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Part two of March Gamer Madness, featuring the listeners' top 64 games, is here, plus some recent game reviews and previews of what's to come.===========Join us at Long Island Tabletop Expo 2023 in Garden CIty, NJ on March 18-19. We'll be presenting three special panels and a live show for episode 416. ===========* Question of the Week: Jumanji but real life...what game would you most want to be stuck in?* Acquisition Disorders: Reviving Kathmandu, Star Wars: The Deck Building Game* At the Table Reviews: Damage Control, Her StoryIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Part one of March Gamer Madness features us running through the top 64 listeners' games from 2022 to narrow down the field to 32 for next week. Thanks to everyone who voted in our poll and contest. Winners will be announced on the next episode.If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Coming at you with another ad-free episode of BGA. This week we're looking at some of the best board game sequels out there, plus we break down the (ridiculous) back and forth between Brass and Gloomhaven fans on BoardGameGeek, and delve into some upcoming releases at the table. Acquisition Disorders: Huang, Frostpunk: The Board Game At the Table Reviews: Tragedy Looper: New Tragedies, Marvel: Age of HeroesIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris is joined by special guest Game Master Dave this week to talk about the upcoming Long Island Tabletop Game Expo (at which BGA will be guests—join us if you can!) The two discuss upcoming games we're excited about and recent plays as well.===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Check out Dave's website to read and hear more from him: https://gamemastergames.com/.=================== Acquisition Disorders - Mother Tree, Cyclades: Legendary Edition At the Table Reviews - Twilight Inscription, Canvas: Reflections Feature - Dave's Top 10 GamesIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donat

This week we're looking at how gamers determine the relative value of each game in their collection. What do you keep? What do you sell? When do you decide it's time to move on from a game you used to love? We dig into all of this and more in this week's episode===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: How do you determine the value of a game in your collection? Is it the number of times played? Enjoyment from owning it? Actual physical value? Or do you not think about it at all? Acquisition Disorders: Dead Cells: A Rogue-Lite Board Game, Chomp, Sail, Couture, and Mind Space At the Table Revie

This week we're looking at all the hot games currently burning up the charts on Board Game Geek. Which games are hot, which ones are we excited to play, and what's on there for "reasons?"===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: "What is the game you are most excited to play this year and why (KS or retail)?" Acquisition Disorders: Andromeda's Edge, Expeditions At the Table Reviews: Mosaic, WoodcraftIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanon

This week on the podcast, we're talking about how we approach collecting, culling, and the massive process of curating and maintaining the games we own. We hear from the community, share our experiences, and consider how to stay sane with all that cardboard.===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: "What advice would you offer to new gamers about collecting and culling?" AND "Is there a game that you will never cull/remove from your collection no matter how little it gets played?" Acquisition Disorders: The Lord of the Rings Adventure Book Game, 7 Wonders Edifice At the Table Reviews:

Chris is joined by Will this week to talk about all the recent changes, announcements, un-announcements, and general drama surrounding Dungeons and Dragons.===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: Due to technical issues on Anthony's end, there was no question of the week this week. We'll be back next week with double duty. Acquisition Disorders: City of Mist: Local Legends, Marvel United: Multiverse At the Table Reviews: Wolves, TiletumIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.

This week's episode features a rundown of the best games based on public-domain IPs. From Robinson Crusoe to the Fury of Dracula, which games do the classics best?===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: "What book would you most like to see get a board game adaptation and why? & Do you log your game plays? Why or why not?" Acquisition Disorders: Green Planet: Powerline & Future Energy, Tales of the Arthurian Knights At the Table Reviews: War of the Ring: The Card Game, The Night CageIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Tw

It's time for one final look at 2022, with BGA's picks for the best games of the year. We had a heck of a time this year with so many amazing releases, so join us for a rundown of the best of the best from 2022. ===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.From now until the end of January, Paperlike is also including their digital pro planner bundle at no extra cost with every order placed through the Paperlike store.Plus, shipping is completely free!Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================Nominees:Best Digital Implementation: Everdell, Roll Player, Hero Realms, Munchkin DigitalBest Family Game: Streets, My Lil' Everdell, Jurassic World: The Legacy of Isla Nub

Episode 405 is up, featuring our 50 most anticipated games of 2023. Find out which new games, pending Kickstarter releases, and expansions on the horizon have us the most excited going into the new year. ===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Paperlike.To pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.From now until the end of January, Paperlike is also including their digital pro planner bundle at no extra cost with every order placed through the Paperlike store.Plus, shipping is completely free!Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com).

2022 is just about over and that means it's time to look back on the year as a whole. This week, we're reviewing 2022, looking at the games that came out, what we played, what we didn't, and what got delayed. ===================This week’s episode is sponsored by PaperlikeTo pick up your Paperlike, head to paperlike.com/BGA, click “Buy Paperlike,” and select your iPad size.From now until the end of January, Paperlike is also including their digital pro planner bundle at no extra cost with every order placed through the Paperlike store.Plus, shipping is completely free!Ready to do more with your iPad? Head over to paperlike.com/BGA to get started.===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamers

We're excited to announce an all-new endeavor for BGA coming in 2023: Board Game Academics! Join us for a discussion of what brought us to this point, how we're approaching our newest project, and what you can expect from us in 2023 and beyond.===================Interested in checking out the Fan Roll Dice set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: Is there a fun hobby board game (so not purely educational) you feel helped you learn something important about yourself or the world? Acquisition Disorders: Mosaic: A Story of Civilization, Arabella At the Table Reviews: Wildstyle, Starship CaptainsIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.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 Inq

For years, it's been difficult to find quality Christmas-themed games for those who want more than a retheme or Monopoly variant. Times are changing, though, and we've gathered the Top 10 Christmas-themed games for the 2022 holiday season.===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You’ll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It’s time to share your story!===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/=================== Question of the Week: It's about that time again. What is your pick for the best game released in 2022 and why? Acquisition Disorders: Numbsters, Empire's End At the Table Reviews: Dungeon Drop, Nacho Pile, Master DaterIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Faceb

PAX Unplugged was this last weekend, and it was amazing! For episode 401, we run through everything we saw, the people we met, the games we played, and what stood out from the convention. Many reviews are incoming!===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You’ll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It’s time to share your story!===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================Games Discussed: Atiwa Crossing Oceans Rebuilding Seattle Marvel: Age of Heroes Deal with the Devil My Lil' Everdell Lacrimosa Marvel Dice Throne Cat in Box Ouch! Gang of Dice Ship Ahoy Frosthaven Skyrise Andromeda's Edge Starship Captains Beer and Bread Dune Immortality Mobile Markets Boop

We did it! 400 episodes in the book, featuring our big, biannual run through of our top 100 games of all time. Not only can you listen to each of our top 50 games this week on the oversized 2 hour episode, but you can also download the rest on Patreon over the next couple of weeks and we'll have the full write up on our website this coming week at https://www.boardgamersanonymous.com/top-100-games/We hope you enjoy! ===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You’ll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It’s time to share your story!===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://fanrolldice.com/ref/2755/===================If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (

Happy shopping to all! And to all a good game night. It's that time of year again; our picks for the best of the best games for holiday gifts ahead of the busy shopping season.===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You’ll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It’s time to share your story!===================Interested in checking out the Metallic Dice Games set featured in our gift guide? Check out their site here: https://metallicdicegames.com/ref/2524/For our question of the week this week, we asked: What's a game from the last 2-3 years that you feel has been largely overlooked and deserves more attention? Why?If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You ca

It's that time of the year; we've polled you, the listeners and now we're excited to share the top 20 games of all time, according to the BGA community.===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You’ll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It’s time to share your story!===================Acquisition Disorders: Fit to Print, Canvas: Finishing TouchesAt the Table Reviews: Skymines, Astra, Star Wars: The Clone WarsIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.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/pri

With Thanksgiving almost upon us, it's time to consider what the holiday is really about—family, and lots of sniping at family around the dinner table. Why argue about things that will make you actually angry though, when you can play a board game? Check out our list of the top 10 games with a 'take that' mechanic in this week's episode.===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You’ll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It’s time to share your story!===================Make sure to complete our Listener's Top 20 poll this year for a chance to win a free board game, plus help us make our Top 20 list for episode 398.Acquisition Disorders: Slay the Spire: The Board Game, Unconscious MindsAt the Table Reviews: VerdantIf you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamer

This week, we're taking a deep dive into the hottest mobile card game on the planet right now, Marvel Snap. Is it worth playing? What cards are best? How much money do you need to spend? We answer all the pressing questions board gamers have about this hot new card battler.===================This week’s episode is sponsored by Zencastr.Go to zencastr.com/pricing and use my code “bga”. You’ll get 30 percent off your first three months of Zencastr professional.I want you to have the same easy experiences I do for all my podcasting and content needs. It’s time to share your story!===================Our question of the week this week focuses on the best of the best dress up for Halloween: "If you had to dress as a board game character, who would it be and why?"If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patr