Boardgame Mechanics
Jason and Katie discuss board games, life, and nonsense.
Episodes
Episode 278: Hidden Board Game Gems
Introduction:
News:
- Flames out the side of my face
Games played:
- Septima
- The Dwarf King
- Forgotten Waters
Hidden Board Game Gems:
- Jason 5 - Town Builder: Coevorden 3,384
- Katie 5 - Mai Star 4,030...
Episode 277: Favorite Games of 2023
Introduction:
News:
- Fled - 11 days $40
- River Valley Glassworks - 12 days, $39
Games played:
- Let’s Go! to Japan
- Courtisans
- Return to Dark Tower with monuments
Favorite Games of 2023:
- Jason 5 - ...
Episode 276: Our Top 100 Games of All Time (10-1)
Introduction:
News:
- Everstone - 10 days, $59
- Forgeflame - 10 days, $54
Games played:
- Histrio
- Lizard Wizard
- Santa Monica
Our Top 100 Games of All Time (10-1):
- Jason 10 - Wreck Raid...
This is the audio version of a live stream that took place on 02/22/2024. This is a video series counting down our favorite games that are not quite in the top 100.
Episode 275: Our Top 100 Games of All Time (20-11)
Introduction:
News:
- Sea Dragons - (KS) 8 days, $38
- Steam Power - (Gamefound) 13 days, $40
Games played:
- The White Castle
- After Us
Our Top 100 Games of All Time (20-11):
- Jason 20 - The Quacks of Quedlinburg ...
Episode 274: Our Top 100 Games of All Time (35-21)
Introduction:
News:
- The Acts: Letters from Rome - 10 days, $27
- Cryptic Nature - 16 days, $46
Games played:
- Disney: Lorcana
- Hollywood 1947
Our Top 100 Games of All Time (35-21):
- Jason 35 - Trajan
This is the audio version of a live stream that took place on 01/08/2024. This is a video series counting down our favorite games that are not quite in the top 100.
Episode 273: Our Top 100 Games of All Time (55-36)
Introduction:
News:
- Just no
Games played:
- Dubious
- Noctiluca
Our Top 100 Games of All Time (55-36):
- Jason 55 - Creature Comforts
- Katie 55 - Hickory Dickory
- Jason 54 - Rajas of the G...
Episode 272: Our Top 100 Games of All Time (70-56)
Introduction:
News:
- Kelp - Shark vs Octopus: 7 days, $50
- Firefighters on Duty Board Game: 9 days, $65
Games played:
- Sushi Boat
- Paradise Lost
Our Top 100 Games of All Time (70-56):
- Jason 70 - Yamatai
This is the audio version of a live stream that took place on 11/19/2023. This is a video series counting down our favorite games that are not quite in the top 100.
Episode 271: Our Top 100 Games of All Time (85-71)
Introduction:
Games played:
- My Father’s Work
- Return to Dark Tower
Our Top 100 Games of All Time (85-71):
- Katie 85- SCOUT
- Jason 85- SCOUT
- Katie 84- Sea Salt & Paper
- Jason 84- Taverns o...
This is the audio version of a live stream that took place on 11/2/2023. This is a video series counting down our favorite games that are not quite in the top 100.
This is the audio version of a live stream that took place on 11/2/2023. This is a video series counting down our favorite games that are not quite in the top 100.
Episode 270: Our Top 100 Games of All Time (100-86)
Introduction:
News:
- Hello Kitty: Day in the Park - 12 days, $30/$60
- Monasterium - 12 days, $60
Games played:
- Yggdrasil
Our Top 100 Games of All Time (100-86):
- Jason 100 - Disney Animated
- Katie 100 - Tang Ga...
Episode 269.5: The Best Weberson Santiago Art
Introduction:
The Best Weberson Santiago Art:
- 7
- 6
- 5
- 4
- 3
- 2
- 1
Closing:
Episode 269: Games Our Younger Selves Would Have Loved
Introduction:
News:
- Gamefound: Creature Caravan - 8 days, $50
- Fromage - 9 days, $35/$49 mat
- Flock Together - 11 days, $79
Games played:
- King of 12
- Fuji
Games Our Younger Selves Would Have Loved:
Episode 268: Gamer Burnout
Introduction:
News:
- Body of Evidence: The Murder Mystery Autopsy Game - 5 days, $37
- Colossal Cat-in-the-Box - 11 days, $59
Games played:
- Joan of Arc: Orleans Draw & Write
- Isle of Trains: All Aboard
- Camel Up: The Card Game
- Read more
Episode 267: More, Even More Games Every Gamer Should Own
Introduction:
News:
- Bear Mountain Camping Adventure 3 Days $39, $69, $99
Games played:
- Sail
- Cthulhu: Death May Die
Games Every Gamer Should Own pt.5:
- Jason - The Gallerist (Heavy Game)
- Jason - Lords of...
Episode 266: Still Even More Games Every Gamer Should Own
Introduction:
News:
- Boil and Trouble: 2 days, $23
- Flight Plan: 10 days, $65
- Tabernacle of Yahweh: 12 days, $77
Games played:
- Wandering Towers
- Expeditions
Games Every Gamer Should Own pt.4:
- Read more
Episode 265: GenCon 2023 Preview
Introduction:
GenCon 2023 Preview:
- Jason - Bohnanza: Dahlias
- AMIGO, Uwe Rosenberg, $22
- Katie - Barcelona
- Board & Dice, Danny Garcia, Demo?
- Jason - Tricks & Treats
- Trick or Treat Studios, Em...
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