Board Gamers Anonymous

This wseek, Chris and Daniel discuss the top 10 games that our listeners noted as their favorites in our recent survey. Learn which games hit the top of the list - there were some expected and a few surprises on the list. We also discuss a couple of games we got to the table recently, two hot new games we're interested in picking up and much more on this week's new episode: ​Intro: The Mystery of the Disappearing & Reappearing Podcasters Acquisition Disorder: The Others: 7 Sins, Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – The Force Awakens Core Set At the Table:  Domaine, Flip City Feature: BGA Fan Top Ten Solo Gaming: XenoShyft: Onslaught Final Round: National Dog Week And don't forget to connect with us on BoardGameGeek, Twitter, and Facebook. And you can back us on Patreon for just $1.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a big month for us! We're two years old and still growing with so many opportunities to try and do new things (especially with listener feedback provided in our recent survey). Join Anthony, Chris, Daniel and Drew this week as they discuss: ​Intro: BGA is 2 years old and still growing and moving! ​Shout it From the Tabletop: Kickstarter Million Dollar Blunder & Survey Results Acquisition Disorder: Pandemic Legacy, AD: Abyss: Kraken, Gloomhaven At the Table:  Discoveries, Arcadia Quest: Beyond the Grave Feature: Our 2nd Birthday: Our Favorite Games & Episodes Solo Gaming: Imperial Settlers Atlanteans Final Round: One Game Marathons ​ And make sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and BoardGameGeek, plus don't forget to take a look at our Patreon account - if you think this episode is worth $1, you casn back us there and help us keep growing.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me

This week, in a special, extra awesome episode, we announce the winner of our CoolStuffInc $50 giveaway, talk about three amazing new games, and discuss an important topic in the hobby - the representation of women in board games.    ​Intro: Cool Stuff Inc Contest Winner!!!! ​Shout it From the Tabletop:  Acquisition Disorder: Roll for the Galaxy: Ambition, Tabletopia, Forbidden Stars At the Table:  AT:The World of Smog: On Her Maj​esty's Service, Dingominos, Mission: Red Planet (2nd Ed) Feature: Best Games for Female Representation Final Round: Back to School Essentials: Binders, Plano Organizer, Rubber Band-Its   Don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and BoardGameGeek, and make sure to check us out on Patreon, where you can back an episode for $1 to show your support. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, join Anthony, Chris and Daniel to talk about 9 games you might like if you also like Munchkin, along with reviews of recent releases Nevermore and The Voyages of Marco Polo, and ruminations on a couple of games headed our way after Essen.  ​Intro: Cool Stuff Inc. Contest! ​Shout it From the Tabletop: New Origin Awards Acquisition Disorder: German Railroads, CVlizations,Doomtown Premium Edition At the Table: Creative Clash,The Voyages of Marco Polo, Nevermore Feature: If You Like Munchkin, try... Final Round: Where is Drew?! Make sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and on BoardGameGeek, and if you like what you hear, back us on Patreon for $1! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're looking at games that replace other games, and boy are there are a lot of them! In just the last year the reprints, reimplementations and updates are getting out of control. Join Anthony, Chris, Daniel and Drew as we discuss 10 games that bumped other games from our shelves: Intro: Cool Stuff Inc. Contest! ​Shout it From the Tabletop  Interview: Mensa Mind Games Chief Judge Greg Webster Acquisition Disorder Solo Gaming with Anthony: Hostage Negotiator -  At the Table: Doomtown: Reloaded, Game of Thrones 2nd, Broken Token 7 Wonders & Coins Feature: Top 10 Games that Bumped Other Games Off Our Shelves Final Round: Games That You Can Play While Traveling Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, BoardGameGeek, and Patreon. And don't forget to enter our contest!. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Anthony, Chris, Daniel and Drew are discussing some of the biggest surprises we ran across at GenCon, the games we were able to play and the long list of new games that we are eager to play when they release later this year. Plus week two of our CoolStuffInc contest! Intro: Cool Stuff Inc. Contest! Shout it From the Tabletop: 3:24 Acquisition Disorder: 7:28 At the Table: 20:34 Feature: Gen Con Surprises: 42:49 Final Round: Gen Con Changes: 1:06:52 And don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and BoardGameGeek. We're also on Patreon! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week all four BGA members are on the air to discuss the games you might like if you like 7 Wonders. We'll also be talking about some recent news in the world of hobby board gamging including future-past of GenCon and some of our recent acquisition disorders and games played. PLUS we start week one of our big August contest - find out you can enter to win $50 (and a shot at $1,000) from CoolStuffInc. as part of the Dice Tower's big post-GenCon contest.  Intro: Cool Stuff Inc. Contest! ​Shout it From the Tabletop: 5:02​ Acquisition Disorder: 16:21 At the Table: 26:03 Feature: If You Like 7 Wonders, Try...: 42:49 Final Round: Favorite Franchise Games: 59:51 Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and back us on Patreon - we really appreciate your support! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Anthony, Chris, and Daniel get together to discuss the biggest event in gaming - Gencon - where we'll be all this coming week. Anthony also has a new Solo gaming segment, and you can learn more about the games we've been playing lately: Solo Gaming; 6:06 Acquisition Disorder: 16:08 At The Table:21:42 Feature Review: Gen Con 2015 ​Games: 31:35 Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and on BoardGameGeek. You can also back us on Patreon. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Anthony and Chris sit down to discuss whether they chrome out their games beyond what comes in the base box, from sleeving to token upgrades to special edition wooden boxes and everything in between. Drew joins them to discuss recent news and we talk about our favorite restaurant games in the final round.  Shout it From the Tabletop: 3:15 Acquisition Disorder: 21:31 At the Table: 32:14 Feature: BGA Court: To Sleeve or Not to Sleeve...: 45:41 Final Round: Restaurant Games: 1:06:05 Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, BoardGameGeek, and on Patreon as well! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out this week's new episode with Anthony, Chris, Dave, and Drew discussing recent plays at Dexcon 18, how to game on a budget successfully (and save some serious cash), and what you'd dress as if you went to a convention in cosplay. Shout it From the Tabletop: 2:30 At the Table: 10:17 Feature: Gamer FAQ: Gaming on a Budget: 32:55 Final Round: Board Game Cosplay: 46:26 Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, BoardGameGeek, and Patreon! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Anthony and Chris get together to talk about some of the recent awards going out, a couple of games they are eager to pick up in the near future and the 6 games you should try if you like Power Grid but are looking for something new.  Shout it From the Tabletop: 2:48 Acquisition Disorder: 20:49 At the Table: 24:35 Feature: If you like Power Grid, try...: 32:30​ Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, BoardGameGeek, and Patreon. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our listeners are back! Tune in for part two of our special listener's feedback, mega-topic, short answer extravaganza on Episode 76. Drew joins Chris and Anthony to discuss these questions along with a few recent acquisition disorders and recent plays of both Tzolkin, the Mayan Calendar and The Castles of Burgandy. Shout it From the Tabletop: 4:03 Acquisition Disorder: 7:49   At the Table: 13:21   Feature: Listener Feedback Part 2: 27:18​   Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, BoardGameGeek, and Patreon. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Chris and Anthony this week to discuss all the things you need to know about the wide world of made up gamer terminology. We'll also be talking about a couple of games we recently got to the table and some hot new games on the horizon we're eager to pick up: Shout It From The Table Top: 6:19 Acquisition Disorder: 13:11   At the Table with BGA: 17:32   Feature Review: Gamer FAQ: Gaming Terms:26:29   Don't forget to follow up on Facebook, Twitter, BoardGamersAnonymous.com, BoardGameGeek.com and Patreon.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's here and we have guests! On our very special, long awaited Listener Feedback special, we welcome three guest interviewees to discuss their gaming habits and activitis, and we discuss more than a dozen different comments, questions, and bits of feedback we received from listeners over the course of the last six weeks.  Tune in and listen to us discuss gaming in Jumanji, the games we don't have time to play, what we'd get rid of first if we were moving and much more on Episode 74, the Listener Feedback Special! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Anthony, Chris and Daniel sit down to discuss the games you should try if you like Pandemic. We're also talking about some recent play throughs of games and a handful of new Kickstarter campaigns and releases we're excited to see hit the market. Acquisition Disorder Corner: 4:04​ At the Table: 14:42 Feature: If you like Pandemic, try...: 29:34 Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Like us on Facebook, and connect with us on Patreon and BoardGameGeek to stay connected.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Anthony, Chris, and two special guests - Dave and Chris - on this week's episode to discuss our biggest gaming regrets, plus three games we recently got to the table for a holiday gaming extravaganza: At The Table: 8:29 Terra Mystica:8:40 The Speicherstadt: 17:43 Medici:24:24 Feature Review: Our Greatest Gaming Regrets: 32:03 Star Trek Fleet Captains: 33:05 Myth: 39:04 Dice Masters: 43:30 Bruxelles 1893: 50:28 Tigris and Euphrates:54:47 And make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, BoardGameGeek, and Patreon!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Chris and Daniel take a look at one of the most challenging components of board gaming - how to teach a game to other players. Listen as they discuss the most effective ways to teach a game well. Anthony also hops on for his solo segment and the guys look at some recent news and hot new games they're interested in. Shout it From The Table Top:4:30 Acquisition Disorder: 20:09 Solo Gaming: 25:36​ Feature: How to Teach a Board game: 32:55 Finally, make sure to follow BGA on Twitter, Facebook, and on our website, BoardGamersAnonymous.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Anthony, Daniel and Drew connect to talk about the NEW essential games for any gamer's collection. Whether you're interested in building out a collection for the first time or you are replacing a collection you left behind or sold off for a move, we have a full break down of what you should be looking at in this week's episode.   Shout it from the Tabletop: 3:49​ Acquisition Disorder: 13:53 Feature: Gamer FAQ: New Essential Games for a Collection: 24:39   Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter (@BGAPodcast), on BoardGameGeek, and on BoardGamersAnonymous.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Anthony, Chris and Daniel join together for the next entry in BGA's If You Like, Try... feature, this time focusing on classic deck building game, Dominion. They also talk about a couple of games they got to the table this week, their thoughts on the upcoming Dice Tower Awards, and Anthony has a new Solo Gaming feature.   Shout it from the Tabletop:3:287​ Acquisition Disorder: 29:13 Kicking the Habit:38:20 At the Table: 44:38 Solo Gaming:53:26 Feature Review: If you like Dominion, try...: 1:01:30   Make sure to follow the crew on BoardGamersAnonymous.com, on Twitter (@BGAPodcast), on Facebook, and on our Board Game Geek guild. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Anthony, Chris, and Daniel discuss the best of the best co-op games, as well as recent games Chris and Anthony got to the table such as Lanterns, Abyss, and Fidelitas. They also chat a bit about the upcoming awards season and what games should or should not be in the running.  Shout it from the Tabletop: 5:11 Acquisition Disorder Corner: 16:23 At the Table: 23:54 Feature: Best Co Op Games 33:54   Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, BoardGameGeek, and on our website, BoardGamersAnonymous.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices