Mutant Dice Chats

The final five are locked in—this week, we are crowning our  Top 5 Favourite Board Games of All Time . In Episode 16, we are finishing what we started and counting all the way down to our absolute number one games. With the lists kept completely secret until the mics started rolling, the stage is set for ultimate surprises, validation, and maybe a little bit of heartbreak. We’re talking about the...

Lock in your predictions and prepare for the hot takes—this week, we’re kicking off our  Top 10 Favourite Board Games of All Time . In Episode 15, the gloves are off as we count down from number 10 down to number 6 on our personal lists. This is the culmination of every game night, every hard-fought victory, and every crushing defeat we’ve shared. We break down the games that have earned a permane...

Grab your character sheets and polyhedral dice—this week, we’re mapping out our personal histories with  Roleplaying Games . In Episode 14, we’re looking back at our journeys into the world of tabletop RPGs. Justine is in her absolute element, guiding us through her lifelong love for collaborative storytelling. Meanwhile, Lee is forced to answer for his crimes after publicly swearing he would  nev...

Turn up your radio telescopes and point them at the stars—this week, we’re looking for signs of life in  SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence . In Episode 13, the studio is fundamentally divided. Lee is completely starry-eyed, fully immersed in the heavy, scientific puzzle of launching probes, scanning distant solar systems, and tracking down alien signals. Justine, on the other hand......

In Episode 12, we peel back the shiny, optimistic veneer of this modern engine-building classic. On the surface, the cards promise a glittering high-tech utopia. In reality, we’re strip-mining resources, recycling failed projects for spare materials, and aggressively gatekeeping technologies just to stop our friends from getting ahead. We break down the genius of the game’s sequential production s...

Put your workers to work—this week, we’re talking about  Worker Placement  games. In Episode 11, we dive headfirst into the cutthroat world of assigning meeples, gathering resources, and the pure, unadulterated fury of someone taking the exact spot you needed. From cozy classics to heavy strategy, we’re sharing our absolute favourite games in the genre. Join Ian, Lee, and Justine as we clock in fo...

To celebrate reaching double digits and a fancy new studio setup, Episode 10 is all about looking forward. We’re breaking down the brand-new releases hitting our tables right now and the upcoming games that have our hype meters fully maxed out. From well-known games to hidden indie gems we can't wait to unbox, we're giving you our ultimate wishlists. Join Ian, Lee, and Justine as we revel...

Grab your favourite eraser—this week, we’re talking about  Roll and Writes . In Episode 9, we dive into the addictive world of games that swap heavy boards for a simple pad of paper and a handful of dice. From the satisfaction of filling in the perfect combo to the frustration of needing just  one  specific result that never shows up, we discuss why these games often end up stealing the spotlight...

Is your tablet just another component, or is it a party pooper? In Episode 8, we’re logging on to discuss the rise of  app-assisted board games . From digital dungeon masters to atmospheric soundscapes, we dive into the tech that’s changing how we play. We share our experiences with high-tech hits and the big question: do these apps enhance the magic or just distract us from the people across the...

Lock and load! This week, we intended to discuss the broad world of  Wargaming , from historical battlefields to sci-fi skirmishes. However, the mission parameters changed almost immediately. Justine completely hijacks the conversation to talk about her obsession with  Corvus Belli’s Infinity —and predictably, the lads are quick to dive into the Human Sphere right along with her. Join Ian, Lee, an...

This week, we’re venturing into Middle-earth as we discuss our first play-through of  The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship . Spoiler alert: It didn't go well. In fact, we lost. Badly. Join Ian, Lee, and Justine as we recap our (very) brief journey toward Mordor, where we went wrong, and whether the fellowship actually stood a chance with us at the helm. We might have failed the missio...

Can a great movie or book actually make for a great board game? In Episode 5, we’re talking about  Intellectual Properties —the movies, TV shows, and books we love that have made the jump to our gaming tables. Whether it’s exploring a galaxy far, far away or trying to survive a mission where no one can hear you scream, we discuss the games that successfully captured the magic of their source mater...

Can a board game's "bits" make the game better? In Episode 4, we celebrate the parts of board games that make us go “wow!” — the components. From beautifully sculpted miniatures to stunning boards, from clever tokens to luxurious cards, we dive into the games that win our hearts through tactile delight. Join us as we share our favourite board game components and why they make gamepla...

They say you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but what about a board game? In this episode, we dive into some of our favourite games that we almost ignored because their box art just didn’t grab us. Whether it’s dull design, confusing visuals, or just plain forgettable packaging, these games prove that looks can be deceiving. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems hiding behind boring boxes...

This week, we’re diving into our obsession with the  Arkham Horror  universe. We talk about our favourite (and most frustrating) sessions, why we keep coming back to the Madness, and our personal experiences with the games. We might get a  little  off-track along the way, but that’s all part of the fun. Grab a drink and join us for a laugh as we try to survive the Mythos!

Welcome to the very first episode! Get to know your hosts, Ian, Lee, and Justine, as we attempt to talk about the games we love. Warning: We get distracted. A lot. Between the games that bring us joy and the ones that absolutely frustrate us, we managed to fit in plenty of laughs, a few jokes, and a whole lot of tangents. If you love board games and don't mind a conversation that goes off the...

Welcome to the chaos! Mutant Dice Chats is the new home for board game geeks, RPG fans, and anyone who loves a good tabletop showdown. Join Ian, Lee, and Justine as we recap the stories, the laughs, and the inevitable rage over that one impossible rule.    From heavy strategy to casual party games, we’re celebrating everything that makes game night great (including the beer and the critical fumble...