Tabletop Arcanum Podcast

Do you have what it takes to beat the master sluth himself? Put your wits against Sherlock in this detective game and find out. Justin and Mindy review the box sets for Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective series. With 10 cases each there is a lot of game to discover, find out what we felt when we took on the great Detective Holmes. Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use the code "arcanum" for a discount a...

Step through the Event Horizon in this beta review of the upcoming Stargate RPG by Wyvern Gaming. Justin and a few brave players took their steps through the ring and played around with the mechanics based on the 5e OGL system. Take a listen to what everyone had to say about this latest version of Stargate RPG. For news about the Stargate RPG delay follow this link:  https://www.gateworld.net/news...

Ahoy there! Come aboard on this review of Plaid Hat Games newest crossroads game Forgotten Waters. Justin and Mindy will navigate the uncharted waters of this semi co op adventure. Does it have what it takes to become a legend of the seven seas or will it leave you asking why is the rum gone?  Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use code "arcanum" at checkout for a discount. Be sure to like, follow, and sub...

Happy 50 Episodes! Join Justin and Mindy as they build their perfect beach! Santa Monica is the latest game from Josh Wood and AEG, is this the perfect combo for a nice beachfront empire? Find out as we discuss this in our review for Santa Monica! Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use "arcanum" at checkout for a discount. Be sure to leave a review and like, follow, and subscribe for the latest updates fro...

Join Justin and Mindy as they pull a time heist for relics across time. Is this game a steal or a bust? Find out in this episode as they review Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time by Fun Forge! Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use the code "arcanum" at checkout for a discount. Be sure to follow, share, subscribe, and review Tabletop Arcanum! Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Justin is @Sidpikes Ric...

With the global pandemic of COVID-19, Ricky is sheltering in place and Mindy joins as guest host for this episode. Instead of reviewing Alternity, Justin and Mindy dive into some games and ways to play during self quarantine.  boardgamearena.com Yucata.de boiteajeux.net Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use the code "arcanum" at checkout for a discount. Be sure to follow, share, subscribe, and review Tabl...

Another series review from Justin and Ricky. This time they take a look at the Rising series by The OP. As they are based in the USA, it covered both Thanos Rising and Death Eaters Rising. Dark Side Rising is discussed but not fully reviewed. Will they rise to the challenge on this series or is defeat inevitable? Find out in this episode! www.adepticon.org www.garycon.com www.midwestgamingclassic....

It's just after the Great War, the nations of Europa now set their eyes on the mysterious "Factory". Justin and Ricky took their turns working for each of the factions seeing their strengths and weaknesses. In this euro engine builder feature beautiful art and monstrous mechs, is this the next Great War or just some farming tool. Take a listen to this review of Scythe from Tabletop Arcanum Looking...

The mysterious deaths and other open cases occupy your thoughts. The police have come to you to solve these mysteries. Justin and Ricky review Arkham Noir a solo card game, is this a hard boiled challenge? Or is it another flash in the pan?  Find out in this episode! Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use the code "arcanum" at checkout for a discount. Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcanum for...

Is it a Forbidden Island, Desert, or Sky? Why not all three! In this triple threat review Justin and Ricky discuss the ups and downs to the Forbidden coop games. Is this a series worth putting your mental puzzle solving too? Or is it something that should stay forbidden? Find out on this series review! Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use the code "arcanum" at checkout for a discount. Be sure to follow a...

Have you hear about the word? It's Wingspan: The Review! Justin and Ricky take wing and talk about the 2019's Kennerspiel des Jahres winner. Despite the theme does it soar above the rest or take a tailspin? Find out this episode! Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use the code "arcanum" at checkout for a discount. Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcanum for the newest updates from us! Tabletop...

"That is not dead which can eternal lie, and with strange aeons even death may die." -H.P. Lovecraft Join in the madness as Justin and Ricky recap their 2019 challenges, discuss the Master Monk Gaming Nomad's Armory and then review Cthulhu: Death May Die. Is this the next game to die for? Maybe it should rest eternal upon the ocean floor? Take a listen for yourself on this review of the newest gam...

Wake up Samurai, Justin and Ricky have a turn at the new Cyberpunk Red Jumpstart Kit. Will this be the next banging thing or will it be a hard crash? Find out in this Review! Looking to Hunt a Killer? Use the code "Arcanum" at check out for a discount. Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcanum for the newest updates from us! Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Justin is @SidPikes Ricky...

The early Phoenix gets the star! Does Tsuro: Phoenix Rising have what it takes to rise from the ashes or it is a glorified goose egg? Justin and Ricky discuss their findings on this newest addition to the Tsuro series by Calliope Games. Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcanum for the newest updates from us! Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Justin is @SidPikes Ricky is @aGingerBeard...

Prepare to take some horror as Justin and Ricky dive into Mansions of Madness 2nd Edition. In this review they discuss the great along with the spooky and let you know if this is the Co-Op dungeon crawler for you!   Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcanum for the newest updates from us! Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Justin is @SidPikes Ricky is @aGingerBeardMan

Avengers Assemble your decks! Justin and Ricky answer the call for the brand new Marvel Champions LCG from Fantasy Flight Games. Is this another Marvel Blockbuster or something that should remain in a basement?  We are giving away a set of Threat tokens to celebrate brought to you by www. Aurbits.com  check out our Twitter, Instagram, Facebook to enter! Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop...

Are you considering a gift for that escape room or board game puzzle fan? Justin and Ricky got to try Hunt a Killer and see what it is all about. Is it something to go on a serial rampage for or is it a cold case? Find out on this episode!   Want to check it out for yourself? www.huntakiller.com Enter the code "Arcanum" at check out for a discount! Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcan...

Returning from Minnesota Justin recaps his adventures at the Fantasy Flight Event Center. What games were played? What fun was had? Did he lose some sanity? Find out in this recap of Arkham Nights 2019. Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcanum for the newest updates from us! Tabletop Arcanum is @TabletopArcanum Justin is @SidPikes Ricky is @aGingerBeardMan  

This episode Ricky is a bit under the weather so Justin gives his thoughts about Tapestry with some color commentary from Ricky. Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcanum for the newest updates from us! Tabletop Arcanum is @tabletoparcanum Justin is @sidpikes Ricky is @aGingerBeardMan

Arkham Nights is around the corner and so is the 3 year mark for the Arkham Horror: The Card Game LCG. Listen to Justin and Ricky discuss the good and the bad about this well established card game! Be sure to follow and subscribe to Tabletop Arcanum for the newest updates from us! Tabletop Arcanum is @tabletoparcanum Justin is @sidpikes Ricky is @aGingerBeardMan

Sharpen your pitchforks and rally the village, Justin and Ricky review Horrified! Newly released from GenCon, Ricky got his hands on a copy and the two played it a lot to figure out what's good and what's really scary about this title from Ravensburger. Roll Recap: 1:20 New Format: 6:00 Industry Topic: 8:45 Review Overview: 19:40 First Impressions: 21:50 Pros: 29:00 Cons: 32:00 Recommendation: 38:...

The Final Hour is here! Will Arkham be saved with minutes on the clock or is all humanity doomed? Justin and Ricky discuss the newest addition to the Arkham Files line. 

After recovering from GenCon, Justin and Ricky recap and add some extra tips and things they experienced with the con.  Special Note: While editing some of the audio was found to be corrupted and some content was cut, others have some of the digitized audio still as part of the episode. Tabletop Arcanum apologizes for this and will work to correct it in future recordings.   Roll Recap: 2:00 News:...

Once more into the breach, Justin and Ricky are again joined by Doug to talk about their GenCon experience. This will be the last recap day as with Day 4 they will be driving back to return home. Tabletop Arcanum will return to their regular schedule with a full GenCon review next episode.

In the GenCon day 2 recap, Justin and Ricky are joined by Joshua Alan Doetsch. Justin and Josh wax nostalgic over RPGs and current trends in the industry. A light recap of Arkham Horror and the blob that ate everything as that was taken on this day.