The Dice Tower show

The Dice Tower

Summary: Tom Vasel and Eric Summerer take a look at board games, card games, and the people who design, publish, and play them. Top ten lists, Q&A, tales of horror, and more await you!

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 TDT # 637 - K is for Krazy | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:28:06

In this show, we talk about LUX Aeterna, Return to Dark Tower, Space Bowl, Stay Cool, Smoothies, and Trails of Toucana.  Geoff talks about New Voices in Gaming, and we answer questions about gaming chairs, game categories, and play a mini game about game rankings!  Finally, we end the show with our (and yours!) top ten games that start with the letter "K".

 TDT # 636 - Old Timey Pie | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:32:37

In this episode we cover a range of games including On Origins of the Species, Megacity Oceana, Misty, Florenza The Dice Game, Dungeon Academy, and 18Lilliput. We also chat about a couple of apps and get a bit heavy in the Q&A. Plus Suzanne mentions her favorite Roll and Write markers again.

 TDT # 635 - Underrated Games | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:52:09

In this show, we talk about a ton of games.  Not only Maracaibo, Bruxelles 1897, Blitzkrieg, Belratti, Roll Estate, and the Crew; but Tom talks about 18 games in rapid fire order!  We also hear about Euclid, answer a pile of questions, and then end the show talking about our top ten underrated games.

 TDT # 634 - Exception Games | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:25:45

In this episode we review Pigasus, Team 3, 1987 Channel Tunnel, Aquicorn Cove, Electropolis, Fantastic Factories, and Miyabi. And then we discuss Exception Games in Victory Points.

 TDT # 633 - J is for Jammin' | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:29:55

In this show, we discuss Yukon Airways, Marco Polo 2, Mint Condition, It's a Wonderful World, Conspiracy: Abyss Universe, and Sarah's Vision.  We also answer questions where we are put under a curse, giving kids game pieces, and more!  Finally, we end the show with our top ten games that start with "J"!

 TDT # 632 - So. Many. Games. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:41:37

In this episode we discuss Expedition to New Dale, Blitzkreig!, Azul Summer Pavilion, Beasty Borders, Nova Luna, and a few escape room style games. Mandi wants some help with the Nintendo Switch and Suzanne chats about the 7 Wonders Duel app and we wrap with some one and done.

 TDT # 631 - Introductory Games | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:31:36

In this show, we answer a pile of questions, including some behind-the-scenes information, and briefly discuss our trip to Essen.  We also talk about Minecraft the board game, Aquatica, Terramara, Scythe, Project L, and the new Ticket to Ride maps!  Finally, we end the show with our top ten games for new players!

 The Dice Tower Episode 630 - Live from Essen Spiel 2019 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:21:24

Mandi, Sam, Zee, Suzanne, Eric, and Tom all come together on Eric's birthday to celebrate a live show at the Essen Spiel fair 2019!  Recorded live in front of an audience, we talk about some interesting games at the fair, answer questions from the audience, and end the show with a game show sponsored by Pandasaurus games!

 The Dice Tower Episode 629 - Essen 2019 Preview | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 02:00:08

All four hosts are in this show, as we take a look at the list of Essen games (by Eric Martin on www.boardgamegeek.com) and talk about our opinions and hopes for them.  We also discuss our plans at the show this year.

 The Dice Tower Episode 628 - I is for Ice Cream | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:36:06

In this show, we are joined by Becca Scott from Geek & Sundry as we delve into a pile of questions and talk about recording game plays on video!  We also review the new Choose Your Own Adventure: War with the Evil Power Master, Awkward Guests, and Ecos First Continent.  Finally, we end the show with our top ten games that start with the letter "I".   Huzzah!

 The Dice Tower Episode 627 - Double Parked | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:10:49

In this episode, we review Cursed Court, Parks, Curios, 3 HABA titles, and Kindomino Duel. Suzanne shares a new app and we wrap with a few quick questions.

 The Dice Tower Episode 626 - Horror Games | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:27:41

In this show, we talk about Tapestry, Chocolate Factory, and Rail Pass!  We answer questions, including a malicious genie, Monopoly today, the magic number of players, and when to restart a rules explanation!  We then end the show talking about our top ten horror themed games. (Side note:  We think we've identified the problem with Tom's mike - should be fixed by next show!)

 TDT # 625 - Cart Campers | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:33:35

In this episode Suzanne and Mandi discuss Skulk Hollow, Ragusa, Empires of the North, Deadly Doodles, Ecos and Hats. They discuss a couple of One and Done games and wrap up with a Victory Points segment all about "cart campers" (the games that live in your shopping cart but never make it to purchase.)

 The Dice Tower Episode 624 - H is for Hype | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:20:10

The Dice Tower Episode 624 - H is for Hype

 TDT # 623 - If I Could Turn Back Time | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:31:48

In episode 623, Mandi and Suzanne review Space Base The Emergence of Shy Pluto, Time Chase, Trapper Keeper, Little Town, Tales of Glory, and Watergate. They also discuss a couple of apps and answer your questions with some Q&A.

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