Author: Anthony
Anthony
Anthony lives and plays games in Philadelphia, PA. A lover of complex strategy, two-player war games, and area control, Anthony is always eager to try a new game, even if he's on rule-reading duty.
Our trip through the board gaming metaverse continues as we discuss…board gaming! Our thoughts on the hobby, our background in it, and our goals for the future. First up, though, is our question of the week: What’s the best game you can set up and teach in less than 15 minutes? Acquisition Disorders: Solar Sphere, Mint Mini Game At the Table Reviews: Cascadia, King of Tokyo (revisited) If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or…
This week’s episode of BGA is a special one in which we get a little bit meta, a little bit reflective, and a whole lot transparent about the show, how it came about, and what we think of our current format and the goal of each segment of the show. Join us for the conversation as we consider what comes next for BGA – We want your feedback! So be sure to post your comments on Facebook, Twitter, and the website. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website…
This week we’re looking at the current BGG hotness as we wrap up August and move into September. First up, though, is our question of the week: What’s your biggest disappointment (in terms of game releases) of 2021 thus far? We also look at the Zenobia Award Finalists, recently announced as part of a year-long competition to find the next great historical game designer. Check out the site and the finalists here: https://zenobiaaward.org/finalists/ Acquisition Disorders: Dice Realms, G.I. JOE: Deck-Building Game At the Table Reviews: Grand Austria Hotel: Let’s Waltz If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us…
Eight years! How did time pass so quickly? It’s once again time for our annual anniversary special in which we look at the last year, including our favorite segments of the last ~50+ shows. First up, though, is our question of the week: As we get into the latter part of the summer, what is your favorite game release of 2021 thus far? Favorite Acquisition Disorders: On Mars: Alien Invasion by Vital Lacerda & Ian O’Toole (335), Villagers: Shifting Seasons (333), Isle of Cats: Don’t Forget the Kittens (328), Paperback Adventures – A Novel Solo Word Game (326) Favorite At…
This week we’re taking questions and feedback from the community. Thank you to everyone who provided insights, feedback, questions, and more for our annual episode discussing all the things you all want to talk about. First up, though, is our question of the week: Yay or nay on playmats? If yay, which ones add the most to their game? Acquisition Disorders: Boonlake, Descent: Legends of the Dark At the Table Reviews: Iberian Gauge, Circadians: First Light If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the…
This week we’re closing out our two-week Olympic Games specials, focusing on the best games that are based on a real-world sport. Join us for a discussion of the games that draw directly on their namesake sports as we name the gold, silver, and bronze winners. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.
This week we’re opening up our two-week Olympic Games specials, starting with the best games named specifically for a country. Join us for a discussion of the games that draw directly on their namesake countries as we name the gold, silver, and bronze winners. If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.
This week we’re looking at the current BGG hotness as we wrap up July and move into August. First up, though, is our question of the week: What games have the biggest gap between the promise of the cover and the mechanics in the box (e.g. any game with plants being as cutthroat as possible)? Acquisition Disorders: Dice Miner, On Mars: Alien Invasion by Vital Lacerda & Ian O’Toole At the Table Reviews: Concordia Venus If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show…
This week we’re discussing all the winners of the 2020 Dice Tower Awards, plus a couple of big reviews of recent releases. First up, though, is our question of the week: What board game sequel would you like to see announced next? Acquisition Disorders: 1947: the decline of an Empire, the birth of a Nation, Spire’s End: Hildegard At the Table Reviews: Coffee Traders, Dune: Imperium If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using…
This week we’re discussing the best types of board game expansions – what new modules, gameplay tweaks, and enhancements work best? We’ll tell you! First up, though, is our question of the week: What’s a big board game announcement you would love to hear in 2021? Acquisition Disorders: Coalitions, Villagers: Shifting Seasons At the Table Reviews: Botanik, Beyond the Sun If you haven’t yet, be sure to connect with us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/boardgamersanonymous), Twitter (http://twitter.com/bgapodcast), and on our website (www.www.boardgamersanonymous.com). You can support the show as well by donating on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bga) or using our Amazon affiliate link.