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In this show, we take a look back at the year 2018 for board gaming!  We discuss the year as a whole, talk about our favorite art in games, our favorite expansion, our favorite reprint, our favorite cooperative game, and more!  We end the show with our top ten games of the year!

Also, Merry Christmas!

Direct download: TDT586-TheDiceTower-Episode586.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:44am PDT

In this episode, we talk about a pile of games, as Mandi talks about her experiences at the Dice Tower Retreat.  We also talk about cleaning up games.  Who's responsible?

Direct download: TDT585-The_Dice_Tower-Episode585.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:48am PDT

In this episode, Tom and Eric take a look at The Pretender, Ya Blew It, Nemesis, The Reckoners, Ceylon, and Solenia.   We also hear Geoff test out the Pop-O-Matic, and answer a pile of questions.  Finally, we end the show talking about our favorite adventure games.  Also, did I mention we were in the same room?

Direct download: TDT584-TheDiceTower-Episode584.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:42am PDT

In this episode, we come to you live from Pax Unplugged 2018.  Not only do Mandi and Suzanne talk about the convention itself, but Tom and Eric invade the show to join in some of the segments!

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Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:42am PDT

In this show, we talk about Lords of Hellas, Underwater Cities, Subatomic, Fireball Island, Just One, and Terraforming Mars: Colonies.  Geoff talks about knitting, and we answer questions about making our collections child-proof and Future Eric.   Finally, we end the show talking about our top ten games that were replaced by other games, yet we kept them for some reason.  Also, we explain the reasons.  

Direct download: TDT582-The_Dice_Tower-Episode582.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:56am PDT

In this show, we talk about Blackout: Hong Kong, Going around the City, Narcos the Board Game, Escape Tales: the Awakening, Duelosaur Island, and Layers.  We also examine the Isle of Skye App, and end the show answering several of your questions!

Direct download: TDT581-The_Dice_Tower-Episode581.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:50am PDT

In this show, we take a look at the new Azul, Lady and the Tiger, Forum Trajanum, Die Legende der Irrlichter,  Majolica, and Billy Kerr.  Geoff also talks about the mega lottery and its effects on gamers, we answer a pile of questions - including what to do with Kingmakers - and end the show with our top ten team vs. team games!

Direct download: TDT580-TheDiceTower-Episode580.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:13am PDT

In this show, Suzanne and Mandi talk about their recent trip to Essen.  Second time in, how did we do?  We also talk about games, like Bloxx!, Moveable Type, Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr, Mesozooic, Wreck Raiders, Patchwork Doodle, and more!

Direct download: TDT579-The_Dice_Tower-Episode579.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 8:13pm PDT

In this episode, recorded live at Essen 2018 (so forgive the audio quality), we talk about some games at the fair, play our annual game show, and take some questions from the audience!

Direct download: TDT578-TheDiceTower-Episode578.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:25am PDT

In this episode, all four hosts show up and talk about one of the biggest gaming events of the year!  First, we talk about last year's show, and where we are on our anticipated games from last year.  We also talk about things we learned about the Spiele convention, and what we plan to do this year.  Finally, we each present our top ten anticipated games of Essen 2018.

Direct download: TDT577-TheDiceTower-Episode577.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:31am PDT

In this episode, we review Dice Settlers, Treasure Island, Echidna Shuffle, Camel Up, Get the MacGuffin, and Star Trek Fluxx.  Geoff talks about Battle Royale, we answer questions about reviewing and designers vs developers, and then we end the show talking about our favorite convention experiences over the last 15 years.

Direct download: TDT576-TheDiceTower-Episode576.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:01am PDT

In this show, Mandi recaps some conventions she's been to, and we talk about Paleolithic, Roll Player, Gizmos, War Chest, Loot, Lost Cities, and 6 Nimmt.  We also answer some questions, do our "One and Done" segment and of course, talk about two truths and a lie!

Direct download: TDT575-TheDiceTower-Episode575.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:03am PDT

Welcome to the Dice Tower!  In this show, we talk about New Found Land, Teotihuacan, Henhouse Havoc, Spirits of the Wild, and Scarabaya, Roll to the Top.  We also learn about mana from Geoff, answer questions about designing games and running events, and end the episode with our top ten relaxing games!

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Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:37am PDT

Recorded at Grand Con 2018, in Grand Rapids Michigan - Eric and Mandi join forces to bring you our latest podcast!

Direct download: TDT573-TheDiceTower-Episode573.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 8:22pm PDT

In this show, we look at the Cryptid, the Brady Bunch Party Game, the expansion to Meeple Circus, Spell Smashers, and Fast Forward: Forture.  We also hear a tale of triumph, answer our last questions (we need more!) and finish up going over our top ten epic games!

Direct download: TDT572-TheDiceTower-Episode572.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:10am PDT

In this show, we talk about Sailing Toward Osiris, Symphony # 9, Spy Club, Gunkimino, Newton, and Escape Extra!  We also take a look at a couple of apps, and go into an extended discussion on victory points, and how they are used in games!  Join us!

Direct download: TDT571-The_Dice_Tower-Episode_571.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:36am PDT

In this show, we simply review a pile of games, including Yellow & Yangtzee, Spy Club, The Hearmees, Dinosaur Tea Party, The Edge: Downfall, Warhammer 40K Dice Masters, Jungli-La, Warhammer Champions, Cat Lady, Ivion, Burning Rome, Lowlands, Rise of Tribes, Symphony # 9, and more!  We also hear from Geoff on GameTek, and answer a few questions!

Direct download: TDT570-TheDiceTower-Episode570.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:39am PDT

Welcome to another show!  In this show we look at some Kickstarters, look beyond the hotness, and delve into the mail bag for questions.  We talk about post-GenCon, a few new games we've been trying out and more!

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Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:03am PDT

First, we talk about Keyforge, Hail Hydra, Pantone, 8-Bit Box, Mint Delivery, and TransEuropa.  Then we talk about our Gen Con 2018 experience, hear a tale of Horror, and answer questions about color, distribution, and basketball.  Finally, we talk about our top ten real-time games - in real time!

Direct download: TDT568-TheDiceTower-Episode568.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 10:37am PDT

It's our live show from Gen Con! Join us for a a little discussion on the show itself, a wealth of game announcements, the announcement of Dice Tower West, and some wacky game shows!  Geoff does a live Game Tek, Alan Moon swings by, and we simply have a lot of fun!

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Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:32am PDT

In this episode, we talk about Thunderstone Quest, Passtally, Harvest, Unfair and its new expansion, Century Spice: Eastern Wonders, and Villainous.  We also discuss a couple board game apps and  go over board game inserts.  Are they worth it, which ones are best...

Direct download: TDT566-The_Dice_Tower-Episode_566.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:19am PDT

In this episode, Tom, Eric, and Mandi try to tell Suzanne just what Gen Con is like.  We also answer a pile of Gen Con specific questions before jumping into the heart of our episode - our top ten most looked-forward-to games!  We also talk about a little of our plans, and we hope to see you there!

Direct download: TDT565-TheDiceTower-Episode565.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:17am PDT

In this show, we talk about Root, Luxor, Ranking, and Quebec!  Two old and two new!  We also answer questions, talk about Dice Tower Con 2018, hear a tale of horror, and hear the solution to the basketball from Geoff.  Finally, we end the show with our top ten games that we personally have enjoyed with our families!

Direct download: TDT564-TheDiceTower-Episode564.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:48am PDT

In this show, all of us show up live at Dice Tower Con 2018 for the annual Dice Tower Awards!  Joined by a host of contributors to the show, we hand out the awards for the best games of 2017!

Direct download: TDT563-TheDiceTower-Episode563.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:05am PDT

In this episode, we talk about some of the new games we picked up at Origins, and Suzanne tries to keep Mandi awake!  We're also on our way to go to Dice Tower Con!

Direct download: TDT562-The_Dice_Tower-Episode_562.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:57am PDT

In this episode, we're back!  To normal, that is - and we run a very normal episode with a very normal advertisement at the very end.  Wait, what?  Anyway, we talk about Rise of Queensdale, the new Exit games, Thanos Rising, Megaland, and Gizmos.  We also listen to Geoff talk about deduction vs induction, answer a pile of questions, and hear a tale of horror!  Finally, we end the show talking about our favorite train games.  Huzzah!!

Direct download: TDT561-TheDiceTower-Episode561.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:21am PDT

So it's our annual live Origins show. (as a side note, we're stuck with their audio system, so that's why things are they way they are.)

We talk about games we played at the convention, including Coimbra and Reef, talk about the convention as a whole, have a game show with Sam Healey and Zee Garcia, and end the show answering a bunch of weird and crazy questions!

Direct download: TDT560-TheDiceTower-Episode560.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:28am PDT

In this episode, we talk about Magic Maze Kids, Boomerang, Kashgar, Pursuit of Happiness: Community, Way of the Panda, and My Little Scythe.  We also talk about the upcoming show Origins 2018!  Mandi and Suzanne go over ten different games they are interested in checking out, and Tom talks about some tips for first timers!

Direct download: TDT559-TheDiceTower-Episode559.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 8:45pm PDT

In this show, Mandi and Eric talk about Council of 4, Junk Orbit, Drop It, Now Boarding, Oh My Goods: Longsdale in Revolt, and Criss Cross.  Geoff talks about calculus, we answer questions, hear a tale of amazement, and then go over our top ten cooperative games!

Direct download: TDT558-TheDiceTower-Episode558.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:56am PDT

In this episode, we go back to our normal programming!  We review The Last Garden, Long Live the Queen, Memoaar, Powerships, Tea Dragon Society, and Prowler's Passage.  We also take a look at the classic games Master's Gallery and Felix/Felicity Cat in the Sack.  There's also app discussion, Kickstarter and a few questions!

Direct download: TDT557-The_Dice_Tower-Episode_557.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 9:49am PDT

In this show, Eric survives a lot to show up and record with Suzanne!  We talk about MetroX, Renegade, Reworld, Pyramids of the Jaguar, Sunset Over Water, and Keyper.  Geoff talks about the limits of AI, and we talk about the Spiel des Jahres nominations!  Finally, we end the show with the top ten games to teach Science!

Direct download: TDT556-TheDiceTower-Episode556.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:04am PDT

In this show, we talk about different games played at the CMON expo, including Council of 4, 13 Clues, Modern Art, and Dragon Castle.  We also discuss overproduced games, game we're going to try to play, and some roll-and-write games!  

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Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:49am PDT

In this show, we talk about Mistborn, Queensdale, Incorporated, Space Base, Pass the Pandas, and Felicity: The Cat in the Sack.  Travis Chance from Kolossal Games comes on and talks about what it's like to start a company from scratch, and we hear another tale of Horror.  Finally, we end the show with our top ten games to teach History!

Direct download: TDT554-TheDiceTower-Episode554.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 6:51am PDT

In this show, we talk about Dr. Beaker, Die Horbies, Drop It, Monster Trap, Stop Thief, and Decrypto.  We also look at some classic games, like High Society and Indigo; and discuss the effect of hype on us as gaming consumers!

Direct download: TDT553-TheDiceTower-Episode553.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:43am PDT

Tom and Mandi record live from a small convention the Gathering of Friends.  We talk about analysis paralysis, Choose Your Own Adventure Games, Pie Town, The Mind, Keyflow, Sunset over Water, Thanos Rising, and more!  Stephen Buonocore crashes the show to help us answer questions, and we finish up with our top ten games to help teach English!

Direct download: TDT552-TheDiceTower-Episode552.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:16am PDT

In this show, we talk a lot about "roll and write" games.  What are they?  Why do we like them?  And most importantly, what are our favorites?  We also talk about Hype and games, and Eric shows up with a question!

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Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:15am PDT

In this episode, we review Oh My Goods, Steamrollers, Dungeon Rush, and Seikatsu.  We dare to disagree with Geoff, interview the always talkative Stephen Buonocore from Stronghold Games, and hear a chilling tale of horror.  Finally, we talk about ten great games to teach math!

Direct download: TDT550-TheDiceTower-Episode550.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:51am PDT

In this show, we talk about Noria, Shipwreck Arcana, Istanbul Dice, the Mind, Shop & Time, and Dragon Castle.  We also talk about a few apps, dummy players in games, and answer some listener questions!

Direct download: TDT_549-The_Dice_Tower-Episode549.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:08am PDT

In this show, we talk about Way of the Panda, Shards of Infinity, Wendake, and Sakura.  We also interview Dawn Studebaker about her experiences working with GAMA and running a local game store.  We continue our discussion (with your input!) about "too many games?" and end the show with our top ten "comeback" games, where you don't know the game's over until the end!

Direct download: TDT548-TheDiceTower-Episode548.mp3
Category:Dice Tower Tonight! -- posted at: 4:45am PDT

In this show, we recap games we saw at recent conventions! We talk about Untold: Adventures Await, Caper, Space Freaks, Prowler's Passage, Clank! the Mummy's Curse, Nimble, Haven, Otys, Nyctophobia, Container, End of the Rail, Songbirds, Suamurai Jack Back to the Past, Keyper, Drop It, The Mind, and Professor Evil and the Citadel of Time.  Whew!

Direct download: TDT547-The_Dice_Tower-Episode_547.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:03am PDT

In this show Eric talks about Doctor Who: Time of the Daleks, Fantastiqa: Rival Realms, and The Willow Game (1988, Tor Books).  We also discuss are there TOO MANY GAMES?  Food when playing games is brought up, questions are answered, and finally we talk about our top ten "cute" games!

Direct download: TDT546-TheDiceTower-Episode546.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 7:59am PDT

In this show, we talk about London, Space Base, Dungeon Draft, Import/Export, Kepler 3042, Edge of Darkness, and Sakura.  We also discuss lending our games to others, have a visit from Eric, and more!

Direct download: TDT545-The_Dice_Tower-Episode_545.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 9:57am PDT

In this show, we talk about Get Off My Land!, Star Wars Clue, Awkward Guests, Noria, Tiki Island, and Vampires of the Night.  We answer questions like why our voices are so slow, games as luxury items, and obnoxious players.  We hear a tale of horror, and then end the show talking about our favorite food-themed games.

Direct download: TDT544-TheDiceTower-Episode544.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:03am PDT

Welcome to the Dice Tower!  In this show we talk about Ancestree, 1846 Race for the Midwest, Castell, Ladder 29, Roar: King of the Pride, and Gentes.  Eric shows up to cause trouble, and we take a look at some classic games like Biblios and Manhattan.  Finally, we end the show talking answering a few questions from listeners, such as board game apps and the "Jones" rule.

Direct download: TDT543-The_Dice_Tower-Episode_543.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:11am PDT

In this episode, we talk about Zombie Tower 3D, Rising Sun!, Vampires & Unicorns, Clank in Space, and Biotix.  Eric talks about games to take to a church game day, Geoff talks about counterfeiting, and we invited Jeff Tidball from Atlas Games to talk about the current state of the hobby!  Finally, we end the show talking about our favorite games with monsters in them!

Direct download: TDT542-TheDiceTower-Episode542.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:48am PDT

In this episode, we talk about Empires of the Void II, Chronicles of Crime, Kerala, Santa Maria, Dinosaur Island, and Indian Summer.  Eric also jumps in for some reason, we talk about Herbalism on Kickstarter, go over a few apps, and finally end the show with a discussion on player counts in board games.

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Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 1:32pm PDT

In this episode, we talk about Lords of Hellas, The Sanctuary, Shaky Manor, FEAR, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Catan VR!  Geoff joins us for some GameTek, Tom gives our convention schedule for 2018, and we answer some questions!  Finally, we end the show with our favorite games from fifteen years ago - 2003!

Direct download: TDT540-TheDiceTower-Episode540.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 6:22am PDT

In this episode, we talk about Legacy of Dragonholt, Dream On!, Heaven and Ale, Blend Coffee Lab, Tybor de Baumeister, and Bunny Kingdom.  We also answer a few questions, take a look at some older games, and more!

Direct download: TDT539-TheDiceTower-Episode539.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 3:16am PDT

In this show, we take a look at Unlock and Exit, You Betcha, Keyper, Azul, Hardback, and Ponzi Scheme.  We also hear a tale of horror (anger?), listen to Geoff's wise words, and finish the show with our top ten games from ten years ago - 2008!

Direct download: TDT538-TheDiceTower-Episode538.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 5:47am PDT

In this episode, we take a look at Magic Maze, Bali, Smile, Brides and Bribes, Deckscape, Harry Potter expansion, and more!  We also take a look at an escape room book, a few apps, and talk about what will be hot and cold (we think!) in 2018.

Direct download: TDT537-TheDiceTower-Episode537.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 4:24am PDT

In this show, we talk about Stuffed Fables, Gaia Project, Majesty for the Realm, Heroes of Land, Air, and Sea, Yokohama, and Grimm Forest!  Tom also introduces our 2018 Kickstarter, starting this Thursday, we listen to a GameTek and a tale of Amazement, and answer several questions.  Finally, we follow our annual tradition of going back five years and revisiting our favorite games from 2013!

Direct download: TDT536-TheDiceTower-Episode536.mp3
Category:The Dice Tower -- posted at: 8:32pm PDT

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