Show Notes
In Episode 275 we return to the mailbag and answer a bunch of our listener's board game related questions. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 1:31 What are some of your go-to games for groups that have varying levels of gamers? 9:55 What are the parts of this hobby that annoy you the most? 13:16 What do you think are the biggest omissions from BGHT feature reviews? 17:36 What is your most played board game (in person)? 21:27 How do you decide between the urge to play something you know you like versus the obligation to play something new? 27:07 Are there groups of family or friends you don't bring out games for or to? 30:40 What are your forever games? 36:09 Which games make you feel clever? 46:12 Can you detail your current game groups? 55:53 Do you have any house rules you use? 58:55 Words of advice for a weekend gaming event inspired by BGHT cons? If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/boardgamehottakes Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/boardgamehottakes.bsky.social Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boardgamehottakes Join our Board Game Arena Community: https://boardgamearena.com/group?id=11417205 Join our Discord server at: https://discord.gg/vMtAYQWURd
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