The Broken Meeple

The Broken Meeple

The Broken Meeple - a UK Board Games blog and podcast that reports on board and card games. Reviews, Top 5/10 lists, or just anything that's on my mind! One thing is for sure - I don't hold back and will speak my mind! In addition to this podcast I have a YouTube channel that showcases review videos and Top 10 lists. Please feel free to check them out!

  1. Broken Meeple Podcast 137 - Longform vs Shortform

    3 days ago

    Broken Meeple Podcast 137 - Longform vs Shortform

    Broken Meeple Podcast 137 - Longform vs Shortform Content It's been a very emotionally draining couple of weeks for me. Stressful work, a hacked FB account, other personal stuff, lack of time, heatwaves, the UK Expo and lots of unnecessary abuse/pushback on Facebook making that platform seem less and less desirable for board game creator content. But we must push forward and even though I get to spill out my soul for camera in this episode, I still get to talk about my positive experience with SAIL and my not so positive experience with Veiled Fate............which got me a lot of abuse online for not liking it, seriously there are some fragile ego's out there. And some of those tests on our resolve have impacted some of my friends in the industry where I see them get pushback/abuse also. It's unjustified and one of the hot topics is shortform vs longform creation. We prepare longform content and there's reason for that, we are critical reviewers, not quickie overviews. We need the time. And yet apparently that gives the right to people to eviscerate my friends and myself for choosing longer content. Well I have some thoughts to say on the matter so strap in - this will require some restraint! *************************************** SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1 *************************************** Related Content Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI Episode 135 - Golden Geek Awards ► https://youtu.be/HTGiav6wl00 Episode 136 - UKGE Review ► https://youtu.be/eA8Kuwc6mi0 *************************************** Who Am I? One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game. The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure). I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos! *************************************** Timestamps: 00:00 - Channel Updates, Health and Anxiety Issues 12:56 - Sail 17:30 - Veiled Fate 34:00 - Longform vs Shortform Content #brokenmeeple #goldengeek #bgg #ukge #anxiety #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #meeple #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames *************************************** Useful Links Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

    1hr 6min
  2. Broken Meeple Podcast 136 - UK Games Expo 2026 Review

    31 May

    Broken Meeple Podcast 136 - UK Games Expo 2026 Review

    Broken Meeple Podcast 136 - UK Games Expo 2026 Review A full disclosure of everything I was doing at the UK GAMES EXPO 2026! *************************************** SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1 *************************************** Related Content Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI Episode 135 - Golden Geek Awards ► https://youtu.be/HTGiav6wl00 Episode 134 - What Themes Work For You ► https://youtu.be/UnSVAPUz1rY *************************************** Who Am I? One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game. The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure). I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos! *************************************** Timestamps: 00:00 - Channel Updates 08:35 - UKGE 2026 Overview & Press Event 26:09 - One To Really Look Out For 29:42 - Disappointments 44:06 - Hot Selling Craze 47:18 - By Popular Demand 49:00 - Finally Got It Played 55:48 - Better Than I Recall, But . . . 01:05:00 - Games With Future Solid Potential 01:28:40 - Open Gaming #brokenmeeple #goldengeek #bgg #ukge #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #meeple #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames *************************************** Useful Links Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

    1hr 42min
  3. Broken Meeple Podcast 135- Golden Geek Awards & UK Games Expo Preview

    17 May

    Broken Meeple Podcast 135- Golden Geek Awards & UK Games Expo Preview

    Broken Meeple Podcast 135- Golden Geek Awards & UK Games Expo Preview Big bumper episode today! Firstly I talk about another failed year of the Golden Geek awards and then I give some basic tips for attending the UKGE and explain why I'm only attending for two days and not in crazy excitement for any of the games. . . . . . aren't I'm supposed to be bigging it up? *************************************** SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1 *************************************** Related Content Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI Episode 133 - Stat Recording ► https://youtu.be/fe3HWZ0Ypbk Episode 134 - What Themes Work For You ► https://youtu.be/UnSVAPUz1rY *************************************** Who Am I? One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game. The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure). I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos! *************************************** Timestamps: 00:00 - Channel Updates 07:28 - Golden Geek Awards 2026 26:55 - UKGE Preview #brokenmeeple #goldengeek #bgg #ukge #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #meeple #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames *************************************** Useful Links Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

    1hr 16min
  4. Broken Meeple Podcast 134 - What Theme Works For You?

    3 May

    Broken Meeple Podcast 134 - What Theme Works For You?

    Broken Meeple Podcast 134 - What Theme Works For You? After some general updates and my impressions of Helionox - a subpar deck builder that clearly suffers from Kickstarter cardinal sins - I go into what themes work for me and what don't work for me when a game comes into view? *************************************** SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1 *************************************** Related Content Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI Episode 133 - Stat Recording ► https://youtu.be/fe3HWZ0Ypbk Episode 132 - So I Played Speakeasy ► https://youtu.be/PB-AwBTXYv8 *************************************** Who Am I? One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game. The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure). I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos! *************************************** Timestamps: 00:00 - Channel Updates , UKGE, The Future 20:10 - Helionox Impressions 41:00 - Themes Discussion #brokenmeeple #essen #bgg #ukge #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #meeple #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames *************************************** Useful Links Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

    1hr 12min
  5. Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 133 - Stat Recording & Challenges

    19 Apr

    Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 133 - Stat Recording & Challenges

    Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 133 - Stat Recording & Challenges Among gamers there's a trend online and offline of board game challenges and recording stats and plays etc. Which of these have merit and which of these feel like a waste of time? Do I engage in any of these myself? *************************************** SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1 *************************************** Related Content Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI Episode 131 - When Does Player Interaction Become Frustrating? ► https://youtu.be/icXaAEvGW_E Episode 132 - So I Played Speakeasy ► https://youtu.be/PB-AwBTXYv8 *************************************** Who Am I? One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game. The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure). I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos! *************************************** Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Channel Updates 11:18 - UK Games Expo update 18:26 - Doomlings Impressions 23:23 - BG Stats, 10x10 Challenges, What's the Point? #brokenmeeple #essen #bgg #bgstats #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #meeple #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames *************************************** Useful Links Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

    49 min
  6. Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 132 - So I Played Speakeasy. . .

    4 Apr

    Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 132 - So I Played Speakeasy. . .

    Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 132 - So I Played Speakeasy. . . For this special bumper Easter birthday episode, I share my initial first impressions (based on one play so don't kill me) of Speakeasy by Vital Lacerda - does this have the potential to be the best game of 2025/26, or Vital's best design or are the fans maybe speaking a bit too loud and premature? *************************************** SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1 *************************************** Related Content Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI Episode 131 - When Does Player Interaction Become Frustrating? ► https://youtu.be/icXaAEvGW_E Episode 130 - What Makes A Game Truly Replayable? ► https://youtu.be/kzK65R19lbw *************************************** Who Am I? One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game. The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure). I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos! *************************************** Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Channel Updates 11:22 - Speakeasy First Impressions 01:14:25 - Closing Thoughts #brokenmeeple #essen #bgg #speakeasy #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #meeple #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames *************************************** Useful Links Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

    1hr 23min
  7. Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 131 - When Does Player Interaction Become Frustrating?

    22 Mar

    Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 131 - When Does Player Interaction Become Frustrating?

    Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 131 - When Does Player Interaction Become Frustrating? I like player interaction in games.......for the most part. But there can be times when it's more frustrating than a benefit. We need to talk about what is positive, negative, structure and chaotic to really get an idea with some examples. Oh and I'll talk about why Wildcatters is a below average game for me! *************************************** SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1 *************************************** Related Content Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI Episode 129 - Are Modern Games Lacking Personality? ► https://youtu.be/oWito9I5f_Y Episode 130 - What Makes A Game Truly Replayable? ► https://youtu.be/kzK65R19lbw *************************************** Who Am I? One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game. The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure). I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos! *************************************** Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Channel Updates 10:30 - Rant About Toxic Positivity and Perceived Negativity Against Reviewers 13:44 - Buy The Same Token (My New Channel Affiliate) 18:50 - Wildcatters Review 36:40 - When Is Player Interaction Frustrating? #brokenmeeple #essen #bgg #2026 #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #meeple #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames *************************************** Useful Links Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

    1hr 2min
  8. Podcast 130 - What Makes A Game Truly Replayable?

    8 Mar

    Podcast 130 - What Makes A Game Truly Replayable?

    Broken Meeple Podcast - Episode 130 - What Makes A Game Truly Replayable? My throat is a bit iffy today so a shorter episode sorry, but enough time to talk about 2 small trick taker games, some channel highlights and to discuss what truly makes a game replayable? *************************************** SUBSCRIBE ► www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjyHBcq…ub_confirmation=1 *************************************** Related Content Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI Episode 129 - Are Modern Games Lacking Personality? ► https://youtu.be/oWito9I5f_Y Episode 128 - Was I Too Generous? ► https://youtu.be/Jgfi1jMTwHs *************************************** Who Am I? One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game. The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure). I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos! *************************************** Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Channel Updates 11:58 - Recent Industry Shake Ups (this is not the place!) 15:00 - Seven Prophecies 18:30 - Lord of the Rings Trick Taking Game 23:50 - What Makes A Game Replayable? #brokenmeeple #essen #bgg #2026 #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #meeple #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames *************************************** Useful Links Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

    46 min
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About

The Broken Meeple - a UK Board Games blog and podcast that reports on board and card games. Reviews, Top 5/10 lists, or just anything that's on my mind! One thing is for sure - I don't hold back and will speak my mind! In addition to this podcast I have a YouTube channel that showcases review videos and Top 10 lists. Please feel free to check them out!

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  • Creator
    The Broken Meeple
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    262
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
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