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Mark and Rob are back to discuss what they played recently and some industy news. Then its on to the main topics. Can we get gaming Fatigue and Is boardgaming becoming to mainstream? They wrap up with some new crowdfunded items. Enjoy. 00:00 Intro 02:00 What we played 25:00 Industry News 34:05 Gaming Fatigue 51:50 Is Gaming to Mainstream? 1:08:10 Crowdfunding Corner

Join Mark as he unboxes Drillers from Czech Games Edition, complete with the upgraded components package. In this video, he walks through everything in the box—from the unique mechs and player boards to the cubes, cards, player aids, and the main mine board. Follow along as Mark reveals each component and shares his first impressions ahead of his first game night with this new release. Drillers is a game for 1–4 players in which you explore an abandoned mine using your mech, searching for anything valuable left behind by a forgotten mining corporation. As you dig deeper, each level of the mine offers fresh opportunities and tougher challenges while your fuel runs low and decisions get tighter. By collecting cards you upgrade your mech's drilling abilities, unlock new actions, and sell mined minerals for profit. It's a game about planning ahead, tough decision-making, and knowing just how far you can afford to drill. 00:00 Intro 00:33 Game Description 02:28 Opening The Box 04:05 Components 05:39 Player Boards 08:00 Rule Book 10:16 Cards Overview 14:36 Upgraded Components 16:58 Final Thoughts https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/465669/drillers

Join Mark as he opens up his latest addition to his gaming library. Will he have to dig deep to extract the game? https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/465669/drillers

The boys are back. This week they discuss the training site Dized, games played, industry news, and then have a discussion about the Evolution of the Board Game. Enjoy.

In this video, Mark unboxes King of Tokyo: Godzilla, the brand new Godzilla edition from IELLO. Join him as he digs through the box, walks through the eight-page rule book, and reveals all the components inside — including a look at the monster cards, the game board, and some surprising new pieces. Mark also shares his history with the series and previews some of the other games set in this world before heading to the table. King of Tokyo: Godzilla is a family dice game for 2–6 players where Toho's legendary kaijus — Godzilla, King Ghidorah, Hedorah, Rodan, Mothra, and Mechagodzilla — battle to become the one true King of Tokyo. Each turn you roll six dice over three throws, choosing which to keep to score victory points, gain energy, heal, or attack your rivals. Spend energy on powerful cards that grant permanent or temporary abilities, and battle to occupy Tokyo for bonus points while facing every other monster alone. Win by reaching 20 victory points or by being the last monster standing. This edition also introduces new "Event cards" that affect all monsters, plus evolution cards for longtime fans. 00:00 Intro 00:23 Game Description 00:47 How To Play 01:53 Publisher Details 02:22 Opening The Box 04:04 Rule Book 05:24 Monster Standees 07:50 Board And Tokens 09:07 Dice And Energy 11:20 Evolution Cards 16:22 Power Cards 16:53 Final Thoughts https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/463297/king-of-tokyo-godzilla

Join Mark for a mailbag unboxing as something gargantuan arrives at This Board Game Life! On September 5th, Mark opens up his pre-order of King of Tokyo Godzilla and shares his first impressions as he checks out this monster-sized package. He talks through his history with the King of Tokyo series and what he's expecting from this new Godzilla-themed edition. Stick around, because a full unboxing video is on the way! King of Tokyo Godzilla is a family dice game from designer Richard Garfield and publisher IELLO, playable by 2–6 players in around 30 minutes. Take control of a legendary Toho kaiju — Godzilla, King Ghidorah, Hedorah, Rodan, Mothra, or Mechagodzilla — and roll dice to earn victory points, gain energy, heal, and smash your opponents. Battle to occupy Tokyo for extra points, purchase powerful special cards, and face new "Event cards" that shake up the fight. Be the first to reach 20 victory points or the last monster standing to become the true King of Tokyo. 00:00 Intro 00:44 Opening The Box 01:20 King Of Tokyo Godzilla 01:52 Game Description 02:20 Publisher And Creators 02:47 Final Thoughts https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/463297/king-of-tokyo-godzilla