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Gaming as a Parent
This new parent is asking for advice gaming. Being a parent can be awesome but it presents challenges to free time for sure.
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Best Combat System
This thread dives into some great combat systems in games. What are some of your favorites?
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Brain Fog Friendly Solo Games
Solo gaming is great way to unwind and work your mind. Sometimes we just need something light after a long day. Check out this geeklist for some great options.
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Posted by: Yeoster
Board Game: Jaipur
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Defenders of the Wild
Defenders of the Wild is a cooperative board game of ecological resistance, magic, adventure, and team building. Assemble your crew of Defenders from a wide range of animal comrades to fight back against the machines that are enclosing and exploiting a modular map that changes with each game. Play as one of four unique animal factions: the Council with its power and engineering, the Order with its ancient wisdom, the Sect with its ingenious innovations, and the Coven with its spells and subterfuge.
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General Orders: WWII
Take command of Axis and Allied troops at the height of World War II in the first ever worker-placement wargame, brought to you by the designers of the Undaunted series. General Orders: WWII pits competing commanders against each other in a tug of war for control over a crucial Second World War battlefield.
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Ancient Knowledge
Ancient Knowledge is a strategic card game in which you erect monuments and build artefacts to pass on your knowledge. Time will make your constructions ephemeral, so make the right decision and combine some of the nearly 200 unique cards to optimize your tableau! These monuments we still find nowadays in the four corners of the globe. From Mexican pyramids to the Sphinx of Giza, passing through the famous cities of Tiwanaku and Babylon, only the cleverest builder will shine through the ages and seize victory. In this game, your only enemy is time. Ancient Knowledge will be available worldwide tomorrow! Discover it in our channel!
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Crayne
Lords battle each other in a high fantasy realm filled with monsters, magic and heroes to rule the broken world of Crayne. This deck-building game combines elements of same time play, indirect combat, and strategic decision-making, offering players a unique and engaging experience with every play through. It has stunning, immersive artwork, and diverse game modes; solo, 2-6 players, even team play and cooperative play. With 8 factions, random starting cards, and a huge number of cards to purchase during play, Crayne promises high replayability and countless hours of enjoyment.
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Stickering Castles
The file this week are tile stickers for Castles of Burgundy. Get stickering!
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The Game You've Owned the Longest
In this geeklist, users are posting the games they have owned the longest. I think mine may be Catan.
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Games with Butting
Butting is when two matching values cancel each other out and are no longer counted. Yep, that's it! Let's see some games that fit this mechanic.
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Bruno Faidutti's Ideal Games Library Now Archived
This early artifact of board games online has now been archived for your perusal.
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Board Game: HeroQuest
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Gamefound 1M Users
One million users on Gamefound! A big thank you to everyone who supported us and for being a driving force behind our growth. Your encouragement, input, and love for board games have not gone unnoticed, and we're extremely grateful to be celebrating this milestone with you. We can’t wait for all the exciting campaigns to come and to continue to grow this community together in the future. You’re one in a million!
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Rogue Seas
At last an easy to learn pirate adventure! Step into the shoes of notorious pirate captains from history to pillage, plunder, and fight to claim the lost fortune of San Miguel. Face off against legendary monsters, deadly merchants, and rival captains. Set sail for Rogue Seas today! Learn more about our Kickstarter coming soon.
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Art Society
Art Society is pre-releasing at Essen SPIEL! In this new art collection game for 2 to 4 players, you are an art connoisseur trying to impress your peers by putting together the most fashionable art collection of them all. Bid on the hottest works of art, then arrange them on your drawing room wall into a tastefully curated gallery that's the envy of the local art scene. But beware! Fashion is fleeting, and trends are difficult to predict... Pre-order your copy now (with optional SPIEL pick-up)! Did you know you get a free exclusive promo tile with your pre-order?
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Crashing HEAT
This fane made expansion to HEAT adds rules for crashing.
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BGG Store September Update!
Check out the latest additions this month along with a sale!
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How to Print and Play
Have you seen some of our files of the week and didn't know how to get started? This print and play guide is an awesome play to start.
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AI Comes to Board Games
The prospect of AI art in board games is the topic of discussion this week. Come see how users are feeling.
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Overwhelmed by OGs
List of OGs is taking over the geeklists this week. OGs seem to mean German style games. What are your favorites in this genre?
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Posted by: rub99
Board Game: Tequila
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Aliens: Another Glorious Day in the Corps
Aliens: Another Glorious Day in the Corps is a co‑operative survival board game in which you and your team of specialist Colonial Marines gear up with serious firepower and head into Hadley's Hope to find survivors and answers. Work together, keep your cool, and stay frosty as you fight off relentless Xenomorph ambushes. And get out alive. Now available with 3 expansions, "Get Away From Her, You B***h!", "Ultimate Badasses", and the brand new "We're in the Pipe, Five by Five".
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Valley Hoopers: The Series – The Ultimate Fantasy Basketball Simulation Boardgame
Are you ready to step into the shoes of Doc Soul Glyde to guide the angel's tribe of the Keepers? Or would you prefer the unstoppable fastbreaks of the Unleashed centaurs of Miss Rose Horses? Play basketball on your table like never before! Upgrade your team with unique translucent actions to boost your deck and challenge your opponent with cards and dice, build your fortune through real playbooks and lead your hoopers to the victory. Preorder Now to get all the exclusive promos, pick-up at Essen Spiel 2023 Visit us at Hall 3 Booth 3A101
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Settle in Kingdom Death: Monster
The file this week is a guide to settlements in Kingdom Death: Monster.
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BGG.Spring Registration Open
The registration for this con is now open. Follow the link to learn more.
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SDJ Stats
This thread has some very interesting statistics on Spiel des Jahres winners.
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Songs and Games
This user is connecting games and favorite songs in a genre crossover. Come see what songs and games seem to connect.
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Canadian War Museum War Games Exhibition
Check out this museum exhibit diving into wargaming. It looks fascinating.
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Posted by: henk.rolleman
Board Game: Azul
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Dragon Eclipse
Attention, Mystlings Keepers! Brace yourselves for an unprecedented journey into the heart of myth and magic. Dragon Eclipse is about to unfold before you! Whether you're a seasoned fantasy explorer or new to the world of board games, our creation promises an enthralling experience that will leave you spellbound. Take the first step into this epic adventure and be part of a saga that will resonate through the ages! The campaign starts on September 19. Follow now, before the campaign starts, and get Luminesca for free!
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Hoplomachus: Pandora
Chip Theory Games has launched a trio of expansions for their recently released Hoplomachus titles on Gamefound! The Pandora's Box Expansions for Hoplomachus: Victorum and Remastered offer a huge variety of modular content for these critically acclaimed titles. Check out the campaign on Gamefound, offering exclusive bundled pricing, free shipping on all pledges during the campaign, as well as a free $5 micro expansion!
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RISK Strike
Get off the board and right into the action with RISK Strike, a fast and furious card-based take on the classic RISK board game! Gameplay is simple yet highly strategic. Declare which continent you want to attack, deploy your troops, and roll the dice to start battling. Use tactics cards to sabotage, bombard, spy, and more in pursuit of world conquest. Defeat your opponents in battle to conquer continents and earn domination coins. The first player to earn 2 domination coins wins! RISK Strike is an exciting blend of classic Risk gameplay with the raw emotions felt building tenuous alliances that can turn on you with the play of a card.
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Condottiere in Middle Earth
The file this week is a Middle Earth maps for Condottiere. This seems like a fun take on this classic game.
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Introducing Solo-Mode
Follow the link for details on a new show from Foster the Meeple and BGG.
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BGG.Spring Badges and TeamGeek
BGG.Spring registration will open next week, plus sign ups are now open for Team Geek. Follow the link for more details.
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Unofficial BGG.CON Resources
This user has gathered a collection of helpful resources for those headed to BGG.CON later this year.
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Online Daily Challenges
This user has found games that offer online daily challenges from the publishers. This is a fun way to approach your games.
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Games with a Peruvian or Incan Theme
This user has put together an in-depth geeklist of games based on this theme. Dive into a cultural snapshot.
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Posted by: olyboy1994
Board Game: Raptor
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The Isofarian Guard
The Isofarian Guard is a solo/co-op narrative driven adventure board game for 1-2 players. Featuring: An incredible story spanning 5 campaigns, Bag Building with weighted chips, Character Progression and Skill Trees, and Audio Narration by Forteller! Pledge now on Gamefound!
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Flock Together
The Founder is dead. The Predators have invaded. Can you gather your team and defend the Coop? Or will you, with the prophecy, be consumed? Gather your teammates and fight off the invading predators in this beautifully immersive game for 1-5 players. Flock Together is a cooperative game with— - Art by Andrew Bosley (The artist behind Everdell) - 11 Asymmetric Playable Characters - Leveling Up and Loot Drops - Deluxe Components Launching on Kickstarter, Tuesday, September 12th!
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Automatic Golem
The file this week is a web app for a Golem automa. This will get you playing solo in no time.
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Game Stores on Vacation
Do you like this poster (and me) visit local game stores on vacation? Come share your experiences and fun finds.
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LEGO Ideas - Game Night
This user has created a fun LEGO build that is up on LEGO ideas. This is a fun one worth a look. Come vote and perhaps it could become an official set some day.
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Beyond Uno
If you or those you play with love this classic game, check out this geeklist of next steps to explore.
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Board Game: Codenames: Pictures
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Peacemakers: Horrors of War
Peacemakers: Horrors of War is a thematic co-operative board game where you attempt to bring peace. The game can be played with up to 4 players, including solo. As an adventurer, you try to stop armed conflicts between animalfolk nations. Do your best to avoid the horrors a destructive war would inflict! The armies in the game act independently, so you cannot control them directly. Instead, you get multi-use resource cards, which you can use to thwart their plans. You only get a few new cards each round, so you have to figure out when and how to make the best use of them.
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Unmatched Maps
The file this week is a fanmade map for Unmatched. Get printing!
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August Store Update
Come see the latest in the BGG store, the update is live!
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Evolution of a Game Cover
This thread a great exploration of the development of a game cover. It is a great look into this process.
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Most Epic Turns
This geeklist is a great record of one players most epic turns. I am impressed by both the turns and their memory to keep track of all this.
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How a Game Comes to Board Game Arena
Board Game Arena is a popular way to play many games online. This thread shows the process it takes to get a game on Board Game Arena.
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Posted by: StormKnight
Board Game: RoboRally
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Gamefound Feast
Join in on the fun of the upcoming Gamefound Feast, including many exciting projects from top creators. This is your chance to indulge in tempting campaigns such as Dungeons & Lasers VI: Caves from Archon Studio, taking you on underground adventures. And that’s not all! Keyforge: Grim Reminders and Earthborn Rangers are just some of the other awesome games you can now follow. Whatever your taste is, there’s something in the Feast for you.
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Apprentice Kit
Discover Excellence in Miniatures with the Eldritch Foundry Apprentice Kit! Elevate your gaming experience with a FREE* 3D-printed miniature, painting tips, 3D printing insights, and an exclusive Hero Vault Tin. Crafted for connoisseurs, claim your kit today and ignite your creativity. [Claim Your Free Kit Now](link to landing page) *Just pay for shipping and we'll give you that money back on your next order~
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Tweaking Scythe
The file this week provides adjustments to balance the factions in Scythe.
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Sleeving Just Got Easier
Aldie announced a new feature showing you the sleeves needed for many games. Check out the post for more details.
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BGG@SEA 2024
Cruises are now available for 2024. Check out the post for details and consider joining one.
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Generate Your Ride
This tool allows you to generate a Ticket to Ride board for anywhere on earth. This is a pretty amazing tool.
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Most Owned Games 2022
This geeklist has compiled the most owned games from 2022. Come see the big standouts from last year.
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Small Things That Make a Big Difference
This thread is full of small things gamers love and wish publishers would do more of. Come add your own.
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Posted by: henk.rolleman
Board Game: The Wolves
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Printing a Memoir
The file this week lets you print custom maps for Memoir 44. Get printing!
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Gen Con Through Pictures
This attendee took some great pictures of everything they played. Come live vicariously through them.
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God Bless the File Makers
We feature files every week in this newsletter and it is great to see this outpouring of appreciation for these amazing creators.
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Gen Con Signatures
This attendee seeks signatures from designers they love at the con. This is a fun story to follow.
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Board Game: Ra
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The Boardgame TImeline
This updates the game Timeline with boardgame art. Can you put these board game release in early?
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Checking in with Steph
Let's check in with Steph from the BGG team and check out some beautiful photos from games she has been playing.
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Favorite Under-loved Games
This geeklist features one unloved games from each of the last 20 years.
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Collecting for Others
How many of the game you keep are for others you play with? join the discussion.
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Posted by: debelbot
Board Game: Race for the Galaxy
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Eldritch Foundry
Embark on an Eldritch Adventure this summer! Unlock your imagination with Eldritch Foundry, where magical creations come to life. Our Summer Sale enchants with 20% off captivating custom miniatures. Craft your heroes or conjure new ones, the magic is in your hands! For our at home printing enthusiasts, enjoy an exclusive $10 discount on annual subscriptions. This means unlimited mini downloads all year round. Summon fantastic savings; adventure awaits! *Offer valid thru August 13, 2023
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Stickering the Grand Austria Hotel
The file this week are stickers for the components in Grand Austria Hotel. Get printing and sticking.
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