Greetings, mutant enthusiasts! This week, The Gateway Gamers Podcast is taking a well-deserved vacation, but don’t worry, we've got something X-traordinary for you! Tune in to a special crossover episode from The Previously Recorded Podcast, where our very own Bryan Marvel joins the team to discuss the 2000 Fox film, X-Men . Get ready for a mutant-powered deep dive as Bryan and the Previously Recorded crew unleash their thoughts on the iconic characters, unforgettable scenes, and X-traordinary s...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 7Ep. 10
Hark, noble listeners! In this week's episode of The Gateway Gamers, your gallant hosts, Bryan Marvel and RP Walsh, embark on a quest through the medieval marvel that is Dominion. Join our merry duo as they build their dominion, one card at a time, delving into the strategies and nuances of this classic deck-building game. Will Bryan and RP rise as rulers of the realm or will their kingdoms crumble under the weight of poor shuffling and ill-timed draws? Prepare your parchments and shuffle your d...
Jun 17, 2024•38 min•Season 7Ep. 9
Get ready to shuffle and roll with Bryan Marvel on this week's electrifying episode of The Gateway Gamers Podcast! In "Filler Games 2: Electric Boogaloo," we're powering up the fun with a spotlight on some fantastic filler games that are perfect for filling those gaps in your game night. Bryan dives into the delightful mischief of Tanuki, the flinging frenzy of Tossit, the chaotic clashes of Freak Wars, and the spellbinding shenanigans of Toil and Troublez. Whether you're looking to bridge the g...
Jun 03, 2024•25 min•Season 7Ep. 8
Welcome back, gamers, to another thrilling episode of The Gateway Gamers ! This week, your hosts Bryan and RP embark on an epic journey to the desert planet of Arrakis as they explore the strategic depths of Dune: A Game of Conquest and Diplomacy from Gale Force Nine. Whether you’re a fan of Frank Herbert’s iconic novel or captivated by the stunning visuals of the recent film adaptation, this episode is sure to spice up your board game night. Join Bryan and RP as they navigate the treacherous sa...
May 20, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 7Ep. 7
Get ready to get wet with Bryan and Rp on the latest episode of The Gateway Gamers! Join us as we dive into the cardboard chaos of this thrilling 2-player game from Barrel Aged Games. Fortify has you racing to build the most epic cardboard fortresses on this side of the tabletop! But be warned, you'll need more than just tape and scissors to attract neighbors to this battle. It's a battle of luck and speed as you lay the foundation for victory! Then, buckle up for round two as you roll the dice ...
May 06, 2024•19 min•Season 7Ep. 6
Get ready to don your capes and cowl because in this electrifying episode of The Gateway Gamers podcast, hosts Bryan and Rp dive headfirst into the world of superheroes with the upcoming DC Heroes Universe game from CMON and Spinmaster games! We discuss our wishlist for what characters and sets will be revealed and discuss what new or familiar mechanics we could see. Listen and get fired up as we are for this new spin on the Marvel United game system coming to game found in July.
Apr 22, 2024•24 min•Season 7Ep. 5
Welcome fellow gamers to another electrifying episode of Gateway Gamers! Today, we're diving into a treasure trove of games that will have you rolling crits and racking up high scores in no time. From the fiery excitement of Fireball Island to the smooth jazz vibes of Keepin' It Saxy, we've got a lineup that's hotter than a dragon's breath and cooler than an ice mage's spell. Join us as we navigate the chaotic card play of Dutch Blitz, embark on epic quests in Heroes of Barcadia, and tap into th...
Apr 09, 2024•47 min•Season 7Ep. 4
Welcome, Gateway Gamers, to another solo episode where Bryan dives deep into the world of filler games! This episode he'll be exploring a lineup of games that may be small in size but pack a punch of entertainment. So grab your dice, shuffle your cards, and let's roll into some filler fun! The first stop is Stool Pigeon, where players take on the role of a pigeon mafia family that are trying to tamper with a crime scene. It's a quick memory game that will you squawking for more. Next up, we're v...
Mar 25, 2024•36 min•Season 7Ep. 3
In this episode of The Gateway Gamers podcast, hosts Bryan and Rp step into the ring to review the buzzing sensation that is Kabuto Sumo! Join us as we grapple with the intricacies of this bug-tastic wrestling extravaganza, where insects square off in a battle for dominance on the mat. With Bryan's sharp wit and Rp's keen insights, we dissect every aspect of Kabuto Sumo, from its vibrant insect characters to its nail-biting matches that'll have you on the edge of your seat. We'll explore the gam...
Mar 12, 2024•43 min•Season 7Ep. 2
Welcome to The Gateway Gamers Podcast, where we smash through the barriers of gaming with the force of a Kaiju's roar! Join your host Bryan Marvel as he delves into the monstrous world of tabletop gaming, unleashing the mightiest creatures and heroes. In this electrifying episode, Bryan takes you on a journey through the towering metropolis of "King of Tokyo: Origins." It's a battle royale of epic proportions as players take on the roles of colossal Kaiju, vying for dominance over Tokyo Bay. Wil...
Feb 26, 2024•19 min•Season 7Ep. 1
Join Bryan Marvel and RP as they dive into the apocalyptic abyss of card gaming with Doomlings! In this episode of Gateway Gamers , we explore the evolutionary twists and turns of this quirky yet strategic card game that pits players against impending Catastrophe. With each card played, players guide their unique species of Doomlings through the chaotic landscape of extinction, evolving their abilities and strategies to outwit their opponents and ensure the survival of their species. It's surviv...
Feb 12, 2024•34 min•Season 6Ep. 9
Join Bryan and Rp as they groove along with the smooth jazz legend as he navigates the ups and downs of a day in the life. Set to a backdrop of funky beats and soulful melodies, Kenny G encounters various obstacles that threaten to throw off his rhythm. They must help him maintain his cool demeanor and keep the music flowing. From traffic jams to bad hair days, every challenge tests Kenny G's ability to stay in the groove. Will this game from Prospero Hall hit the high notes of gaming, or simply...
Jan 29, 2024•34 min•Season 6Ep. 8
Raise your glasses and join our dynamic duo of morons as they embark on a rollicking adventure through the Dungeons of Barcadia. Our hosts, armed with dice and alcohol, are here to review the intoxicating board game experience that is "Heroes of Barcadia" by Rollacrit. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a casual sipper of board game delights, this episode promises an engaging and entertaining journey through the fantastical realm of Barcadia. Grab your favorite beverage, roll the dice, and join ...
Jan 15, 2024•57 min•Season 6Ep. 8
In this episode, RP and Bryan unpack their exhilarating journey to PAX Unplugged in Philadelphia, where they dove headfirst into the vibrant world of gaming conventions as both enthusiasts and budding content creators. Fresh from the event, they candidly share their wide-eyed experiences, heartfelt impressions, and newfound revelations.
Dec 04, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Welcome to another episode of The Gateway Gamers! This week Bryan once again flies solo and covers a much requested topic...his top 10 games. Bryan covers his favorite ten games that he would not turn down if someone requested to play. Enjoy!
Nov 20, 2023•43 min•Season 6Ep. 5
The boys are back in town! After some hectic scheduling, RP returns! We dust the cobwebs off the mics to talk one of our favorite games, Disney Villainous. We discuss the 2nd expandalone game in the series, Evil comes Prepared. We first discuss what we have been up to on off time and some games that Bryan has been playing. Thanks for joining us and be sure to subscribe for future nonsense.
Nov 06, 2023•50 min•Season 6Ep. 4
This is an episode from last October that was lost during the Spotify purge of copyrighted songs. Bryan and RP talk about local legends, Philadelphia Phillies in the playoffs and the Oogie Boogie bash. We then dive into the Ravensburger reskin of Horrified. Will the addition of American cryptids be enough to separate this from the Universal Monsters version? Or is this just a quick buck reskin?
Oct 23, 2023•49 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Hello Everyone and welcome to another episode. Bryan is once again flying solo and talking TCG's (trading card games). He talks about the recent debacle of the Van Gogh/Pokemon collaboration, Lorcana: Rise of the Floodborn, Fantasy Flights upcoming TCG, Metazoo, Legions of Will, and Booster Brat. Listen as we talk about what makes these games similar while also finding their unique voice in a VERY crowded market.
Oct 09, 2023•35 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Hello all! With International podcast day (yes its a thing) around the corner it seemed like a good time to just hang. We go behind the scenes, answer some listener questions and talk about some things we love about the podcast and an episode that makes Bryan cringe. Thanks for listening!
Sep 25, 2023•48 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Welcome to another episode of the Gateway Gamers! This episode Bryan flies solo to bring you one of our favorite games of the summer, The Grass is Greener from Making Lemonade Games. This card game has you building up your lawn while tearing others down all while trying to impress the HOA and win, Yard of the Month.
Sep 11, 2023•22 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Hello Illumineers! This week Bryan and Rp cover the trading card game from Ravensburger, Lorcana. This Disney trading card game is the hotness in the community, but is it all IP hype?...or actually worth the ink its printed with? We explore this game from the perspectives of a collector, longtime TCG player, and a complete noob. We discuss not so friendly local game shops, outrageous pricing, gameplay, hits, misses and everything in between. As always, Be kind....subscribe.
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 11
Welcome to another exciting episode. This episode RP returns from his writing strike sabbatical to play and review Star Wars: The Deck Building from Fantasy Flight games. This tug of war between the light and dark is a quick two player skirmish card game where you gather troops, ships and legendary characters to control the universe. Will the morons enjoy this game? Or will this simply be a case of IP hype? Listen to find out! We then wrap up our E-Ticket summer by tying the game to The Disney W...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Welcome back to another episode of the Gateway Gamers. This week Bryan is flying solo as he reviews Rolling Realms from Stonemaier Games. First he dives into some Gencon news of Magic the Gathering thieves, Disney Lorcana hype, and overall thoughts of conventions. Be sure to hit that play button and join Bryan as he flounders through another solo episode!
Aug 07, 2023•27 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Hello and happy Monday! We are taking the week off from a new episode and instead dropping a favorite from last summer, Jaws from Ravensburger games. This was part of our Blockbuster Summer event where we tied a game to a movie. This episode was also one of the many "lost" episodes from the spotify copyright purge. So this was a great opportunity to re-upload this episode as it is perfect for summer. Thank you and see you soon!
Jul 31, 2023•50 min
Discover the wonder and learn about not only the creation of the Pennsylvania-based game, but also the fun family theme park DUTCH WONDERLAND, located in Lancaster, PA! To bring this episode to the level it deserves, we have the World Champion Dutch Blitz and Lancaster native join us to discuss the game and the theme park! Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/previously-recorded-network
Jul 17, 2023•56 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Welcome to another episode in our E-ticket summer event! This episode we are covering the "exciting" board game, Fireball Island: Race To Adventure. This is a downgraded version by Goliath Games of the Upgraded version by Restoration Games. Will this game be an explosive hit in our collection? Or leave us running to the dumpster? Listen to find out! We then move onto our event theme by tying these game to theme park attractions by talking about The Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular in Hollywood St...
Jul 03, 2023•55 min
Welcome to another episode of The Gateway Gamers Podcast. This weeks matinee episode we are covering one of the king of gateway games, Ticket to Ride.
Jun 26, 2023•35 min
Hello and welcome to the Gateway Gamers podcast! Bryan and Rp continue our E-ticket summer event by covering Splendor: Marvel. We then scramble to tie into to a theme park and we travel back in time to the 90's and visit the Jim Lee era of Marvel comics at the Islands of Adventure at Universal Studios Florida. Put on your Infinity gauntlet, grab your Auntie Annes pretzel and press play to hear your favorite morons play and review!...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 6
Hello and welcome to the happiest podcast on Earth! Today the morons are hopping back in time to the year 2004 to play the Magic Kingdom Board Game. They dust off this roll and move game as we begin our E-ticket summer event. We first talk about our love for Disney parks and memories we have in Disney Parks, good and bad. We then dive headfirst into the game going over components, gameplay and our overall thoughts. Will we have a zip a dee doo dah good time, or should we Let it Go…to the dump. G...
Jun 05, 2023•48 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Welcome to another episode! In this episode Bryan flies solo as he joins the ancient order of librarians to fight for literacy against the evil, Illiterati. This brand new co-op word game has you surviving against evil as you work together to bind books and craft words. However, the Illiterati has ways to slow you down, will you lose a verb? Play with one eye covered? Or even with no hands at all... Listen to find out if Bryan thinks this game is a hit, or kindling for the fire. Music used: Rain...
May 22, 2023•17 min•Season 5Ep. 4
