Operation Game Night

Need some board game suggestions to onboard your friends and family to the gaming hobby? Want to show them just how deep the rabbit hole can go? Join Jared, Clayton, and Travis in our latest episode as they share their top 3 gateway games. This episode is so hot we may have to pop our top off for this one!Ever scored a board game gem for just $10? Clayton reveals his incredible finds at a sidewalk sale and swap night, including Summoner Wars, Rising Sun, and Smartphone Mobile Markets. We dive...

What happens when you combine a confidence-boosting chain, a backwards cap, and a pair of lederhosen? You get our latest episode of Operation Game Night! Jared Erickson returns from Utah retreat with tales of "Spots," a dice-rolling game that captivated everyone from groomsmen to kids. Meanwhile, Clay introduces Knarr an engine-building game he stumbled upon, which he believes could give Splendor a run for its money. .Curious about the latest board game sensations? We've got you covered. Firs...

Got the urge to collect board games at every turn? Feel a completionist mentality when faced with an onslaught of expansions for your favorite games? Ever feel the unique pressure of managing a physical board game collection? Get ready to uncover the joys and challenges on this episode of Operation Game Night. We kick things off by exploring the tangible presence and financial investment of owning board games, and how these factors shape our gaming experiences compared to digital collections....

What happens when you combine zany humor, international shoutouts, and a deep dive into the world of board games? You get another thrilling episode of the Operation Game Night Podcast! This week, we give a special nod to our listeners from Washington D.C. and Lucknow, India, before jokingly considering a podcast pivot to Indian culture. Join us as we discuss the intricate world of animal-themed board games, starting with the innovative Skyrise. Picture players building structures on floa...

What happens when three board game enthusiasts decide to launch their very own podcast? Join us as we navigate the exhilarating chaos of starting the Operation Game Night podcast! From setting up recording equipment to brainstorming names like "Cardboard 720," this episode is filled with the excitement, technical hiccups, and hilarious parenting anecdotes that shape our adventure. We share our motivations and the camaraderie that fuels our passion for connecting with fellow board game lovers....