Board Gamers Anonymous

This week we're looking at 20 of the hottest games and expansions being released in the next 6 months, with a rundown of why we're excited and when they're expected to hit store shelves.===============Board Game Academics is launching its first academic journal this fall, and to celebrate we're holding a special one day event at Gen Con in August. Join us live, or if you're not attending the convention, signup for a virtual pass at www.boardgameacademics.com.Use the code “PODCAST” to receive the student rate.================* Question of the Week: What game are you most looking forward to in the second half of the year? * Acquisition Disorders: Inventions: Evolution of Ideas, Thiefdom * At the Table Reviews: Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game, Small WorldIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week we're looking at the IPs that should have games built around them, but for some reason, still don't, plus what types of games we'd want those to be.===============Board Game Academics is launching its first academic journal this fall, and to celebrate we're holding a special one day event at Gen Con in August. Join us live, or if you're not attending the convention, signup for a virtual pass at www.boardgameacademics.com. Use the code "PODCAST" to receive the student rate. ================- Question of the Week: Who is the best original character in a board game and why?- Acquisition Disorders: Galactic Cruise, Witchcraft!- At the Table: ReviveIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the top ten games from Days of Wonder, one of the all-time great publishers, both for quality and production of games, and general attention to their fans and customers. Which game comes out on top?* Question of the Week: If you could retheme one of your favorite games with one of your favorite IPs, which game/IP combo would you choose and why?* Acquisition Disorders: Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West, Ruse - Instincts of the DenIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week we're looking at the top 10 games you can take with you to the beach, on an airplane, or otherwise shove in your pocket for quick, easy gaming on the go.In addition, we're talking about the recently announced nominees for the Spiel des Jahres, the growing controversy over publisher/reviewer relationships, and a whole lot more. Acquisition Disorders: Metal Gear Solid The Board Game, Carson City Big Box At the Table Review: Dark TombIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

It's that time of the month again; we're back with the hottest of hotness games from BGG, discussing what games are new to the top 50, why they're there, and what to keep an eye out for.- Question of the Week: What's a game that would actually benefit from legacy/campaign treatment that hasn't gotten it yet?- Acquisition Disorders: War of the Ring The Card Game: Against the Shadow, Terrorscape- At the Table: Between Two Cities Essential EditionIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at ten games that take on unique themes to explore mental health. These games bring awareness to the importance of mental health care, not necessarily games that will help or treat. Question of the Week: What's your favorite tie-breaking mechanism (and why)? Acquisition Disorder: Terraforming Mars Prelude 2, Barcelona At the Table Reviews: Dorfromantik, Horseless Carriage, AmsterdamIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can also support the show by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

We're closing out our trilogy of game award discussions with a rundown of the recently announced Origins Awards nominees. How did they do this year? Find out, plus reviews of Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game and a revisit to Rebuilding Seattle- Question of the Week: What original board game IP would best support a movie or television series?- Acquisition Disorders: Ark Nova Marine Worlds, Botany- At the Table Reviews: Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game, Rebuilding SeattleIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

While we will have to wait another year for our death laser, we're still excited to talk about the 2022 Golden Geek awards nominees, recently announced on Board Game Geek. Check out our thoughts and picks from the ample list of nominees. Question of the Week – What's your number 1 deal breaker when it comes to games? A mechanic, theme, art style, player count (or something else entirely) that turns you off from a game before you even sit down? Acquisition Disorders – Paperback 10th Anniversary + Typewriter, Call of Duty: The Board Game At the Table Reviews – Distilled, Darwin's Journey: Fireland ExpansionsIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

The Dice Tower award nominations are in, and we're running through them all to discuss what the landscape of 2022 games looked like and which ones we might be leaning toward in the voting. Question of the Week - What's your biggest "stand up and shout" moment when playing games (good or bad)? Acquisition Disorders - Teotihuacan: City of Gods Deluxe Master Set, They Live: The Card Game - Save The City/Enslave The City At the Table Reviews - Venn, Darwin's JourneyIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week we're looking at the top 10 board games, card games, and miniature games that reflect Marvel and its comic and cinematic universes. Question of the Week - What's a game you were initially cold on but came around to after multiple plays? Do you feel the game specifically needs multiple plays (and therefore might be underrated broadly), or that you had a rough initial play? Acquisition Disorders - Cascadia Landmarks, Santorini Deluxe & Expansion At the Table Reviews - Naturopolis, Spirit Island: Branch & ClawIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

We take a look back at the games that performed best in 2022 in a number of categories. We know what people liked, but what did they actually buy? Plus we remember Klaus Teuber and discuss the success of the Dungeons & Dragons movie. Question of the Week: What's the highest-rated game (or games if you're feeling wordy today) on Board Game Geek that you haven't played yet, and why haven't you played it? Acquisition Disorders: Age of Innovation, Funko "Star Wars Rivals" At the Table Reviews: Earth, 7 Wonders Leaders & Cities (Second Edition)If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're doing a rundown of BGG's top 100 to discuss what's new, what's old, and why things are jockeying the way they are on this list. We update our run-through of this list every 18-24 months, and this seemed like a prime time with all the recent repositioning at the top of the list. Question of the Week: What's the best piece of advice you've ever received related to the board gaming hobby? Acquisition Disorders: Galactic Renaissance, Star Trek: Away Missions At the Table Reviews: Your Best Life, Caverna: The Cave FarmersIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're delving into the hotness on BGG, discussing why games are on there and what's new on the horizon.Also, congrats to our March Gamer Madness contest winner, Matt, who by far had the closest bracket, out of our biggest ever pool of participants. Thanks everyone! - Question of the Week: What's a mechanic from board games that you absolutely love but feel is severely underutilized in other games? - Acquisition Disorders: Let's Go! To Japan, Marrakesh Essential Edition - At the Table: Numbsters, Brazil ImperialIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

We had the enormous pleasure of being special guests this past weekend at the Long Island Tabletop Gaming Expo in Garden City, Long Island. We recorded episode 416 with special guests from the expo, Guardians MH, and Board Games for the Better.Stay tuned for a special video version of the podcast which will be posted later this week.Question of the Week: Are there any games for which you prefer a digital/online implementation? Whether for speed of play, aesthetics, or something else entirely?At the Table Reviews: Akropolis, MarrakeshFeature: Stefan Feld Tier List (also coming in a video format next week). Connect with our partners and friends from the show here:Long Island Tabletop Gaming Expo - https://litabletop.comGuardians MH - https://guardiansmh.org/Board Games for Better - https://www.patreon.com/boardgamesforthebetterIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Part two of March Gamer Madness, featuring the listeners' top 64 games, is here, plus some recent game reviews and previews of what's to come.===========Join us at Long Island Tabletop Expo 2023 in Garden CIty, NJ on March 18-19. We'll be presenting three special panels and a live show for episode 416. ===========* Question of the Week: Jumanji but real life...what game would you most want to be stuck in?* Acquisition Disorders: Reviving Kathmandu, Star Wars: The Deck Building Game* At the Table Reviews: Damage Control, Her StoryIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Part one of March Gamer Madness features us running through the top 64 listeners' games from 2022 to narrow down the field to 32 for next week. Thanks to everyone who voted in our poll and contest. Winners will be announced on the next episode.If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Coming at you with another ad-free episode of BGA. This week we're looking at some of the best board game sequels out there, plus we break down the (ridiculous) back and forth between Brass and Gloomhaven fans on BoardGameGeek, and delve into some upcoming releases at the table. Acquisition Disorders: Huang, Frostpunk: The Board Game At the Table Reviews: Tragedy Looper: New Tragedies, Marvel: Age of HeroesIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Chris is joined by special guest Game Master Dave this week to talk about the upcoming Long Island Tabletop Game Expo (at which BGA will be guests—join us if you can!) The two discuss upcoming games we're excited about and recent plays as well.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Check out Dave's website to read and hear more from him: https://gamemastergames.com/.=================== Acquisition Disorders - Mother Tree, Cyclades: Legendary Edition At the Table Reviews - Twilight Inscription, Canvas: Reflections Feature - Dave's Top 10 GamesIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week we're looking at how gamers determine the relative value of each game in their collection. What do you keep? What do you sell? When do you decide it's time to move on from a game you used to love? We dig into all of this and more in this week's episode===================This week's episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: How do you determine the value of a game in your collection? Is it the number of times played? Enjoyment from owning it? Actual physical value? Or do you not think about it at all? Acquisition Disorders: Dead Cells: A Rogue-Lite Board Game, Chomp, Sail, Couture, and Mind Space At the Table Reviews: Rebuilding Seattle, Azul: Stained Glass of SintraIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week we're looking at all the hot games currently burning up the charts on Board Game Geek. Which games are hot, which ones are we excited to play, and what's on there for "reasons?"===================This week's episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: "What is the game you are most excited to play this year and why (KS or retail)?" Acquisition Disorders: Andromeda's Edge, Expeditions At the Table Reviews: Mosaic, WoodcraftIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week on the podcast, we're talking about how we approach collecting, culling, and the massive process of curating and maintaining the games we own. We hear from the community, share our experiences, and consider how to stay sane with all that cardboard.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: "What advice would you offer to new gamers about collecting and culling?" AND "Is there a game that you will never cull/remove from your collection no matter how little it gets played?" Acquisition Disorders: The Lord of the Rings Adventure Book Game, 7 Wonders Edifice At the Table Reviews: Lacrimosa, Beer and BreadIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Chris is joined by Will this week to talk about all the recent changes, announcements, un-announcements, and general drama surrounding Dungeons and Dragons.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: Due to technical issues on Anthony's end, there was no question of the week this week. We'll be back next week with double duty. Acquisition Disorders: City of Mist: Local Legends, Marvel United: Multiverse At the Table Reviews: Wolves, TiletumIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week's episode features a rundown of the best games based on public-domain IPs. From Robinson Crusoe to the Fury of Dracula, which games do the classics best?===================This week's episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: "What book would you most like to see get a board game adaptation and why? & Do you log your game plays? Why or why not?" Acquisition Disorders: Green Planet: Powerline & Future Energy, Tales of the Arthurian Knights At the Table Reviews: War of the Ring: The Card Game, The Night CageIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

It's time for one final look at 2022, with BGA's picks for the best games of the year. We had a heck of a time this year with so many amazing releases, so join us for a rundown of the best of the best from 2022. ===================This week's episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.From now until the end of January, Paperlike is also including their digital pro planner bundle at no extra cost with every order placed through the Paperlike store.Plus, shipping is completely free!Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================Nominees:Best Digital Implementation: Everdell, Roll Player, Hero Realms, Munchkin DigitalBest Family Game: Streets, My Lil' Everdell, Jurassic World: The Legacy of Isla Nublar, Starship CaptainsBest Strategy Game: Lacrimosa, Ark Nova, Carnegie, Tiletum Best Overlooked Gem: Trekking through History, Free Ride, Streets, ZapotecBest Kickstarter: Moon, Keyforge: Winds of Exchange, Turczi Junior Promo Pack, Unconscious MindsBest 2.0 Release: Heat: Pedal to the Metal, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Skymines, War of the Ring: the Card GameBest Solo Game:Twilight Inscription, The Guild of Merchant Explorers, X-Men United, Turing MachineBest Expansion:Dune Imperium - Rise of Ix, On Mars: Alien Invasion, Root: Marauders/Clockwork 2, The Red Cathedral: ContractorsGame of the Year: Ark Nova, X-Men United, The Guild of Merchant Explorers, Lacrimosa, War of the Ring: The Card Game, Tiletum, Cat in the BoxIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Episode 405 is up, featuring our 50 most anticipated games of 2023. Find out which new games, pending Kickstarter releases, and expansions on the horizon have us the most excited going into the new year. ===================This week's episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.From now until the end of January, Paperlike is also including their digital pro planner bundle at no extra cost with every order placed through the Paperlike store.Plus, shipping is completely free!Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

2022 is just about over and that means it's time to look back on the year as a whole. This week, we're reviewing 2022, looking at the games that came out, what we played, what we didn't, and what got delayed. ===================This week's episode is sponsored by PaperlikeTo pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.From now until the end of January, Paperlike is also including their digital pro planner bundle at no extra cost with every order placed through the Paperlike store.Plus, shipping is completely free!Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

We're excited to announce an all-new endeavor for BGA coming in 2023: Board Game Academics! Join us for a discussion of what brought us to this point, how we're approaching our newest project, and what you can expect from us in 2023 and beyond.===================Interested in checking out the Fan Roll Dice set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: Is there a fun hobby board game (so not purely educational) you feel helped you learn something important about yourself or the world? Acquisition Disorders: Mosaic: A Story of Civilization, Arabella At the Table Reviews: Wildstyle, Starship CaptainsIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

For years, it's been difficult to find quality Christmas-themed games for those who want more than a retheme or Monopoly variant. Times are changing, though, and we've gathered the Top 10 Christmas-themed games for the 2022 holiday season.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: It's about that time again. What is your pick for the best game released in 2022 and why? Acquisition Disorders: Numbsters, Empire's End At the Table Reviews: Dungeon Drop, Nacho Pile, Master DaterIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

PAX Unplugged was this last weekend, and it was amazing! For episode 401, we run through everything we saw, the people we met, the games we played, and what stood out from the convention. Many reviews are incoming!===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================Games Discussed: Atiwa Crossing Oceans Rebuilding Seattle Marvel: Age of Heroes Deal with the Devil My Lil' Everdell Lacrimosa Marvel Dice Throne Cat in Box Ouch! Gang of Dice Ship Ahoy Frosthaven Skyrise Andromeda's Edge Starship Captains Beer and Bread Dune Immortality Mobile Markets Boop Dom Pierre Endeavor Deep Sea First Ascent Shovel Knight: Dungeon DuelIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

We did it! 400 episodes in the book, featuring our big, biannual run through of our top 100 games of all time. Not only can you listen to each of our top 50 games this week on the oversized 2 hour episode, but you can also download the rest on Patreon over the next couple of weeks and we'll have the full write up on our website this coming week at https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com/top-100-games/We hope you enjoy! ===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

Happy shopping to all! And to all a good game night. It's that time of year again; our picks for the best of the best games for holiday gifts ahead of the busy shopping season.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://metallicdicegames.com/ref/2524/For our question of the week this week, we asked: What's a game from the last 2-3 years that you feel has been largely overlooked and deserves more attention? Why?If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

It's that time of the year; we've polled you, the listeners and now we're excited to share the top 20 games of all time, according to the BGA community.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================Acquisition Disorders: Fit to Print, Canvas: Finishing TouchesAt the Table Reviews: Skymines, Astra, Star Wars: The Clone WarsIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

With Thanksgiving almost upon us, it's time to consider what the holiday is really about—family, and lots of sniping at family around the dinner table. Why argue about things that will make you actually angry though, when you can play a board game? Check out our list of the top 10 games with a 'take that' mechanic in this week's episode.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================Make sure to complete our Listener's Top 20 poll this year for a chance to win a free board game, plus help us make our Top 20 list for episode 398.Acquisition Disorders: Slay the Spire: The Board Game, Unconscious MindsAt the Table Reviews: VerdantIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're taking a deep dive into the hottest mobile card game on the planet right now, Marvel Snap. Is it worth playing? What cards are best? How much money do you need to spend? We answer all the pressing questions board gamers have about this hot new card battler.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================Our question of the week this week focuses on the best of the best dress up for Halloween: "If you had to dress as a board game character, who would it be and why?"If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we have a special guest joining us to discuss all things role playing games: Will Nation. Will is a counselor at Johns Hopkins University, and used role playing games to support students. We'll talk about how roleplaying has evolved, what we're excited to see from it in the years ahead, and how it can be used in interesting and unexpected ways.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're back with the second leg of our special retrospective on our earliest reviews. You've asked for it, and now we're going back into the vault to revisit the next 50 games we ever reviewed on BGA. Check out our rundown of some of our earliest game reviews, with what still hits the table, what we've never played since, and what has failed to age as well.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we have a special episode. You've asked for it, and now we're going back in the vault to revisit the first 50 games we ever reviewed on BGA. Check out our rundown of the first 50 episodes' feature game reviews, with what still hits the table, what we've never played since, and what has failed to age as well. ===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the hottest games currently being anticipated at this year's Essen Spiel.===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!=================== Acquisition Disorders: Terraforming Mars The Dice Game, Dark Tomb At the Table Reviews: Go Nuts for Donuts, LuciaIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the very best rulebooks in the business and how they help make their games better. ===================This week's episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You'll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It's time to share your story!===================First up is our question of the week: What's your worst rulebook and why? Acquisition Disorders: Star Wars The Clone Wars: Board Game, Dungeon Brah At the Table Reviews: Twilight Inscription, My Father's Work, Tyrants of the Underdark: Board GameIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the very best of the best Kickstarter companies—the companies and creators who have done the most with Kickstarter since its launch.First up is our question of the week: What are you most trusted (or backed) board game companies on Kickstarter and why? Acquisition Disorders: The Fox Experiment, Clinic Deluxe Biohazard ExpansionIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the worst of the worst in rulebooks for board games that were made worse (or at least harder to read) because of their poor instructions. First up is our question of the week: Alright, folks. Enough of the terrible rulebooks (episode pending, I promise!); what are the very BEST rulebooks you've ever encountered. Rodney Smith videos don't count. Acquisition Disorders: Crossing Oceans, Rivet Wars: Reloaded At the Table Reviews: Founders of Teotihuacan, Messina 1347If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.NOTE: Founders of Teotihuacan was provided as a review copy by Board and Dice

This week, we're looking at the ten best games from designer, Richard Garfield, he of Magic: the Gathering fame.First up is our question of the week: What are the most important elements of a game day to set the ambiance? (e.g. music, food, lighting)Acquisition Disorders: Keyforge: Winds of Exchange, Lying PiratesAt the Table Reviews: Scooby Doo: The Board GameIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the BoardGameGeek hotness for the end of August, into September 2022.First up is our question of the week: What is the one word you would use to describe yourself as a gamer?Acquisition Disorders: Revive, WoodcraftAt the Table Reviews: Trekking through History, Don't Go in ThereIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at one of the great publishers of the last twenty years: Czech Games Edition (CGE). We'll run down our top 10 of their games.First up is our question of the week: What kind of board game topics or discussions would you like to hear more of (from us or just in general)?Acquisition Disorders: Tiletum, Ark Nova: AquariusAt the Table Reviews: FrameworkIf you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

We're celebrating our 9th anniversary this month, and that means it's times to look back on the last year and what made it so special. Listen for our favorite acquisition disorders, at the table reviews, and features of year 9. *** Sponsor This Week: Magic Spoon Go to https://magicspoon.com/BGA to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code BGA at checkout to save five dollars off your order! *** But, first we asked the listeners our question of the week: What's a genre/mechanic you'd like your favorite game designer to explore further (e.g. a Stefan Feld roll and write or Uwe Rosenberg cooperative game)? If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at one of the great publishers of the last twenty years: Czech Games Edition (CGE). We'll run down our top 10 of their games. *** Sponsor This Week: Magic Spoon Go to https://magicspoon.com/BGA to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code BGA at checkout to save five dollars off your order! *** First up is our question of the week: What games would you consider part of the modern hobby board gaming "canon"? Must plays that should be on everyone's table.See the answers here as well: https://boardgamersanonymous.com/question-week-august-8-2022/ Acquisition Disorders: Ark Nova Zoo Map Pack 1, HeroScape: Age of Annihilation At the Table Reviews: Golem, Gutenberg If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at one of the great designers of the last twenty years: Martin Wallace. We'll run down our top 10 of his many, many games. *** Sponsor This Week: Magic Spoon Go to https://magicspoon.com/BGA to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code BGA at checkout to save five dollars off your order! *** First up is our question of the week: What's your game of the year (so far!) for 2022? See the answers here as well: https://boardgamersanonymous.com/question-week-august-1-2022/ Acquisition Disorders: Deal with the Devil, Horizons of Spirit Island At the Table Reviews: The Guild of Merchant Explorers, Streets If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the biggest convention of the summer and the 25 games we're most excited to learn more about at Gen Con 2022. Check out our full Gen Con Preview for a list of 25 hot games on the horizon. *** Sponsor This Week: Magic Spoon Go to https://magicspoon.com/BGA to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code BGA at checkout to save five dollars off your order! *** First up is our question of the week: Have you ever discovered you're playing a game incorrectly and decided you prefer it over the correct rules? If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're going back in time and looking at all of the games we've named as our "games of the year" going back to 2013. Which of them holds up best and which are we happy to have selected? Find out in our full top ten list. First up is our question of the week: If you were to design your own board game, what would it be and why? Acquisition Disorders: Moon, Dune: War for Arrakis At the Table: Bear Raid, MicroMacro: Crime City If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the best games that delve into the world of academia—libraries, universities, high school dances, and more. What games should you track down if you're nostalgic for the good old days of school? First up is our question of the week: What's an out-of-print game system, CCG, miniature game, etc. you'd like to see picked up by a new company and revamped for modern gamers?? Acquisition Disorders: Heat: Pedal to the Metal At the Table: Welcome to the Moon If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.

This week, we're looking at the top 10 Fantasy Flight games of all time, from out-of-print gems to still-available juggernauts that everyone should play. Check it out.  First up is our question of the week: What's your process for rating and organizing your game collection (if you have one)? Acquisition Disorders: All Aboard Wave 5 Games, Bot Factory, Globetrotting At the Table: Zapotec If you haven't yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.