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Play Games, Lose Friends

Play Games, Lose Friends

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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1:46:10

19 - Phil's a Thrill with Phil Walker-Harding

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2022/09/15

Ryan and Ken are joined by the renowned Phil Walker-Harding, designer of such all-time classics as Sushi Go!, Imhotep, and so much more. The guys count down their top five games from his design catalog, and talk a bit about Joey Games, Phil's new sustainable publishing company that focuses on Australian themes. Ken talks about expanding his Kallax collection, and Ryan's been playing Mysterium again after a long hiatus. Ken also got in a game of a new Kickstarter arrival, Flamecraft! Check

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1:30:57

18 - Fulfill Me, Kickstarter

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2022/09/05

Ryan and Ken discuss their top 5 backed games that should be fulfilling soon, and the wait is killing them both. Ark Nova is getting an expansion, and there's fish! And water! And probably different fish! Ken got his first Kallax, Ryan is behaving and keeping the wallet away, and the Reincardnated contest ends soon! Get your entries in ASAP!Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at

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1:30:05

17 - Thanks For Listening to Our Taylor Talk

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2022/08/21

We have a guest! Taylor Doolittle from Doolittle Gaming joins us to talk about his first baby, Reincardnated, and discusses a range of topics about the game and design in general, as well as playtesting and Kickstarter. The guys review the game, and one lucky listener will get a chance to win a copy of Reincardnated as well! Listen to the end of the episode to learn the giveaway details, and good luck to all.Reincardnated - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/300407/reincardnatedOther games

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2:06:26

16 - I See You, Gen Con 2022

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2022/08/07

Now that Gen Con 2022 has come and gone, Ryan and Ken review their top 10 picks from biggest board game expo in the US. The guys review what may refer to as a modern classic in 2019's Wingspan, and Ken continues his spiral into the bargain bins and emerges with some real gems. Ryan discusses some spending regrets with Return to Dark Tower, and we chat about Isle of Cats and Everdell on iOS!Wingspan Return to Dark TowerIsle of CatsGen Con Top 10 ListKenHonorable Mention - The Mirroring of Mary

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1:43:35

15 - You Stole My Titmouse

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2022/07/25

Covid and vacations have delayed us, but we have returned! During Ryan's adventures in Virusville, Ken went shopping for 90% of the games on the eastern seaboard. We get to discuss Meadow in our review and share in it's delights, and also discuss our collective disappointment of Sleeping Gods. Ken talks about the vast amount of gaming he managed to squeeze in during the month of June!Meadow - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/314491/meadowSleeping Gods -

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1:22:11

14 - Krampus Has a Black Sack

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2022/06/12

Ken played games. A LOT of games. Ryan officially bounces off Sleeping Gods. We finally get a four-player Ark Nova game in, and review our first impressions of the hot zoo-builder everyone's talking about. Brian Boru: High King of Ireland also hit the table and we chat about how great it is. Moonrakers get a review, and we almost hit the same scores! Backed/bought list is small, but mighty, with Arcs joining Ryan's Kickstarter list.Moonrakers -

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1:36:10

13 - Cosmic Froggin' with Jim Felli

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2022/05/21

Special guest Jim Felli from Devious Weasel games joins us to discuss game design, Cosmic Frog, and his upcoming two-player game The Mirroring of Mary King! The guys review Cosmic Frog and have quite the backed/bought list. We discuss Cascadia and Reincardnated and get excited for Brian Boru.Devious Weasel Games - https://www.deviousweasel.com/Cosmic Frog - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/295905/cosmic-frogThe Mirroring of Mary King -

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1:45:11

12 - Photo Finish: The Diarrhea Game

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2022/04/23

The guys review Arcadia Quest, a long-standing classic in both collections. Overproduction is discussed, and whether or not its benefitting the hobby in the long run, or hurting it. Ken finally tests some shrink shelf goodies, and Ryan is obsessed with Wyrd's Vagrantsong. An upcoming interview is teased, so check it out!Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow! Hosted on

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1:30:08

11 - 11:11

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2022/04/03

The long-awaited Oath review is finally here! Deeproot Dwellers did not hit their funding goal and Ken is sad. Ryan is the only human being on Earth who did not enjoy Sleeping Gods, but he did love Long Shot: The Dice Game. Ken is about to lose a lot of money to the Unstable Unicorn team, and he's OK with that.Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow! Hosted on Acast

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1:25:59

10 - Don't Hang Games on the Walls

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2022/03/22

Double-digit episodes! So we're not total frauds (or is it too soon to tell?) The boys get their first taste of what it takes to run a zoo in Ark Nova, and gush over Roxley's Radlands. The alchemical magic of Quacks of Quedlinberg takes the review spotlight, Ryan keeps his cell phone too close to the mic, and Ken chats about his latest Kickstarter deliveries!Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at

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1:12:37

9 - Kabula Krazy with Antonio Liga

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2022/03/10

After a long month full of technical and scheduling issues, the guys finally play some Kabula! Two games and some first impressions, as well as a great chat with Kabula lead designer Antonio Liga from Stranger Games Studios.Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:30:06

8 - You Have Player Aides

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2022/01/29

Board game night has resumed! Ken furthers his Ryan Laukat infatuation, and Ryan finally gets his copy of Dice Throne Adventures. Ken illuminates us on the best way to find new games, and the modern classic, War Chest, gets some high scores in the review. Except for the player aides. Not those.Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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1:20:50

7 - Mozart's First Name was William

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2022/01/19

Happy new year! Ryan and Ken played a lot of games over the holiday break and discuss their favorites. The guys take a look at their top five most anticipated games for 2022 (with honorable mentions), and Ryan bounces off of Jaws of the Lion. Res Arcana gets the review treatment, and a small backed/bought list means more cash free for games in 2022!Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter

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1:38:50

6 - Merry PAXmas

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2021/12/28

The boys head to PAX Unplugged, game all weekend, and talk about the experience. Ryan went shopping and Ken's list got skunked. The top five most impactful games of 2021 are covered. Have a wonderful holiday!Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:48:30

5 - Following the Leder with Kyle Ferrin

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2021/12/09

Our first guest! Kyle Ferrin from Leder Games tells us of past, present and future works. We give Oath a little time, and a lot more will come. We talk our PAX Unplugged games we're bringing, and review another Leder Games title, Fort. Ken continues to add expansions he'll never play to his collection. Ryan imitates creepy podcaster voices.Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on

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1:29:33

4 - D&D at the Dollar General

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2021/11/26

Ken learns more about Kabula, and we talk about CMON's 50th. We visit the Nerdhammer boys in Lancaster. A short talk about Ankh and the merge mechanic. Ryan talks Paleo, Ken talks Doodle Dungeon, and a Looterz review happens. We have big news for the next episode!Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:38:29

3 - Enter the Beer Review

Play Games, Lose Friends ·

2021/11/09

Ken plays a classic. We list our top 5 gaming gadgets to make a gamer's life better. We dive into Scythe more than expected, and review Charterstone and our full legacy experience. Ken is pumped for a new Kickstarter project, and we review our beverages of choice!Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:37:49

2 - Sex Appeal of the Insert

Play Games, Lose Friends ·

2021/11/08

We talk about the industry slowdowns due to supply chain issues, and why it might be a good thing for the hobby in general. A rundown of our top 5 family games as of late. We review one of our favorite games of 2020, Nidavellir, and we get the latest from Ken's Kickstarter roundup.Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more episodes, visit us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/playgameslosefriends, or on Twitter at @PGLFShow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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1:31:42

1 - The Bee People Who Shoot Bee Guns

Play Games, Lose Friends ·

2021/11/08

The first episode (with lots of poor editing by Ryan, and Ken lagging throughout)!We introduce ourselves, our backgrounds, and dive into what we've been playing lately. Ryan gets his first play of Ankh: Gods of Egypt. We talk about the games we own that still are shining with cellophane or stuff we are dying to get to the table. A Destinies review may surprise you, and we dive deeper into He-Man lore more than Ryan ever wanted to go.Visit us at http://www.playgameslosefriends.com for more

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