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In Episode 93 of the WiscoDice podcast, we talk with Kevin from the Strong Tower Gaming Convention. Conesy, Brian, Matt, and Justin share their thoughts on the new title form Adam’s Apple Games, Planet Unknown. They also discuss games they’ve been playing and provide an update on hobby projects.

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Episode Show Notes

Games We’ve Been Playing ….. 01:05
Hobby Corner ….. 17:45
Strong Tower Gaming Convention ….. 24:30
Planet Unknown Review ….. 47:00

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Games Featured in this Episode

Golem
Publisher: Cranio Creations
Players: 1-4
Play Time: 90-120 min

Golem Open Box — Jason Excited for Golem

Ark Nova
Publisher: Capstone Games
Players: 1-4
Play Time: 90-150 min

Ark Nova - 2 Player Setup — Ark Nova Game Box

Planet Unknown
Publisher: Adam’s Apple Games
Players: 1-6
Play Time: 60-80 min
Check out our game and food pairing for Board Game Brunch!

Planet Unknown - Game Box — Planet Unknown – Game Box

Planet Unknown - Set-up — Planet Unknown – Game Box

Planet Unknown - Game Play — Planet Unknown – Game Play

BGB - Planet Unknown and Stuffed Shells — Planet Unknown – Game Play

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Hobby Corner

Goliath WIP - Stark — Goliath WIP – Stark

Penguin StreetDemonz-Cone — Penguin Street Demonz – Conesy

Calendar Man - Conesey — Calendar Man – Conesy

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Top 5 Tips to Having a Blast at Gen Con

By Conesy

On May 20, 2022

In Conventions

I have been to Gen Con since it was hosted in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Over more than the last decade, it’s become an annual pilgrimage to Indianapolis for the best four days in gaming. Over that time I have learned a few tips that I wish I knew the first time I went. Here are my top 5 tips to having a blast at Gen Con!

Board Game Brunch: Floriferous and Sweet

By Suzanne

On May 15, 2022

In Board Game Brunch, Board Games, Games, Uncategorized

April showers brought May flowers to us. Enjoy a flowery game of Floriferous and some sweet cupcakes decorated like flowers.

The Game…Floriferous

Floriferous by Pencil First Games has you walking through your garden, collecting flowers for your arrangements. The game says it is a relaxing game, and it does feel like a nice relaxing set collection game.

BGB - Floriferous Game Box — BGB – Floriferous Game Box

BGB - Floriferous Game Set-up — BGB – Floriferous Game Box

Even is another player takes a card you want, there are still at least 2 other good options to choose from. Our game was close, with scores of 25 (Consey) to 31 (Suzanne). I envision Floriferous being pulled out as a nice filler game on game days or when we are playing with less competitive gamers.

BGB - Floriferous - Suzanne - End Game — BGB – Floriferous – Suzanne – End Game

BGB - Floriferous End Game — BGB – Floriferous – Suzanne – End Game

The Food…Cupcake Flowers

Brunch consisted of delicious coffee and cupcakes. Fun, sugary, giant cupcakes decorated like flowers. Nice and relaxing brunch.

BGB - Flower Cupcake — BGB – Flower Cupcake

BGB - Floriferous Game and Cupcake — BGB – Flower Cupcake

And Beyond…

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Episode 92: Top 3 Games for 6 or More

By Suzanne

On May 13, 2022

In Abstract Games, Batman Miniatures Game, Board Game Brunch, Board Games, Cooperative Games, Dice Games, Episode Released, Events, Games, Lists, Miniatures, Painting, Party Games, Podcasts, Push Your Luck Games, Territory Control, Tournaments, Worker Placement Games

In Episode 92 of the WiscoDice podcast, we meet the creator of the game Tin Spin, by Surprisingly Fun Games. The hosts also share their top games that play 6 or more. They also discuss games they’ve been playing and update on hobby projects.

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Episode Show Notes

Games We’ve Been Playing ….. 00:54
Hobby Corner ….. 21:52
Surprisingly Fun Games Interview….. 26:23
Top Games for 6 or More ….. 45:48

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Games Featured in this Episode

Tin Spin
Publisher: Surprisingly Fun Games
Players: 2-6
Live on Kickstarter until May 25, 2022

BMG: Batman Miniatures Game
Publisher: Knight Models
Players: 2
Play Time: 2-3 hours
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Scythe with Invaders from Afar Expansion
Publisher: Stonemaier Games
Players: 1-6
Play Time: 120 min

Libertalia – Winds of Galecrest
Publisher: Stonemaier Games
Players: 1-6
Play Time: 45-60 min

Battlestar Galactica
Publisher: Stonemaier Games
Players: 3-6
Play Time: 2-3 hours

Mysterium
Publisher: Libellud
Players: 2-7
Play Time: 45 min

Steampunk Rally
Publisher: Roxley
Players: 2-8
Play Time: 60 min

Dominant Species
Publisher: GMT
Players: 2-6
Play Time: 2-4 hours
Check out our Board Game Brunch Match-up with Dominant Species

Dominant Species - Game Box — Dominant Species – Game Box

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Hobby Corner

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Board Game Brunch: Sharing Donuts with Iron Man

By Suzanne

On May 8, 2022

In Board Game Brunch, Board Games, Card Games, Cooperative Games

BGB - Marvel Champions and Donuts — BGB – Marvel Champions and Donuts

What better way to spend Sunday morning than with sharing a Randy’s donut and coffee with Iron Man? No Randy’s Donuts here in Madison, but we enjoyed some delicious donuts from Greenbush Bakery. After fueling up, we went and had Iron Man and Hulk battle Ultron in Marvel Champions.

The Game…Marvel Champions

BGB - Marvel Champions Iron Man and Hulk — BGB – Marvel Champions Iron Man and Hulk

Marvel Champions, by Fantasy Flight Games, is a cooperative card game where each player is a Marvel superhero, working to defeat a villain. This is a great game where you are immersed in the role you choose and each player deck is built to maximize the hero’s strengths. I played as Hulk and had fun smashing the villain each round. Consey played as Iron Man and spent the early part of the game building his tech up.

BGB - Marvel Champions Set-up — BGB – Marvel Champions Set-up

BGB - Marvel Champions Mid-Game Villain — BGB – Marvel Champions Set-up

Our game seemed to be going pretty well and we felt as if we were gaining ground, until Hulk died. Once that happened, it was up to Iron Man to finish off Ultron. Unfortunately, the suit hadn’t been fully built up before Hulk died, which gave him an uphill battle. He fought valiantly, but ultimately Ultron got away.

BGB - Marvel Champions Hulk Died — BGB – Marvel Champions Hulk Died

BGB - Marvel Champions End Game — BGB – Marvel Champions Hulk Died

The Food…Donuts and Coffee

Brunch consisted of delicious coffee and donuts. The best donut place around here is Greenbush Bakery. We picked up some great donuts and enjoyed our Iron Man inspired breakfast.

BGB - Donuts and Coffee — BGB – Donuts and Coffee

And Beyond…

Looking for other Board Game Brunch Games and Food Parings? Check them out here: http://wiscodice.com/category/games/board-games/board-game-brunch/. Have a game or food you would like to see paired for an upcoming Board Game Brunch? Let us know via social media.

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