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Can we build the ultimate Top 10 Spooky Board Games list? Or will our own hosts ruin everything?This Halloween, Around the Board is putting together a collective Top 10 list of the best spooky board games to hit the table! But there's a catch: every host gets TWO VETOES to strike games from the list. Will your favorite creepy classic survive? Will someone get a little too trigger-happy with their vetoes? And which games will make the final cut as we build the ultimate Halloween gaming lineup?Join us for spooky games, heated debates, questionable decisions, and plenty of Around the Board chaos as we try to decide which games deserve a spot on our Halloween table!What spooky board game would YOU put in your Top 10? Let us know in the comments!Like board games? Love friendly debates? You're in the right place. Join us Around the Board!E-Mail us at [email protected] and [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 Intro5:26 Boooop09:13 Unmatched: Tales to Amaze13:10 Whirling Witchcraft15:44 Broom Service18:34 Dead of Winter21:04 Spooky Bar25:02 Lovecraft Letter28:23 Clank! Catacombs32:12 Marvel Zombies34:56 Abomination39:44 Blood on the Clocktower42:10 Agricola: Dead Harvest44:43 Spooktacular 49:07 Final Girl52:19 Golem54:41 Tyrants of the Underdark57:00 Honorable Mentions

Today, Kelly takes the day off, so it’s just Andy, Daniel, and John as they have a Great Game Debate about Res Arcana! Then we’ve got a pop quiz, where we talk about mechanisms that do — and don’t — appear on Board Game Geek. After that, we’ll tell you our Top 3 Tableau Builders. And finally, we end the show with a Table Top Team Up… which apparently Andy has completely forgotten how that segment works. So hold on to your hats when we get to his choice! Now, join us Around the Board!

We have a brand-new segment on Around the Board! Introducing High Low Ruffalo, where we each bring a good game, a bad game, and a weird game to the table. You never know what we're going to pull out!Then we head across Europe to review Abroad, the euro game all about traveling through Europe with a huge deck of cards. Is this journey worth taking, or should you stay home?Finally, we wrap things up by sharing the stories of the longest board games we've ever played. How long is TOO long for a board game? We've got some stories that might just test your patience!So grab a game, pull up a chair, and join us Around the Board! 🎲#BoardGames #AroundTheBoard #BoardGameReviews #AbroadE-Mail us at [email protected] and [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 Intro4:30 High Low Ruffalo6:42 Realm of Reckoning7:46 Tend8:43 Super Show12:00 Solar Garden13:36 Market Fresh14:20 Joker Chess16:12 Chess17:49 Mottainai19:05 Bloody Inn20:58 Falling22:50 Donuts23:52 Toothpaste Rash25:14 Abroad25:40 Overview31:05 Andy's Review36:21 Daniel's Review39:55 John's Review43:54 Kelly's Review48:45 Hansa50:08 Longest Game50:25 Arydia54:25 Axis and Allies58:38 Muchkin1:02: Ticket to Ride: Legends of the West1:06:21 Board Game Birthdays1:08:27 Outro

Kelly is Wrong! This episode of Around the Board is all about one thing: Kelly’s questionable taste in board games!We kick things off with the new hotness, Kano, and everyone gives their thoughts in our Hot or Not review segment.Then things take a turn as we take turns accusing Kelly of making some truly terrible board game choices. For Play, Shelf, Trade, we’re heading to Japan with three Japanese-themed games: Tatsumi, Hanami, and Snow Colony.Is Kelly actually wrong? Or are the rest of us just jealous of her incredible taste?Join us Around the Board!E-Mail us at [email protected] and [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 Game Night7:54 Kano Overview11:51 Kano Review25:01 Kelly is Wrong39:07 Hansa Comment41:15 PST, Tatsumi - Hanami - Snow Colony58:05 Birthdays

Gen Con 2026 may be over, but the conversation is just getting started! Andy, Daniel, and John are joined by Ryan Guerra from  @howiroll   to create a collective Top 10 list of the best games they played at Gen Con 2026. But there’s a twist—each host gets TWO vetoes! Who will put a game on the list that everyone else can’t stand? Who will have the most games make the final Top 10? Who actually played the best games at Gen Con? And, most importantly… why does Andy keep getting another unimpressive game onto the list?! Watch as four board game fans battle it out to determine the ultimate Gen Con 2026 Top 10! Follow Ryan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@howiroll E-Mail us at [email protected] and [email protected] Join our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/ 0:00 How I Roll 6:11 The Game Makers 10:40 Flintlock 15:00 Marvel Crisis Protocol: Night of the Goblin 22:00 Six Sojourns 27:50 Diables 32:15 Abroad 38:18 Realm of Reckoning 42:26 Estate: Raise the Realm 48:00 Vampire Survivor 53:29 Cola Wars 58:40 Kingdom Come: Deliverance 1:05:00 Raas 1:12:00 Codenames: Critical Role

Please welcome our special guest: Scott Morrison from Steelwing Games https://www.steelwinggames.com/ and Lucky Duck games! https://luckyduckgames.com/usa/Scott brings a refreshing level of maturity, expertise, intelligence and relevance that is sorely lacking in our original cast of characters. Join us as we discuss Scott’s newest project: Rainbow Blvd. This is an amazing looking game and passion project that Scott has been working on for years. Hear about the inspiration, struggles and challenges that even someone experienced in the game industry goes through to produce a game. Follow Rainbow Blvd using the link below: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/steelwinggames/rainbow-blvd?ref=263eosAfter that, we have three rounds of discussions (or arguments). 1. Save One Game - we each must pick one game to save from the years 2007, 2017 and 2027. 2 Kickstarter Must Haves - we discuss what it is we look for in a game that will convince us to crowdfund it. 3. Favorite Game Components - everyone gives their take on the components that can make or break a game. E-Mail us at [email protected] and [email protected] Join our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 - Introduction2:25 - Rainbow Blvd17:47 - Save One Game18:54 - 2007 Daniel (some game no one has heard of)20:40 - 2007 John (Tammany Hall)23:28 - 2007 Kelly (Biblios)24:44 - 2007 Scott (Get Bit!)28:00 - 2017 Daniel (Gloomhaven)30:00 - 2017 John (Godfather: Corleone’s Empire)31:55 - 2017 Kelly (Quest for Eldorado)33:50 - 2017 Scott (Too Many Bones)36:12 - 2027 Daniel (DC United)37:35 - 2027 John (Vampire Lords)39:19 - 2027 Kelly (Stag)40:43 - 2027 Scott (Hercules and the 12 Labors)43:20 - Kickstarter Must Haves43:40 - Kelly46:25 - Scott49:10 - Daniel63:43 - John58:05 - Favorite Game Components 58:21 - John1:00:35 - Kelly1:03:22 - Scott1:05:54 - Daniel1:10:14 - Scott’s Final Say

Episode 87 features Tim Aberli from the YouTube channel Board Game Rundown. We start with The Great Game Debate and discuss (argue) about whether or not this game that’s near and dear to Tim (Clank) still holds up today. Next is another regular segment: Play, Shelf, Trade. We take a look at three push-your-luck games (Port Royal, Ra & Quacks) and rate them accordingly. We then discuss (argue) about the legitimacy of the opinion that you shouldn’t play certain games with the “wrong” people. Gatekeeping or improving the gaming experience?Finally, a return of the “award winning” Board Game Believe it or Not segment. Can you tell which games are real or fake from a brief description?Thanks to Tim for joining us!You can find his channel here:https://youtube.com/@BoardGameRundown?si=zexkPsMlFFG8lXYKE-Mail us at [email protected] and [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/

GEN CON 2026 SPECTACULAR!In this episode, Andy, Daniel, John and Kelly dive into the sea of games available at Gen Con and each have selected their top five. Their lists were then submitted to producer Randy to insure there were no crossovers. What we end up with is 20 unique games that we have found worthy of your attention at Gen Con this year. How did we do?Is this a good list?What would YOU include?Let us know in the comments or drop us an email. Make sure you say “Hi” if you run into us at Gen Con!0:00 Intro6:34 - All Mine9:26 - Night at the Zoo11:25 - Pop Art14:49 - Fame and Fable17:16 - Papyria20:24 - Realm of Reckoning 23:07 - Estate: Raise the Realm25:52 - Dino Gardens28:25 - Greylune30:52 - Drillers33:48 - Ji•So•Gi Anime Studio Tycoon36:39 - Wine and Cheese38:27 - Kingdom Crossing41:10 - Mythologies44:50 - Inkwell47:50 - Clandestine 52:05- Abroad54:06 - Entropy56:00 - Enemies of Gotham City1:00:20 - Hanami1:04:05 - Honorable Mentions E-Mail us at [email protected] and [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/

The French Kiss Awards are here! 💋🏆At Around the Board, we don't always agree on board games. In fact, disagreements are usually half the fun. But every once in a while, a game comes along that earns the highest honor we can give: a unanimous French Kiss Award.In this video, Andy, Daniel, John, and the rest of the Around the Board crew each present a board game that all four of us agree is absolutely fantastic. These are the rare games that transcend personal tastes, genres, and play styles to earn a French Kiss from everyone at the table.What makes these games so special? Why do they stand out in a hobby filled with incredible options? Join us as we celebrate four board games that have achieved the impossible—complete agreement from the Around the Board team.Do you agree with our picks? Which games would earn a French Kiss Award from your gaming group? Let us know in the comments!👍 Like, Subscribe, and ring the bell for more board game reviews, top lists, news, and all things tabletop gaming.#BoardGames #TabletopGames #FrenchKissAwards #AroundTheBoard #BoardGameReview #BoardGaming

What makes a board game “cozy”? Is it relaxing gameplay, charming artwork, peaceful themes… or just the perfect game to enjoy with friends and family on a quiet night?In this video, the Around the Board crew counts down our Top 10 Cozy Board Games! From calming strategy games to feel-good favorites, we’re sharing the games that help us unwind and enjoy the hobby at a slower pace.Did your favorite cozy game make the list? Let us know your go-to comfort game in the comments!#BoardGames #CozyGames #TabletopGames #BoardGameCommunity #Top10BoardGamesE-Mail us at [email protected] and [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 Intro7:03 River Valley Glassworks10:34 Cat Lady13:33 Lord of the Ring's Trick Taker16:40 Cozy Sticker Ville19:57 Canvas23:09 Harmonies25:34 Santa's Workshop28:46 Between Two Cities31:40 Dream Home34:49 Gartenbau37:26 Arboretum40:47 Dixit43:33 Dust in the Wings46:40 Forrest Shuffle49:19 Codenames Duet52:30 Kerala56:14 7 Wonders Architects59:57 Kelly's Extra1:01:00 Andy's Extra1:02:25 Daniel's Extra1:04:14 John's Extra1:05:52 Outro

Around the Board is diving deep into water-themed board games with special guest Gruffus from  @PuppetTabletop  ! First, we take a look at Endeavor: Deep Sea and share our thoughts on the latest underwater strategy game making waves in the hobby.Then things get tough as we answer the ultimate gamer question: if you could only keep ONE board game to play for the rest of your life, what would it be? After that, we each reveal our Top 3 water-themed board games before wrapping things up with a salty round of Board Game Karen.Grab your life jacket and join us Around the Board!0:00 Gruffus3:59 Endeavor Review4:09 Endeavor Rule Teach8:50 Kelly's Review12:06 Gruffus' Review14:25 Daniel's Review18:21 John's Review27:01 1 Game Forever28:04 Daniel's Pick31:04 John's Pick34:16 Kelly's Pick37:41 Gruffus' Pick43:02 Splorgle Blast!!!43:43 Top 3 Water Games44:12 John's Top 347:57 Kelly's Top 351:48 Gruffus' Top 358:16 Daniel's Top 31:05:32 Board Game Karen1:06:14 Game 11:13:19 Game 21:20:30 Game 31:26:46 Winner1:27:57 Outro

In this episode, we take a look at Wroth, the new game from  @ChipTheoryGames  and share our first impressions.Then it’s time to “Play Shelf Trade” featuring Small World, El Grande, and Mission: Red Planet—which games are worth keeping, and which ones are heading out?After that, we tackle a tough question: if we could only save one game from 2005, 2015, and 2025… which ones make the cut?And finally, we wrap things up with a discussion: are deluxe board games actually good for the hobby, or are they going too far?Pull up a chair and join us Around the Board!E-Mail us at [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 Intro1:50 Wroth Review2:01 Wroth Overview5:10 Kelly's Review9:30 Andy's Review13:02 Daniel's Review15:30 John's Review21:57 Deluxe Games23:04 John's Take25:39 Kelly's Take28:25 Andy's Take31:50 Daniel's Take38:45 Small World | El Grande | Mission Red Planet39:57 Andy's Picks42:15 Daniel's Picks44:40 John's Picks47:45 Kelly's Picks51:02 Save One52:03 200557:30 20151:04:50 20251:11:10 Birthdays1:13:55 End

​ @SamHealey6  from the Flipside of Board Games joins us for an episode that gets… messy in the best way 😂We’re talking all about crappy games (yep, you read that right), starting with a deep dive into the brand new title Night Soil. Is it surprisingly good, or just plain stinky? You’ll have to watch to find out.Then things get even weirder with a Random Task challenge—digging through our shelves to crown the ultimate “poop” game. After that, we face off in a heated round of Would You Rather, debating what matters more: Components or Art?To wrap it all up, John puts Sam to the test in a game of Board Game: Believe It or Not—can Sam separate fact from fiction, or will he get flushed?💬 Let us know in the comments: What’s the worst (or weirdest) board game you’ve ever played?👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss more board game fun!Support our Sponsor: https://www.SaltLyte.com use promo code GAMECON for 10% off your order.E-Mail us at [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/Watch Sam at:https://www.youtube.com/@SamHealey60:00 Intro3:05 Night Soil Rules Explained5:28 John's Take8:20 Sam's Take15:12 Kelly's Take20:00 Andy's Take25:05 Daniel's Take30:21 Random Task31:19 Kelly's Pick31:57 Andy's Pick34:28 Sam's Pick39:02 Daniel's Pick41:04 John's Pick42:47 Winners44:29 Commercial SaltLyte45:33 Art vs Components46:41 Sam's Take51:44 Daniel's Take54:04 John's Take56:50 Kelly's Take59:57 Andy's Take1:02:49 Believe It or Not1:03:53 Game one1:06:41 Game two1:11:03 Game three1:14:41 Sam's Thoughts1:18:32 Outro

Daniel and Kelly continue their top 50 games of all time series.Pull up a chair and join us Around the Board!E-Mail us at [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 Intro3:58 Daniel's 107:01 Kelly's 108:55 Daniel's 911:42 Kelly's 913:43 Daniel's 816:46 Kelly's 820:04 Daniel's 723:58 Kelly's 727:09 Daniel's 631:31 Kelly's 634:45 Daniel's 538:25 Kelly's 540:51 Daniel's 444:04 Kelly's 446:48 Daniel's 351:00 Kelly's 354:58 Daniel's 258:13 Kelly's 21:00:05 Daniel's 11:05:04 Kelly's 1

What board games would the Apostle Paul actually bring to the table?Daniel and John join Joe and Ray from the  @ChristianBoardGamersLTN  podcast for a hilarious top 10 countdown of games we’d play with the Apostle Paul. From surprisingly solid picks to choices that might make you seriously question our judgment, this episode is full of laughs, debates, and a few vetoes along the way.E-Mail us at [email protected] our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 Intro6:30 Rules11:38 Ray's 114:20 Joe's 117:58 Daniel's 121:23 John's 124:12 Ray's 227:24 Joe's 229:22 Daniel's 232:10 John's 235:29 Ray's 339:00 Joe's 342:40 Daniel's 346:10 John's 348:25 Ray's 451:04 Joe's 453:40 Daniel's 456:40 John's 459:38 Ray's 51:03:00 Joe's 51:04:59 Honorable Mentions