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Twenty Minute Tabletop

Twenty Minute Tabletop

Join Tom & Kev on a podcast exploring the joy and wonders of all things tabletop board, card and miniatures games. New episodes every Tuesday.Gaming Accessories:Tabletop Upgrades Gaming Accessories : https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk/https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9Patreon:Twenty Minute Tabletop | Tom and Kev | PatreonLinks:➡️ Website➞ https://www.tabletopupgrades.co.uk📺 YouTube ➞ https://youtube.com/tabletopupgrades📷 Instagram ➞ https://www.instagram.com/twenty.minute.tabletop/📽️

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22:56

#43- Blood Rage and Rising Sun - Part One

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/12/10

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesWelcome back to Twenty Minute Tabletop! Join host Tom and guests Neil and Matt as they dive into the epic world of Blood Rage and Rising Sun. Designed by Eric Lang, both games offer thrilling experiences with distinct strategies. In this episode, the team explores the Viking glory of Blood Rage, dissecting its unique mechanics, card drafting, and balanced gameplay. They also touch on the fascinating history of CMON and its links to dating sites. Make

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26:56

#42 - Little Alchemists with Tom and Kev!

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/12/03

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesin this episode of 20 Minute Tabletop, hosts Tom and Kev reunite to discuss the newly released board game 'Little Alchemists' by Czech Games Edition. They dive into the game's unique interplay between app and cardboard components, and how it brilliantly caters to both children and adults. The conversation also touches on the broader landscape of board gaming for kids, personal reflections on gaming with children, and a variety of other topics,

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21:36

#41 - Tom's Guilt Shelf - Terra Mystica, Gloomhaven...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/11/26

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23:04

#40 - Fighting Fantasy, Arkham Horror LCG & Spire’s...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/11/19

Join our delve through the history of interactive fiction in games design from the 1930’s all the way to present day titles like The Darkness over Arkham, via Fighting Fantasy and the excellent Spire’s End Series.Links relevant to this Podcast:Consider the Consquences! https://geetheriot.itch.io/Spires End https://www.spiresend.com/Join our Patreon & get Fold-Flat Wargame Terrain! https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesHey! Why not join our DISCORD - come and say

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19:32

#39 - Games to only experience once? Betrayal at...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/11/12

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' host Tom discusses three board games that offer memorable experiences but are not necessarily keepers for long-term collections. He reviews 'Betrayal at House on the Hill,' highlighting its immersive haunted house exploration but critiquing its mid-game rule complexity and player elimination. 'Cash 'n Guns' is praised for its quick, entertaining rounds with foam gun standoffs, providing laughs and a

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27:43

#38 - A Return to Arkham Horror LCG

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/11/05

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of the Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, the hosts delve into the complexities of Arkham Horror: The Living Card Game from the viewpoint of a new player. They discuss the game's intimidating entry barriers, such as numerous expansions and high costs, and provide insights on how to effectively get started. Key advice includes beginning with the second edition Core Set, exploring standalone expansions, and strategies for game organization

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37:21

#37 - Halloween Community Special!

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/10/29

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this special Halloween-themed episode of the 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, hosts Kev and Tom, along with various contributors from the board gaming community, share and discuss their favourite Halloween-themed board games. Featured games include 'Gloom,' 'Hit Z Road,' 'Monster Crunch: The Breakfast Battle,' 'Abomination: Heir of Frankenstein,' 'Dead of Winter,' 'Mansions of Madness 2nd Edition,' and 'Hive.' The episode includes personal

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26:39

#36 - Captain Sonar, Magic Maze and real time gaming!

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/10/21

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, Tom brings guest host Neil back dive into the intriguing world of real-time board games, focusing on 'Captain Sonar' and 'Magic Maze'. They share enthusiasm for recent popular games like 'Seti' and 'Undaunted' discussed previously in the UK Games Expo podcast. The central discussion illuminates 'Captain Sonar', exploring its gameplay mechanics, roles such as the captain, first mate, and engineer, and how it fares

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23:16

#35 - Wargaming without miniatures part one -...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/10/14

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of the 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, host Kev introduces a series focusing on war games that do not require miniatures, starting with his personal favourite, Warhammer Diskwars from 2013. Kev reflects on his journey from being mainly a miniatures gamer to realizing his passion for thematic games. He discusses the appeal and mechanics of Warhammer Diskwars, emphasizing its thematic elements, strategic gameplay, and unique movement

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24:46

#34- Star Wars and Planet Unknown - a Space Themed...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/10/07

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this Twenty Minute Tabletop podcast, hosts Kev and Tom delve into the world of board, card, and miniature games, focusing on games like the Star Wars deck-building game and Planet Unknown. They explore the tension between thematic enjoyment and minimalist gameplay. Kev mentions a preference for games with strong overarching themes, while Tom argues that some games excel even with minimal thematic elements. They discuss Kill Team's evolving game

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27:11

#33- Diving Deep into Kill Team 24: A Third Edition...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/09/30

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' we are venturing outside of our usual comfort zone to talk about something new and exciting: Kill Team 24, also known as the third edition of this popular skirmish game. With it's release slated for October 5th, 2024, there's much to discuss...Hey! Why not join our DISCORD - come and say hi.https://discord.com/invite/4jnudHjtk9🎙️ Subscribe to our podcast on your mobile device ➞

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20:24

#32- Sea Salt and Paper - Tom's game of the summer

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/09/23

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' Tom explores 'Sea Salt and Paper,' a small, seemingly unassuming card game that eventually proves captivating and the game of his summer despite it being an impulse buy in.Carcasonne of all places. Tom delves into what drew him to the game, which involves discussion of Bruno Cathala as a game designer and some of his other works like Kingdomino, Cyclades and Shadows over Camelot before moving onto the game's

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24:09

#31- Gaslands Refuelled

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/09/16

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgrades*No deer were harmed in the recording of this podcast.* In this episode of 20 Minute Tabletop, Kev and Tom discuss the board game 'Gaslands,' a post-apocalyptic vehicular combat miniatures game. They delve into the unique aspect of creating custom Mad Max-style vehicles using toy cars and household items, and the dynamic gameplay that involves movement templates and special D6 'skid dice.' The discussion covers the game's engaging theme, rulebook

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19:55

#30- Sakana Stack with Mike from Huff No More!

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/09/09

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' Tom and Kev discuss upcoming Kickstarter card game, Sakana Stack with Mike from Huff No More Mike describes the game's theme, inspired by Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market, and its dynamic, fast-paced mechanics. He shares insights into the game's development, including his wife's contribution as the artist and the couple's startup journey in the board game industry. There is a discussion about the game's mechanics

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23:03

#29 - Deck Building - Magic the Gathering, Star...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/09/02

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of the 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, hosts Tom and Kev delve into the world of deck-building games. The discussion kicks off with 'Star Realms,' a game that introduced Kev to the deck-building genre and draws comparisons to 'Magic: The Gathering.' They explore the mechanics of deck construction versus deck-building, highlighting games like 'Star Realms,' 'Dominion,' 'Aeon's End,' and 'Renegade.' The hosts then discuss the evolution

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20:08

#28 - Dexterity Games: Crokinole, Klask, Cube Quest,...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/08/26

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of the '20 Minute Tabletop' podcast, hosts Tom and Kev dive into the subject of dexterity games. They discuss the nuances of what defines a dexterity game, citing popular examples like Crokinole, Clask, Cube Quest, Ice Cool, Jungle Speed, and Space Cadets. Various aspects like rules, gameplay mechanics, and the appeal of these games as family-friendly or holiday activities are explored. They also highlight the unique challenges and fun

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24:54

#27 - Playing Board games online and Star Wars Destiny

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/08/19

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' hosts Tom and Kev discuss their current gaming activities, including Kev's deep dive into Star Wars Destiny and Tom's ongoing enjoyment of Ark Nova. They explore the concept of capsule games, with Kev sharing his newfound interest in collecting Star Wars Destiny cards on eBay. Tom introduces a book he's reading titled 'Games People Play,' which delves into the psychology of human interactions framed as

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19:53

#26 - Spiel Des Jahres Awards 2024 - Sky Team and...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/08/12

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of the 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, Tom and guest Mat, delve into two notable nominations for the Spiel des Jahres award, Captain Flip and SkyTeam. They begin by explaining the history and significance of the award, established in 1978 to promote family-friendly board and card games. The first game discussed, Captain Flip, is critiqued for its simplicity and light gameplay, while still being appreciated as a high-quality filler

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24:21

#25 - Designing board games, AI art, Inkarnate maps...

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/08/05

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of the 'Twenty Minute Tabletop' podcast, hosts Tom and Kev discuss the intricacies of board game design, focusing on Kev's ongoing project, 'Decline'. Kev shares his experience creating a 10mm miniature solo board game, emphasizing the game’s unique mechanics, aesthetics, and thematic elements. The conversation delves into the challenges and technologies involved in designing maps, including the use of software like Dungeon Alchemist

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22:17

#24- Inis and Area Control (dudes on a map) Board Games

Twenty Minute Tabletop ·

2024/07/29

Patreon https://www.patreon.com/tabletopupgradesIn this episode of 'Twenty Minute Tabletop,' Tom discusses the intricacies and enjoyment of one of his favourite board games, Inis. He explains the game's mechanics, comparing it to classic area control games like Risk, yet with modern improvements. The host delves into the thematic elements of Inis, which are rooted in Celtic mythology, and highlights the unique card drafting system that adds both excitement and strategic tension. He also discusses

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