In this episode, Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss the finer points of the suggested ages you see on game boxes, and when it matters to pay attention. Also, how a board game can make you scared, a new Tale of Boardgaming Horror, and some Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops.
Tom and Julie have been traveling, and we want to hear about where they've been. We have recaps of the World Series of Boardgaming in Las Vegas and Spiel in Essen, before sharing some Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops.
Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss Essen Spiel 2023, including some general information on the layout, food, and happenings at the fair, as well as some of their most anticipated games. Then they close the show with reviews of Ticket To Ride Legacy, Fit to Print, and Deckscape: Tokyo Blackout.
01:27 - Food
04:26 - Layout Changes
17:32 - Booth Schedule (Dice Tower 3W103, Van Ryder Games 2C102)
19:55 - Press Pre-Show
20:49 - Tips
27:07 - Anticipated Games
27:48 - Among Cultists
29:15 - The White Castle
30:45 - Evacuation
31:28 - Lost Ruins of Arnak: The Missing Expedition
This Time, Tom, Julie, and Eric recount their adventures at the Dice Tower Retreat and the Alliance Trade Show, try to get to the bottom of marketing strategies for Boardgame "families", present a new Tale of Boardgaming Horror, and share some Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops.
In this episode, Tom, Julie, and Eric discuss the logic behind MSRP at your local game store, put a trio of games up against each other in an arena Showdown, present a classic Tale of Boardgaming Horror, and share some Roses, Thorns, and Hula Hoops.
02:56 - The News: MSRP
13:54 - Showdown: Freelancers vs Wander: The Cult of Barnacle Bay vs Near and Far