Hidden Gems: A Board Game Podcast Chris Alley, Cameron Lockey & Jason Yanchuleff

Send us a Text Message.Will the supply of game designs from Reiner Knizia ever run out? It's doubtful, so the guys have much more exploring to do of the designer's epic catalog. We bring you part IV of that exploration. Will we find more gems? Or are these games lesser-known for a reason? They can't all be good... right? Find out on this episode with your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff.FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter00:33:17 F.I.T.S.00:57:49 Zombiegeddon01:27:13 Qi...

Send us a Text Message.Chris is back from Asia, so what better way to welcome him back to the crew than covering 3 possible gems from Asian designers? Find out how they fare along with the latest banter topics on this episode with your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff.FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter00:37:13 Chronicle01:00:55 Dadaocheng (2nd Edition)01:28:58 Airship CityMUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Chronicle: “We Are Giants”, Silver MapleDadaocheng: “...

Send us a Text Message.While the cat's away... Chris is traveling the globe this episode, so Jason has free reign over the game selections. Will his recent streak of mediocre contributions to the gem lineup continue? Or will digging deep into the library produce some new favorites? Join Jason Yanchuleff, Bill Arney and newcomer Ken Cantrell as they investigate 3 more possible gems.FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter00:25:11 Feudality00:57:03 Campanile01:20:50 QuebecMUSIC (courtesy of http...

Send us a Text Message.Fantasy is a theme that has exploded into popularity in the past 30 years or so. It has had an impact on books, movies, TV, video games, and not least, board games. In this episode of Hidden Gems, your hosts Chris Alley, Bill Arney, and Cameron Lockey celebrate their enjoyment of the genre and review three fantasy-themed games.FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter00:46:38 Gargon01:13:52 Lost Legends01:53:55 DragonstrikeMUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):Gar...

Send us a Text Message.What is it about Stefan Feld that keeps us coming back for more? In this latest episode pulled from some lesser known titles of his vast catalog, join your regular hosts Chris Alley and Jason Yanchuleff as they welcome guest host Daniel Wahlen of The Game Table to chat about a new crop of 3 potential gems.FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter00:33:02 Roma00:59:01 Pillars of the Earth: Builder's Duel01:32:33 Forum TrajanumMUSIC (courtesy of https://epidemicsound.com):R...

Send us a Text Message.Make sure your seat backs and tray tables are in their upright positions before you fly the friendly skies with the Hidden Gems crew of Chris Alley, Bill Arney and Jason Yanchuleff as they soar through a new trio of games. Will the guys first attempt at the "two-and-a-new" format fly or end up grounded? Find out if any new gems are to be had on this latest, airline-themed episode.FEATURED GAMES:00:00 Intro & Banter00:41:45 Blue Skies01:13:14 Jet Set01:40:29 Sky Team...