Star Realms: Frontiers. Deck building, Sci-fi theme, with 1-4 players and co-op mode in a small box and a reasonable price tag?!? Look, I don’t love the art but really appreciate this little game. We fit in a quick co-op game against the Blob invasion. #boardgames

A couple of games into SETI by Czech Games Edition. There’s a ton of hype about this game but so far I haven’t been that impressed. Resources are very tight, which heavily constrains your choices. Sure, the board spins, but it seems more like a gimic than not. So far, I’d give it a 6/10. #boardgames

It’s been a very long time since I broke out Tiny Epic Galaxies. There’s a dized app that helped my tired brain remember how to play it (normally I’d read the manuel). It’s definitely not the deepest game I have but it’s an enjoyable efficiency puzzle and the solo bot has to be managed. #boardgames

When Expeditions, the follow-up to Scythe, was released, I was hugely disappointed. As it turns out, I wanted something similar to Vantage. In fact, I love Vantage. Going back to Expeditions as dry, efficiency puzzle it is has improved my outlook. I don’t love it, but I understand it. #boardgames

I have a fever, and the only cure is more Cowbell! Or, Great Western Trail. I’m not very skilled at the game but have always appreciated my plays of it. #boardgames

I spent some time this new year season playing the mobile app of Terraforming Mars. I have always struggled with this game but thoroughly enjoyed it. I decided to play through some games of Ares Expedition. I had never beaten the base solo game, until today. Finally! #boardgames

Hot dang! #boardgames

Nothing brings out the holiday spirit like obliterating some friends as part of a game of Dune Imperium by @direwolfdigital.bsky.social . It is one of my favorite games of all time and we had a great time. #boardgames

Another solo game of Civolution. The graphic design, player guides and manual are excellent. It also uses the general octagon pieces, like La Granja, to represent almost any supply or items. I have really enjoyed my plays with this sandbox game. #boardgames

Civolution reminds me a lot of A Feast for Odin but I like the theme a bit more. However, I’m really spinning my wheels on this solo game. Tried to focus on building but only recently found any building grounds. #boardgames

Another game of Spots, a press your luck dice game from @cmyk.games with interesting options and choices. It’s become a favorite.

A 4-player game of Spirit Island. I really appreciate how much variability there is in the game. It allows you to adjust the game to your exact taste. Thematic boards, scenarios, different island arrangements, specific invaders…one of the best cooperative games out there. #boardgames

Aeon’s End, one of my favorite deck building games, ported the iPad app over to iPhone by @handelabra.com If you purchased the iPad version, it’s free on your phone, which is a pleasant surprise. I particularly like the Expedition Mode from the New Age expansion. #boardgames

I’m not much of a fan of campaigns but I am really enjoying Earthborne Rangers from @earthbornegames.bsky.social. I was finally able to get to some of the new locations from the Spire in Bloom expansion. I got hassled by some obnoxious peddlers and then bothered by some crows. #boardgames

Got clobbered by the solo bot in a game of Carson City. A worker placement game where you can have shootouts for spots and steal your opponents income. It’s very different but much better at multiplayer. #solosunday #boardgames

We finally got around to playing the trick-taking game, Rebel Princess, by @beziergames.bsky.social. Each round has unique rules and each player has a distinct princess character with asymmetric abilities. The goal: don’t win princes. I need more plays to work out a strategy.

Spots is an adorable press your luck dice game from CMYK games. Don’t take it very seriously, and you’ll have a good time. #boardgames

All this setup just for a solo game of Endless Winter: Paleoamericans. The solo is rather easy but can be scaled up. Lots of modules to add or remove. It hasn’t hit the table in a while so here we are. #boardgames #soloboardgaming

I finally got to open the spoiler pack in Vantage. That is not what I was expecting. Such an interesting game. I have truly enjoyed every single play of it. Thanks @stonemaiergames.com for creating such an fantastic experience. #boardgames

Another solo game of grove by Mark Tuck. A rare win for me in this compact and quick solo game. For some reason, I’m hungry for citrus now. #boardgames

This is going to take a while but I’m excited to learn Red Dust Rebellion by @gmtgames.bsky.social and J. from @3mbg.bsky.social. It’s been sitting unplayed for too long; now is the time. What unplayed games do you have sitting around?

I almost never play 2-player board games, so I have largely ignored/missed all the duel games. However, picked up Lords of the Rinds:Duel for Middle Earth. I really enjoy the multiple methods for winning and the light rules overhead. It’s a winner. #boardgames

Chits everywhere! My first game of Space Empires 4X by @gmtgames.bsky.social. The rules are very procedural and fairly straightforward. I haven’t had this much fun filling out a table (economic phase) in a long time. #boardgames

Grey Fox Games va a desarrollar un juego de mesa sobre Vampire Survivor, que es el fentanilo de los videojuegos, te absorbe la vida cuando lo pruebas. Mucha curiosidad de cómo lo plantean #boardgames #juegosdemesa

Oof. I don’t think I get how to play Serpent Slumbering Beneath the Island. Spirit Island will always be one of my favorites though. #boardgames

Devir’s response to the Ace of Spades debacle was a good example of how to quickly admit fault and rectify a problem. It also reminded me that I needed to give The White Castle another chance. Played solo against the fan-made Gingkogawa bot. I enjoyed it much more this time around. #boardgames

I’m being hypocritical here. I was just complaining about overly deluxe components but I do love metal coins. The coins for Vantage are amazing and I’ll use for all sci-fi games. However, the metal coins for Carson City are phenomenal.

My kids asked us to take #Flamecraft on vacation and then didn’t want to play. Fine. Solo mode it is. #Boardgames

Why not? I have enjoyed all ofthese games…except Uno. Darn children.

Cada partida de Vantage de @stonemaiergames.com es completamente diferente. En una, pasé el tiempo explorando montañas nevadas. En la siguiente, exploré las cuevas. ¡Qué juego tan encantador! #juegosdemesa #boardgames

Vantage by @stonemaiergames.com has been very enjoyable. I don’t like campaign games so the ability to explore the world through small one-off encounters is favorable. This picture is from the end of my longest game so far. Games have ranged from 15 to 90 minutes so far (solo) #boardgames

Quiz time: Here is a bag of cardboard pieces from games where I upgraded the components. Which games can you identify? I don’t feel good about seeing this. #boardgames

2nd printing of Earthborne Rangers is here. I don’t think that it’s possible to fail at petting a dog in real life, but apparently my Ranger has some real issues…. #boardgames

I think the deluxe version of Andromeda’s Edge pushed me over the edge with too many ridiculously overdone components. I have more recently been enjoying simple component games with great gameplay. A solo game of La Granja today (non-deluxe version). #boardgames #soloboardgaming

I’m generally not a fan of “cute” games and especially not “cozy” games but I do enjoy Flamecraft every once in a while. I think it’s much deeper gameplay than I give it credit for. #boardgames

Grove remains one of my most played solo games. I’m not very good at it most of the time but I always enjoy it. #Boardgames

A very interesting push and pull card game with a sumo theme, Slambo is quite delightful. #boardgames

Was able to squeeze in a game of Naturopolis in a courtyard, while on travel. I lost as usual. Always a pleasant time. @buttonshy.bsky.social #boardgames

Playing Unmatched by @restorationgames.bsky.social with my daughter. It’s a little too complicated for her so I play my cards face up and then she works out which of her cards is the best counter. She destroyed me. #boardgames #juegosdemesa

Let’s see if I can hold the line against this horde of monsters, in Siege of Valeria. Solo Saturday. @dailymagicgames.bsky.social #boardgames

Finally made it through a complete game of Inventors of the South Tigris. I ended up resetting it a couple of times due to mistakes. I found that the research and boat actions the most confusing part, by far. #boardgames

For a long time I’ve heard about a wonderful solo game, Siege of Valeria from @dailymagicgames.bsky.social I know a lot of companies and people are struggling right now, so I hope it helps them out. I am really look forward to it. #boardgaming

Okay, brain: last time we went to the game store we bought another heavy euro. We can’t do that again. Understand? 2 hours later… @garphillgames.bsky.social #boardgames

Another solo game of Paladins of the West Kingdom. The central board is so long, that I tend to focus on the actions that are most related to the cards in front of me. Changed my seat to be in front of the townspeople and had a very different game. @garphillgames.bsky.social #boardgames

Doom Machine has the same feeling of trying to stem the tide of being overrun that Pandemic or Spirit Island offer but in 10 minutes. Apropos to everything else going on these days. Wonderful travel game. #boardgames

Good old Paladins of the West Kingdom. I still am shaky on the expansion but appreciate that the base game requires both strategy and tactics. @garphillgames.bsky.social #boardgames

4-player Slay the Spire! Had no problem with the teach with friends who already know deck building. I really enjoy the board game for the co-op experience. #boardgames

More hotel room board gaming. Lots of gaming in a tiny package: Love Letter. #boardgames

This is a toad. #cockroachpoker #boardgames

Which is your favorite color songbird? Normally you pick at the end of a game of Songbirds, but I root for one at the beginning anyway