Board Gamers Anonymous
495 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★ - 67 ratingsBoard Gamers Anonymous is a podcast about tabletop board gamers and the insane fun they have at the table together - from Euros like Food Chain Magnate, Caverna, and Gaia Project to American Style games like Rising Sun, Gloomhaven, and more.
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BGA Episode 330 - A Very Special Episode of BGA
June 16, 2021 17:08 - 1 hour - 57 MBThis 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.boardgamersanonymou...
BGA Episode 329: Best Games to Simply Teach Specific Mechanics
June 10, 2021 12:15 - 1 hour - 63 MBThis 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 Mo...
BGA Episode 328 - Is Crowdfunding killing board game expansions?
June 03, 2021 00:27 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThis 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 ...
BGA Episode 327 - BGG Hotness June 2021
May 27, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBThis 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 ...
BGA Episode 326 - Spiel des Jahres Nominees for 2021
May 20, 2021 14:07 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBThis 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, M...
BGA Episode 325 - Talk me out of buying/backing...Mosaic - A Story of Civilization
May 13, 2021 11:35 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBThis 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 a...
BGA Episode 324 - 15th Annual Golden Geek Awards Winners
May 05, 2021 11:56 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBThis 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 an...
BGA Episode 323 - BGG Hotness May 2021
April 28, 2021 11:54 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBThis 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 ...
BGA Episode 322 - Talk me out of backing...Marvel United: X-Men!
April 21, 2021 12:13 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBThis 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...
BGA Episode 321 - Top Ten Animal Based Games
April 15, 2021 12:53 - 1 hour - 57 MBThis 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 ca...
Episode 320 - Post Quarantine Gaming Strategy
April 07, 2021 12:31 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBThis 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 Boa...
BGA Episode 319 - BGG Hotness March 2021
March 31, 2021 13:07 - 1 hour - 63 MBThis 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 mis...
BGA Episode 318 - March Gamer Madness: Solo Games Rounds 2-6
March 24, 2021 12:40 - 1 hour - 88 MBIt’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 cat...
BGA Episode 317 - March Gamer Madness 2021: Solo Games Round 1
March 17, 2021 16:18 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBIt'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 pa...
BGA Episode 316 - Games Too BIG to Play
March 10, 2021 12:16 - 1 hour - 67.3 MBThis 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...
BGA Episode 315 - If you like Stardew Valley: The Board Game...
March 03, 2021 12:56 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBThis 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, ...
BGA Episode 314 - BGG Hotness February
February 24, 2021 19:01 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBThis week we’re looking at the BGG Hotness for the end of February 2021. Which 15 games are atop the list as of February 22? First up, though, is our question of the week: Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
BGA Episode 314 - BGG Hotness February
February 24, 2021 19:01 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBThis week we’re looking at the BGG Hotness for the end of February 2021. Which 15 games are atop the list as of February 22? First up, though, is our question of the week:
BGA Episode 313 - Amazon's Top 100 Selling Board Games
February 17, 2021 13:03 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBThis week we’re looking at Amazon's list of top selling board games to see what's moving and shaking outside of the hobby space. First up, though, is our question of the week: What older euro would most benefit from a big, expansive Kickstarter relaunch? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Red Rising, After the Empire At the Table: Overboss, Moonrakers Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com...
BGA Episode 312 - The Ultimate Uwe Rosenberg Tier List!
February 10, 2021 13:33 - 1 hour - 109 MBThis week we’re looking at some of the best games of all time from Uwe Rosenberg and creating our Ultimate Uwe Tier List. First up, though, is our question of the week: What's the best game with polyominos? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Roote: The Marauder Expansion, Clinic Deluxe: The 2nd and 3rd Extensions At the Table: Hallertau, Carnegie Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgap...
BGA Episode 311 - Our Favorite Failed Game Systems
February 03, 2021 20:50 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week we're looking at some of the game systems that failed in recent years that we wish had found a way to succeed. First up, though, is our question of the week: What's a game or game system that was cut short or canceled by its publisher that you wish would come back? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Tinner's Trail, Juicy Fruits At the Table: Kanban EV, Alma Mater Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every W...
BGA Episode 311 - Our Favorite Failed Game Systems
February 03, 2021 20:50 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBThis week we're looking at some of the game systems that failed in recent years that we wish had found a way to succeed. First up, though, is our question of the week: What's a game or game system that was cut short or canceled by its publisher that you wish would come back? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Tinner's Trail, Juicy Fruits At the Table: Kanban EV, Alma Mater Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EST every W...
BGA Episode 310 - BGG Hotness January w/ Andrew Parks
January 27, 2021 14:06 - 1 hour - 67 MBThis week we're joined by good friend of the show, Andrew Parks, designer of the upcoming Core Worlds: Empires, hitting Kickstarter next week. We talk about his games, some recent plays and go into the BGG hotness for January. First up, though, is our question of the week: What's your limit for number of hours playing a single game? On the show this week, we cover: Core Worlds Empires and Nemesis Kickstarter. Coming February 2, 2021: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/quixoticgames/c...
BGA Episode 309 - Top 10 "The Card Game"s
January 20, 2021 19:36 - 1 hour - 64 MBThis week we’re looking at the Top 10 “The Card Game”s from board gaming – games that take the core ideas and mechanics from larger board games…and make a card game out of it! First up, though, is our question of the week: Is there a game you play with ALL of the expansions? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition, The Animation Collection At the Table: 7 Wonders Duel: Agora, Praga Caput Regni Feature: Top 10 The Card Game’s Don’t ...
BGA Episode 308 - Top 10 "The Dice Game"s
January 13, 2021 16:56 - 57 minutes - 79 MBThis week we’re looking at the top 10 "The Dice Game"s from board gaming - games that take the core ideas and mechanics form larger board games...and add dice! First up, though, is our question of the week: Are you participating in any board game challenges this year? If so, what's on tap? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Nusfjord Salmon Deck, Nidavellir At the Table: Beyond the Sun, Godzilla: Tokyo Clash Feature: Top 10 The Dice Game's Don’t miss BGA Live! ...
BGA Episode 308 - Top 10 "The Dice Game"s
January 13, 2021 16:56 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBThis week we’re looking at the top 10 "The Dice Game"s from board gaming - games that take the core ideas and mechanics form larger board games...and add dice! First up, though, is our question of the week: Are you participating in any board game challenges this year? If so, what's on tap? On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Nusfjord Salmon Deck, Nidavellir At the Table: Beyond the Sun, Godzilla: Tokyo Clash Feature: Top 10 The Dice Game's Don’t miss BGA Live! ...
BGA Episode 307 - 2021's Most Anticipated Games
January 06, 2021 13:39 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBIt's a new year! And that means a whole bunch of new games on the horizon to look forward to. This week, we're diving into more than 50 upcoming releases that we're excited to see in 2021. Join us for a rundown of everything we already know is coming out this year (and there will be more!) First up, though, is our question of the week: What game releases are you most looking forward to in 2021? And then we dive into what's upcoming and why we're looking forward to it so much! See the fu...
BGA Episode 306 - Year in Review 2020
December 30, 2020 15:31 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBWhelp, it's over! In many ways, that's the nicest thing we can say about 2020. But let's not be too hasty. While board gamers have weathered a year without conventions, game groups, and many delays in new releases, there were quite a few really solid releases. We ran through the 32 best of those in last week's awards episode, and this week, we look back at what we had been most anticipating. First up, though, is our question of the week: Have you been to the World Boardgaming Champi...
BGA Episode 305 - BGA Awards 2020
December 23, 2020 13:46 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB2020 has been a year unlike any other! For most things, that's not a ringing endorsement, but for board games, it's been a pretty solid year! Listen as we rundown our Games of the Year in eight categories, with nominees including: Best Online Implementation: Santorini, Teotihuacan, 7 Wonders Duel, Potion Explosion Best App: Root, Spirit Island, Wingspan, Roll for the Galaxy Family Game: Mariposas, Trekking the World, Mysterium Park, Fort Heavy Strategy Game: On Mars, Tekhenu, Food Ch...
BGA Episode 304 - If You Like Among Us, Try...
December 16, 2020 12:31 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBThis week we're looking at eight games you might like if you also like Among Us, the pop culture phenomenon video game experience that swept Twitch in 2020. On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Ugly Gryphon Inn, The Last Brave At the Table: Merv: The Heart of the Silk Road, Tungaru Feature: If You Like Among Us, Try... 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.c...
BGA Episode 303 - Top Ten Board Game Box Covers
December 09, 2020 15:35 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBThis week we’re running down the 10 best board game box covers and why you should definitely judge these games by their covers. On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Merv: The Heart of the Silk Road, Momiji At the Table: Whistle Mountain, The Ruhr: A Story of Coal Trade Feature: Top Ten Board Game Bo Covers 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....
BGA Episode 303 - Top Ten Board Game Box Covers
December 09, 2020 15:35 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBThis week we’re running down the 10 best board game box covers and why you should definitely judge these games by their covers. On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Merv: The Heart of the Silk Road, Momiji At the Table: Whistle Mountain, The Ruhr: A Story of Coal Trade Feature: Top Ten Board Game Bo Covers 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....
BGA Episode 302 - Holiday Gift Guide
December 02, 2020 13:04 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBThis week we’re running down 20 games in 8 categories in our annual holiday gift guide. Learn which games we recommend for gift giving (and receiving!) Check the list below for every game covered, and the episodes on which they were reviewed. Digital Games: CC: Wingspan (Steam) (284), Root (Steam) (289) Family Games: Mysterium Park (298), Draftosaurus (272), Truffle Shuffle (293) Solo Games: Sanctum (279), Smartphone Inc (280) Two Player Games: Patchwork: Christmas/Winter Edition (Up...
BGA Episode 301 - Listeners' Top 20 Games
November 25, 2020 13:01 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThis week we’re running down your top 20 games of all time! Thank you to all 240+ of you who completed our survey to help build this list and congratulations to Damian for winning a game in the contest! Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EDT 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...
BGA Episode 300! Top 100 Games of All Time
November 18, 2020 12:48 - 3 hours - 182 MBIt's Episode 300! In our biggest, longest episode ever(!!), we run through both Anthony's and Chris's top 100 games of all time. Strap in - this is a long one. First up, don’t miss your chance to win a game from our Listeners’ Top 20 Contest, ending today! https://boardgamersanonymous.com/2020-listeners-top-20-games-time-contest/ Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EDT every Wednesday on twitch.com/bgapodcast and on boardgamearena.com’s homepag...
BGA Episode 299 - Most Essential Board Game Expansions of All Time
November 11, 2020 18:05 - 1 hour - 61 MBThis week we're running down 15 of the most essential board game expansions of all time. First up, don’t miss your chance to win a game from our Listeners’ Top 20 Contest, running now through November 18: https://boardgamersanonymous.com/2020-listeners-top-20-games-time-contest/ On the show this week, we cover: Acquisition Disorders: Draftosaurus: Aerial Park/Marina, Concordia: Digital Edition At the Table: Castles of Tuscany, Egizia: Shifting Sands Feature: Most Essential Board G...
BGA Episode 298 - Top 10 Endless Games
November 04, 2020 13:15 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBThis week we're looking at the top 10 games that can keep you busy forever(!) if you're stuck inside. These are big, long, highly replayable games, often with solo components. First up, don’t miss your chance to win a game from our Listeners’ Top 20 Contest, running now through November 7: https://boardgamersanonymous.com/2020-listeners-top-20-games-time-contest/ On the show this week, we cover: Question of the Week: What's the typical lifespan for a game you keep on the shelf? Acqui...
BGA Episode 297 - Spiel.Digital Hotness
October 28, 2020 11:42 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBSpiel.Digital was this last weekend and it was loaded with events, new game announcements, and new games shipping all over the world. We're here to discuss all the best stuff to come out of the four day event and the current hotness. First up, don’t miss your chance to win a game from our Listeners’ Top 20 Contest, running now through November 7: https://boardgamersanonymous.com/2020-listeners-top-20-games-time-contest/ On the show this week, we cover: Question of the Week: How many of...
BGA Episode 296 - BGG Top 100 - #50-1 (2020)
October 21, 2020 11:05 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBWe’re finishing up our run through the Board Game Geek’s Top 100 list to tell you which games we think are buys, plays, dodges or “2020 games” (you know, burns). This week we’re running through #50-1. Lots of announcements this week! First up, don't miss your chance to win a game from our Listeners' Top 20 Contest, running now through November 7: https://boardgamersanonymous.com/2020-listeners-top-20-games-time-contest/ Next up, we're running a special Essen Feed bright and early the ...
BGA Episode 295 - BGG Top 100 - #100-51 (2020)
October 14, 2020 11:43 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBThis week we're running through the Board Game Geek's Top 100 list to tell you which games we think are buys, plays, dodges or "2020 games" (you know, burns). This week we're hitting up #100-51 and then next week the rest up to #1. Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EDT 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...
Episode 294 - BGG Hotness - October 2020
October 07, 2020 10:37 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThis week we’re looking at another batch of games on the fall release radar from BoardGameGeek's preview list. It's the final pre-Essen hotness! But first, we discuss our question of the week: What's your spooky game of choice for the Halloween season? In acquisition disorders this week, Anthony looks at the Princess Bride Adventure Book - is it any good? And Chris looks at Untamed: Feral Factions - Spirit Strike Edition, on Kickstarter right now. At the table this week, Anthony revie...
BGA Episode 293 - Top Ten Second Editions
September 30, 2020 11:53 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBThis week we're looking at the best of the best Second Editions of board games. Which game's first major revision does the best job of updating and upgrading the experience? But first, we discuss our question of the week: What game do you actively enjoy teaching to new players? In acquisition disorders this week, Anthony looks at a tile-laying puzzle game currently on Kickstarter - Cascadia. Chris looks at the upcoming expansion for Grand Austria Hotel: Let's Waltz! coming to Kickstarte...
BGA Episode 292 - Kicking the Habit: Top 5 Kickstarters September 2020
September 24, 2020 02:36 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBIt's a big week on Kickstarter so we're talking all about it - the biggest and best new games on crowdfunding for September. But first, we discuss our question of the week: Have you purchased or avoided purchasing a game solely because of the theme? Did you ever regret the decision? And then in our feature, we look at 6 games on Kickstarter and other crowdfunding platforms that are blowing up right now. Don’t miss BGA Live! on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm ED...
BGA Episode 291 - Best of Eagle-Gryphon Games
September 16, 2020 15:34 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBWe’re back this week with our picks for the best releases by Eagle-Gryphon games (with one very special exception for our newest Hall of Fame entry). But first, we discuss our question of the week: With the announcement that we're finally getting a Heroquest reboot, what's another old game that's yet to be rebooted that you'd like to see? In Acquisition Disorders this week, Anthony looks at Deck of Wonders and At the Table, he got a chance to play the Shadowed Paths expansion for Lord o...
BGA Episode 290 - BGG Hotness - Fall 2020 Preview
September 09, 2020 20:34 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBWe're back with another preview of all the hot games coming your way in 2020. Check out our initial preview list of September-October releases (you guessed it - Essen!) plus a review of Mariposas and a preview of Coatl. But first, we discuss our question of the week: If you had to choose one game to represent the state of hobby board gaming today, what would it be and why? Don't miss BGA Live! launching this week on BoardGameArena.com and Twitch. You can catch us 8:30pm EDT on twitch.co...
BGA Episode 289 - The Best Version Of...Ticket to Ride!
September 02, 2020 18:47 - 43 minutes - 40 MBThis week we have a brand new feature, in which we look at the various versions, expansions, and promos for some of the biggest games out there and tell you the unequivocal, best (seriously, we know our stuff!) version of that game. This week, Ticket to Ride. But first, we discuss our question of the week: What makes your favorite game fun? Is it a unique mechanic? The feeling it gives you at the table? A special memory? In acquisition disorders this week Anthony looks at Paladins of the...
BGA Episode 288 - Board Game Collecting Interventions
August 26, 2020 12:41 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBThis week we're going down the rabbit hole, looking at 12 games that we've collected incessantly, why we've done it and whether those extras, expansions, and promos will ever actually get played. But first, we discuss our question of the week: What's the most replayable game you can recommend for less than $40? In acquisition disorders this week Anthony looks at CloudAge - the newest game from Alexander Pfister coming later this year - and Chris looks at Hamburg and Amsterdam, the first...
BGA Episode 287 - 7th Anniversary Special!
August 20, 2020 11:15 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBThis week we’re celebrating as we mark the 7th year since we started the podcast! That means looking back at our favorite acquisition disorders, at the tables and features of the last 12 months. But first, we discuss our question of the week: What's your game of the year so far for 2020 (among those already released)? In acquisition disorders this week Anthony looks at Dune Imperium, and Chris looks at both Lunar Base and Arcana Rising. At the table this week, Anthony reviews The Mag...
BGA Episode 286 - Listener Questions!
August 13, 2020 15:42 - 55 minutes - 51 MBIt's one of our favorite episodes of the year - our chance to answer your questions! Thanks to everyone out there who submitted questions for the episode. We had a blast reading through them and answering everything. It's always great to hear from our listeners and we appreciate you all for everything you do! 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.boardgamersanon...
Episode 285 - If You Like Tascini & Turczi, Try...
August 07, 2020 01:15 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBThis week Anthony is camping! So friend of the show, Chris Champ joins Chris to discuss some of our favorite game designers - the T's! Tascini and Turczi. But first, we discuss our question of the week: What games are you most excited about from Gen Con? 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...