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• Throw the Game Out, We’re Done

  By Scott Bogen on 07/24/2017 • ( 0 )

  

  In this episode, Gen Con plans are discussed, as well as a major award. Also, Dice Forge and a comparison of the Exit and Unlock series. Let’s begin now, shall we? Stream Episode 41 (Throw the Game Out, We’re Done)… Read More ›

• Reflections on Eldritch Horror and Why it’s Better Than Arkham Horror

  By Scott Bogen on 05/31/2017 • ( 2 )

  

  Summer is in the air, and in Wisconsin that means the familiar and delectable scent of bratwurst cooking on the grill. It can also mean the inevitable tug to be outside is stewing deep inside you. While struggling to start… Read More ›

• It Feels Really Good

  By Scott Bogen on 05/30/2017 • ( 0 )

  

  In this episode, Scott Bogen and Keith Matejka review RPG Coasters for the high end game room. Keith reveals a surprise for Scott, followed by an overview of Snow Tails, one of the best racing games ever. Scott finally plays… Read More ›

• A Review of Shahrazad, A Tile-Laying Board Game

  By Scott Bogen on 05/20/2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Shahrazad is the storyteller in One Thousand and One Nights (commonly referred to as “Arabian Nights“), the book which includes the tales of Aladdin and Ali Baba. You, on the other hand, will be playing the role of Shahrazad, who… Read More ›

• A Review of 1754 Conquest: The French and Indian War

  By Scott Bogen on 05/19/2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Every now and then a game system comes along that delivers a refreshing jolt to all that’s come before it. It’s often something that makes you ask, “Why didn’t I think of that?” 1754 Conquest: The French & Indian War,… Read More ›

• Preview of Roll Player Monsters and Minions Expansion

  By Scott Bogen on 05/04/2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Keith Matejka shares all the details of his upcoming Monsters & Minions expansion for Roll Player! Learn how players will be pitted against a final boss monster, new Market cards, a new type of die added to the dice bag,… Read More ›

• There’s No Such Thing as a Cool Cup

  By Scott Bogen on 03/29/2017 • ( 2 )

  

  Scott Bogen and Keith Matejka discuss Gloomhaven, Planetarium, Saint Malo and Arkham Horror The Card Game in this power packed episode. All this and more. Let’s begin now, shall we? Stream Episode 38 (There’s No Such Thing as a Cool… Read More ›