Show Notes
Not a top 5, not a top ten.... Today the gang gets together to go over FORTY TWO of the very best board games of 2025! We chat about all of em, and include each of our picks for our favorite game of the year, as well as some games we're looking forward to in 2026! Want to share your thoughts? JOIN THE DISCORD! BGG Compilation of content creator top lists www.levelupgamepodcast.com
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