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The Offline Gamer

The Offline Gamer

Dive into the world of gaming with Matt, Rai, and Karen on "The Offline Gamer" podcast! Each month, we explore our latest tabletop and PC gaming adventures, share exciting Kickstarter finds, provide coverage of events like Airecon and the UK Games Expo, and engage in conversations with interesting figures in the UK board game industry. Join us on this interactive journey!

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02:44:26

Episode 107 - Shiver: Dark Prospects

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2025/10/31

This Halloween special features a thrilling departure from our usual format! Adam from the Die Rollin YouTube channel takes over as Game Master for an atmospheric session of Shiver, the horror RPG from Parable Games.Join Matt, Lizzie (Board Gaming With My Family), and Doddy (Summoned Games) as they portray three unlikely heroes in the Old West: Carmine the snake oil salesman, Missy Dubois the horse thief, and Brick the reformed outlaw. When the mysterious Mr. Cornwell hires them to investigate the

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Episode 106 - Throwing a Double Six

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2025/09/25

In this episode, Matt and Karen are joined by friends from the Instagram board gaming community for a special recording at the Double Six Board Game Café in Moseley, Birmingham.Guests include Emzie from @nerdygirlgaming, Lucy and Carl from @short.stuff.boardgames, and plenty of lively chat about games, gaming spaces, and the café’s fantastic food.The group share their first impressions of the venue, talk about supporting local businesses, and dive into the games they’ve been playing together. Expect

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Episode 105 - Fortress of Death

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2025/07/14

In this episode of The Offline Gamer, Matt and Karen step into the immersive audio-driven world of Sound Realms for a playthrough of the dark and dramatic Fortress of Death. Guided by narration, sound effects, and a whole lot of dice rolls, they navigate traps, solve puzzles, and fight for survival—all in real time. It’s part dungeon crawl, part radio drama, and fully chaotic. Can they escape the fortress unscathed? (Spoiler: doubtful.)

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02:12:58

Episode 104 - UKGE 2025 Wrap-Up – Part Two

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2025/06/24

Matt and Karen are back with part two of their UK Games Expo 2025 round-up! This time, they chat about even more games they played and picked up—including relaxing pattern builders, clever two-player showdowns, and some truly unique indie gems. They also reflect on the general atmosphere of the show, the creativity on display, and whether the event still delivers the spark that keeps them coming back each year.

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01:19:38

Episode 103 - UKGE 2025 Wrap-Up – Part One

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2025/06/16

In this episode of The Offline Gamer, Matt and Karen return from UK Games Expo 2025 and dive into part one of their two-part wrap-up! Sadly, Rai couldn't join them this year due to illness, so it's just the two of them sharing first impressions, con highlights, and a few mild grumbles (spoiler: air conditioning is important).They discuss how the new hall layout at the NEC added space and accessibility—but also a bit of navigational chaos—and whether the bigger floor plan made it easier or

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Episode 102 - UKGE 2025 Preview

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2025/05/26

The UK Games Expo 2025 is nearly here, and Matt, Karen, and Rai are back with their annual mega-preview! In this episode, the team covers everything you need to know for UKGE 2025 – from the new hall layout and bring & buy changes, to Chow Street’s food truck lineup and their top tips for surviving the weekend.They also each highlight five games they’re excited to see at the show, including upcoming releases like Trouble on the Tempus, Restless Spirits, Fathom, Pergola, The Last Week of Summer,

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Episode 101 - A Minor Disaster

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2025/05/18

In Episode 101, Matt and Karen return for a slightly shorter show ahead of their big UKGE preview. They share highlights from recent game days with friends, discussing a mix of new and favourite titles, including Rebirth, Restless Spirits, Trio, Castle Combo, Explorers of Navoria, and more.Matt also interviews the team behind Minor Disaster Games, creators of the upcoming Kickstarter for Trouble on the Tempus—a co-op, time-travelling disaster management game. The team dives into the game's origins,

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Episode 100 - Quiz Time at AireCon 2025

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2025/04/15

To celebrate 100 episodes and 10 years of The Offline Gamer, we brought together a fantastic group of board game creators, friends, and fellow enthusiasts for a chaotic, laughter-filled quiz live at AireCon 2025!Hosted by Matt, this special episode features guest teams including Adam from Die Rollin’, Will the Board Game Wizard, Chris from Unfringed, Lee from Molinarius Games, Mike from Huff No More, and Dave from Board Wreckers. Over multiple rounds teams competed for glory, groans, and the

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Episode 99 - AireCon 2025 Chronicles: Dice, Ducks &...

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2025/03/30

In Episode 99, Matt and Karen recount their jam-packed weekend at AireCon 2025 in Harrogate. From the ups and downs of the Bring & Buy to an epic quest for food through the convention’s labyrinthine layout, they dive into the highlights, including games played, exhibitors visited, and surprise finds.They also preview exciting upcoming releases, share some fun raffle moments, and thank everyone involved in recording their milestone 100th episode.

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01:08:58

Episode 98 - Airecon 2025 Preview

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2025/03/02

Join Matt and Karen in Episode 98 of The Offline Gamer as they dive into all things Airecon 2025! They discuss what makes this Harrogate-based board game convention a must-visit, covering the exhibitor lineup, open gaming spaces, event highlights, and even a sneak peek at upcoming releases.Whether you're a seasoned attendee or a first-timer, get ready for a fun and informative guide to this relaxed and community-driven gaming event.

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Episode 97 - 2024s Best Plays and 2025s Next Moves

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2025/01/19

In this episode, Matt, Karen, and Rai take a deep dive into their gaming highlights of 2024, reflecting on favourite titles, standout events, and exciting moments shared with friends and listeners. They also discuss their gaming plans for 2025, including conventions and anticipated releases. Rai returns as a guest co-host.The team shares updates on various Kickstarter projects, discusses upcoming conventions like AireCon and UKGE, and reminisces about the joy of connecting with the gaming

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Episode 96 - Christmas 2024

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2024/12/23

In this festive episode of The Offline Gamer, Matt and Karen share their Christmas gaming plans, discuss family-friendly titles like Wuzzled and Rolling Ranch, and reflect on recent plays, including Balatro, Tape to Tape, and The Spill. They recount highlights from the Meeple People Weekender, featuring games like Century: Golem Edition and Yukon Salon, and dive into their latest arrivals, including Tang Garden: Seasons and River Valley Glassworks. The episode wraps up with holiday cheer, a

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Episode 95 - Halloween Special 2024 (The Lost Ship)

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2024/10/31

In this special Halloween episode, Adam from the Die Rollin' YouTube channel helms a thrilling three-hour journey through The Lost Ship, a bone-chilling adventure from the SHIVER RPG. Set in the icy Arctic Circle, this story follows a military team investigating a lost vessel, only to discover terrifying secrets lurking below deck. With SHIVER’s unique system for horror-inspired tales, prepare for a frightfully good time full of suspense, strategy, and a few ghostly surprises.Don’t drift off—this

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Episode 94 - ACWest 2024

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2024/10/26

In this episode of The Offline Gamer, Matt and Karen are live from ACWest at the Telford International Center, sharing their experiences at this vibrant convention. From exploring the exhibitor hall and checking out unique accessories to trying out new board games, they’ve packed in plenty of gaming action. Tune in for their thoughts on games like Chemistry Fluxx, Dawn of Peacemakers, Kavango, Escape from Pompeii, and the memory-challenging Order Overload Cafe.They also dive into digital games,

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Episode 93 - Mill, Monsters, and Mazes

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2024/10/06

In this episode, Matt is joined by special guest Mill from Dissent Games. Mill shares the journey of creating board games with her co-designer Jess, including their successful Kickstarter campaign for Library Labyrinth and the upcoming Loose in the Library. Mill talks about her background in board gaming, starting with Small World and jumping into Twilight Imperium, and how the COVID-19 pandemic helped her dive into board game design. They also discuss the process of designing Library Labyrinth,

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Episode 92 - Cat Quilts and Cursed Coin Flips

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2024/08/22

Matt celebrates his birthday with Karen as they catch up on the latest in board games, video games, and crowdfunding. They discuss their recent gaming adventures, including highlights like Vampire Survivors, Slay the Spire, Calico, and the newly announced Tomb Raider: The Crypt of Chronos board game. Plus, they dive into a Reddit thread of the month and spotlight some exciting Kickstarter campaigns. Tune in for all the fun and gaming goodness!

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Episode 91 - UKGE 2024

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2024/06/17

In this episode, hosts Matt and Karen dive into their experiences at the recent UK Games Expo. They share highlights from their interactions with other gaming enthusiasts, exhibitors, and designers, and reflect on the community spirit that makes such events special. Join them as they recount memorable moments, offer insights on the latest trends in the board game industry, and provide a glimpse into their gaming haul from the expo.

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Episode 90 - UKGE 2024 Preview

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2024/05/25

Join us for Episode 90 of the Offline Gamer as we dive into our eagerly awaited UKGE 2024 preview! We've sifted through spreadsheets and maps to bring you our top picks and must-see games at this year's expo. We'll also share our personal tips on navigating the event and making the most of your visit. Plus, don’t miss our exclusive competition hidden within the episode—listen in for your chance to win! Ready your player boards and sharpen your strategies; it’s going to be an epic

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Episode 89 - Back to Basics

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2024/04/29

In Episode 89, Matt and Karen embrace a casual and standard episode format, steering away from interviews to focus on sharing their recent gaming experiences and news. They discuss their latest adventures in board gaming, highlighting games they've played, conventions attended, and their impressions of newly released or upcoming games.

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Episode 88 - Ever Excitable AireCon

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2024/03/29

This episode we're joined by the Ever Excitable Adam from Die Rollin, and we talk all about our adventures at AireCon 2024 in Harrogate, UK.

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