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It's been quite a year, with an interesting and at times exhilarating list of new games released in 2021. So it's time to pick the best of the best in our annual awards show. Below are the nominees.  BGA Awards 2021 Best Digital Implementation: Concordia Digital Edition (Acram Digital), Brass Birmingham, Gaia Project, Fox in the Forest Best Family Game: Cascadia, Overboss, The Adventures of Robin...

The Holidays are here and that means everyone is home for at least a week, so what games are best for keeping the family (and especially the kids) occupied? This week we make a definitive (yeah I said it), list of the top 10 games to play over your winter break. *** Join us on Wisdom Wednesday, December 29th at 8:45pm EST for a special live discussion. Ask questions, discuss your winter break game...

We're back from PAX Unplugged 2021 and we played and saw a whole bunch of games! This week we look at the best, most interesting, and most exciting games from the weekend. The full list includes: First Look: Shinkansen Zero-Kei Prosperitea Mobile Markets 1923 Cotton Club Living Forest Khora: Rise of an Empire LUNA Capital Boonlake Welcome to the Moon Cool Stuff: Aldarra Reborn (big airships) Total...

Let's dig into something new and exciting this week–board games based on majors in higher education. We go through the first half of our list this week.  First up, though, is our question of the week! What is the best sale you ever got on a game? Acquisition Disorders: American Bookshop,Cinderella's Dance, Mindbug 👁️ First Contact  At the Table: Juicy Fruits If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect...

The end of the year is nigh, and it's time to buy gifts for all of your favorite gamers. No problem, we have your back! Check out the annual BGA Holiday Gift Guide, with 20 games to match every gamer on your list.  If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.boardgamersanonymous...

It's that time again - let's look at the hottest games on BGG and try to figure out why they're hot! This month, we're skipping around the top 50 to share what's hot, why, and whether you should care.  First up, though, is our question of the week! What are underrated games, hidden gems, and special experiences that would make gifts this year? Acquisition Disorders: Weather Machine, Hegemony: Lead...

Anthony's out of town this week, so Chris has some questions! More specifically, the listeners have questions and Chris has answers. Enjoy a rundown of a series of board game industry questions answered by Chris.  If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.boardgamersanonymous....

350! Another big round number on the board, and that means it's time for one of our very special episodes - this time our top 20 listeners' games of all time. Thank you to everyone who submitted as part of our contest. Winners will be announced on the next episode.  First up, though, is our question of the week: Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl...

This week we're looking at one of the most famous books of the 20th century and its impact on board games dating back almost 50 years: Dune.  First up, though, is our new contest - share your top 10 games of all time for a chance to win one in our Listeners' Top 20 Games contest: https://forms.gle/DudbkyCLfe8qPz1w5 Acquisition Disorders: Senjutsu: Battle For Japan, Marvel Dice Throne At the Table:...

There's a little show you may have heard of: Squid Game. This week we're looking at games you might like try if you're a fan of the show, or if you want to have a good fight with your friends, without the mortal fear part.  First up, though, is our question of the week: Who is your board game rival/archnemesis? Acquisition Disorders: Grove, spielbox 2022 At the Table: Fox in the Forest (Steam), Cl...

It's time to talk Essen Spiel! The big one with all the new games is here, so what games are hot on BGG's preview list, which games are we eager to see and hear more about, and how do we get them! This week we take a look.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's your go-to travel board game (for flying, trains, hotel rooms, etc.)? At the Table: Dragon Prince: Battlecharged, Fangs If...

Have you noticed Kickstarter is a little crazy of late? It's true! These things are absolutely ridiculous. We talk about it.  First up, though, is our question of the week: Are kickstarters too expensive? Acquisition Disorders: Shinkansen: Zero Kei, Don't Go in There At the Tablet: Concordia Digital Edition If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersano...

You notice how Kickstarter is kind of out of control lately? So do we. This week, Anthony does his best to talk Chris out of backing the Masters of the Universe kickstarter campaign.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's a game that you came out of nowhere and you played way more than you expected? Acquisition Disorders: Eastern Empires, Asmodee, Eleven: Football Manager Board Gam...

Gen Con has come and gone, but what games were the hottest? We talk about the convention (that we didn't make it to), and the games worth playing out of it.  First up, though, is our question of the week: What's a game you've never played without the expansion(s)? Are there any that you'd never go back on? Acquisition Disorders: Origins First Builders, Verdant Game At the Table Reviews: The Golden...

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