Twenty Minute Tabletop

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades Tom hosts a solo podcast on the board game Azul,' a tile-laying game he frequently recommends for families during the Christmas season. He discusses the game's abstract nature and notes its modern board game appeal, particularly for family play. Tom delves into the cultural history of the azulejos, Portuguese decorative tiles, which inspired 'Azul.'...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of the Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Kev delves into US-based sports board games. He shares his personal history with ice hockey, including his experiences and love for the sport. Kev discusses the big four American sports—baseball, American football, ice hockey, and basketball—and introduces board games that represent each. Notabl...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twnty Minute Tabletop,' Kev and Tom delve into the world of solo space-themed board games. Kev shares his experiences with 'Tiny Epic Galaxies,' 'Deep Space D6,' 'Solar Storm,' and 'Under Falling Skies.' The duo discusses the intricate mechanics, themes, and personal impressions of each game, while also reflecting on their love f...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades n the first 2025 episode of Twenty Minute Tabletop, hosts Tom and Kev discuss various miniature skirmish games, focusing on their thematic and mechanical similarities and differences. They touch upon genre theory by Steven Neil, emphasizing the balance of repetition and innovation in game genres. Kev elaborates on different movement systems across g...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades Carnevale is an amazing miniatures game which combines the acrobatics of Assassin's Creed, the horrors of lovecraft and the beauty of the streets of Venice. IT's a game that Kev is quite obsessed with and we think you should check it out too! UPDATE : Some of the FoldScapes Venice terrain discussed in this episode is now up on the Patreon! Hey! Why...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop', Tom tells a Christmas tale that involves - guided meditation, Indiana Jones bedtime routines, ASMR, cat sick, vegan activists vs Santa, an original soundtrack and not one board game mentioned. Hey! Why not join our DISCORD - come and join the Twenty Minute Tabletop crew. https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHj...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this special Christmas edition of the Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, hosts Kev and Tom discuss what makes a good Christmas game, delve into their personal experiences with miniature painting, and Kev shares insights from his businesses. With humorous anecdotes and helpful tips for tabletop enthusiasts, the episode also features a fun impromptu q...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop', we dive into the captivating board game 'The Search for Planet X'. Tom shares their experience of discovering this game at a local sale, emphasizing its stunning art design and complex deduction mechanics. The main goal is to locate Planet X by gathering clues and outsmarting other players. The episode al...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode, we dive deeper into the board games Blood Rage and Rising Sun, comparing their mechanics, themes, and overall gameplay. We discuss the new features in Rising Sun like the Tea Ceremony and asymmetrical clans and share our thoughts on which game stands out at different player counts. But which area control game should you buy? Hey! Wh...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades Welcome back to Twenty Minute Tabletop! Join host Tom and guests Neil and Matt as they dive into the epic world of Blood Rage and Rising Sun. Designed by Eric Lang, both games offer thrilling experiences with distinct strategies. In this episode, the team explores the Viking glory of Blood Rage, dissecting its unique mechanics, card drafting, and ba...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades in this episode of 20 Minute Tabletop, hosts Tom and Kev reunite to discuss the newly released board game 'Little Alchemists' by Czech Games Edition. They dive into the game's unique interplay between app and cardboard components, and how it brilliantly caters to both children and adults. The conversation also touches on the broader landscape of boa...

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Join our delve through the history of interactive fiction in games design from the 1930’s all the way to present day titles like The Darkness over Arkham, via Fighting Fantasy and the excellent Spire’s End Series. Links relevant to this Podcast: Consider the Consquences! https://geetheriot.itch.io/ Spires End https://www.spiresend.com/ Join our Patreon & get Fold-Flat Wargame Terrain! https://...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' host Tom discusses three board games that offer memorable experiences but are not necessarily keepers for long-term collections. He reviews 'Betrayal at House on the Hill,' highlighting its immersive haunted house exploration but critiquing its mid-game rule complexity and player elimination. 'Cash 'n Gun...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of the Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, the hosts delve into the complexities of Arkham Horror: The Living Card Game from the viewpoint of a new player. They discuss the game's intimidating entry barriers, such as numerous expansions and high costs, and provide insights on how to effectively get started. Key advice includes beginning...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this special Halloween-themed episode of the 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, hosts Kev and Tom, along with various contributors from the board gaming community, share and discuss their favourite Halloween-themed board games. Featured games include 'Gloom,' 'Hit Z Road,' 'Monster Crunch: The Breakfast Battle,' 'Abomination: Heir of Frankenstein,...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom brings guest host Neil back dive into the intriguing world of real-time board games, focusing on 'Captain Sonar' and 'Magic Maze'. They share enthusiasm for recent popular games like 'Seti' and 'Undaunted' discussed previously in the UK Games Expo podcast. The central discussion illuminates 'Captain Sonar'...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of the 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, host Kev introduces a series focusing on war games that do not require miniatures, starting with his personal favourite, Warhammer Diskwars from 2013. Kev reflects on his journey from being mainly a miniatures gamer to realizing his passion for thematic games. He discusses the appeal and mecha...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, hosts Kev and Tom delve into the world of board, card, and miniature games, focusing on games like the Star Wars deck-building game and Planet Unknown. They explore the tension between thematic enjoyment and minimalist gameplay. Kev mentions a preference for games with strong overarching themes, while Tom argu...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' we are venturing outside of our usual comfort zone to talk about something new and exciting: Kill Team 24, also known as the third edition of this popular skirmish game. With it's release slated for October 5th, 2024, there's much to discuss... Hey! Why not join our DISCORD - come and say hi. https://disc...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' Tom explores 'Sea Salt and Paper,' a small, seemingly unassuming card game that eventually proves captivating and the game of his summer despite it being an impulse buy in. Carcasonne of all places. Tom delves into what drew him to the game, which involves discussion of Bruno Cathala as a game designer an...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades *No deer were harmed in the recording of this podcast.* In this episode of 20 Minute Tabletop, Kev and Tom discuss the board game 'Gaslands,' a post-apocalyptic vehicular combat miniatures game. They delve into the unique aspect of creating custom Mad Max-style vehicles using toy cars and household items, and the dynamic gameplay that involves movem...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' Tom and Kev discuss upcoming Kickstarter card game, Sakana Stack with Mike from Huff No More Mike describes the game's theme, inspired by Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market, and its dynamic, fast-paced mechanics. He shares insights into the game's development, including his wife's contribution as the artist and...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of the 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, hosts Tom and Kev delve into the world of deck-building games. The discussion kicks off with 'Star Realms,' a game that introduced Kev to the deck-building genre and draws comparisons to 'Magic: The Gathering.' They explore the mechanics of deck construction versus deck-building, highlighting...

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades In this episode of the '20 Minute Tabletop' podcast, hosts Tom and Kev dive into the subject of dexterity games. They discuss the nuances of what defines a dexterity game, citing popular examples like Crokinole, Clask, Cube Quest, Ice Cool, Jungle Speed, and Space Cadets. Various aspects like rules, gameplay mechanics, and the appeal of these games...