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Here at The Game Table Podcast, we explore a wide variety of tabletop games, including board games, card games, role-playing games, and more. We give you a brief overview of each game, explain the basics of how to play, and share our opinions to help you decide if it’s a good fit for your gaming table. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a tabletop game enthusiast, we’re here to help guide you through the exciting world of tabletop gaming.

Echidna Shuffle – A Kid’s Table Review

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Jared, Joy, and Hope of the Game Table Podcast review the pick up and deliver, chunky echidna racing game, Echidna Shuffle published by Wattsalpoag Games.

Note: Wattsalpoag Games was kind enough to provide us with a review copy of this game. Our intention is to review each game fairly and honestly whether we purchase a game or are given a game for review.

Links for Echidna Shuffle

Publisher: Wattsalpoag Games
Designer: Kris Gould
Artists: Damon S. Brown, Mike Raabe

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How to Play: Zia Comics

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‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

Grod Games Interview – Talk of the Table

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Ian and Jared of The Game Table Podcast sit down with Kathryn and Devon of Grod Games to discuss their journey in making Estate: Raise the Realm a reality, ask about life as an indie publisher, and get to know the couple that is truly living the dream.

Note: Grod Games was kind enough to provide us with a review copy of this game. Our intention is to review each game fairly and honestly whether we purchase a game or are given a game for review.

Links for Estate: Raise the Realm

Mailing List: https://www.grodgames.com/ (scroll to bottom)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estateraisetherealm/ | https://www.instagram.com/grod.games/

Publisher: Grod Games LLC
Designer: Devon Grodkiewicz, Kathryn Hahn
Artists: James W Owen

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How to Play: Game Boy Geek

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‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

Estate: Raise the Realm – A Featured Table Review

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Ian and Jared sit down at the Featured Table of The Game Table Podcast to discuss the first of a trilogy of games. Estate: Raise the Realm focuses on rebuilding estates after a great war through worker placement. Published by Grod Games.

Note: Grod Games was kind enough to provide us with a review copy of this game. Our intention is to review each game fairly and honestly whether we purchase a game or are given a game for review.

Links for Estate: Raise the Realm

Mailing List: https://www.grodgames.com/ (scroll to bottom)

Publisher: Grod Games LLC
Designer: Devon Grodkiewicz, Kathryn Hahn
Artists: James W Owen

BGG Game Link

How to Play: Game Boy Geek

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‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast?
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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

Castle Combo – A Two Top Review

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Jared and Anna sit down at the Two Top Table to discuss the clever yet simplistic card drafting, tableau building game, Castle Combo, published by Pandasaurus Games.

Links for Castle Combo

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Publisher: Pandasaurus Games
Designer: Grégory Grard, Mathieu Roussel
Artists: Stéphane Escapa

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How to Play: Meeple University

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‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast?
Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com
Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com
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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

Small Box Games Reviews – A Featured Table Review

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Ian and Jared sit down at the Featured Table of The Game Table Podcast to discuss some small box games.

Farm Hand

Publisher: Grail Games
Designer: Craig E. Somerton
Artist: Samuel Bouvant

Scream!

Publisher: Bezier Games
Designer: Ted Alspach
Artist: Ted Alspach, Felipe Poveda

Barbecubes

Publisher: Alley Cat Games
Designer: Brett J Gilbert, Rob Sparks
Artist: Rory Muldoon

Otter

Publisher: Charming Games Collective
Designer: Dylan Cole
Artist: Lailamon

Capybara Crush

Publisher: Charming Games Collective
Designer: Dylan Cole
Artist: Andrei Ebreo

Hissy Fit

Publisher: Stone Age Distractions
Designer: Levi Robertson, Chris Stone (II)
Artist: Suchada Boonsong

License to Krill

Publisher: MaKa Games, LLC
Designer: Matthew Kambic
Artist: Dit Kaweekijrapee

Fliptoons

Publisher: Thunderworks Games
Designer: Jordy Adan, Renato Simões
Artist: Diego Sá

Links for The Game Table Podcast

‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast?
Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com
Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com
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Follow us on Instagram
Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ
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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

Dodos Riding Dinos – A Kid’s Table Review

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Jared and Faith discuss the chaotic “Mario Kart” style racing game Dodos Riding Dinos co-published by Draco Studios and Detestable Games.

Links for Dodos Riding Dinos

Interested in purchasing? Get Dodos Riding Dinos

Publisher: Draco Studios and Detestable Games
Designer: Rubén Hernández
Artists: Ivan Escalante

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How to Play: The Test Table

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‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast?
Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com
Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com
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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – A Featured Table Review

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Ian and Jared sit down at the Featured Table of The Game Table Podcast to discuss the newest co-op mode in the very popular Unmatched Series: Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles published by Restoration Games.

Links for Unmatched Adventures: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Publisher: Restoration Games
Designer: Noah Cohen, Rob Daviau, Jason Hager, Justin D. Jacobson, Jason Kemppainen, Brian Neff, Darren Reckner
Artists: Oliver Barrett, Mihajlo Dimitrievski, Kevin Eastman, Kwanchai Moriya, Yuta Onoda, Brian Patterson, Heather Vaughan

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‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast?
Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com
Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com
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Follow us on Instagram
Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ
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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

Re;Act: The Arts of War – A Featured Table Review

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Jared and Anna sit down at the Two Top Table to react to the 1v1 Magic & Yu-Gi-Oh inspired card and grid battler Re;Act: The Arts of War, published by Brother Ming Games.

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Interested in purchasing? Get Re;Act: The Arts of War
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Publisher: Brother Ming Games
Designer: Chris Lin, MingYang Lu, Eric Zeringue
Artists: loxtix, Ian Olympia

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How to Play: Meeple University

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‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast?
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Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com
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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

TEND – A Featured Table Review

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Ian and Jared sit down at the Featured Table of The Game Table Podcast to discuss the massive Flip n Write exploration farming game, TEND, from IV Studios

Links for TEND

Publisher: IV Studios
Designer: Max Anderson, Zac Dixon, Austin Harrison, Toby Sarnelle
Artists: Kelly Nakamura

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How to Play: IV Studios

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‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast?
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Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com
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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.

Loom – A Game Table Podcast Review

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Jared, Faith, and Anna of the Game Table Podcast review the tile laying (yes Anna, they are tiles!) weaving game LOOM, published by Moon Saga Workshop and currently on Kickstarter.

Note: Moon Saga Workshop was kind enough to provide us with a review copy of this game. Our intention is to review each game fairly and honestly whether we purchase a game or are given a game for review.

Links for Loom

Interested in purchasing? Back Loom.

Publisher: Moon Saga Workshop
Designer: Jason Harris
Artists: Ammon Anderson

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How to Play: Merry Married Meeples

Links for The Game Table Podcast

‘How to Play’ Music Background:
Song: Inspiring Cinematic Ambient
Artist: Lexin_Music – Aleksey Chistilin

Have questions or want to connect with The Game Table Podcast?
Check out our website: thegametablepodcast.com
Email us at thegametablepodcast@gmail.com
Check out our Linktree for easy access to find us online!
Follow us on Instagram
Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/ZYKF3wdenJ
Check us out on Boardgamegeek

Jared on BGG
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Overview of The Game Table Podcast

The Game Table Podcast is an exploration of various board, card, and tabletop games. Hosted by Ian Mansfield and Jared Snyder, this podcast offers listeners a comprehensive look at different games, providing overviews, insights on gameplay, and personal thoughts to help you decide if a game is right for your table.

Each episode delves into a specific game, discussing its mechanics, strategies, and overall experience. Whether it’s a family-friendly game like “Once Upon a Castle” or a more strategic title like “Apiary,” we bring our enthusiasm and expertise to the table. We also share tips, reviews, and sometimes even the history behind the games they feature.

Listeners can expect a mix of humor, detailed analysis, and genuine passion for gaming, making it a perfect companion for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. We also encourage community interaction through our website, social media, and Discord.