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We answer a series of solo board gaming questions which includes many single player game reviews. To go with that we review two single player games, 20 Strong and Hercules and the 12 Labors.  In addition we share what we’ve been playing lately including first thoughts on Flip Toons, Ape Town and String Theory Tabl
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Bruce Voge III about games (and other things) they've played lately. Games discussed are: Dewey Game Collection Lifecycle Trombone Champ Phasers vs. Grazers Pan Am LOTR Fellowship of the Ring The Trick Taking Game Mini Rogue: The Council You can get a discount on Zenca
A special eighth birthday episode where we will be answering some questions about the podcast, podcasting in general and offering up tips on how you too can create something that lasts eight years. In addition we’ve got first thoughts on The Mire, Lairs, Vivo, and Looney Tunes Hunting Wabbits, and detailed reviews of A
Can you copyright a board game? If a game has been patented for more than 20 years, is it legal to use the card mechanics? Is it still covered by intellectual property? What protections do board games have? What can I do to protect my game designs? In this article, we attempt to answer these […] Board Game Patent
Erica is just getting back from Japan and Sen is in Montreal for FLIM, so we're going to drop an interview from last year's inaugural Festival Ludique International de Montreal in which Sen speaks with designer, Herb Stanway, about the multi award-winning game, Crash Factor. To help you see exactly what Sen and Herb a
It’s hard to believe it’s been eight years since we first started up this blog! Eight years, over three hundred podcast episodes, close to five hundred game reviews, and approximately a bazillion cool interactions on line with gamers of all kinds. To celebrate this milestone we’ve partnered up with Re
We answer a question about how our tastes in games have changed over the years, especially as tabletop game content creators. We share first thoughts on Sumo, Boop Shuffle, Kindling, Compania, and Mother of Frankenstein, and wrap up with detailed reviews of Scurry Up from Up Games, Cover your Assets from Grandpa Beck’s
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Lee Hughs from Tabletop Coach about games (and other things) they've played lately. Games discussed are: Twilight Imperium 4 Coloma Stone Age Railroad Inc Tend Twilight Inscription Deduce or Die Awkward Guests You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (23
This episode we answer a question from a fan curious about good games for travel with a number of travel game recommendations. Next we catch you up on the games we’ve played since getting back from Origins. We wrap up with three great travel game reviews, Flamecraft Duals, Thrive, and 3 Witches. Tabletop Bellhop Gaming
Sen and Erica are joined by Marc-Antoine Doyon, organizer behind the Festival Ludique International De Montreal (www.leflim.com), a free outdoor gaming festival that takes place from July 24-26 in Montreal's Latin Quarter. Marc-Antoine talks about what it take to bring something of this magnitude to life and what atten
In Stonespine Architects, you play as minotaurs competing to build the best dungeon, flipping the classic Greek myth in an amusing way. Players draft cards, stock up on monsters and traps, and work to fulfill the requirements on challenge cards, all in an attempt to build the best dungeon ever in this quick playing gam
Welcome to an all Origins special episode of The Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast. We start off by talking about Origins Game Fair 2026 in general, and then get into all of the great games we got to try at this annual tabletop game convention. Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 305 was recorded on July 1st, […
Sen and guest host George Drayer (formerly from Meeple Syrup) speak with Jesper Myfors, the original art director of the game that changed the face of modern nerdom, Magic: The Gathering. They talk to Jesper about his involvement with the game, his role as art director, and his insight on evolution of the M:tG.
Granny Hortensia has died, and on the eve of the next blood moon, appears before her four grandkids and offers her entire estate to the one that can best keep her garden. That’s the theme of La Familia Hort, a somewhat spooky gardening game with some fantastic sort of Edward Gorey meets Tim Burton style […] La Fa
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Clarence Timmerman from the Victory Track about games (and other things) they've played lately. Games discussed are: Hot Streak Clank! In Space Cozy Stickerville Obsession Finspan You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (21:24) Then, the two break down
Prime Day deals on Tabletop Games, discounted board games, RPGs and more. A curated list of the best Amazon Prime Day deals for gamers. Find the best Prime Day deals for tabletop gaming, board games, card games, miniature games, RPGs, and more, all right here. Amazon Prime Day 2026 for Gamers: Deals on Board Games, RPG
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Steve Chivers about games (and other things) they've played lately. Games discussed are: Fantasy Realms Similo Eternal Decks Noobs in Space The Hobbit There and Back Again Kokeshi You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (23:21) Then, the two talk about
Erica and Sen speak with game designer and educator, Kathleen Mercury, about the second annual Game Design Academy that runs concurrently with Gen Con. The Game Design Academy is an official professional development and formal education track that takes full advantage of the convention space as the lab for learning mor
We answer a question about easy card games by each building a game night for friends featuring three games. We also share our first thoughts on Federation and Thunder Road Vendetta, and wrap up with full reviews of three more simple card games. Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 304 was recorded on June 10th, 2026
This episode we share tips on building a game collection that will appeal to a wide range of players, share what we’ve been playing lately and review two games on opposite ends of the spectrum, the meaty Vienna and the super quick 5 Minute Dungeon. Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 303 was recorded on June [̷
Mystery is a genre of game that I didn’t really know I enjoyed until I started playing more games with that theme. I’m sure most of us played Clue growing up, and I know a lot of people who still enjoy that classic game today. Mystery board games have come a very long way since […] The Best Mystery Bo
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Joe Slack from Crazy Like a Box about games (and other things) they've played lately. Games discussed are: So Clover Fjords The Fog Twilight Imperium 4 Saboteur You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (20:02) Then, the two talk about the impact player c
Sen flies solo and interviews Yeonsoo Julian Kim, narrative designer behind "The Fog Knows Your Name" and "Undying Fortress" on Choice Of Games, about interactive fiction games, TTRPGs, horror, and more!
This episode we share our favourite team-based board games, Deanna and Moe share the games they played at the Spring Northern Board Gaming Retreat put on by Changeling Gaming at Springwood Cottage Resort, and we review Rowdy Partners and Tag Team. Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 302 was recorded on May 20th, 20
Watch as I crack open a shiny new copy of Boba Mahjong, a two-player, card based, Mahjong variant featuring adorable artwork from Holly Chiu. In this game players work to collect three cards sets then select one of those three cards to save for end game, set collection based, scoring. It’s cheap, it’s small
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Bruce about games (and other things) they've played lately. Games discussed are: Phasers vs Grazers http://frogjumpinggames.com Fate of the Fellowship DC Breakout Arkham Asylum My Father's Work Monopoly Deal No Mercy Catan on the Road You can get a discount on Zencastr
Tonight we’re talking about how to compare games that are similar and pick a favorite.  As well, we’ve got reviews of Ham Helsing and First Class Mail along with plenty of talk about the games we’ve played lately including first thoughts on Flamecraft Duals, more plays of 3 Witches, and more, even including some d
Erica and Sen speak with author and academic, J. Ray Lee, about his book entitled, "Unsettling Catan: Detached Design in Eurogames". They discuss Catan's impact on the hobby, what detached design actually is, and what game designers can do to avoid detached design in practice. Check out https://lookingglance.com/ for m
300 We’re Still Playing, Games We Keep Coming Back To  A special episode of The Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast where we celebrate the fact this is our three hundredth episode!  Celebrations include talking about the games we keep coming back to again and again, revisiting our most popular reviews, and
It’s taken us almost eight years, but we finally did it — three hundred episodes! Three hundred! 17 publishers are helping us celebrate! We are giving away 36 games! We will be drawing 32 winners. Some of the prizes are available to both US and Canada, and some are US only. CLICK HERE to jump […] Givi
Sen and Erica interview George and Jack Furnival, the couple behind Carrooka - the tabletop snooker game. To see exactly what we're talking about on the podcast, check out pictures on their website: www.carrooka.com Be sure to listen to the companion episode about Crokinole featuring Jeremy Tracey on Patreon! https://w
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Bruce about games (and other things) they've played lately. Games discussed are: Clusterpuck http://frogjumpinggames.com Phasers vs Grazers http://frogjumpinggames.com Fate of the Fellowship Reign of Dragoness Half Truth Second Guess Trick Takers You can get a discount
Today we’re keeping it simple, answering a question from someone who’s looking for some super simple board game suggestions. In addition to easy game recommendations, we will be sharing what we’ve been playing lately, including our first play of Pizza Roles, more thoughts on Sanctuary, and more. We wrap up with reviews
Today we’re answering a question about about the way some people treat games and what you can do to protect yours.  We also share what we’ve been playing which includes first thoughts on 3 Witches, Cats vs Cucumbers, Flora Funga and more. Our featured reviews this episode are Whoa There Cowboy! and Stalk Exchange.
In this unboxing video I crack open a copy of Blackbrim 1876, the first game in the Blackbrim Trilogy of Games from Puzzling Pursuits. This is a puzzle based “escape-room-in-a-box” style game, with two parts included, which you can play together for one long game night or split over two sessions. The best p
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Mark Elias about games (and other things) they've played lately. Games discussed are: Werewolf Ito Turing Machine Poker You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (16:14) Then, the two talk about using game play logic in the movies. The We Funder link for
We share all the great new to us games we’ve played since getting back from GAMA Expo, including some awesome experiences at Breakout Con in Toronto.  We finish off with two reviews, one older game and one brand new one that is just hitting shelves. The new game is Goats & Goblins from B.A. Games, […] Br
In 2013 Z-Man Games brought us Bruges from Stefan Feld. It is considered, by many, to be the best game Feld has ever produced. Well, Bruges is back baby! It has been re-released as Hamburg, the first game in the Queen Games City Collection. With this new version, Stefan has revised and updated his game, […] Hambu
Sen talks to Chris Chung at BreakoutCon 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Chris talks about the origins of Lanterns, his work on the My Little Pony deckbuilder, and online playtesting.
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Steve Chivvers all about the recent BGG@Sea cruise they took down under. After that, they dive into one of the largest Review-a-palooza's they've ever done. Games reviewed are: Panda Royale Moon Colony Bloodbath Koekeshi Ticket To Ride Marklin Animal Rescue Team (follo
Erica and Sen speak with Spenser Starke about bringing Daggerheart, one of the new generation of tabletop role-playing games, to life.
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Steve Chivvers all about games (and other things) they've played including: Wonderlands War Rhino Hero Super Battle Can't Stop Scarface 1920 Galactic Cruise Arydia Koekeshi Holiday Hijinxs You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (27:31) Then, the two ta
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Andrew Stiles all about games (and other things) they've played including: Lodge 7 Empires Tower Up Manhattan Flowers You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (16:19) Then, the two talk about how to get big fun out of a small box game. ------------------
Sen and Erica speak with Peter Williamson, co-founder and partner at barometerxp.com and the executive director at gamegenius.org about creating tabletop experiences for non-profit organizations or doing professional development and team training to facilitate practical learning outcomes.
Sen and Erica speak with Liqin Gu and Mitch Zhang from Longpack Manufacturing to delve into the ins and outs of how boardgames are made and why they're predominantly made in China.
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Steve Hatherley of Freeform Games all about games (and other things) they've played including: Forest Shuffle Dartmoor Obsession London Puerto Rico Traveller Origin Story Nemesis: Retaliation You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (15:16) Then, the two
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Bruce Voge III all about games (and other things) they've played including: Baseball Card GM Sensu Bomb Busters Ticket to Ride Unsettled Lure You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (38:49) Then, the two talk about what fun is and how boardgames are fun
*Special Note* This episode is being released out of order. We will resume our previously scheduled numbering system in two week! Sen and Erica talk to Heather O'Neill and Hunter Johnson, members of the Unpub Board of Directors, about the upcoming Unpub Festival 2026. Hunter and Heather discuss what people can expect,
Sen speaks with Kristen Mott at Gen Con 2024 about her designs and publications leading into 2025. We talk homeschooling, scouting, co-design, and horses, of courses. Then we take a look into the crystal ball and make a predication that came true... sorta! Sen and Erica will be back with their regulars shows in Februar
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Marc Specter from the Grand Gamers Guild all about games (and other things) they've played including: Endangered Asia Sensu The Artemis Enterprise My Father's Work You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (24:41) Then, the two talk about Marc's New Year'
Recorded live at Gen Con 2024, Sen interviews Sarah Dahlinger, a comparative anatomy fueled creature creator who's made some of your favourite monster art and sculpted the minis as well for companies such as Cephalophair Games, Monte Cook Games, and more. Sarah is also the author/artist behind Astra Fauna: Expeditions
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Rob Searing from Boardgames with Rob all about games (and other things) they've played including: Luthier The Plum Island Horror Acquaria We Have a Problem Mr. President 20 Strong Ants You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (21:53) Then, the two talk a
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Marc Spectre of Grand Gamers Guild all about games (and other things) they've played including: Snowdonia Joyride The Artemis Project Exit Advent Calendar Man Eating House You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (27:20) Then, the two talk about Marc's e
On this special episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Bruce Voge III, the Starfleet Master of Ceremonies and Super Admiral fo the Subspace Funk Armada. You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. The two compare and contrast their experiences at BGG Con and Pax Unplugged. Along the way they talk about
Erica and Sen talk with Dr. Joe Macisco, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences at Wright State University's Boonshoft School of Medicine. Joe has been working on designing serious games for use in the public health field. Joe discusses how and why games can improve pro-health
Sen and Erica welcome Sarah Shipp, guest host of Thinking Beyond Mechanisms, to talk about some of the ways in which theme can be measured and how that affects game design.
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Grandpa Beck from Grandpa Beck's Games all about games (and other things) they've played including: Flip 7 Age of the Moon Bomb Busters You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (17:56) Then, the two talk about the connections games can make between peopl
Sen and special guest host Doug Levandowski (Kids on Bikes) talk with Noxweiler Ignatius Berf (or "Nox" for short) about his work on the storytelling game, Beneath The Trees Where Nobody Sees, based on the comic series of the same name. They discuss the game and it's mechanisms, how it stays true to the comic overall,
On this episode of On Board Games, Erik talks with Bruce Voge III about games (and other things) they've played including: Crash Octopus Bomb Busters Half Truth Blippo+ You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (34:15) Then, the two review Jackbox Party Pack 11. -------------------------------------------
Erica and Sen welcome Jordan Goddard of Indy Game Lab to talk about his company's newest product - family games that are packaged inside of Christmas ornaments. Currently on Kickstarter, Jordan discusses why he chose to create games that might only come out once a year.