Escape Plan (Episode #25)
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/025_Escape_Plan.mp3 In today’s episode of Hot Game Magnet we review ESCAPE PLAN. We have been anticipating this game for a long time, since Justin backed it on Kickstarter. We love the theme and a lot of other stuff that attracted us to this game. Since it arrived we haven’t stopped playing Escape Plan. Consequently, it’s […]
Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/024_Azul_Stained_Glass.mp3 King Manuel I is back again with a whole new palace decorating ambition. Last time it was ceramic tile work but this time it’s all about the windows. In AZUL: Stained Glass of Sintra you and up to three other players are leadlighters competing to create the most beautiful stained glass windows in King […]
Santorini
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/023_Santorini.mp3 In this weeks episode of Hot Game Magnet, we review the simple game of Santorini. What’s better, building your own idyllic Greek island village, or crushing your enemies? How about both? In Santorini by Spinmaster games you get to recreate the fantastic and unique beauty of the famous island of Santorini. Make sure that […]
Wingspan
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/022_Wingspan.mp3 This week on Hot Game Magnet, Board Game Reviews, we soar to new heights. We review one of 2019’s most talked about games; Wingspan by Elizabeth Hargrave and published by Stonemaier Games. We love Scythe and are really curious to see if Wingspan has similar quality staying power and awesome game mechanics. Listen as […]
Secret Hitler
To save episode to your computer, right click and save This week we review a very popular and controversial game: Secret Hitler. Well, one of us reviews Secret Hitler. Unfortunately, Justin has the flu this week and can’t speak, so this week Alison will do her first solo review. We’re very excited to talk […]
Love Letter
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/020_Love_Letter.mp3 To save episode to your computer, right click and save Love Letter is a game we, at Hot Game Magnet, have been enjoying in between the stress which is the adulthood slowly taking over our lives. Today we review this super short card game. An deduction game where we are trying to get our […]
Carcassonne
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/018_Carcassonne.mp3 This week we review, a game that’s been staying hot since it was created in 2000, Carcassone. This seemingly simple tile laying game puts 2-4 players in the position of a planner who must construct the grand French city of Carcassone. Score points by finishing roads, cities, and even the odd cathedral. Prevent your […]
Clans of Caledonia
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/019_Clans_of_Caledonia.mp3 In this episode of Hot Game Magnet we discuss the first ever board game that Alison has purchased- Clans of Caledonia! If you have ever wanted to live in 19th Century Scotland this game is for you. Choose a Scottish Clan and produce, trade and export goods like whiskey, wool, and mutton. Similarly, Clans […]
Tortuga 1667
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/017_Tortuga_1667_FINAL.mp3 To save episode to your computer, right click and save In today’s episode of Hot Game Magnet we delve into the world of pirates in: Tortuga 1667. Set in the Caribbean on the isle of Tortuga this is a game of clever mechanics, simple treachery, and thematic blows. Party games are usually not our […]
HellBoy: The Board Game
http://traffic.libsyn.com/hotgamemagnet/016_Hellboy.mp3 We are so excited to bring you today’s podcast, Hellboy: The Boardgame. This is a long awaited game at our house, as we backed the Kickstarter in 2018. This episode is a beautiful balance of giving you a detailed review of the game with no spoilers. We talk about the replay ability, characters, story […]