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The folks at @keymastergames.bsky.social are bringing back Samurai (the Knizia classic) with a new theme and new ways to play in: Hanami! Join me here and let's learn how to play: youtu.be/iWI41IFPgvM

There are a lot of satisfying steps along the way to playing a game. Finishing the setup with all the bits and bobs in their place is one of them! Learning Nusfjord from @lookoutgames.bsky.social (nod to @meeplemike.bsky.social for singing the game’s praises to me).

I adore Oscar Peterson's music and hearing him talk about his craft with a fellow musician just elevated this interview. Whether you're into jazz or not, art and music as a subject that can transcend personal tastes. Worth a watch if you have the time www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFNs...

We're stepping into Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere with the upcoming title Shards of Creation from @brotherwisegames.bsky.social. Featuring incredible art by @medusadollmaker.bsky.social, join me here and let's learn how to play! youtu.be/bxOL7-PZsSY

Tap 4 is the result of two long time friends who loved games and then decided to make one! Let's learn how to play: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HV3M...

I mostly shop at local indie bookstores, but when I need something quick it isn't unheard of that I'll go to B&N. Sadly, this is the nail in the coffin. Unfortunate, as I have many great memories of hanging out at the local B&N since childhood.

Willing to playtest and offer thoughts? Check in with Henri:

To name a few personal favourites: Lost Expedition, Undaunted, The King Is Dead, Wildlands, War Story, General Orders, Brian Boru. There are several others.

The good news keeps coming!

🏆🙌🏻📣 We are honoured that The Old King’s Crown has won Best Artwork & Presentation at the Golden Geek Awards this year! So many beautiful games were nominated, so it means a lot. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees across the board! 👏🏻

6 reasons why AI sucks: - Theft/plagarism - Rampant misinformation - Destroying the Earth - Making us dumber - Causing paranoid delusions - Encouraging suicide There are 993 more reasons, but I've got a word limit here folks.

It's only a matter of time. I can understand the temptations of using generative AI. The shortcuts you can take. Suddenly being able to visualize ideas instead of spending valuable time with tasks you are not able to do yourself or pay someone to do for you. 🧵...

Co-op titles Fate of the Fellowship, Vantage dominate 20th Golden Geek Awards, Hot Streak scores pair of wins: boardgamewire.com/index.php/20...

Adding some optimism-for-the-future to your timeline:

Take a look at this magnificent cover from @kwanchai.bsky.social and Jina Rueter for my upcoming co-design with @trevormbenjamin.bsky.social: Rebels Against Rebellion, published by Flying Pig Games. This is my first venture into the American Civil War for a game design.

Very proud of this guy! Way to go Henri.

Slightly diminish a book: Wistful Dove

I do try to answer all questions on my videos.

Wizard was my first introduction to trick-taking (well, outside of Hearts). Then Skull King came along and said to Wizard: “hold my beer”. I like them both, and I think a lot of trick taking fans will dig Skull King if they try it. Eric breaks down why you might want to give it a shot:

Throw back to when we ran the UM design contest... Rodney Smith and "Horse Sized Duck" were submissions. And this photo exists.

A game I made in the deepest of despair in 2020 lockdown, as an educator in Texas while the TX govt told us our lives were meaningless and to get back in the classroom despite all health risks. I found solace in game design and nature. And I made this.

Frenzy Falls is available in stores now! @rf-seattle.bsky.social and I co-designed this one. It's a quick and simple game for up to 6 players so I've found it quite easy to get it to the table!

Last year I wanted to rediscover the joy of drawing. It was likely also prompted by an internal desire to pushback in my own way on all the GenAI "art" everywhere. I discovered Scottie and it was exactly what I was looking for. Think you can't draw? I think you can: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qpPx...

Dan had my attention with “Okay, so you’ve fathered/mothered/sea-foamed two half-divine offspring…”

This looks very rad: www.goodgoblet.com/witches And it's "name your own price" - I will be picking this up.

Wow Rodney thank you for the shoutout! If anyone wants to play as a witch getting revenge, the game comes out Tuesday and can get info here www.goodgoblet.com/games

See Cozy Stickerville in action as Nys makes the final decisions on her play through. Fun to see how different towns evolve through the multiple choices each player is forced to make over the course of the game. I'll be looking to see if she put hats on any cats, for example.

Hello #portfolioday! 💛💜❤️🧡 I'm Jacqui, a freelance illustrator in the UK. I work mainly in board games, but looking to try my hand at TCGs, TTRPGs and book covers - so get in touch! Spend an obscene amount of time world-building and writing #Sulbook 💼 jacquidavis.com ✉️ [email protected]

A game so nice, I've uploaded it thrice! Thanks for the assists for what I believe it the final upload. There was a graphic on screen that circled the wrong spot and I wanted to fix. If you watched original, you can restore your view by letting this play again. It helps the health of the video. Thx.

I've played so much of this game that it is a delight to be bringing you a tutorial video. Don't be fooled by the charming art (SO charming) - expect some cutthroat turns and unexpected surprises. Join me here and let's learn how to play Sea Salt & Paper! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lsiw...

Moments like this are confirmation that this re-read of Hellboy (after a long break from it), is going to be fantastic:

New BoardGameWire newsletter! All the board game industry news you need to know, plus designer tips and the latest jobs. Its free! Unless you decide to pay, but you get nothing extra 😂 Can you believe in a couple of weeks BoardGameWire will be THREE years old buttondown.com/boardgamewir...

Very pleased to be sharing the newest game from designers Randy Flynn (@rf-seattle.bsky.social) and Joseph Z Chen (@fanfactories.bsky.social)! Frenzy Falls will have you competing for points as your cards ride the currents - so hang on and let's learn how to play: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwLP...

Calling all artists! 🖌️ We are looking for the Lead Artist for Plotweaver. Starting with a $10,000 commission, this artist would help define the look of Plotweaver through concept art and final illustrations. Learn more by applying today: https://forms.gle/CNdzv7iFMnv2W2re9

Expand your head-to-head game of Santorini into a solo and/or co-op adventure with Riddle of the Sphinx! Never played the original game? No worries, you'll learn everything you need to know to play this new mode from @roxley.bsky.social, right here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xfup...

From the designer of Flip 7 comes Tally Up! Eric Olsen will have you taking your chances with dice as you push your luck to get the best score. Join me here and let's learn how to play: youtu.be/1qnFFhLWGks

I’m helping with academic research about how media creators and audiences interact. If you have 15 minutes, take this short survey and share your perspective. utk.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... Your responses will help researchers better understand how audiences connect with media creators.

Deduce your five secret numbers faster than anyone else and you'll win in this new title by Blue Orange Games, and designer Yoann Levet. Join me here, and let's learn how to play Got Five! www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYyH...

Paralympic curling is fun as heck to watch - this is one of the best shots i've seen. No sweepers, just pure aim!

Last 48 hours to back For the Gods! on Kickstarter! 🔥 www.kickstarter.com/projects/mig...

Did you know the 12 greek gods of For the Gods! are beautifully illustrated by the amazing Katarzyna "Ulvar" Bekus?! ✨ For the Gods! is live for 4 more days on Kickstarter. Back now to get the Limited Edition and a FREE gift! 🎁 👉 www.kickstarter.com/projects/mig...

Hey board gamers - your feelings an opinions about games are being turned into slop. There's a channel called Board Game Critique. All their videos are clearly made with AI. They fess up to this, but they claim that they write their own scripts. I cannot definitively prove that they don't, but 1/x

I've never talked about corks (and cupping and cuppers) so much in a single video. Let's get quirky and learn how to play Qork! youtu.be/FycCQ9r4Wx8

Welp, Print & Play is closing... I’ll post more about it soon, but for now, holler if you have any hot, new job gossip! (I’ve worked full-time in the tabletop industry for 6 years and sure do hope to keep it that way 💁‍♂️.)

I was never a fan of cats. Don't judge me, that's just the way it was. Then I got a cat. Now I love a cat. Would I want over 70 cats? Well, Reiner Knizia found a use for that many cats! Join me here to learn his new game from @luckduckgames.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRsJ...

I love this.

In the latest module for Nature, we're going into the Amazon Rainforest where new wonders (and threats) await! Join me here, and let's learn how to play: www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiY6...

Worker placement and deckbuilding will return in Avengers: Doomsday

I am head-over-heels for Quinn’s Quest. I hope you’ll indulge my enthusiasm as this post runs up against the 3 minute video limit on BlueSky. If you’re intrigued, I encourage you to check out the latest episode here: youtu.be/DI8fUgSdgZg?.... You’ll find @itsquinns.bsky.social here on Bsky too.