Love Cascadia but looking for your next favorite game?
Chris and Tim explore a collection of board games that share a satisfying blend of thoughtful decision-making, relaxing gameplay, and rewarding puzzle-solving. From tile-laying and spatial planning to completing patterns and balancing multiple scoring objectives, they highlight games that scratch the same itch while offering unique twists.
Roll for Preview
Chris: Kemet: The Gates of Thonis
Tim: 8 Dragons
Roll for Review
Tim: Nippon: Genro and Nippon: Zaibatsu
Chris: Container
Whether you're searching for another nature-inspired puzzler or simply enjoy games that challenge you to optimize every placement, this episode is packed with recommendations for fans of elegant strategy games. Tune in as Chris and Tim break down what makes Cascadia so compelling and reveal the titles that deserve a spot on your table next.
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Jul 4
1 hr 15 min
This week on Board Gamers Anonymous, Game Master Dave returns from the convention circuit with tales from the gaming tables, standout discoveries, and memorable moments in our feature segment, Game Master Dave's Convention Report.
In Roll for Preview, Dave looks ahead to the geopolitical strategy game World Order, while Chris previews The Terror: Can You Survive the French Revolution?, a tense historical experience where survival is anything but guaranteed.
Then it's time for Roll for Review. Dave shares his thoughts on the classic abstract strategy game Ingenious and the fantasy-themed Diplomancy: The Golden Blade. Chris rounds out the reviews with Rebuilding Chicago, a city-building game focused on restoring and reshaping the Windy City.
Join us for another week of board game news, previews, reviews, and discussion from around the tabletop.
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Jun 25
1 hr 9 min
Building Up! This week on Board Gamers Anonymous, we're reaching new heights with our feature review of the Top 10 Games That Build Skyward! From towering structures to layered landscapes, we're celebrating games that feature vertical building mechanics—without venturing into dexterity-game territory.
In our Roll for Preview segment, Tim takes a look at Hover - A Surprisingly Brutal Hummingbird Game, while Chris explores the deluxe Concordia Special Edition.
Then, in Roll for Review, Tim shares his thoughts on Super Motherload, Mezo, and The Glade. Chris reports back on the epic conflict in Dune: War for Arrakis, the sprawling civilization-building experience in Civolution, and the galactic battles in Star Wars: Battle of Hoth.
Join us as we stack, build, and climb our way through some of tabletop gaming's most impressive vertical experiences!
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Jun 18
1 hr 38 min
The Sweet Spot: Six Players
What's the ideal player count for a board game?
This week on Board Gamers Anonymous, Chris and Tim dive into one of gaming's most debated topics: games that are at their absolute best with six players. From epic table experiences to hidden gems that shine with a full group, we discuss what makes six the magic number and highlight some of our favorite titles that hit that sweet spot.
In our Roll for Preview segment, Tim takes a look at War of the Dragon: The Wheel of Time, while Chris previews Antifascist Tooth Fairy, Game Changer: Home Edition, and The Official Cyberpunk Trading Card Game.
Then, in Roll for Review, Chris shares his thoughts on Canvas Critters, and Tim reviews Pixies.
Join us for another week of board game news, previews, reviews, and discussion from around the tabletop.
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Jun 11
1 hr 13 min
If You Like Point Salad, Try… takes a look at some of our favorite games that scratch that same satisfying combo-building, engine-crafting, and point-chasing itch! We dive into a variety of games that offer players meaningful choices, clever synergies, and that ever-important feeling of turning a handful of simple actions into a mountain of points.
In our preview segment, we take an early look at Terraforming Mars: The Legacy of Mars, the newest evolution of the beloved Mars franchise, and hit the hardwood with Nothing But Net, a fast-paced basketball-themed game full of tense shots and strategic playmaking.
Then, in our review segment, we tune up for Luthier, a beautifully crafted game of instrument making, reputation building, and strategic planning, before braving the frozen heights of Nunatak: Temple of Ice, where players work together and compete to construct an icy monument in the harsh Antarctic landscape.
If you enjoy games that reward clever planning, combo creation, and maximizing every move, this episode is packed with recommendations and discussion for your next favorite tabletop experience!
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May 26
1 hr 33 min
Welcome to the table! This week on Board Gamers Anonymous, Tim joins us for a deep dive into his gaming history and experiences. for the Voice of our Gamers!
Roll for Preview: The Lord of the Rings: Ascension and Reavers of Midgard
Roll for Review: Eternal Decks, Magical Athlete, and Planet Unknown
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May 18
1 hr 2 min
Welcome to the table! Game Master Dave joins us at the table this week!
This week, Dave takes us through a bunch of game reviews: The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship, LOTR Duel for Middle Earth, British Tank Ace, Gettysburg: Badges of Courage, Cradle of Civilization, and RA!
And Chris previews: Earth Express and Behind the Lens!
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May 2
1 hr 8 min
Welcome to the table! And join us for a final time with Anthony at the table. This week, we are talking about the Games that change us forever!
We preview: The Official Cyberpunk Trading Card Game, Arcs: Beyond the Reach, Barrage: Earned Authority, Clinic Deluxe: the Big box by Alban Viard
We review: Druids of Edora
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Join us over at www.boardgameacademics.com and read the newest journal of tabletop gaming! Volume 3, Issue 1 is out now!
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Apr 20
1 hr 51 min
This week, we preview The Lord of the Rings: The King's Gambit and review Fantasy Realms: Greek Legends, Trismegistus (2026)!
Our feature is Anthony's Final Top 100 update, all-time!
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Join us over at www.boardgameacademics.com and read the newest journal of tabletop gaming! Volume 3, Issue 1 is out now!
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Apr 13
1 hr 11 min
It all comes down to this! 64 of the greatest board game mechanics, down to our Sweet 16, Final Four, and then, our Number 1 Board Game Mechanic! Which mechanic is top?! Find out now, with Chris & Anthony.
If you haven’t yet, check out the recently updated BGA website at www.boardgamersanonymous.com!
Join us over at www.boardgameacademics.com and read the newest journal of tabletop gaming! Volume 3, Issue 1 is out now!
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Apr 2
1 hr 22 min
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