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Season 2 Episode 6 - NEGATIVITY
25 februari 2017 · 22 min
A recent misunderstanding occurred on a gaming Facebook group which has now been resolved. However one of the big parts of the situation leading to it was a harsh response to a review I gave which downplayed a highly hyped title of 2016: Great Western Trail. Lees meer
All has thankfully been resolved, however it does raise the issue of how we as gamers respond to negative reviews or feedback on opinions when it comes to the internet. How should we respond and shouldn't be better than flame wars and personal attacks? Here's my two cents on the matter.
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Season 2 Episode 5 - CONVENTIONS
29 januari 2017 · 39 min
Brrrrr, it's cold in January! Sit back, grab a cup of tea and listen to Episode 5 where I talk about my plans for attending upcoming conventions in 2017 including Airecon, UK Games Expo and Essen 2017. Lees meer
After that I'll talk about my recent experience at Handycon 2017, a new convention run by Paul Harris and his team in High Wycombe. How did it go for a first run?
01:00 - Blog and Convention Plans
11:22 - Handycon 2017 -
Season 2 Episode 4 - 2016
7 januari 2017 · 53 min
Happy New Year!! Lees meer
Now for many of us we want to leave 2016 behind, but let's talk about some positives, the board game industry released a ton of new content and even though I think it was a bit of a weak year overall, there were still some gems that came out. Today I'm going to reflect on 2016 as a whole for me and then it's my turn to go over the Top Ten of 2016!
01:05 - Reflection on 2016
14:36 - Top Ten of 2016
50:18 - Conclusion -
Season 2 Episode 3 - EAGLES
21 december 2016 · 32 min
Sorry it's been a while, had some personal issues to deal with lately! But let's talk about happy stuff. . . . mostly. Lees meer
Today it's not all about Xmas, it's instead about Eagle Gryphon Games, where I give you two brand new reviews of some Essen releases from this publisher. Morocco and Continental Divide, one I like, one I hate, have a guess which ones!
01:03 - Introduction (long wait, game room, future video prospects)
09:08 - Morocco Review
16:56 - Continental Divide Review
28:37 - Conclusion -
Season 2 Episode 2 - CO-OPERATION
20 november 2016 · 42 min
My god, so soon after another episode? Well don't get used to weekly podcasts, I'd go nuts trying! But if an interesting topic comes up, I feel the need to speak about it and today it's all about Co-Operative games. Lees meer
Firstly I tackle a debate that's arisen from a couple of gamers I know who tend to like dry, mechanical Euro's and dismiss the Co-Op genre entirely. Why do I love the genre so much? Does their argument hold up? Here's my views on the subject.
Following that given that it's the right subject and it was all the way back to Episode 12 in Season 1 when I did it before, I'll give an updated Top Ten Co-Operative Games list.
01:00 - Discussing The Co-Operative Genre
14:35 - Top Ten Co-Operative Games
38:58 - Conclusion -
Season 2 Episode 1 - REBOOT!!
13 november 2016 · 24 min
Welcome to the official reboot of the Broken Meeple podcast! After 48 episodes plus specials it's time to reboot with my new microphone, new music and new format of shorter, but more frequent podcasts. Therefore I give you Episode 1 of Season 2 and hope you enjoy listening. Lees meer
Today I give some background information on myself for those of you who are new to my podcast and starting anew and then I give my full review of The Networks by Formal Ferret Games.
01:00 - Season 2 and Personal Background
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 48 - A New Voice
5 november 2016 · 55 min
Sorry for the absence, moving house and 3 conventions takes it out of you. But now things are settled, I've moved in, the convention season is over until January and I've got Fridays off work until February, so it's time to catch up! Lees meer
With a new microphone and some new music, it's time to reboot The Broken Meeple, hopefully the new voice quality is to your liking, please provide feedback! As for this episode, today I talk about my new Patreon project to get back into video reviews and I talk in detail about my experience at Essen 2016 and Airecon 3. The people I met, the games I played, tips for newcomers, hidden gems, disappointments, it's all in here!
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 47 - PRE-ESSEN
2 oktober 2016 · 58 min
Essen is right around the corner! Plenty of games coming out, although we don't know as much information as we would like to about most of them! However that won't stop me from talking about a ton of them. After my first impressions I'll belt on about a ton of new games and expansions that I'm interested in plus my Top Ten Anticipated Essen Releases. Lees meer
06:35 - First Impressions (Runebound 3rd Edition)
12:23 - First Impressions (I'm The Boss)
14:58 - First Impressions (Elfenland)
19:13 - My Essen Schedule
23:25 - Interesting Essen Releases
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Broken Meeple Reviews - #9 - Mansions Of Madness 2nd Edition
3 september 2016 · 12 min
A new reboot of the original Mansions of Madness, an entertaining "choose your own adventure" style horror game set in the neverending Cthulhu mythos. Whereas the original was a good game it had a lot of fiddly book-keeping and could be easily broken by the DM if it wasn't set up correctly. This new edition has gone down the technology route and brought in an app to represent 50% of the game. Does it work, let's find out in my review of Mansions of Madness 2nd Edition. Lees meer
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The Broken Meeple - Top 100 -(10 - 1)
26 augustus 2016 · 56 min
WE'RE FINALLY HERE!! This is the Top 10 of the Top 100 - my most favourite games! I'm sure you'll disagree with some and agree with others, that's cool, that's the beauty of these lists, but I hope that this Top 100 has given you some insight into the type of games I like and maybe even given you some ideas as to your next purchasing option. Enjoy!! Lees meer
EDIT - I realise originally there was a 2 minute silence at the end - my apologies, I was pretty rushed. I've now replaced the file with a re-edited, corrected one.
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The Broken Meeple - Top 100 - (20 - 11)
23 augustus 2016 · 43 min
So close now!! So close! 20 more games to go and here I talk to you in great detail about my penultimate 20 through 11. All of these games are ones I adore and we haven't even hit the ultimate Top 10 yet. Hear me rave and rant as we edge ever closer to the finale. Lees meer
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The Broken Meeple - Top 100 - (30 - 21)
20 augustus 2016 · 32 min
3 episodes to go everyone!! 10 games per episode, we are getting into the cream of the crop of board games for me now, I love playing everything from this point, not that I don't like playing anything else on my Top 100, they're all games I highly enjoy. Do you agree with these games, would they make your Top 10, or should they be off this chart entirely? Let me know your feedback! Lees meer
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Broken Meeple Reviews - #8 - Food Chain Magnate
17 augustus 2016 · 11 min
I would have loved to have left this one by the wayside, but noooooo this was one was requested by many who know my views on this and so I had to put a review up for this game, I feel like I'm being punished! It takes a very specific kind of gamer to enjoy something like this..........find out why I can't stand this overpriced Euro from Splotter Games. Lees meer
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The Broken Meeple - Top 100 - (45 - 31)
14 augustus 2016 · 39 min
Continuing with the Top 100 in Part IV with my 45-31 - there are some seriously big titles in this section so let's see if you agree with my thoughts.
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The Broken Meeple - Top 100 - (60 - 46)
9 augustus 2016 · 34 min
And we continue with Part III of VII in my Top 100 - some great games to mention, there has to be at least one you all like!! Lees meer
I apologise in advance though for the slightly softer voice tone throughout - I'm currently in my temporary lodger accommodation and I didn't want to disturb the landlords too much! :P Next time I'll wait for a moment when I've got the house to myself! :D
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The Broken Meeple - Top 100 - (80 - 61)
4 augustus 2016 · 50 min
Continuing on from Part I, I now talk about the next twenty great games on my Top 100! The closer we get to the top half the better the games, are there any on this list you like more or less?
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The Broken Meeple - 2016 Top 100 (100 - 81)
1 augustus 2016 · 43 min
3 years of running the Broken Meeple, wow has it been that long? So much has changed in that time, how I write, how the podcast has developed, how I had to put YouTube on hold, my attendance at conventions and my association with distributors, publishers and The Dice Tower. It's all great fun and I look forward to future times as I try to grow the Broken Meeple and improve it as a service to all of you. Lees meer
Currently I'm in my "temporary transition" period. I'm moving out of my flat on Saturday to short-term accomodation until my future house is fully ready in September. From that point once I'm settled and Essen is over, I'll be looking to crowdfund/Kickstart a new season of podcasts, reviews and with your help, hopefully videos with updated equipment and a new quieter location where I'm not held back by annoying headsets, outside traffic noise and lack of space.
But while I'm in limbo, reviews will still continue on for that period, I've got plenty coming as well as audio reviews from time to time. But as a treat, as I will do every year, to mark the anniversary of the Broken Meeple, I will be giving you my Top 100 Games of all time. Last year it was only 75, from now on it's 100! Throughout August I'll crack on with 7 special episodes showcasing 100 great games starting now with 100 through 81.
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Broken Meeple Reviews - #7 - Scythe
31 juli 2016 · 11 min
One of the most hyped Euro games ever - and to be fair, it's designed by the best Kickstarter publisher out there, Stonemaier Games so it has every right to be. Now I hate it when hype attaches to a game and everyone bases their opinion on hype alone. So it's time I played this game and made up my own mind. Can it possibly live up to the hype and whether it does or not, do I think this is a good game? Lees meer
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Broken Meeple Reviews - #6 - Onitama
17 juli 2016 · 11 min
I used to play Chess for my town in my teenage years so I really enjoy a good abstract game from time to time. It scratches that itch for a duel with no luck involved without having to take 4+ hours like some games I could mention! This is the new release from the Dice Tower Essentials line which has taken the US by storm and is having a similar reception here. So let's find out what's what and whether this is a collection sitter for me. Lees meer
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Broken Meeple Reviews - #5 - Pandemic Legacy
5 juli 2016 · 11 min
Sorry it's been so long - well before I go on my cruise, I'll get some more prepared for you while I'm away! How about that? For starters, let's talk about Pandemic Legacy finally - does this rekindle Pandemic for me after I left the original behind, does it deserve a #1 spot on BGG and is the finite life a downer or nothing to worry about? Lees meer
Also note, for the nit-pickers, the ten minute clock does not include music intros and endings! ;-)
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 46 - Let's Play It Again
2 juli 2016 · 55 min
How many times have you played your favourite games? Well you can find out what games I've played the most in my Top 10 Played Games. Lees meer
On top of that I give my first impressions of We Didn't Playtest This At All and the new changes in the second edition of Pursuit of Happiness and give my reasons for why I departed from the Game of Thrones Second Edition LCG in my "One More Game?" segment.
06:00 - First Impressions (We Didn't Playtest This At All)
09:14 - First Impressions (Pursuit of Happiness 2nd Edition)
16:48 - One More Game? (Game of Thrones LCG 2nd Edition)
28:30 - Top Ten Played Games
50:16 - Conclusion -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 45 - UK Games Expo Review
12 juni 2016 · 1 uur 7 min
So soon after the previous episode? Well I can't preview the Expo and then not review can I? This is my summary of the games I played, the people I met and my Top 10 Experiences from the UK's biggest and best gaming convention! Lees meer
02:01 - UK Games Expo Runthrough
18:34 - Games I Played at the Expo
41:42 - Top 10 Expo Experiences
01:03:28 - Conclusion (Things To Come) -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 44 - UK Expo Preview
1 juni 2016 · 1 uur 6 min
Just in time for you all to enjoy on your travels to the UK Expo this weekend, I cannot wait and I'm sure none of you in the UK can either! On today's show I give my first impressions of Shipyard and Keyflower followed by a discussion on what I'll be doing at the Expo and what you can look forward. Lees meer
And then as a special treat, there is no Top Ten, but rather a personal interview with Henry Jasper, the founder of Grublin Games in Cornwall, UK to talk about his new design "Perfect Crime" being showcased at the Expo.
(Note that the recording was done on 31st May 2016 for timing and that editing multiple Audacity tracks together from Skype is INCREDIBLY DIFFICULT!!)
04:37 - First Impressions - Shipyard
10:12 - First Impressions - Keyflower
19:38 - Discussion (UK Games Expo Preview)
37:25 - Henry Jasper (Grublin Games) Interview
1:03:40 - Conclusion -
Broken Meeple Reviews - #4 - Concordia Review
29 mei 2016 · 11 min
We continue with my audio reviews with Episode 4 - Concordia. Highly praised by those on Facebook and some people I know locally, though not by everyone. And I'm one of those exceptions. Find out why I don't like this game and whether there's anything good to salvage. Lees meer
Also note, the ten minute clock does not include music intros and endings!
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Broken Meeple Reviews - #3 - Kanban Automotive Revolution
10 mei 2016 · 11 min
Episode 3 of my audio reviews continue with Kanban: Automotive Revolution. My first introduction to a Vital Lacerda game, did it scare me off or did it hook me straight away? And can you even physically learn it? Find out more now! Lees meer
Also note, the ten minute clock does not include music intros and endings!
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 43 - Dry As A Bone
1 mei 2016 · 57 min
People say that I only like games that have a strong theme and stay away from Euro's. Well the first part is half right and I actually like a lot of Euro games. So on Episode 43 I'm going to give my Top Ten "Dry" Games, which is a subjective list to say the list, but essentially these are games where the theme is non-existant without being simply an abstract game. There are a lot of games with pasted on themes, but these ones have incredibly thin veils. Lees meer
Prior to that though there's plenty of first impressions including some new titles, Valeria and Thunderbirds as well as an older title, The Adventurers: The Temple of Chac.
And the "One More Game?" segments pays homage to the recent Captain America: Civil War craze by taking a look back at Marvel Legendary - have all the expansions kept it alive and does the setup time get in the way?
00:00 - Tabletop Day & UK Games Expo
06:10 - First Impressions - Valeria: Card Kingdoms
11:36 - First Impressions - Thunderbirds
16:56 - First Impressions - The Adventurers: The Temple of Chac
21:25 - One More Game? - Marvel Legendary
30:15 - Top Ten "Dry" Games
52:37 - Conclusion -
Broken Meeple Reviews - #2 - Nations: Dynasties
12 april 2016 · 11 min
Episode 2 of my audio reviews continue with Nations: Dynasties - this expansion introduces only a few things to the game, but they promise an unbelievable amount of variety. Despite the low price tag, should you still get this expansion? Lees meer
Also note, the ten minute clock does not include music intros and endings!
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 42 - The Ultimate Fantasy Question
31 maart 2016 · 1 uur 3 min
The Ultimate Question? Of Life, The Universe and Everything? No, I mean what defines a "Fantasy" game? In this episode I give my thoughts via my Top Ten Fantasy Board Games - do you agree with my definition and list or do you have your own thoughts? Lees meer
But before that, a word about local board game cafes and StabCon South followed by first impressions including my "half-way" point opinions on Pandemic Legacy (spoiler free).
And the "One More Game?" segment returns for a more regular timescale with my views on whether Smash Up has stood the test of time and many expansions.
00:00 - Board Game Cafe's & StabCon South
08:02 - First Impressions - German Railroads
11:47 - First Impressions - Dungeon Petz
16:01 - First Impressions - Pandemic Legacy (spoiler free)
20:35 - One More Game? - Smash Up
29:08 - Top Ten Fantasy Games
58:47 - Conclusion -
Broken Meeple Reviews - #1 - The Pursuit Of Happiness
20 maart 2016 · 11 min
It's finally happened everyone! This is the pilot episode for my first audio only review designed to supplement not only my main podcast but also my written reviews with something a little different. I get 10 minutes max to review a game and rather than being one that I get as a review copy, these will consist of games that I've acquired myself through my own means whether they be the new hotness or the cult of the old - essentially catching up on reviews I've wanted to do, but never got round to doing. Lees meer
So the pilot episode is kicking off with The Pursuit Of Happiness by Artipia Games, first shown to me at Essen. This is the first edition of the game and does not include the impending changes that are to be present in the second edition of the game. No doubt I will likely revisit this when the game comes out.
Also note, the ten minute clock does not include music intros, endings or in this episode's case, the 1 minute explanation of what the purpose of these reviews are! :-P
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 41 - SORCON 2016
1 maart 2016 · 57 min
Fresh out of SORCON 2016, here is Episode 41! In this special episode (sorry it's a bit late) I go through my experiences at another new convention which I'll be adding to my hot list. What games did I play, what were the players like, what was the venue like? Lees meer
And then to finish off, a list dedicated to the guys who give us the games we love. My Top Ten Board Game Designers!
00:00 - Introduction and Experience At SORCON 2016
09:15 - First Impressions - Samurai
14:56 - First Impressions - Steampunk Rally
19:45 - First Impressions - Raiders of the North Sea
26:12 - Top Ten Game Designers
50:56 - Conclusion -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 40 - Gateway To Gaming
30 januari 2016 · 1 uur 19 min
2016 is upon us and maybe this year will bring us a new wave of friendly people to the board gaming scene. Well to help those people out, this episode is mostly dedicated to gateway games, that is the entry level games that help to bring someone new into the hobby. Lees meer
Kicking off are the first impressions of Trains & Stations and Letters from Whitechapel. Followed by the return of my "One More Game?" segment discussing Catan and then a list I've wanted to do for some time, my Top Ten Gateway Games!
09:00 - First Impressions (Trains & Station)
13:37 - First Impressions (Letters from Whitechapel)
20:11 - One More Game? (Catan)
30:25 - Top Ten Gateway Games
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 39 - Reflection On 2015
23 december 2015 · 1 uur 12 min
Well it's the end of another year and what a year it has been for board gaming. So many good titles this year to talk about and on top of this podcast you can also hear me comment on various games on the Dice Tower 2015 Special. Lees meer
Four first impressions to start things off including Coup G54, Between Two Cities & 504. Then a discussion segment on 2015 as a whole including news stories, trends I've noticed and a few general facts. And then of course, what everyone wants to hear at this time of year, my Top 10 of 2015!
Have a happy Xmas and a great New Year and I will catch you all again in 2016!
07:33 - First Impressions (Coup G54 Rebellion)
10:18 - First Impressions (Patchwork)
13:52 - First Impressions (504)
18:29 - First Impressions (Between Two Cities)23:22 - Discussion (Looking Back At 2015)
37:00 - Top Ten Games Of 2015
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 38 - MidCon & Xmas
28 november 2015 · 1 uur 9 min
Sorry it's taken a while, been a busy month, but here it is! Episode 38! This is an episode of two halves. After returning from MidCon 2015 in Derby where I had a great time, I get to go over all the new games I played during the convention including what went on at the Kniziathon! Lees meer
After that I move on to the upcoming Xmas season and I figured you all want to know what little games you can buy your loved ones. Well here's my personal answer for you represented in my Top Ten Stocking Stuffers - all of them can fit inside a traditional Xmas stocking and all are priced below £15. . . . .hopefully!
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 37 - Post Essen & Demos
24 oktober 2015 · 1 uur 23 min
Well Essen 2015 is over and I had a blast!! I've already reserved my hotel for 2016 and I hope to see you there, maybe with some proper means of identification though! Lees meer
So it's time to talk about it, but I can't do it alone. So for the first time ever on The Broken Meeple, I have guests and not just one, but two! Paul Grogan and Jacob Coon, both demo staff at Essen join me as we discuss the highs and lows of games played and give our feedback on how to effectively demo a board game in this special extended episode!
07:31 - Games Played At Essen (good and bad)
50:38 - How To Effectively Demo A Board Game -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 36 - Gearing Up For Essen!
3 oktober 2015 · 54 min
Essen is just around the corner (literally, took me longer than I hoped to get this episode out!) and I'm excited to be going to it. This will be my first appearance and I've already caused my wallet harm by pre-ordering many games including some big deluxe sets. And there's plenty more to go yet! Lees meer
Join me in Episode 36 where I'll give my first impressions on Voyages of Marco Polo, Red Dragon Inn and Cacao, my Top 10 Games I'm Looking Forward To At Essen and kickstart a new pilot segment that I like to call "One More Game?".
10:05 - First Impressions (Voyages of Marco Polo)
13:26 - First Impressions (Red Dragon Inn)
16:16 - First Impressions (Cacao)
18:47 - One More Game? (Flash Point Fire Rescue)
29:51 - Top Ten (Games I'm Looking Forward To At Essen 2015)
50:48 - Conclusion -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 35 - Top 75 Part III
28 augustus 2015 · 1 uur
You've all been very patient and for that you shall be rewarded! You've hopefully checked out my No 75 through to No 26 of my Top 75 anniversary special. Well now it's finally here! My Top 25 games as of 31 July 2015! Lees meer
These games are just so much fun for me to play and yet recent plays in August show that next year's chart is going to just get better and better!
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 34 - Top 75 Games Part II
16 augustus 2015 · 1 uur 6 min
The 2 year anniversary of The Broken Meeple continues with Part II of the Top 75 Games of All Time! This episode I go through my No 50 to 26 and the games are just getting better and better. Stay tuned for the final 25 games later in August 2015.
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 33 - Top 75 Games Part I
7 augustus 2015 · 1 uur 10 min
August marks the 2 year anniversary of The Broken Meeple! Last year I did my Top Ten, well that's not enough I'm afraid, so instead I'm doing my Top 75 Games Of All Time! I couldn't do 100 reliably, please forgive me! :P This is the first of 3 special August episodes showing off my No 75 to 51! Also featuring a guest advert for Dice Portsmouth who are currently on Kickstarter to open up a new board gaming cafe in Southsea. Lees meer
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 32 - Awards & Disappointments
11 juli 2015 · 1 uur 14 min
So many awards issued out recently and this episode is going to focus on that front. A quick mention of the Spiel Des Jahres winners and then a lengthy discussion of the winners of the Dice Tower Awards and my personal views on them including who I voted for personally on the panel. On top of that I give my first impressions of Colt Express and talk about my Top Ten Disappointing Games. Lees meer
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 31 - UK Games Expo 2015 Special
7 juni 2015 · 1 uur 12 min
It's a special episode today, all devoted to the UK Games Expo 2015. I'll talk about games I played, games I saw, people I met, tips for newcomers and give my Top 5 Moments from my experience this year. Why Top 5? Because I talk in more detail about these ones! Lees meer
Listen out for one of the worst Alien Queen impressions you've ever heard and keep listening at the end where I ask for feedback on what you listeners would like to see from the podcast in the future in terms of content, length and frequency.
04:45 - First Impressions - Mysterium
09:20 - First Impressions - Concordia
14:51 - First Impressions - Samurai Spirit
18:40 - First Impressions - Good Cop Bad Cop
21:12 - Tips For Expo Newcomers
39:58 - Top 5 Games Expo Moments
01:02:08 - Conclusion including Request for Feedback -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 30 - Surprise!
16 mei 2015 · 1 uur 12 min
It's Episode 30 and to balance things out with the negative banter from last week, this is a much more positive episode with my Top Ten Surprising Games. As well as that there is also the news, first impressions and discussion topic as normal. But to celebrate reaching 30 episodes and in theme with this episode, you might notice a rather surprising change of your own.......... Lees meer
08:00 - News
11:00 - First Impressions - Jamaica
16:03 - First Impressions - Lost Legacy: Second Chronicle
22:40 - Discussion - Is Meta-gaming Healthy In Board Games?
33:48 - Top 10 Surprising Games
01:08:04 - Conclusion -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 29 - All Of My Hate!
25 april 2015 · 1 uur 10 min
Despite the title it's not all bad! There's some great news of upcoming releases and first impressions of Shadowrun: Crossfire. However there's also my first impressions of 20th Century and my Top Ten Games I Hate! And of course my discussion segment for the month which covers whether not being able to win a game would affect your enjoyment of it. Lees meer
04:36 - News
10:16 - First Impressions - Shadowrun Crossfire
14:45 - First Impressions - 20th Century
22:13 - Discussion - Does Winning Affect Your Enjoyment?
32:03 - Top 10 Games I Hate
1:05:50 - Wrap Up -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 28 - Bang For Buck
26 maart 2015 · 53 min
Everyone asks me about the cost of my game collection and how much money I spend on games in general, so here's an episode featuring my thoughts on the subject. After I give my first impressions of Arcadia Quest and Pirates! Card Game, I discuss whether board gaming is an expensive hobby and then finish up with my Top Ten Games That Give Bang For Your Buck! Lees meer
05:40 - News
06:54 - First Impressions - Arcadia Quest
12:58 - First Impressions - Pirates! Card Game
17:54 - Discussion - Is Board Gaming Expensive?
31:18 - Top Ten - Bang For Your Buck Games -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 27 - Best Of 2014!
22 februari 2015 · 1 uur 2 min
In today's episode, I finally get round to showing you my Top Ten Games of 2014 and what a list of cool games it is! Aside from there there is the news, my first impressions of some less than decent games and I give out some tips on how to bring your non-gaming spouse into board gaming. Lees meer
5:00 - News
9:15 - First Impression: Betrayal On House On The Hill
14:54 - First Impression: Machi Koro
20:20 - Discussion: Tips For Board Gaming With Your Spouse
33:34 - Top Ten - Top 10 of 2014 -
The Broken Meeple - Episode 26 - Moving Forward
17 januari 2015 · 54 min
Happy New Year! This episode is dedicated to looking forward in 2015! I have big news about a new podcast in trial stage and I have many predictions over what's to come in 2015. Finally I end with my Top 10 Tips for Game Publishers - if only they take note! Lees meer
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 25 - The Xmas Special
23 december 2014 · 40 min
Xmas time is here and even though I'm a bit of a Xmas humbug, I thought I'd tailor this episode to small games. First impressions are the definition of hit and miss with Get Bit and Monopoly Deal Card Game and if you need some last minute gift ideas or something to spend your money on following the holidays, then check out my Top 10 Stocking Stuffer Games. Lees meer
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The Broken Meeple - 24 - The Sci-Fi Episode
27 november 2014 · 58 min
Sorry for the delay, life has been very busy what with my being offered a new job and taking it up! Happy days! Lees meer
But here we have Episode 24, focusing on technology, the future and science. We kick off with some first impressions of Warhammer 40K Conquest and Battle at Kemble's Cascade, then discuss the importance of apps in board games and finally end with my Top 10 Science Fiction Games.
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 23 - Essen 2014
18 oktober 2014 · 51 min
Unfortunately I wasn't able to make Essen 2014, but hey that doesn't mean I can't do an Essen special right? Lees meer
As well as news and first impressions I discuss the common complaint in gaming groups where people use their mobile phones during games and give my Top 10 Anticipated Essen Releases.
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 22 - The Re-Theme
21 september 2014 · 1 uur 2 min
I'm back and to kick start the second year of The Broken Meeple we have a re-theming of the musical interludes! However we also have some changes happening to the way the blog will continue and I'll discuss those here. Lees meer
There's a lot happening in this episode! I give my first impressions of Sons of Anarchy, Dead of Winter, Carcassonne South Seas and The Manhattan Project as well as future gaming news. And then after a quick rant on how gamers over-react to controversial themes in board game, I give my Top 10 Themes/Types in board games.
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The Broken Meeple - Episode 21 - 1 Year Anniversary
17 augustus 2014 · 59 min
It's been a year since The Broken Meeple grew some legs and got going in the board gaming world. Granted there have been some bumps along the way and probably still a few now, but I'm very proud of how things have progressed to date. Lees meer
In this episode, I give my first impressions of Lost Legacy: The Starship and Trains, recall some recent news, discuss how to teach new players how to play games and finally answer the big one: - MY TOP TEN BOARD GAMES!