Pass, Play, or Purchase

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Pass, Play, or Purchase

We break down various board games, dice games and more to see who it may be a good fit for. Oh, and of course to decide: is it a game that we'd pass on, play, or purchase!

  1. JAN 20

    Ep 55: Just One

    We're finally back! Join us as we take a look at Just One, a popular party game that exudes simplicity. Will that simplicity make it a pass, play or purchase though?

    12 min

  2. 09/09/2024

    Ep 54: What Makes a Game a Purchase?

    For the first time, we are excited to welcome guests to our podcast! Our friends Bori and Brandon joined us for a conversation about differences in board game tastes and preferences, and what criteria they consider when deciding whether to purchase a board game.

    39 min

  3. 04/09/2024

    Ep 53: Oath: Chronicles of Empire & Exile

    Might is right in this unconventional board game by the designer who created Root. Whether you choose to be the Chancellor ruling with an iron fist or an Exile striving toward your own Vision, Oath challenges players with its variable goals and ever-shifting map, creating an unusual and fantastical area-control epic. If you like this board game review, give us a rating. We appreciate the support!

    29 min

  4. 12/05/2023

    Ep 52: Trick-taking with Schrödinger's cats may be the ideal gateway game

    Learn to play quantum trick-taking in Cat in the Box and hear our summary of how this board game packs a punch in a small box.

    14 min

  5. 11/07/2023

    Ep 51: The Séance Game That's Perfect For Group Winning

    Have you ever wondered what it would be like to receive visions from the other side? The board game Mysterium offers 1-6 psychics the opportunity to cooperate with another player in the role of a ghost to solve a murder mystery. While you're working to identify the culprit, location and weapon, that's where the similarities to Clue end. See photos on our Instagram @passplaypurchase and X (formerly known as Twitter) @passplayorpurch.

    17 min

  6. 10/10/2023

    Ep 50: Tales of the Arabian Nights

    We made it to Episode 50! Join us as we tell a tale about Tales of the Arabian Nights. Like with any adventure we have some goofs along the way, but ultimately come to a conclusion as to whether or not this "legendary" story game lives up to the promise. As always, join us on X (here), or our Instagram for more of our boardgaming adventures!

    29 min

  7. 09/05/2023

    Episode 49: Fort + Cats & Dogs Expansion

    We're finally back! We go back to being kids and seeing who can build the best Fort (Leder Games style)! Join us as Kevin struggles with how much is ok to spend on a game and expansion and Liane makes a case for animals. And as always, join us on X (formerly known as Twitter), Instagram, and Threads!

    19 min

  8. 07/04/2023

    Ep 48: Steam Up: A Feast of Dim Sum

    This 2023 Kickstarter board game sets up 2-5 players for a lively 40-60 minutes of competitive dumpling set collection as Chinese zodiac animals. Hungry yet?! Kevin and Liane give a quick synposis and deliver their rating as to whether this game is a Pass, a Play, or a Purchase.

    22 min
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We break down various board games, dice games and more to see who it may be a good fit for. Oh, and of course to decide: is it a game that we'd pass on, play, or purchase!

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  • Creator
    Kevin & Liane
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 253117
  • Show Website
    Pass, Play, or Purchase

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