
Shipyard (2nd Edition) is designed by Vladimír Suchý, with artwork by Michal Řezníček and Adela Stopka , and published by Delicious Games and Rio Grande Games.Work on a 19th Century Shipyard creating the most impressive vessels, navigate them on their maiden voyage, and grab the most points along the way.If you're like "Eh" we can tell you this was a kind of slow burn and has some pretty exciting mechanics and scoring possibilities. What are they? Take a listen and we'll tell you.MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
May 10
20 min

Critter Kitchen is designed by Alex Cutler and Peter C. Hayward, with artwork by Sandara Tang , and published by Cardboard Alchemy and Lucky Duck Games.The Food Network meets board games as chefs from all around Bistro Bay fight to have the best food in the area -- what plates will you successfully complete and will the secret critic be impressed with your final meal?At the end of the game, the player who made the greatest dish and scores the most points wins!MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
Mar 21
20 min

Zhanguo: The First Empire is designed by Marco Canetta and Stefania Niccolini, with artwork by Ulric Maes and David Sitbon, and published by Sorry We Are French and Hachette Boardgames USAFrom the Publisher: In Zhanguo: The First Empire, you go along with the Emperor's plans to offer your family a place in the terracotta army. To help you in this challenging task, six cards will be at your disposal every round. They will give you permanent support during the rest of the game or will obtain the Emperor's approval for your actions.At the end of the game, the player who made the greatest contribution to the Emperor's cause by scoring the most points wins!MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
Feb 27
23 min

Cosmoctopus, designed by Henry Audubon, with artwork by George Doutsiopoulos, published by Lucky Duck Games, Players jump into the inky realm and play and incredible spin on the Cthulhu mythos. jump in and see what we think.MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
Jan 23
14 min

We're looking forward to 2026 with hopes of high quality, visually stunning, gaming experiences. What qualifies? drop in and check out the episode.MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
Jan 9
18 min

It's been another great year of gaming for us. Come hang out and listen in our our favorites and maybe some hints on episodes we got in the works getting ready to release.You can check out the Wondrous Creatures episode we mention here.MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
Jan 6
33 min

Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring - Trick-Taking Game, designed by Bryan Bornmueller, with artwork by Alain Ryan and Samuel R. Shimota, published by Office Dog, players choose different characters of the first book of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy to successfully secure goals in this thematic trick-taking game.How much do you have to know about the book? Not much, but it does definitely enhance the enjoyment if you know it. How much? Well jump into this episode with us and find out.MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
Dec 5, 2025
18 min

RiVirCon is this weekend!Friday (Nov. 14) doors open at 3:00 pm, runs til 11:00 pm.Saturday (Nov. 15) doors re-open at 8:30 am, runs til 11:00 pm.If you haven't, register hereIf you'd like any addition information you can check out any or all of the links below:Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/RiVirCon/Discord: RiVirCon Discord server Email: [email protected].
Nov 11, 2025
2 min

Wondrous Creatures, designed by Yoem Cheolwoong, with artwork by Sophia Kang, published by Bad Comet Games, players are an admirer, a creature enthusiast, who will join the journey of forming the world’s leading creature reserve. It combines worker placement on shifting terrains, tableau building, and multiple asymmetric capabilities.You may have seen it, but have you played it? What's been holding you back if you haven't checked it out? Listen to the episode and find out our initial holdups and our review.MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
Oct 15, 2025
33 min

Sankoré: The Pride of Mansa Musa, designed by Mandela Fernandez-Grandon, Fabio Lopiano with artowrk by Ian O'Toole and published by Osprey Games is a a mid-weight Eurogame for 1-4 players. Each player manages the prestigious University of Sankoré in 14th-century Timbuktu, tasked by the emperor Mansa Musa with spreading knowledge throughout West Africa, even as the great university is raised around them. With a BGG weight of 4.17, this game is stated to play at about 150-180 minutes.It hits the thematic history spot we love, but will it stay in the collection? Check out the episode and find out.MERCH IS STILL AVAILABLE! GET YOUR EARLY FAVORITES HERE: https://www.teepublic.com/user/oapodcastMore will be designed and posted soon.Like and subscribe to get the latest episodes when they become available, and follow us on Instagram at @orthogonally_adjacent_pod for more gaming goodness in the future.The show theme "Too Much TV" by @DOPICO was used with all rights and permissions of the artist. You can check out all of her music, including her new self-titled album, on iTunes and Spotify.
Jun 20, 2025
25 min
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