On Board Games

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Marc Specter and Joe Hopkins from Grand Gamers Guild about games they've played recently. (28:08) After the break, they talk about designing games with a message. Be sure to check out the Kickstarter of Grand Gamers Guild's latest offering Endangered. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group.

In this episode, Don and Erik talk with Dominic Crapuchettes from Northstar Games about games they've played recently including: Twilight Struggle Quacks of Quidlenberg Clash Royale The Mind Happy Birthday Beast of Balance Clash of Rage Most Wanted Betrayal Legacy (23:50) After the break, they take a look at the extensive playtesting that Northstar underwent for their latest game Oceans.

In this episode, Don and Adrienne talk about convention experiences. (31:35) After the break, they dive deeper into conventions including the people that you meet and what to bring. Be sure to check out the pre-order of Grand Gamers Guild's latest offering Shikoku. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group. Patreon account: http://www.patreon.com/obg Twitter: @onboardgames RSS Feed: http://onboardgames.libsyn.com/rss

In this episode, Isaac talks with Nick Bently from Northstar Games about what they've played lately, including: Rise of Tribes Hanabi Clash of Rage Underwater Cities (33:54) After the break, they discuss the concept of Outside-In game design. Be sure to check out the pre-order of Grand Gamers Guild's latest offering Shikoku. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group.

It's another review-a-palooza with Don and Erik! In this episode, they cover: Quacks of Quedlinburg Three Cheers for Master Shop N Time (29:20) After the break, they tackle: Good Critters Evolution the app Villainous One Week Ultimate Werewolf A preview of Werewolf Legacy Monikers (57:22) Lastly, Brian Counter is back with 11 reviews of Alexa skills. Be sure to check out the pre-order of Grand Gamers Guild's latest offering Shikoku.

In this episode, Isaac and Adrienne talk with Sara Perry about games they've played lately, including: Arkham Horror the card game Gloomhaven Sentinels of the Multiverse Dragonfire 7th Continent Beasts of Balance Catch the Moon Ancient Artifacts Nemesis (29:26) Next, they talk about inclusion at the game table and what can be done to promote it. Be sure to check out the pre-order of Grand Gamers Guild's latest offering Shikoku.

It's another argument hour with T C Petty III and Seth Jaffee. This time they discuss the Cognitive Load a game generates. (22:52) After the break, they dive deeper into cognitive load and the implications it has on design. Be sure to check out the pre-order of Grand Gamers Guild's latest offering Shikoku. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group. Patreon account: http://www.patreon.com/obg Twitter: @onboardgames

In this episode, Isaac talks with Daniel Newman about games they've played lately, including: Scythe Wingspan Dominant Species Found furniture crafting (not a game) (48:13) Next, they talk about the advantages of small conventions. (1:13:29) Lastly, Brian Counter talks about what he calls Roll and Receive games. Be sure to check out the pre-order of Grand Gamers Guild's latest offering Shikoku. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/

In this episode, Erik, Don, and Adrienne Ezell talk about some games they've played lately including: Concordia Egizia Lizboa Gloomhaven (29:57) Next the trio do a review-a-palooza where they look at: Pacific Victory Carpe Diem Koi Xia Meeple Realty's Xia insert Passing Through Petra Big Dig Cupcake Empire Gaia Escape Room Z Be sure to check out the pre-order of Grand Gamers Guild's latest offering Shikoku.

In this episode, Isaac talks to Steven Aramini, designer of Sprawlopolis and others, about some games they've played lately including: The lastest batch of Exit games Architects of the West Kingdom Untold Adventures Await (29:41) Next the duo talk about how to get so much game into so few components. Animal Kingdom is on Kickstarter until Feb 1. Check it out. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group.

In this episode, Don is joined by Lisa and David Spiral, the Room Escape Artists, to talk about what they've been up to. (20:01) Next, the trio talk about the wide variety of tabletop escape room experiences. 11 Principles of tabletop escape room design https://roomescapeartist.com/2018/09/09/11-principles-of-tabletop-escape-game-design/ Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/

In this episode, Erik and Bruce talk about some games they've played lately (and a con they went to) including: MAGFest Firefly Sentinels of the Multiverse Thanos Rising The Cauldron expansion for SoTM Aeon's End The upcoming Evolution App (40:07) Next the duo review the latest Jackbox Party Pack 5 from Jackbox games. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group.

In this episode, Erik and Don talk about some games they've played lately including: Gloomhaven Unlock: Nautilus Betrayal at Baldur's Gate Auztralia (22:30) Next the duo talk about what makes board games fun, especially to new players. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group. Patreon account: http://www.patreon.com/obg Twitter: @onboardgames RSS Feed: http://onboardgames.libsyn.com/rss

In this episode, Erik and Don talk about some games they've played lately including: Keyforge Aeon's End Dead of Winter (29:25) Next the duo talk about the technological advances that have entered into the game publishing industry over the past few decades and what impact they have. Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group. Patreon account: http://www.patreon.com/obg Twitter: @onboardgames

In this episode, Erik and Don open up the review bag and look at: Gaslands Dokmus Sprawlopolis Azul Don't Mess With Cthulhu Doce Aeon's End Istanbul the Dice Game Chronicles of Crime Push Color Addict Hellapagos Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ On Board Games is a proud member of the Punch Board Media Group. Patreon account: http://www.patreon.com/obg