Play Games, Lose Friends

Play Games, Lose Friends
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What happens when two competitive board gamers share their hobby with the world? Join Ken and Ryan to find out, as they play, discuss, and review a wide range of different games and the hobby in general. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 58 - Summertime and the Gaming's Easy

    06/27/2025

    58 - Summertime and the Gaming's Easy

    The temperature is getting hotter outside, and it's heating up in the game room as the guys square off against two worthy opponents in Guards of Atlantis II. Ken introduces Ryan to Alibis, and they finally, FINALLY get to play Abyss. Some older classics are revisited including Fort, Ark Nova and War Chest. Ryan and Ken both fall in love with Rebel Princess. Games Discussed AbyssStartupsGuard of Atlantis IIAlibisArk NovaFortRebel PrincessWar ChestDoomlings Visit us at https://shows.acast.com/playgameslosefriends for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow. Please subscribe for more episodes, and leave us a review if you like the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 22m
  2. 57 - Winter Playing, Spring Shopping

    04/19/2025

    57 - Winter Playing, Spring Shopping

    The guys chat about a huge list of played games, from Root to Doomlings to Finspan! Ryan's got a short update on the status of The Old King's Crown campaign, and Ken shares his healthy haul of spring shopping for new and old games alike. Games Discussed River of Gold Viticulture Root Pandemic Legacy: Season 0 Distilled Vagrantsong Doomlings Finspan Altered The Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle Earth Res Arcana Duo Splendor Duel Chu Han The Gang Marvel Champions: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Visit us at https://shows.acast.com/playgameslosefriends for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow. Please subscribe for more episodes, and leave us a review if you like the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 23m
  3. 56 - Back in the Saddle

    03/22/2025

    56 - Back in the Saddle

    The boys are back and Ryan's basement is nearly complete, so the recording can resume regularly, and the unveiling of Ken's animatronic nightmare game parlor took place! Plenty of new titles were tried, including Altay: Dawn of Civilization, Nocturne, Orchicalcum and more! Listen in to hear what Ken and Ryan thought, including some winners, some losers, and some that really intrigued them. Games Discussed Harvest Pixies Wrath of Fire Mountain AI: 100% Human Skull Orichalcum Altay: Dawn of Civilization War Chest: Nightfall Nocturne The Vale of Eternity: Artifacts Visit us at https://shows.acast.com/playgameslosefriends for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow. Please subscribe for more episodes, and leave us a review if you like the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 28m
  4. 55 - New Year, More Games

    01/12/2025

    55 - New Year, More Games

    Ryan and Ken kicked off 2025 with a slew of games, some old and some new! The guys cover Ra and Arcs in greater detail, and pick apart a few new titles (to them) that they played on two separate occasions with their partners. Ken's youngest continues to enjoy discovering gaming with Dad, and Ryan's excited to show Ken just how good River of Gold is. Games Discussed Ra Arcs Spellbook River Valley Glassworks Murray the A**hole Frog Harmonies Yak Abandon All Artichokes Reef Flip 7 Garden Variety Agent Avenue River of Gold Visit us at https://shows.acast.com/playgameslosefriends for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow. Please subscribe for more episodes, and leave us a review if you like the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 38m
  5. 54 - PAX U '24 Recap

    12/21/2024

    54 - PAX U '24 Recap

    It's that time of year again! PAX Unplugged 2024 came and went, and Ryan and Ken share their thoughts on the show, some silly statistics, and recount TWENTY different games played, many of which were new experiences for the group! There were a whole lot of trick takers, some heavy strategy games, and a new tactical masterpiece. Listen in and learn what might be on your holiday shopping list for next year! Games Discussed Ark Nova Arcs Fishing Kansas City: The Trick Taking Game Yokai Septet Small Islands Harvest River of Gold 6 Forces Prey Sandbags Forest Shuffle Magic Trick Flip7 Rafter 5 Castle Combo Ra Viticulture Rainbow Visit us at https://shows.acast.com/playgameslosefriends for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow. Please subscribe for more episodes, and leave us a review if you like the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 44m
  6. 53 - Big Fun in Small Boxes

    09/28/2024

    53 - Big Fun in Small Boxes

    Ken and Ryan give a slew of first impressions for a bunch of small-box games they've picked up and played in the last few months, and there are a couple favorites in the bunch. Ryan's absolutely hooked on Dune: Imperium's digital implementation (including the new Rise of Ix expansion) and Ken continues to place in the top of his Lorcana league. The guys also highlight their top five releases that are at Essen Spiel this year and Ken continues to amass more and more to his already massive collection! Games Discussed Dune: Imperium - Rise of Ix Knarr Faraway The Vale of Eternity Pikit Aggretsuko: Work/Rage Balance Visit us at https://shows.acast.com/playgameslosefriends for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow. Please subscribe for more episodes, and leave us a review if you like the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 21m
  7. 52 - Dunes & Deltas

    09/16/2024

    52 - Dunes & Deltas

    After putting it off for far too long, the guys finally play Dune: Imperium and kick themselves for not trying it sooner. Ken shares Delta with the game group, a crowdfunded hand and resource management title from 2023, and the guys share their first impressions. Ryan's Tichu redemption arc starts, and Ken informs on the fact that they may not have been playing by the rules at all! Some interesting purchases are discussed in the backed/bought section, including some impressive discount finds by Ken, and a certain hype-train title that Ryan just couldn't ignore any longer. Games Discussed Dune: Imperium Delta Tichu Visit us at https://shows.acast.com/playgameslosefriends for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow. Please subscribe for more episodes, and leave us a review if you like the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 26m
  8. 51 - Good Day, Great Day, Game Day

    09/15/2024

    51 - Good Day, Great Day, Game Day

    Ken, Ryan, and the rest of their game group pulled off a game day with five new titles! Ryan was chewing his nails in a close race of Thunder Road: Vendetta, while Ken experienced a Marvel Villainous game he didn't quite bargain for. Ryan was also happy to get Distilled to the table, while Ken introduced the group to an all-time classic trick taker in Tichu. Many beers and Ham Slammies were consumed, and much fun was had. Listen to hear the tale! Games Discussed Thunder Road: Vendetta Power Plants Marvel Villainous Distilled Tichu Visit us at https://shows.acast.com/playgameslosefriends for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow. Please subscribe for more episodes, and leave us a review if you like the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 31m
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What happens when two competitive board gamers share their hobby with the world? Join Ken and Ryan to find out, as they play, discuss, and review a wide range of different games and the hobby in general. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Play Games, Lose Friends
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Play Games, Lose Friends
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