We're back for Episode #16 of Own It, Play It, Skip It and this time we're answering that age old questions with four games: Revive, FlipToons, Trio and Cities! Come here our thoughts and why they rank the way they do. And then take to the comments and let us know where you stand on them!
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0:00 OPS Episode #16
0:33 FlipToons
16:12 Trio
26:32 Cities
37:33 Revive
Formaggio is the standalone expansion to Fromage, my 2024 Game of the Year. In this review I break down what it adds, how it changes the experience, and the big question: is it worth it?
In this video, I cover:
• What’s new in Formaggio (modules, components, and how it integrates with Fromage)
• How it affects strategy and replayability
• Whether it smooths out the base game or makes it more complicated
• Final verdict: Essential upgrade or optional add-on?
If you love Fromage, or you’re curious whether Formaggio is the “more cheese!” you’ve been craving (or a topping you don’t actually need), this review will help you decide.
Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:29 What changes vs Fromage
05:51 How it plays + rules overview
13:41 Final thoughts
16:49 Contact & Socials
After more than a year since the last episode, Curating My Collection is back, and it's my biggest cull yet - 20 games! It's not always easy letting go, but it feels good.
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0:00 Intro
3:30 Silver Bullet
4:25 CHEECH!
5:38 Wizards Cup
6:33 Truffle Shuffle
7:56 Scape Goat
10:05 Atiwa
11:38 Genotype
12:55 Three Sisters
14:32 Fleet: The Dice Game
16:00 Coffee Roaster
20:12 Villagers
21:25 In the Hall of the Mountain King
22:56 Elysium
32:17 First Rat
34:20 Azul: Summer Pavilion
35:30 Skulk Hollow
38:07 Santa Monica
41:42 Let's Go! To Japan
43:29 Men At Work
46:09 Air, Land, & Sea
50:58 Paper Tales
55:00 30 Unplayed Games Played in 2025!
56:26 Collection Stats
Welcome to THE COMPONENT GAME – ROUND ONE 🎲🔥
The ultimate board game game-show where knowledge and component obsession collide!
In this sad excuse for a game show you are tested on your ability to recognise, identify, and understand board game components under no pressure. From meeples and minis to cubes, tokens, tiles, and trays — only the sharpest tabletop minds will survive Round One.
Expect fast-paced questions and plenty of laughs as we kick off the first round of The Component Game. Whether you’re a hardcore board gamer, a casual tabletop fan, or just love competitive game shows, this episode is packed with entertainment.
👉 Can you identify the components?
👉 Play along at home and see how many you get right!
Perfect for fans of:
Board games & tabletop gaming
Game show style formats
Quiz games & challenges
Component nerds and rulebook warriors
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NB: I may have missed out a couple of answers at the end. Apologies…not.
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Intro (00:00);
JRPG stuff (03:30);
Top 10 Solo Games (11:44);
#10 (11:19);
#9 (15:29);
#8 (19:58);
#7 (23:35);
#6 (29:27);
#5 (33:30);
#4 (36:44);
#3 (44:10);
#2 (51:00);
#1 (57:05);
Outro (01:09:09);
We finally got around to playing Rise of the Empire! This expansion for Star Wars: Rebellion took our enjoyment of base game and propelled it even further. The game still has the initial cat and mouse with the highly asymmetrical play, but the ameritrash combat system has been altered with tactic cards! You also get to do worker placement as some of the new leaders from Rogue One (the movie). In our two games, did the rebels win, or was the empire successful with the looming threat of the Death Star miniature?
Table of Contents:
Intro - (0:00)
Talking about new stuff - (3:57)
Talking about things we don't like - (8:51)
Scoring - (13:15)
Extras - (14:38)
On this week's Buffet, two-player games are running the show! The GAME OF THE WEEK features some fun, chaotic, auto-battler gameplay, THE TASTY BIT features an asymmetrical two-player game with some fancy components, we're talking about industry news and a new upcoming game on HOT OFF THE TABLE, and then looking at photos and questions from all of YOU on TOP SHELF SPREAD and FRESH FROM THE MAILBAG. Grab a coffee, grab a snack, grab a pet, cozy up and enjoy the offerings on this week's Buffet!
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0:00 AYCB Buffet - Episode 6
1:13 HOT OFF THE TABLE
8:05 THE TASTY BIT
16:21 TOP SHELF SPREAD
23:13 GAME OF THE WEEK
30:52 FRESH FROM THE MAILBAG
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.
Thank you so much to my Patreon supporters. You can join them in supporting my work here by checking out https://www.patreon.com/paulademing
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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0:00 AYCB: Second Edition
1:49 Update on Dylann
4:16 Update on Braiden
5:40 Update on Carlo
10:58 Going Full-Time & Our Values
16:31 Patreon Support
26:50 Review Philosophy
29:03 Upcoming Videos Tease
32:01 Merch Changes
34:17 Official AYCB Podcast
37:09 Discord Update
39:04 More Ways to Support All You Can Board
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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