Board Gamers Anonymous

This week we’re discussing all the winners of the 2020 Dice Tower Awards, plus a couple of big reviews of recent releases.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What board game sequel would you like to see announced next? Acquisition Disorders: 1947: the decline of an Empire, the birth of a Nation, Spire's End: Hildegard At the Table Reviews: Coffee Traders, Dune: Imperium If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing the best types of board game expansions - what new modules, gameplay tweaks, and enhancements work best? We'll tell you! First up, though, is our question of the week: Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing the BGG Hotness for July - the top 15 games currently on Board Game Geek, why they are there, and why you should care.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's your prized "board gaming" possession? Something rare and out of print, the first game you bought, something you've painted or blinged out, or something else entirely? Acquisition Disorders: Lost Ruins of Arnak: Expedition Leaders, Defenders of the Realm: Companions & Catacombs + The Hero's Calling + Revised Game Board At the Table Reviews: MicroMacro: Crime City, Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl

This week we’re discussing the 10 best games to play outside as the summer months warm-up and the parks and backyards become viable gaming spaces.  Due to some technical issues, our episode is a bit shorter than normal as well, so we've included a special bonus from one of our retired Bonus episodes: Games from around the world. We hope you enjoy! First up, though, is our question of the week: You're asked to mash two games together to build your "ultimate board game". What two games are they? Acquisition Disorders: Forests of Pangaia At the Table Reviews: Ohanami If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, Anthony is out of town, so we're bringing you a very special episode, featuring the first episodes of both Chris's and Anthony's walkthrough of their collections, previously released as Patreon bonus exclusives for backers.  Enjoy our rundown of the first 20 or so games in our collections each.  If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re the best games you can play to teach specific mechanics that are common in board games. Some are gateway games, some are not, but all are mechanically sound ways to teach someone how a certain type of game works.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's a video game mechanic or concept you'd like to say migrate to board games? Acquisition Disorders: Summoner Wars Second Edition, Now or Never At the Table Reviews: Marvel Champions The Card Gamed: Galaxy's Most Wanted, Slipways (Steam) If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing a recent Polygon article discussing how Kickstarter is killing the traditional board game expansion. Read the full article here: https://www.polygon.com/22458363/crowdfunding-is-killing-board-game-expansions-opinion First up, though, is our question of the week: What's a game for which you legitimately want a giant, $300 3D version of? Acquisition Disorders: The Isle of Cats: Don't Forget the Kittens, Dive At the Table Reviews: Mercado de Lisboa, Genotype If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing the fifteen hottest games on Board Game Geek, what got them there and whether you should pay attention to them in the weeks to come.  First up, though, is our question of the week: With news that Chip Theory Games is making an Elder Scrolls game, what's a publisher/designer + IP combination you'd like to see? Acquisition Disorders: The Gest of Robin Hood, Catan 3D Edition At the Table Reviews: Kemet: Blood and Sand If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing the recently announced nominees for the 2021 Spiel des Jahres awards - all three categories and the recommendations. How good is this year's list?  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's a game that, regardless of preferences or mechanics, every board gamer should play at least once in their life? Acquisition Disorders: Paperback Adventures - A Novel Solo Word Game, Um, Actually - The Game of Nerdy Corrections At the Table Reviews: Red Rising, Mandala Stones If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing the big new Kickstarter that just hit, Mosaic: A Story of Civilization, and why we shouldn't back it. If you're interested in learning more about the game (and why Anthony is super out), check it out.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What criteria do you use to cull your collection and how often do you do it? Acquisition Disorders: Oink Games + , ICE At the Table Reviews: Agropolis, Patchwork Express Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/priva

This week we’re discussing the winners of the 15th Golden Geek Awards. Which games won, didn't win, and probably should have one (in our completely scientific, not at all biased opinions)?  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's a game that everyone else dragged or ignored that you absolutely adore, and of course, the most important questions: why? Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing the biggest and hottest games out there with the BGG Hotness's top 15 games going into May.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What game in your collection would you be happy to see a reprint or second edition for and why? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: The Initiative, CANVAS: Reflections Expansion & Reprint At the Table: Ride the Rails Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing how to control that uncontrollable itch to back the next big thing on Kickstarter. Can we do it? Find out in this week's episode! First up, though, is our question of the week: What classic family game deserves the big Kickstarter treatment? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: It's a Wonderful Kingdom, Transmissions Board Game At the Table: Dominant Species: Marine, Marvel United Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing the top board games about animals, featuring animals. What games show our animal friends in a positive, fun light?  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's the best designed, most aesthetically pleasing game board in the hobby? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Hippocrates, AuZtralia Big Box + Revenge of the Old Ones and TaZmania! At the Table: Mini Express Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we’re discussing what we plan to do when we go back and out to play games again with our local gaming groups. What will that look like and what precautions will we be taking?  First up, though, is our question of the week: Tell me what your favorite game is, without telling me what your favorite game is? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: The Adventures of Robin Hood, Clash of Deck : a real FREE-TO-PLAY Card Game! At the Table: Venice, Scythe Modular Board Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy &

This week we’re looking at the hotness from BGG through the end of March 2021. Which games are buzzing right now and more importantly, why?  First up, though, is our question of the week: If you could have any miniature game painted by a professional for free which would it be? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Factory Funner, Ghosts of Christmas, and Bear Raid, and Stellaris Infinite Legacy At the Table: Import/Export Definitive Edition and Nidavellir Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: ht

It’s that time again. We’re back with our biggest and best episodes of the year – March Gamer Madness! This year, we’re looking at solo games, so we’ve picked 64 of the best games out there, with help from the 1-Player Guild’s People Choice Top 200 list on Board Game Geek. Joining us this week is Liz Davidson from Beyond Solitaire and a contributor on The Dice Tower. Enjoy the final 31 matchups to find the best of the best solo games, including 1-on-1 pairings of the best solo games in categories including cooperative, euro, heavy/war, and light/card games. Missed the first half? Listen to Episode 317 with Jason Perez here: https://boardgamersanonymous.com/episode-317-march-gamer-madness-2021-solo-games-round-1/. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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 l

It's that time again. We're back with our biggest and best episodes of the year - March Gamer Madness! This year, we're looking at solo games, so we've picked 64 of the best games out there, with help from the 1-Player Guild's People Choice Top 200 list on Board Game Geek.  Joining us this week is Jason Perez from Shelf Stories, and one time host of Every Night is Game Night, which launched as a solo game-focused podcast in 2016. Enjoy the full first round of match ups, including 1-on-1 pairings of the best solo games in categories including cooperative, euro, heavy/war, and light/card games.  If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr

This week we’re looking at the biggest, unweildiest board game boxes out there and why they're only getting bigger. Do these games get played? (hint: not so much).  First up, though, is our question of the week: What game is elevated the most by adding an expansion in? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Everdell: Newleaf, Mistwood, and The Complete Collection, Small World: The Lost Tribes Crusade At the Table: Root: The Clockwork Expansion, Tawantinsuyu, 7 Wonders App (2nd Edition) Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co

This week we’re looking at the hottest (and hardest to find) commodity in board gaming - Stardew Valley: The Board Game - and a few games you might also like if you can't get your hand on this one.  First up, though, is our question of the week: Are there any recently released board games (2019-21) that killed off older games in your collection? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Batman: The Dark Knight Returns The Board Game, So, You've Been Eaten. At the Table: Oriflamme, Just Desserts Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on 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.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com