In Episode 25 we dive into the new release from HUB Games, Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr. This game is one we learned at Gen Con and when we received a review copy, we knew that it was going to be a game we wanted to play some extra times before talking about it. We have a topic all about story in games, and why it is such a great thing to have, when done correctly. Then we answer a question about games causing us to have emotions! Come check it out! Game Talk: 9:03 Top Shelf Topic...
Oct 19, 2018•41 min
Episode 24 is all about the Z-man game we grabbed at Gen Con, Lowlands. We discuss it over a Roughtail IPA and Newcastle Brown. We then go on to talk about Delton's problem with analysis paralysis and some ways to speed people up without making it worse. Maybe he works through it? Then they talk about one thing in games that makes Hayley illogically upset. Game Talk: 11:23 Top Shelf Topic: 31:41 Pint Sized Question: 44:00 Game Mentions: Eternal, PubG, Agricola, Clank!, Isle of Skye. Support: If ...
Oct 04, 2018•52 min
In this sleepy episode 23 we discuss Coimbra, a 2018 release that we picked up at Gen Con 2018. We crack a Laughing Water Sparkling Ale and a Blackberry IPA for the episode. We then get into gate-keeping, what it is and if we do it. Then for the question we tell you how we vow to stop gate-keeping. Join us for this episode and make sure to let us know if you played Coimbra and what you think of the game! Game Talk: 7:56 Top Shelf Topic: 27:33 Pint Sized Question: 38:24 Game Mentions: Muse, Azul....
Sep 20, 2018•42 min
Players and city names for shout out competition below! In this fine episode of the 22nd kind, we discuss a roll and write game that has no rolling! "Welcome To..." has become a new favorite and we tell you about it! We do so while drinking a Sierra Nevada Big Foot Barley-wine from 2014. We then talk about roll and writes as a genre before diving into a question from Allison; What makes you decide to back a kickstarter? Come check it out and make sure to let us know what you think! Players: Jess...
Sep 07, 2018•43 min
Episode 21 is going to be about one of the newest and hottest games right now, Root. We dive into the game with a Free State Brewing Co. Oatmeal Stout. We then talk about why asymmetry in games is so interesting and what it does for the game over a Preacher's Daughter Amber Ale from Fountain Square Brewing. We then answer a question about if theme can make a game more appealing, even without considering genre. Game Talk: 10:57 Top Shelf Topic: 23:10 Pint Sized Question: 33:52 Game Mentions: Welc...
Aug 24, 2018•43 min
This episode is all about Gen Con in all it's glory. We talk about Arboretum that we grabbed while there, and then go on to discuss everything about vacation. We mention a ton of people that we got to meet, some games we got to play, games we purchased, and the other things we did and saw. It was a glorious time and hopefully you enjoy listening to us ramble on about the different things we did! Game Talk: 2:20 Top Shelf Topic: 18:01 Pint Sized Question: 56:10 Game Mentions: Arboretum, Welcome T...
Aug 08, 2018•1 hr 3 min
Episode 19 is all about Gen Con! Well mostly! We discuss Bitten, a fun hidden role game by Ben Kanelos(we get off topic a lot in this, just bear with us!) and then we dive into Gen Con! It's mostly Delton talking about being excited, but hopefully that is at least somewhat entertaining. If you are going to Gen Con, please let us know if you would like to grab a meal or drink, or just meet up to play a game. We would love to say hi! Game Talk: 8:55 Top Shelf Topic: 29:26 Game Mentions: Viticultur...
Jul 27, 2018•53 min
In this episode we crack open a Stormchaser IPA from Free State Brewing Co. and a Priscilla White Wit Wheat from Oscar Blues while talking about Time Stories. We then take to the issue of mental health and how it represented in games, who has done it correctly, and who is attempting to do it incorrectly. We then tell you why it needs to be represented in games. Also, don't forget to come say "Hi" to us as Gen Con! We talk a bit about that and will have more next time! Game Talk: 11:50 Top Shelf ...
Jul 12, 2018•39 min
In episode 17 we discuss the Spiel Des Jahres nominee Azul. We then discuss how aesthetics of a game are important and can alter the interest in a game. We move past that to discuss what our favorite aesthetic would be, if we could have whatever we wanted! Game Talk: 9:29 Top Shelf Topic: 22:04 Pint Sized Question: 34:25 Game Mentions: Mechs Vs Minions, Castles of Burgundy, Puerto Rico, Lotus. Support: If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that! https://www.pa...
Jun 29, 2018•46 min
In episode 16 we talk about The Mind! A game that has taken the internet, and us, by storm. We discuss why some people say it is "not a game" and we answer a question about activities we consider games that others may not. Game Talk: 10:00 Top Shelf Topic: 22:05 Pint Sized Question: 29:20 Game Mentions: That's Not Lemonade!, Twilight Imperium 4, Cat Lady, Ticket to Ride. Support: If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that! https://www.patreon.com/MalthausGames...
Jun 12, 2018•37 min
This episode is sponsored by Caper Games In this episode we talk about the current Kickstarter VERTIUM from Caper Games. The space game with colonization and combat. We also talk about why supporting small companies is important, not only in the board game world, but in every side of business. We also show you an odd but cool Kickstarter we found! Game Talk - 9:05 Top Shelf Topic - 31:40 Pint Sized Question - 38:50 Game Mentions: Rising Sun Support: If you would like to help us improve our produ...
Jun 01, 2018•44 min
In this episode we discuss the newest party game from Quick Simple Fun Games, Muse. We talk about our experience playing it, and what we think about it. We talk about why art and the interpretation of art makes for such good games. We then talk to each other about our favorite pieces of art and some of our favorite artists! Game Talk - 12:06 Top Shelf Topic - 23:18 Pint Sized Question - 31:12 Game Mentions: Mysterium, Dixit, and Vertium. Support: If you would like to help us improve our product,...
May 20, 2018•40 min
This is an episode all about lying. Only in games of course! We talk about Cockroach Poker in Episode 13 and how we love the way it works and what it shows you about someone. We talk about what we learned about ourselves through board games, and what we have learned about each other through board games. Game Talk: 10:36 Top Shelf Topic: 20:20 Pint Sized Question: 27:46 Game Mentions: Rankaree, Muse, Skull, Cleopatra: and the Society of Architects Support: If you would like to help us improve our...
May 03, 2018•36 min
Episode 12 is all about wine! This is an episode where we drink some of Delton's mead while we discuss Viticulture, one of our new favorite games. We go into detail on why we like it and how to felt good at two and three players. We then talk about why scaling is important in games. We then answer a question about our favorite wines! Game Talk: 8:51 Top Shelf Topic: 20:34 Pint Sized Question: 33:19 Game Mentions: Rising Sun, Agricola, Keyflower, Photosynthesis, Century: Golem Edition, Pandemic. ...
Apr 20, 2018•41 min
In Episode 11 we bring Bryan back to talk about Rising Sun. We discuss how we feel about it. We also talk about the care companies need to take with themes and research, depending on their approach to the game. We also try to create some of our own clans for the game. Game Talk: 11:25 Topshelf Topic: 30:55 Pint Sized Question: 49:20 Game Mentions: King's Road, Capital Lux, Rising Sun. Sound Attributions: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_...
Apr 05, 2018•58 min
In the landmark episode 10 we sit down with Allison, our biggest fan, and talk about the first modern board game she purchased; Marrying Mr. Darcy. We then go on to discuss why theme is important, as well as inclusive needs in themes. We then ask the important question "What would your dream theme be?" This episode also features an original score by Allison for the Question of the episode titled "Pre-transition - transition." Game Talk: 11:45 Top Shelf Topic: 26:45 Pint Sized Question: 40:05 Gam...
Mar 20, 2018•54 min
Episode 9 is where we banter about Hayley's weekend out and our first play of Rising Sun. We discuss a favorite Deck Builder called Paperback, and talk about why it's a cat friendly game. We then give our ideas of what games Steve and Penny, our cats, would like if they were humans. Game Talk: 10:54 Top Shelf Topic: 20:54 Pint Sized Question: 26:14 Game Mentions: Rising Sun, Puerto Rico, Race for the Galaxy, Ikusa, Burgle Bros, Fugitive, Hardback, Santorini, Rampage(Terror in Meeple City), Strik...
Mar 05, 2018•35 min
In this episode we tell two stories about Hayley falling asleep while drinking New Belgium's Fat Tire and Anthem's IPA. We mention Century: Golem Edition, Mansions of Madness, Settlers of Catan and Terra Mystica. We talk about Mysterium, with a mention of Dixit for the game section. The topic is about why ghosts and psychics make such good themes for games, but also why they are bullsh*t in real life. We then answer the question of "Would you play with a Ouija Board?" Game talk - 8:10 Top Shelf ...
Feb 21, 2018•44 min
In this episode we talk about Hayley's ideas for Gen Con and whether she should do a psychology event or marry people. We go into detail about Patchwork. We discuss how to have fun with a game you lose 90% of the time. We also answer the question, "What board game world would you want to live in for a day?" Check us out on Facebook - www.facebook.com/MalthausGames/ Check us out on Twitter -twitter.com/Malthausgames Email us - contact@malthausgames.com Sound Attributions: Something Elated by Brok...
Feb 07, 2018•45 min
On this special guest episode we have Bryan over discussing Magic the Gathering in depth. This is a longer podcast as Bryan discusses what MTG is, how it is played, and how to start into MTG for a beginner. We also ask him some questions about his favorite cards. We mention Avalon, Cat Lady and Troyes. Bryan also brings two games into our list for the 2018 Malthaus Games 10x10. We drink Anthem's Golden one, Stone Brewery's Arrogant Bastard Ale, and the classic Guinness. Check us out on Facebook ...
Jan 19, 2018•1 hr 14 min
In episode 5 we talk about our time playing games with family over the holidays. We go in depth with Cat Lady, Ticket to Ride, and NMBR9. We mention Dr. Eureka, Cobra Paw, Battleship, Flip Ships and Flick 'em Up. We give away Delton's tell, which will ruin him in deduction games. We also list a few games that are good to take home to non-gaming families such as Pandemic, Ticket to Ride, and Patchwork. We also answer the question "What is your New Year's Board Game Resolution." Check us out on Fa...
Jan 09, 2018•42 min
A tabletop game podcast made by real life gamers for people who enjoy, or want to get into, the hobby. This episode we reminisce over our train trip to Austin, TX and the games we played on the train. Tides of Madness, Hive, Love Letter, NMBR9, Sushi Go, and Lost Cities. Plus maybe a few more! Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Something_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Something_EP_-_05_Something_Elated Edits: Cut to length and Faded in. Heav...
Dec 26, 2017•32 min
A tabletop game podcast made by real life gamers for people who enjoy, or want to get into, the hobby. In this episode we discuss Gen Con, all the great people we met there, and about the new games we purchased. Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Something_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Something_EP_-_05_Something_Elated Edits: Cut to length and Faded in. Heavy Happy With Drums by Ryan Cullinane, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/m...
Dec 26, 2017•46 min
A tabletop game podcast made by real life gamers for people who enjoy, or want to get into, the hobby. In this episode we talk about Dominant Species, and how Bryan wasn't a fan. We discuss Inis and Hayley's issue with it, as well as some tips to handle players that tend to be disinterested in a game. Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Something_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Something_EP_-_05_Something_Elated Edits: Cut to length and Faded ...
Dec 25, 2017•37 min
A tabletop game podcast made by real life gamers for people who enjoy, or want to get into, the hobby. In this episode we talk about Troyes, and about some of the games we use to introduce new players into the hobby, like Ticket to Ride and Pandemic. Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Something_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Something_EP_-_05_Something_Elated Edits: Cut to length and Faded in. Heavy Happy With Drums by Ryan Cullinane, Downlo...
Dec 25, 2017•34 min
