The Cardboard Herald

27/12/2022

Want to just listen to the review? Check it out on the podcast channel. Also you can check out the Jaws of the Lion Review here: https://youtu.be/0jYwmUwZ6uc...

15/12/2022

Frosthaven review is up! It takes a lot to improve upon an icon but Cephalofair Games kept the best parts of good ol' Gloomy and built upon it to make something utterly fascinating & new.

Want to just listen to the review? Check it out on the podcast channel. Also you can check out the Jaws of the Lion Review here: https://youtu.be/0jYwmUwZ6uc...

01/08/2022

Ahoy is Greg Loring-Albright & Leder Games' upcoming asymmetric game of piracy & plunder, packing a punch while proving more poppy & accessible than the studio's predecessors. Here's our review: https://youtu.be/RGxyZem_XVE

01/06/2022

2019's Set A Watch was a standout puzzly solo/coop adventure, but even if it doesn't overhaul the game for better or worse,
Rock Manor Games' new standalone expansion Set A Watch: Swords of the Coin is an all-out better game. Here's our review https://youtu.be/z7xnkryahuQ

16/05/2022

Starting the week off right with our review of Kabuto Sumo’s excellent expansion Total Mayhem, which Board Game Tables is launching along with like 10 other expansions on Kickstarter tomorrow.

They really crushed it with this one! https://youtu.be/7v2QuHi5JdY

01/03/2022

Libertalia: Winds of Galecrest by is a masterclass in cardboard necromancy, bringing a beloved but unavailable game back from the dead. Here's our review! https://youtu.be/Y7JT51m66Fk

25/02/2022

There are a lot of beautiful games out there but I thought it was time to codify my favorites in probably the most subjective list ever. Here’s my Top 10 Best Illustrated Board Games. https://youtu.be/mAe-7aWmXAA

22/02/2022

Cartographers is bangin'. We all know that. But man do I love what Heroes and especially the map packs bring to the table. Here's our review of the new standalone (but combinable) remix and the super creative map packs by Thunderworks Games: https://youtu.be/a_sijJZkDTY

07/02/2022

25/01/2022

Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition Collectors Ed is out and I just posted a compare & contrast of the two sets so you can get the right version of Stronghold Games & FryxGames new banger for you.

https://youtu.be/alwDii_4Zdg

22/01/2022

‪I was going for a sorta “…aliens…” vibe on this thumbnail. Oh, and here’s some quick wisdom I just posted as a Five Tribes super fan. https://youtu.be/slgctVMBHls‬

‪Daysofwonder

14/01/2022

It’s the opposite of cycling weather out there but at least we can get our bike on at the table! Just posted our 5 quick strategy tips for Flamme Rouge, an the modern classic by Lautapelit.fi & Stronghold Games.


https://youtu.be/QfQbCsdBWPc

16/12/2021

Just dropped some hot tips for an even hotter game, here’s 5 quick strategy tips anyone can use for Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition by FryxGames & Stronghold Games. https://youtu.be/wkqbrmbkTYI

02/08/2021

00:35 What makes the game so legendary?01:51 Attempted resurrection02:33 Gale Force 9 revival03:12 Game overview04:53 Visual identity06:02 Stripped of lineag...

07/06/2021

New review posted! Decided to do a deep dive to tackle the fascinating & enigmatic tabletop phenomenon that is Oath by .

https://youtu.be/q4mtvldVccY

Decided to do a deep dive on this one, so make liberal use of timestamps if needed:00:00 - Intro00:30 - Background & The Team Behind the Game01:54 - Game Con...

17/04/2021

ICYMI Here's the audio version of my chat with Jennifer Graham-Macht of , running down our top 10 (5 each) greatest inserts that aren'nt PARKS. http://www.cardboardherald.com/podcasts/2021/4/16/top-10-board-game-inserts-casual-friday-ft-jennifer-graham-macht-of-keymaster-games

Jen makes an excellent subject matter expert due to PARKS having the dopest insert ever. Check the vid version here: https://youtu.be/tLnnELnfliA

06/04/2021

So impressed by 2nd edition. I haven't been hooked by a head to head game like this in a LONG time. Pre-orders and an online demo are available on Plaid Hat'...

05/04/2021

Summoner Wars 2nd Edition is the best the game has ever been. Beautiful visuals, fine-tuned rules, killer set of 6 debut decks. Just posted our review of Plaid Hat Games' upcoming Master Set, here: youtu.be/mPb_jI5lV-Y

So impressed by 2nd edition. I haven't been hooked by a head to head game like this in a LONG time. Pre-orders and an online demo are available on Plaid Hat'...

31/03/2021

This was a great conversation!

J. Arthur Ellis is the co/designer of Forgotten Waters, Raxxon and more. It was great to talk to one of the OG Dougs who joined the PHG team, now developing ...

23/03/2021

A thing! And I did it!

I don't think a board game component has ever put a bigger smile on my face than that ankylosaurus.HOT LINKS:Our Site - https://www.cardboardherald.comOur Vi...

10/03/2021

Grab your pickaxe, grab your ducks, grab your void mayonnaise for Krobus, because Stardew Valley: the Board Game by ConcernedApe & Cole Medeiros is here. And I have opinions! https://youtu.be/2RN1TRlOzaA

If you dig the review, do me a solid and spread the word. 🙌

04/03/2021

One of the most delightful surprises to come from 2020. 00:16 - What is this game?01:18 - What makes it cool? - Action Selection03:31 - Action denial04:39 - ...

04/03/2021

Always love tackling a Feld game!00:00 - Brothers and baseline00:45 - How it's played02:18 - Tile rewards & tableau upgrades04:03 - Points, income and invest...

30/01/2021

ICYMI - Kyle Frost and I know the 10 greatest expansions of all time, and now you can get that truth in PODCAST FORM! http://www.cardboardherald.com/podcasts/2021/1/29/10-greatest-expansions-of-all-time-casual-friday-ft-kyle-frost-of-givepause-hobby

Video version here: https://youtu.be/XqBaGBbvIKk Find the sister vid on games we loved at first play here: https://youtu.be/ttlq_N0zWCE 01:30 - Methodology for curating the list 03:25 - Pandemic: In The Lab 05:31 - Champions of Midgard: Dark Mountains & Valhalla 07:47 - Lords of Waterde

21/01/2021

Just dropped our review of Spirit Island: Jagged Earth by & Greater Than Games. And if you guessed more sock puppets then DING DING, you’re a winner. https://youtu.be/rY6ds1swP6k

13/01/2021

Missed our top 10 solo games? Need some hot takes to fuel a beef? Just put the audio version up on our podcast channel here: http://www.cardboardherald.com/podcasts/2021/1/13/tcbhs-top-10-solo-games

Because I know the best games. Also, I know how to spoil the best games so here is the list of my top 10 for your convenience. Originally published as a Casual Friday video here: https://youtu.be/6GCWMI--E7I 01:12 - # 10 - Clans of Caledonia 02:36 - # 09 - Set a Watch 04:33 - # 08 - Everdell 05:

06/01/2021

Missed our top 10 squishy, subjective, sentimental games list? Well now you can listen in podcast form! Check it out here. http://www.cardboardherald.com/podcasts/2021/1/6/tcbhs-top-10-sentimental-games-casual-friday

Holidays are a time to observe the squishy stuff. Here's the top 10 games for reasons beyond what we normally quantify in board games. Originally published as a casual Friday video here: https://youtu.be/PBv5quyBZP4 00:51 - Santorini 02:11 - Dragon Dice 03:51 - 7 Wonders Duel 05:13 - The Lord of

30/12/2020

ICYMI or prefer plugging it direct into your brain, here's my interview with Jess Cassaday, Liz Davidson and Cole Wehrle talking about the an initiative promoting diversity in the world of historical game design. http://www.cardboardherald.com/podcasts/2020/12/30/talking-about-the-zenobia-award-with-jessica-cassaday-liz-davidson-and-cole-wehrle-tcbh-interview

Find out more about the Zenobia Award here: https://zenobiaaward.org. Watch the video version of this interview here: https://youtu.be/UmrC1FdGHZ8 01:04 - What is the Zenobia Award? 03:01 - How'd they get involved 04:47 - Why limit the scope to historical games? 10:50 - Hope to expand the genres

23/12/2020

The Zenobia Award is a rad initiative aiming to promote diversity in the world of historical game design. Here's my chat with board members Jessica Cassaday, Liz Davidson and Cole Wehrle where we talk origins, goals, and early reactions to this dope award.

https://youtu.be/UmrC1FdGHZ8

16/12/2020

ICYMI - Here's the audio version of my chat with & of including a load of details on Root's upcoming expansion and Oath's development. Stick it in your ears, kick back and enjoy! http://www.cardboardherald.com/podcasts/2020/12/16/patrick-leder-amp-cole-wehrle-on-design-development-oath-amp-roots-next-expansion-tcbh-interview

Covered a ton of ground on this one, including a surprising amount of details about Root's upcoming expansion and reflections on Oath, as well as some tidbits on Void Lich & tinkering with Vast 3. Recorded Dec 3rd (the day after my studio flooded), audio version will go on the pod channel De

10/12/2020

New interview day! 🎞

I chat with Patrick & Cole of Leder Games about design & development including loads of details on Oath and the upcoming Root expansion (Badgers? Rats?! Minor factions!!?).

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/bQwrep5_j04

09/12/2020

ICYMI - The audio version of my chat with the wonderful Elizabeth Hargrave is now up on our podcast channel, so you can go on a hike, enjoy some nature, and have us talk about boardgames in your ears. http://www.cardboardherald.com/podcasts/2020/11/23/elizabeth-hargrave-interview

I welcome Elizabeth Hargrave, designer of Mariposas, Tussie Mussie and Kennerspiel winner Wingspan to the show. 01:01 - Getting started in game design 02:39 - How has your life changed since Wingspan's release? 04:53 - Design lessons learned? 06:04 - Success, access and guilt 08:14 - Why use n

03/12/2020

New interview day! 🎬

Here's my chat with Kennerspiel winner Elizabeth Hargrave. We cover a ton of stuff including how life has changed since Wingspan's success, naturalist themes, pitching games, activism and of course, Wingspansions. Check it out here:
https://youtu.be/3ZwdKPFdGUs

01/12/2020

‪I haven’t been this enthusiastic about an expansion in ages! Elizabeth Hargrave & Stonemaier Games’ Oceania elegantly augments the value proposition of old cards, makes engines build quicker, and adds nuance without complication. Here’s the review:‬
‪ https://youtu.be/dx5oLrO-aJA

28/11/2020

When I started TCbH, did I think I'd be interviewing professional comedian Grant Lyon? Nope! But hey, we live in a weird world. We gab about taking games on the road, pitching, promotion and his new game "Curmudgeon" with
25th Century Games. https://youtu.be/TcQgRva9y20

24/11/2020

Just put up our review of Forgotten Waters. This game represents both a culmination of ideals and a brand new beginning for Plaid Hat Games. Lots to say about this delightfully ambitious swashbuckling adventure so check it here: https://youtu.be/4bTFGtCFG7s

12/11/2020

New review day! This time we're deck building in the rootin-tootin-weird-west with The Few & The Cursed by Rock Manor Games. Check it out here - https://youtu.be/qUX1ljRYSRg

10/11/2020

Ever wonder what lurks in the Catacombs? Aron West of Elzra Games comes back on to the show to talk about 10 years of Catacombs and their new game in the series , launching today!

Interview is here: https://youtu.be/ZEYD5FKGIoA

27/10/2020

Root digital by Dire Wolf Digital & Leder Games is a brilliant adaptation, but now it’s out on mobile so here’s my thoughts on the smart phone & tablet implementations: https://youtu.be/ncop0rbzXtw

16/10/2020

ICYMI - Here's our double feature conversational review boogaloo IN PODCAST FORM! http://www.cardboardherald.com/podcasts/2020/10/16/casual-friday-double-feature-review-skytear-amp-gates-of-delirium

John comes back and this time we talk through two games we've recently played together, Skytear & Gates of delirium. But more than that, we talk about the nature of games as hobbies, adapting video game genres, integration of theme, and occult angles. SKYTEAR 00:00 - What is a MOBA? 02:39