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Gen Con is this week and while we're not attending for the first time in 7 years, we're keeping a close eye on goings on, including our reactions to the Fantasy Flight In-Flight Report.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's the best game by your favorite designer and why? Acquisition Disorders: Azul Queen's Garden, 7 Wonders Architects Game At the Table Reviews: Troyes Dice, Abyss...

Our trip through the board gaming metaverse continues as we discuss...board gaming! Our thoughts on the hobby, our background in it, and our goals for the future.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's the best game you can set up and teach in less than 15 minutes? Acquisition Disorders: Solar Sphere, Mint Mini Game At the Table Reviews: Cascadia, King of Tokyo (revisited) If you h...

This week's episode of BGA is a special one in which we get a little bit meta, a little bit reflective, and a whole lot transparent about the show, how it came about, and what we think of our current format and the goal of each segment of the show.  Join us for the conversation as we consider what comes next for BGA - We want your feedback! So be sure to post your comments on Facebook, Twitter, an...

This week we’re looking at the current BGG hotness as we wrap up August and move into September. First up, though, is our question of the week: What's your biggest disappointment (in terms of game releases) of 2021 thus far? We also look at the Zenobia Award Finalists, recently announced as part of a year-long competition to find the next great historical game designer. Check out the site and the...

Eight years! How did time pass so quickly? It's once again time for our annual anniversary special in which we look at the last year, including our favorite segments of the last ~50+ shows.  First up, though, is our question of the week: As we get into the latter part of the summer, what is your favorite game release of 2021 thus far? Favorite Acquisition Disorders: On Mars: Alien Invasion by Vita...

This week we’re taking questions and feedback from the community. Thank you to everyone who provided insights, feedback, questions, and more for our annual episode discussing all the things you all want to talk about.  First up, though, is our question of the week: Yay or nay on playmats? If yay, which ones add the most to their game? Acquisition Disorders: Boonlake, Descent: Legends of the Dark A...

This week we’re closing out our two-week Olympic Games specials, focusing on the best games that are based on a real-world sport.  Join us for a discussion of the games that draw directly on their namesake sports as we name the gold, silver, and bronze winners. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast...

This week we're opening up our two-week Olympic Games specials, starting with the best games named specifically for a country.  Join us for a discussion of the games that draw directly on their namesake countries as we name the gold, silver, and bronze winners.  If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcas...

This week we’re looking at the current BGG hotness as we wrap up July and move into August.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What games have the biggest gap between the promise of the cover and the mechanics in the box (e.g. any game with plants being as cutthroat as possible)? Acquisition Disorders: Dice Miner, On Mars: Alien Invasion by Vital Lacerda & Ian O'Toole At the Table Rev...

This week we’re discussing all the winners of the 2020 Dice Tower Awards, plus a couple of big reviews of recent releases.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What board game sequel would you like to see announced next? Acquisition Disorders: 1947: the decline of an Empire, the birth of a Nation, Spire's End: Hildegard At the Table Reviews: Coffee Traders, Dune: Imperium If you haven’t...

This week we’re discussing the best types of board game expansions - what new modules, gameplay tweaks, and enhancements work best? We'll tell you! First up, though, is our question of the week: 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 discussing the BGG Hotness for July - the top 15 games currently on Board Game Geek, why they are there, and why you should care.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's your prized "board gaming" possession? Something rare and out of print, the first game you bought, something you've painted or blinged out, or something else entirely? Acquisition Disorders: Lost Rui...

This week we’re discussing the 10 best games to play outside as the summer months warm-up and the parks and backyards become viable gaming spaces.  Due to some technical issues, our episode is a bit shorter than normal as well, so we've included a special bonus from one of our retired Bonus episodes: Games from around the world. We hope you enjoy! First up, though, is our question of the week: You...

This 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/boardgamersanon...

This 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 Seco...

This 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...

This 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 Editio...

This 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...

This 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 th...

This 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 BoardGameA...

This 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 Ra...

This 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 S...

This 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 t...

This 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...

This 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...