf
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Race for the Galaxy is a card game where players build space civilizations by developing tech, settling planets, and managing resources to earn victory points. Fast-paced rounds and diverse card combos create strategic opportunity as players race to expand their empires! -
Beyond the Sun is a space civilization game in which players collectively decide the technological progress of humankind at the dawn of the Spacefaring Era, while competing against each other to be the leading faction in economic development, science, and galactic influence. In this episode Todd, Greg, and Paul talk about one of our current favorites. Give us a listen!
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Modern Art is an auction-based board game designed by Reiner Knizia. Players act as art dealers, trying to buy and sell paintings to earn the most money by the end of the game. In this episode David, Paul, and Todd try to earn the most value for their holdings. Give us a listen!
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Clans is a classic board game set in prehistoric times, where players compete to unite nomadic tribes into settled communities. In this episode Megan, David, and Todd try to surreptitiously score for their secret societies. Give us a listen!
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Anno 1800 is a board game set during the Industrial Revolution. Players develop their islands by building industries, upgrading ships, and managing resources to meet the needs of their growing populations. In this episode Greg and Paul try to help Todd appreciate the finer aspects of this videogame-turned-boardgame. Give us a listen!
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Thebes is a board game where players become archaeologists exploring Europe and the Middle East to uncover ancient artifacts. The game revolves around time management, as each action, such as traveling, researching, or digging, costs weeks. Players collect knowledge on different civilizations, which helps them during excavations. The goal is to gather the most valuable artifacts by the end of the game.
David, Paul, and Todd dig into this classic from 2007. Give us a listen!
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In Forest Shuffle players collect various flora and fauna cards to create the most harmonious forest ecosystem. The game features multi-use cards and a clever "clearing" mechanic that is reminiscent of older games. We recorded this episode on little sleep and were a bit punchy by the end. Give us a listen!
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Carcassonne is an award-winning game where players place tiles with a piece of French landscape on it, and claim features with Meeples! In this episode Greg, Megan, and Todd try to steal each other's farms while discussing this seemingly simple yet absolutely cutthroat classic. Give us a listen!
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Paul and Todd become 19th-century tycoons, balancing business growth and philanthropy in Carnegie by Xavier Georges and published by Quined Games! Give us a listen!
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Arkham Horror: The Card Game is a cooperative experience where players step into the eerie world of H.P. Lovecraft. Players take on the roles of investigators tasked with uncovering eldritch mysteries and battling cosmic horrors. In this episode David, Paul, and Todd try to cling to their sanity while discussing this monstrous title. Give us a listen!
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Players take on the roles of corporations competing to transform and colonize the Red Planet in Terraforming Mars! In this episode Al, Paul, and Todd try to science their way through this popular game. Give us a listen!
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El Grande is set in medieval Spain. Players take on the roles of powerful nobles vying for control over regions by deploying their caballeros (knights) strategically. Using a unique action selection system and area majority, players compete to influence the different regions of Spain. David, Paul, and Todd tilt with this beloved OG gamer favorite. Give us a listen!
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Step into the glamorous world of Victorian England with Obsession, a strategic board game by Dan Hallagan. In this episode Megan, Paul, and Todd try to improve their own family's social standing at the others' expense, and possibly with the help of a certain useful Shelby. Give us a listen!
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In Saint Petersburg players build a bustling city, recruit characters, and outwit rivals. In this episode Greg, Paul, and Todd learn that without effort, you won't even pull a fish out of a pond. Give us a listen!
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Cascadia combines tile placement and pattern building to create harmonious ecosystems. In this episode Todd, David, and Megan talk about this popular game. We also have a contest to see who could come up with the best animal puns. Give us a listen!
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Agricola punishes players with the challenges of managing a family farm in the 17th century. It is a cutthroat worker placement game, balancing resources and family growth. In this episode David, Paul, and Todd reap the consequences of allowing it to lie fallow for years. Give us a listen!
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In Ark Nova players manage zoos by building enclosures, acquiring animals, increasing reputation, and performing conservation projects. In this episode Todd, David, and Paul talk about what might very well be the last zoo game you'll ever need!
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In this episode Todd, Greg, and Paul talk about the granddaddy of all deck building games, Dominion! We are joined by the designer Donald X. Vaccarino, and we even get some early information about the upcoming expansion Rising Sun!
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