We're kicking off the year with a video that we're hoping might just be colourful enough to wash away a layer of that cold January grey. Wroth - a recent release from Chip Theory Games is simple, tactile, a just a little bit CHUNKY. We hope you've all had a restful end to 2025 - and wish you all the best in the year to come!
Worker Placement board games are among some of the most popular in our hobby. And there are a lot of great ones to talk about. In this episode of Mechanics Spotlight, I'm covering 6 (technically 7) of the best and for board gamers new to the hobby, I'm also breaking down what Worker Placement is as a mechanic to help you better understand as you play more games!
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0:00 What is Worker Placement?
2:19 Worker Placement in Real Life
3:31 Worker Placement Evolution
4:45 FOR YOUR FIRST WORKER PLACEMENT GAME...
7:29 FOR A COMPETITIVE WORKER PLACEMENT GAME...
9:44 FOR WHEN WORKER PLACEMENT ISN'T ENOUGH...
13:18 FOR IMPATIENT GAMES...
17:16 FOR WHEN YOU DON'T LIKE BLOCKED SPACES...
18:49 BONUS PICK
21:48 FOR TAKING IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL...
There have been many editions of the two-player classic [thing=201][/thing], by [person=60][/person]. I obviously can't compare them all, but here are some from three different decades!
- a German edition from 2008 (Kosmos)
- an English edition from 2016 (Thames & Kosmos)
- a Korean/Japanese/English edition from 2025 (Playte)
Board Gems highlights older board and card games that are still great games today, and deserve to not be forgotten!
It's time to talk about my favorite board games that were released in 2025! Stick around to the end for a sneaky little bonus ;)
Special appearances by Luna and Shepard.
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00:00 Hello!
01:24 Honorable Mentions
02:54 Number 10
05:19 Number 9
07:36 Number 8
10:03 Number 7
12:31 Number 6
14:56 Number 5
18:13 Number 4
20:50 Surprise Guest
21:12 Number 3
24:26 Number 2
27:40 Number 1
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Step back into one of the most influential strategy board games ever made with this Awaken Realms Puerto Rico Special Edition Board Game Review. In this video, we take a deep dive into the deluxe reprint from Awaken Realms, breaking down what’s new, what’s improved, and whether this premium edition is truly worth your money.
We’ll cover component quality, upgraded artwork, production value, rules clarity, and—most importantly—how Puerto Rico holds up in today’s modern board gaming landscape. Is this special edition a respectful upgrade to a classic eurogame, or an overpriced nostalgia piece? Find out as we put it firmly on the table and give our honest verdict.
Whether you’re a long-time Puerto Rico veteran or considering this legendary game for the first time, this review will help you decide if the Special Edition deserves a place on your shelf.
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On this week's AYCB Buffet, I'm looking at two new games coming in 2026 that caught my attention on HOT OFF THE TABLE, talking the GAME OF THE WEEK, introducing a new segment called BEST SERVED AT... and answering your questions on FRESH FROM THE MAILBAG. Grab a drink, grab a snack, grab your furry friend, and cozy up with me!
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0:00 AYCB Buffet #5
0:33 HOT OFF THE TABLE
6:46 GAME OF THE WEEK
13:11 BEST SERVED AT...
18:42 FRESH FROM THE MAILBAG
27:30 ON THE MENU
During a very important meeting, a bunch of players discuss some differences on sleeve choice. Perhaps some preferences get in the way. They're also known as TCG (trading card game) players.
Games mentioned: Magic the Gathering, Grand Archive
Hot Streak, In the Hall of the Mountain King, Orongo, Wizard's Cup, Cosmoctopus, The Four Doors...the question we're asking ourselves, and answering, with all of these games after a couple plays is: Are we going to dig in to them more or are we ready to move on? Welcome to episode #3 of the series, hope you enjoy!
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0:00 Dig In or Move On Episode 3
1:01 The Four Doors
10:03 Cosmoctopus
17:11 Hot Streak
25:44 Wizard's Cup
33:40 In the Hall of the Mountain King
43:14 Orongo
Step into the shadows with Blood On The Clocktower – Live 360° Playthrough, the ultimate social deduction experience. Watch the full game unfold from every angle as players lie, bluff, accuse, and manipulate their way toward victory. This live 360° playthrough lets you follow every whisper, reaction, and dramatic reveal in real time, making you feel like you’re sitting at the table.
Perfect for fans of social deduction games, werewolf-style gameplay, and intense live board game sessions, this video showcases strategy, chaos, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re learning how to play Blood On The Clocktower or just love watching mind games unravel, this playthrough delivers tension from start to finish.
Beware! We make mistakes so you don't have to...
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It’s time: my Top 5 board games of 2025, counted down and ranked from #5 to my Game of the Year, with some honourable mentions for good measure. These are the games that hit my table the most, lived rent-free in my brain, and kept me thinking about better plays long after the box closed.
In this video, I’ll cover:
• What each game is about
• Why it made my list
• What makes my #1 pick my Game of the Year
👇 Drop your list in the comments:
What were your top games of 2025… and what should I play next?
Here’s Shelfside’s best and worst games of 2025, and we got to play TI4 almost every month! We go through honorable mentions like the war game Firelock all the way to GMT games like Twilight Struggle. During this 2025, we didn't get to play too many Euros but leaned more towards Ameritrash. This is not a review, but we cover covers Europa Universalis: The Price of Power with some worst gaming mentions as well. Will there be Euros admits all of the living card game selections? This is not a top 10 list, but ultimately covers multiple rising games on boardgamegeek and big gamefound launches.
Other games mentioned: Incan Gold, Thunder's Edge, Prophecy of Kings, Nemesis: Retaliation, Arkham Horror, That's Wizard, Frosthaven, Star Wars: Rebellion Rise of the Empire
Table of Contents:
Hello and Announcements! - (0:00)
Ashton's Worst Gaming of 2025 - (1:51)
Most Surprising Game - (4:12)
Alexander's Honorable Mentions - (5:18)
Alexander's Worst Gaming of 2025 - (5:57)
Alexander's Best Gaming of 2025 - (8:21)
Ashton's Best Gaming of 2025 - (11:41)
What's next in 2026 - (20:47)
This video was meant to be our Top 10 Big Box / Euro board games of the year. But this year we couldn't quite get there, but it wasn't from a lack of trying! For some reason we didn't have as much luck in 2025 finding heavier games that resonated with us... BUT we did find 5 that we truly enjoyed and wanted to share with you. Plus, we talk through some brief thoughts on some newer titles that didn't make the list.
Timestamps:
00:00 Hype, FOMO & Only Five
03:33 Games that didn't make the list...1
05:17 Games that didn't make the list...2
08:06 Games that didn't make the list...3
11:19 Games that didn't make the list...4
15:17 Games that didn't make the list...5
18:58 Games that didn't make the list...6
21:21 Games that didn't make the list...7
24:16 Games we have yet to play
25:16 Amy & Maggie's 5
31:56 Amy & Maggie's 4
37:12 Amy's 3
42:08 Maggie's 2
45:38 Amy's 2
49:58 Maggie's 1
52:44 Amy's 1 & Maggie's 3
58:48 Wrap up
Thanks for stopping by! We're Amy & Maggie aka ThinkerThemer. We're an Australian couple with two very different perspectives of what makes a great board game - Amy (Thinker) is all about the mechanics and enjoys tight, competitive games, and Maggie (Themer) is all about the storytelling and the theme of the game, and the 'world' that the designer is trying to create. Subscribe to our channel to hear us talk about these two elements of a game, and how well integrated we feel these are in delivering a cohesive and wonderful game experience.
There are hundreds upon hundreds of board games released every year. If you're looking to start playing, get into the hobby, dabble, it can be overwhelming knowing where to start. In this video, Carlo and Dylann take you through three picks each for starting a board game collection, as well as one next next step pick and some pieces of advice to start playing board games more intentionally and regularly!
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0:00 Get into Board Games in 2026
1:16 Carlo's List - Criteria & Rationale
3:09 Carlo #1 - Through the Desert
6:00 Carlo #2 - Ra
9:07 Carlo #3 - Arboretum
12:27 What's Missing from Carlo's Picks
14:10 Dylann's List - Criteria & Rationale
14:54 Dylann #1 - Botswana
18:30 Dylann #2 - Forest Shuffle: Dartmoor
23:26 Dylann #3 - Libertalia: Winds of Galecrest
26:55 What's Missing from Dylann's Picks
29:35 Next Step Games
29:50 Carlo's Next Step: Nusfjord
33:26 Dylann's Next Step: Skyrise
37:19 Carlo's Advice for Getting Into Board Games
41:00 Dylann's Advice for Getting Into Board Games
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Intro (00:00);
game overview (01:28);
final thoughts and review (13:45);
minor spoiler (22:19);
more review (25:11);
Did you know I have a (not so) super-secret rating system? I do rate on BoardGameGeek via their guidelines (how much I want to play) but my own four-star rating system is how much I want to OWN them.
In this video I go over some of the earliest games I've covered. Would I, could I, do I still own them? Would I actively try to get rid of them, would I accept the right offer if it came along, or are these expected to be in my collection forever?
00:00 Intro ▶️
03:17 My Rating System ⭐️
06:14 Ave Caesar, Rose King, Kingdoms 👑
06:49 Ra: The Dice Game 🎲
08:34 Fresh Fish 🐟
10:45 Uptown / Blockers 🎩
11:49 In the Shadow of the Emperor 🫅
13:39 Martinique 🏝️
14:35 Black Friday 📉
15:45 Avanti 🚗
17:11 Oasis 🐫
18:45 Powerboats 🚤
20:44 Lord of the Rings 💍
Trying something different with this video, because I'm a little bored!
Board Gems highlights older board and card games that are still great games today, and deserve to not be forgotten!
Happy new year and welcome back to the AYCB Buffet! On this episode, I'm looking at 4 exciting new games that caught my attention, covering a couple great little games in Game of the Week and The Tasty Bit and taking a look at a beautiful viewer collection on Top Shelf Spread. Grab a warm drink, cozy up and enjoy!
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0:00 Welcome back to the Buffet
2:35 HOT OFF THE TABLE
10:53 GAME OF THE WEEK
16:05 TOP SHELF SPREAD
22:49 THE TASTY BIT
26:12 ON THE MENU
28:56 Send in your questions and collections!
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