Board Game Nights in Brisbane – Events
Just throwing up a highlight post for our board game / tabletop game events run in Brisbane (Australia). In conjunction with Nerds of Wisdom and ourselves, the Brisbane Tabletop Gaming Group meets fortnightly in Ashgrove. It’s a welcoming and friendly group and everyone is welcome. We’ve got our regulars who show up all the time, be we also have our newbies who are welcomed with open arms. You can bring along snacks and…
Aquicorn from Renegade Games announced – News
Renegade Games are releasing Aquicorns later this year, a board game designed by Steve Ellis, Tyler Tinsley, Ben Eisner, and Tim Eisner. Adapted from the Oni Press original graphic novel by Katie O’Neill, The Aquicorn Cove Board Game will encourage players to dive into an underwater conservation adventure. Unable to rely on the adults in her storm-ravaged seaside town, a young girl must protect a colony of magical seahorse-like…
Tentacle Town! – News
New York Toy Fair saw a few board game anouncements, but one that’s grabbed our attention is Tantacle Town! from Monster Fight Club (thier first new boardgame). In Tentacle Town, you’ve arrived on the distant shores of an unsettled land, but the waters surrounding your new home are teeming with giant tentacles! Gather your wits and ready your harpoons as you compete to become Mayor of Tentacle Town. Recruit new citizens, build…
My One Tabletop Gaming Recommendation – Video
Our man Dave has been pondering our great hobby. How he first got into the hobby, how tabletop / board gaming has made him feel as a content creator and just what game YOU should be looking at for Xmas and beyond. We realise Xmas has been and gone, but we think Dave has a strong point here so we’re posting the video now. What do you think of his thoughts? How many games do you own and how many do you actually play? Feat Img Cred…
Z-Man Games Noctiluca – News
More news coming out of Z-Man Games today, this time though it’s connected to our favorite New Zealand designer Shem Phillips. His dice-based board game Noctiluca has been picked up by the company for publication. Noctiluca, an engaging abstract game from acclaimed designer Shem Phillips. Renowned for their restorative properties, the noctiluca are desired by many healers. Players must carefully plan their path before diving…
New Year Gaming Resolutions
It is that time of year when we pause with gratitude for what was and to begin with hope for the year to come. I had minimal ability to grow my collection this year, but I did have friends who helped me along the way. I was gifted games by some people, my gaming group grew and we started sharing our collections. The best part is that new friendships were made and wonderful shared experiences created. Even though I only bought one new…
Best Family Board Games of 2018 – Article
I was going to do a ‘you should buy this for Christmas’ post, but time has gotten away from me, so consider this more of a family games that released this year that you should try to play – and / or buy – in 2019. Ok let’s kick things off! These are the games I’ve found pretty awesome (so far) for 2018 and games that I think would work great for family / beginner play. THE MIND: First…