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Malthaus GamesEp.109 Nice Buns, Scaling Games for Kids, and Kid Friendly Re-themeEpisode 109 is here! Welcome to 2022 and thank you for returning to the Malthaus Games Podcast. In this episode we talk about a holiday hit for our friends, family, and anyone we show the game too. Nice Buns from Big Potato Games has been a smash with everyone so far and we thought it was perfect to start the year off! We talk about it before diving into playing games with younger kids. We played Nice Buns with a 5 year old, and she won! We give you some other good game ideas as well before telling you what game we could...2022-01-0938 min
Malthaus GamesEp.99 PaleoVet, Dice Games, and Favorite DinosaursEpisode 99 is here! Come listen as we discuss an upcoming Kickstarter from a local company, Absurdist Productions. Their new game is called PaleoVet and is all about taking care of sick dinosaurs! We talk all about the game, including the amazing artwork, while enjoying some beer from our trip to Oregon. We then discuss dice games and how dice are used before telling you our favorite dinosaurs. Be sure to like, share, subscribe, and sign up for the Paleo Vet Kickstarter!
Game Talk: 9:40
Top Shelf Topic: 24:23
Pint Sized Question: 44:30
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Pax Pamir, Castles of Burgundy, King of Tokyo, Yahtzee...2021-08-2251 min
Malthaus GamesEp.98 Mombasa, Retheming, What Would You Retheme?Episode 98 is live! In this episode we discuss Mombasa, a game from Alexander Pfister, Delton's favorite designer. We go into detail on this game, including the problematic theme. That leads into the topic of the episode about retheming games, including the likely retheme of Mombasa that is upcoming, with no date yet. We talk about our thoughts on many things about theme and retheming before answering the question of what game we want to see rethemed. This is a deep episode with a lot of good and valuable talk. We hope you enjoy it! We did it all to Elk...2021-08-0857 min
Malthaus GamesEp.97 The Oracle of Delphi, Religion in Games, and Our Philosophy GameEpisode 97 is live! In this episode we dive into The Oracle of Delphi, a Feld game from 2016. We talk about our time with it before getting into the topic of games using religion as a theme. The topic is a bit real but it is something designers should always consider when utilizing religion in games! We think it was a fun talk and one that needs to be had more often. After that we go on to tell you what philosophy we think needs to have a game with it as the theme. We do all of this while having...2021-07-2548 min
Malthaus GamesEp.96 Plantopia, Flavor Text, and Our Flavor TextEpisode 96 is live! We finally got Plantopia to the table and are here to tell you about it! This cute game we backed on Kickstarter is just an adorable game about planting and growing the punniest plants ever! We talk all about it before diving into the topic about flavor text. We have a good talk a bout flavor text and ways it can be presented before answering the question of what our flavor text would be. Be sure to give it a listen and then like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 9:25
Top Shelf Topic: 21:12
Pint Sized Question: 37:56
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Malthaus GamesEp.95 Tokyo Highway, Quitting a Game, and Game Based OccupationEpisode 95 is live! This episode is all about our time with Tokyo Highway, the game Delton bought for his 30th birthday. We played it at 3 and 2 players and have some thoughts on it! We also talk about when it's okay to stop playing a game. We then move from that into answering the question of what our profession would be based on our board gaming skills, or lack thereof. We do this while having a highball made with Suntory Toki whiskey! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 8:31
Top Shelf Topic: 23:00
Pint Sized Question: 34:30
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Tokyo Highway...2021-06-2743 min
Malthaus GamesEp.94 Call to Adventure, Storytelling, and Our AlignmentEpisode 94 is here! In this episode we talk about Call to Adventure! This game is an engine building game that sees you taking story decisions as you build your character. We go on to talk about storytelling in games like this, rpgs, and even in games that don't present story decisions. We finish out by telling you what our favorite D&D alignments are! We do it all while drinking Rez Dog from Skydance Brewing, and Los Naranjos from Black Mesa Brewing Company. Make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 16:02
Top Shelf Topic: 28:00
Pint Sized Question: 48:51
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...2021-06-1355 minMalthaus GamesEp.93 Flesh & Blood TCG, Dueling Card Games, Feeling As Your RoleEpisode 93 is here! In this episode we do a deep dive into the new TCG that seems to be taking the world by storm, Flesh and Blood TCG. We discuss the ins and outs of Flesh and Blood while telling you why it's different than what we've played before. We talk about what we like and why! We then go into the topic discussing dueling card games and what we think of them as a style. We end the show by answering the question of if we feel like the role these games say we are playing.
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Malthaus GamesEp.92 Cleocatra, Cat Games, and Our Favorite Cat GameEpisode 92 has arrived! This episode is all about Cleocatra and cat themed games. We discuss why we like cat themed games, and we tell you about all of the ones we own. We do so with some early morning coffee and a special treat from Trader Joe's! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 13:23
Top Shelf Topic: 21:26
Pint Sized Question: 27:08
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Calico, T-Rex's Holiday, Cat Lady, Cat Sudoku, Festival of a Thousand Cats, Kung Fur Fight, Felicity the Cat in the Sack, Communist Cats, Exploding Kittens, Kitty Paw, My Little Scythe, Cobra Paw, Rescue Cats, Kittens in...2021-05-1632 min
Malthaus GamesEp.91 Kremlin, Second Chances, and BMKEpisode 91 is here! Come listen as we discuss our time with Kremlin, a game that didn't make a good impression upon first play. We discuss our time with it before going into the topic of giving games second chances. Finally we play a game as the question that you just have to hear... It was all Hayley's idea! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 7:48
Top Shelf Topic: 18:38
Pint Sized Question: 30:53
Game Mentions:
1960: The Making of the President, Maracaibo, Splendor
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Malthaus GamesEp.90 Maracaibo, Gaming Burnout, and Our First OutingEpisode 90 is live! Come listen as we discuss the Alexander Pfister game Maracaibo. We both really enjoyed this game and found a lot of fun in it! We talk about it before going into the topic of Gaming Burnout where we discuss the pandemic really effecting Delton's gaming negatively as well as making Hayley ready for more games. We close out the show by telling you the first things we want to do after everything opens up in life! All of this is while drinking Captain Dynamite from New Belgium, and Cobra Scare from Mother's! Be sure to like, share...2021-04-1851 min
Malthaus GamesEp.89 Riverboat, Farming in Games, and What Would You Farm?Episode 89 is live! Take a listen as we dive into Riverboat, a game about farming and sending your crop down the Mississippi to be sold! We then talk about farming in games and why it's such an easy and good theme. We end it all out by answering the question "What one crop would you grow?" We do all of this while drinking a Imperial Stout from Tupps, and a Hazy IPA from Anthem, both of which are very good! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 10:12
Top Shelf Topic: 37:10
Pint Sized Question: 46:41
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Agricola, Oh My...2021-04-0351 minMalthaus GamesEp.88 At the Gates of Loyang, Between Turn Etiquette, and Our Most AP GameEpisode 88 is live! We cover another Uwe Rosenburg game with At the Gates of Loyang in this episode! We then talk about how to behave between turns when someone is struggling to complete their turn. We end it with telling you a game that gives us analysis paralysis! We do it all while enjoying some non-alcoholic beverages! Come take a listen, then be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 8:04
Top Shelf Topic: 24:24
Pint Sized Question: 40:28
Game Mentions:
Agricola, Lisboa, Pret A Porter, Le Havre
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Game Talk: 13:34
Top Shelf Topic: 26:33
Pint Sized Question: 42:01
Game Mentions:
Patchwork, Sushi Go
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Malthaus GamesEp.86 The Crew, Thoughts on Trick Taking, and Where Does Trick Come From?Episode 86 is here! In this episode we discuss the new craze with The Crew. This cooperative trick taking game has been discussed a lot lately, and after playing it we understand why! We then give our thoughts on Trick Taking as a game style before answering the question "Why is it called a trick?" We do it all with a Frenzy Brewing Co Cream Weaver, and a Space Goat Pale Ale from Big Sky Brewing. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe. That helps us further our reach and can introduce more people to our content!
Game Talk: 11:26
Top Shelf...2021-02-2147 minMalthaus GamesEp.85 NMBR 9, Gaming Online, and Favorite Online MomentEpisode 85 is live! This episode we come back to a game we talked about a long time ago in Episode 3. NMBR 9 has continued to be one of our favorite games to play with new players, on puzzle-y game days, and over video chat. After talking all about it, we talk about playing games online with friends, over several platforms! We end the episode telling you our favorite moment or experience we have had playing online with friends during this time! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe. That helps us further our reach and can introduce more people to our...2021-02-0735 minMalthaus GamesEp.84 Lisboa, Enjoying the Experience, and 2021 AchievementsEpisode 84 is here! We finally sat down to tackle the big game that's been on our un-played shelf for years. Lisboa. We discuss our time with the game, and how one of us wasn't a fan of it! We then move into the topic of how to enjoy the experience when you don't enjoy the game. We end the episode our by talking about things we are proud of in 2021 so far! We do it all while enjoying a beer from Twisted Spike and Prairie Artisan Ales. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to keep up with all of...2021-01-2441 min
Malthaus GamesEp.83 Medium, Psychic Games, What Am I Thinking?Episode 83 is Live! This episode we play a little bit of the game Medium for you live! We then go on to discuss game that want you to think like another player. We wrap the episode up by trying to determine what the other person is thinking. Be sure to take a listen as we enjoy Crooked Stave's Sour Rose and a Ginger Beer from Aldi. Like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes!
Game Talk: 10:42
Top Shelf Topic: 27:15
Pint Sized Question: 37:36
Game Mentions:
Wavelength, Mysterium, Dixit, Codenames, Muse
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Game Talk: 9:38
Top Shelf Topic: 19:44
Pint Sized Question: 35:47
Game Mentions:
Patchwork, Fae, Hive, Wavelength, Sagrada, Calico, Adventure Mart, Quacks of Quedlinburg
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If you would like to help us improve our product, here's...2020-12-2743 minMalthaus GamesEp.81 Targi, Long Two Player Games, Our Favorite Game LengthEpisode 81 is live! This episode is where we discuss our new experience with Targi, a game we got from our kind Board Game Geek Secret Santa. We then discuss longer two player games, since most two player only games tend to fall on the shorter side of playtime. We then tell you our favorite game length. All of this is done while enjoying two beers from Lively Beer Works.
Game Talk: 10:18
Top Shelf Topic: 19:48
Pint Sized Question: 30:57
Game Mentions:
Twilight Struggle, Labyrinth, 1960 Making of the President, Hive, Patchwork, Morels
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If you would like to help us improve our product...2020-12-1336 minMalthaus GamesEp.80 Mariposas, Feeling Rushed, and Favorite BirthdayEpisode 80 is live! Come take a listen as we discuss one of Hayley's birthday presents, Mariposas from AEG. We discuss the game before going into the topic of feeling rushed in a game. This is one where you can't do everything that you want to do and boy is it rough! We then go on to discuss our favorite birthdays, since this is Hayley's birthday episode! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to help us keep growing!
Game Talk: 4:31
Top Shelf Topic: 11:20
Pint Sized Question: 20:15
Game Mentions:
Scythe, Calico, Wingspan
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Game Talk: 9:06
Top Shelf Topic: 17:40
Pint Sized Question: 29:58
Game Mentions:
Takenoko, Junk Art, Flick Em Up, Ice Cool, King of Tokyo, Kingdomino, Ticket to Ride
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Malthaus GamesEp.78 Herb Witches, Halloween Traditions, and Our Love for FallEpisode 78 is live! This episode is all about the Quacks of Quedlinburg expansion Herb Witches. We discuss it and then go on to discuss our Halloween traditions throughout our lives before answering a question about why we love the Halloween season. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 9:22
Top Shelf Topic: 27:16
Pint Sized Question: 35:42
Game Mentions:
The Quacks of Quedlinburg
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Something Elated by...2020-11-0142 minMalthaus GamesEp.77 Spooky Games pt.2, Atmosphere, and Favorite CostumesEpisode 77 is now live! Come take a listen to the second half of our top 10 favorite spooky games. We also discuss what makes a game scary, and how to add that feeling in to really bring that to the table. We end by telling you about our favorite costumes that we have worn for Halloween! Drinking some Rahr & Sons and Blue Moon beers along the way. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 9:20
Top Shelf Topic: 29:45
Pint Sized Question: 37:10
Game Mentions:
Bitten, Cryptid, Dead of Winter, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Mysterium
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If you would like to help...2020-10-1842 minMalthaus GamesEp.76 Spooky Games, Traitor Mechanics, and Our Favorite Scary MovieEpisode 76 is now live! Come take a listen to the first half of our top 10 favorite spooky games. We also discuss why we love the traitor mechanic in a lot of semi-coop games. We end by telling you our favorite scary movies! Drinking some Dogfish Head and Mountain Fork beers along the way. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 9:46
Top Shelf Topic: 27:20
Pint Sized Question: 35:09
Game Mentions:
Mr. Jack, Pumpkin Patch, Arkham Horror LCG, Ghost Stories, Lovecraft Letter, Dead of Winter, Shadows Over Camelot, Battlestar Galactica
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If you would like to help us improve our product...2020-10-0341 minMalthaus GamesEp.75 Tzolk'in, Intimidating Games, and Overcoming That IntimidationEpisode 75 is live! Come take a listen as we discuss Tzolk'in: The Mayan Calendar. This is a game that we have had on our shelf for quite a while and we finally got it to the table! We then go on to discuss what can make a game intimidating to play before we answer the question of how to overcome that intimidation. We do all of this while drinking a beer from Mountain Fork Brewing and Lost Forty Brewing. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 11:12
Top Shelf Topic: 24:18
Pint Sized Question: 40:55
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Azul, Kung Fur Fight...2020-09-1945 minMalthaus GamesEp.74 Calico, Variable Objectives, Favorite CatsEpisode 74 is live! Come listen as we discuss a new favorite of ours, Calico. This game is all about sewing quilts to try and get cats to sleep on them! It's a super cute game with a lot to offer if you love a good puzzle! We then go on to talk about why we love varying objectives in games since Calico has changing objectives every game. We then let you know what our favorite cats in a game are. Make sure to give us a like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 6.34
Top Shelf Topic: 21:24
Pint Sized Question: 33:01
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...2020-09-0637 minMalthaus GamesEp.73 Introduction Episode To Board Game Terms, and How to Play Games AffordablyEpisode 73 is live! This is an introductory episode all about game terms and mechanics. We wanted to make this episode to help listeners with some of the terms we use so often. We also wanted to use this episode to be able to tell you a little about each mechanic, what we like about it, and what some readily available games using that mechanic are. Hopefully we don't go through these too fast because we cover quite a bit in this episode!
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Top Shelf Topic: 10:30
Pint Sized Question: 47:31
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Dominion, Paperback, Carcassonne, Wingspan, 7 Wonders, Sushi Go...2020-08-2355 minMalthaus GamesEp.72 Adventure Mart, Deck-building, Our Adventure Mart SpecialtyEpisode 72 is all about Adventure Mart! This is the new deck-building game from Hub Games. They sent us a review copy to get our thoughts, and here they are! (Spoiler alert, it's really good!) We div e into the game, and then we go on to discuss deck-building as a mechanic and game genre. We close out the show by answering the question "If we had our own Adventure Mart, what would be our specialty?" Make sure to like, share, and subscribe our podcast, as well as all of Hub Games on social media!
Game Talk: 9:13
Top Shelf Topic: 32:51
Pint...2020-08-0949 minMalthaus GamesEp.71 Heaven and Ale, Efficiency, Is Beer Art or ScienceEpisode 71 is live! In this episode, we discuss Heaven and Ale. A game Delton purchased a couple of years ago and now we've finally been able to play it. After talking about it we then go on to discuss efficiency and how Heaven and Ale is a game most focused on efficiency. We then move into the question, asking if Beer is more science, or more art? Hayley also gets to tell you why her scores were so high in Heaven and Ale!(hint: we got a rule wrong...) Make sure to give it all a listen and then be...2020-07-2645 minMalthaus GamesEp.70 La Isla, Secondhand Games, Favorite Secondhand FindsEpisode 70 is here! Come sit with us as we talk about La Isla from Ravensburger. This is an older game that we got at the BBG Con 2019 Bazaar. We then discuss our thoughts on buying games secondhand and the pros and cons that come with that. We then talk about our favorite secondhand finds from our lives! we do all of this while drinking a Rainbow Sherbet from Prairie Artisan Ales, and a Witkist White from Odell Brewing. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 13:27
Top Shelf Topic: 22:03
Pint Sized Question: 38:35
Game Mentions:
Ra
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If you would...2020-07-1246 minMalthaus GamesEp.69 Twilight Struggle, Communism Themes, and Our Favorite RussianEpisode 69 is live! In this special Hayley episode, we discuss Twilight Struggle! This is Hayley's favorite game. She happens to win every time she plays, but that isn't why! It's a great game that she adores. A large amount of that adoration comes from her love of communism and the Cold War era politics. We talk about the theme of this game and why we love it. We then go on to talk about communism as a theme in games and why it works so well. We then close out by telling you our favorite Russian, fictitious or real. Listen...2020-06-2852 minMalthaus GamesEp.68 Ra, Betting Games, and Favorite Gambling MemoryEpisode 68 is here! In this episode we discuss Ra, a game about auctions. We then discuss betting in games, and how our views on betting differs. We then go on to tell you our favorite memory involving gambling. Make sure to give it a listen, and then be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 12:44
Top Shelf Topic: 24:50
Pint Sized Question: 36:38
Game Mentions:
Felicity: The Cat in the Sack, That's Not Lemonade, Wingspan, No Thanks, Poker
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Game Talk: 8:52
Top Shelf Topic: 26:34
Pint Sized Question: 33:24
Game Mentions:
Agricola, Patchwork, Magic: The Gathering
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If you would like to help...2020-05-3142 minMalthaus GamesEp.66 My Little Scythe, Fan Creations, and What Would We Change?Episode 66 is here! We discuss My Little Scythe from Stonemaier Games. It's a fan made variant on Scythe that was produced and published for retail! We talk about why it is a great game, and a great way to introduce new comers to games, as well as being a good game to play with younger children. We then discuss fan made creations, such as variants, house rules, and other ways people make a game their own. We close it all out by answering the question of "What would you change about a game?" Come take a listen and be sure...2020-05-1737 minMalthaus GamesEp.65 Ben Kanelos, Social Deduction, and Hidden RoleEpisode 65 is our talk with Ben Kanelos, board game designer and friend. We talk with Ben, enjoying a beer, and discussing his approach to game design and what makes hidden role and social deduction games click for him. We talk about how he has been flexing his design muscles in quarantine, and how he spends some of his free time as well. Come take a listen to this great chat with Ben, and then make sure to check out his games, because they are great! Be sure to like share and subscribe to the podcast, and then follow Ben on...2020-05-0356 min
Malthaus GamesEp.64 Alan Gerding, Game Design, and Industry ChangesEpisode 64 is our very first interview over the internet! We talk with our friend Alan Gerding and lots of random things, including his approach to game design. Hopefully you enjoy this conversation and want to check our Alan's games! We had a blast recording with him and we highly recommend their selection of games, as well as the 200+ episode backlog of the Tuesday Knight Podcast. Be sure to follow them @playtkg on Twitter! We of course drank another Roughtail beer this episode, and Amber Management was very good! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
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Agricola, Two Rooms...2020-04-191h 08Malthaus GamesEp.63 Oh My Goods!, Gaming in Quarantine, and Making the Best of ItEpisode 63 is here! We discuss Oh MY Goods! from Alexander Pfister and Lookout Spiele. It's only one of Delton's favorite card games! We then go on to discuss gaming in quarantine and several different ways to game alone and with others. We move into the question of "How are you making the best of quarantine?" All of this is done while drinking two beers from Roughtail Brewing Co., Polar Eclipse: Rum Barrel Aged, and Road Toad. Come listen and be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 10:19
Top Shelf Topic: 18:21
Pint Sized Question: 36:00
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Race for the Galaxy...2020-04-0545 minMalthaus GamesEp.62 A Fake Artist, and Feeling Out of PlaceEpisode 62 has arrived! In this episode we touch on our trip to Montreal, Quebec, Canada. We talk about our Quarantine time at home, and then we go to discuss games! We let you know out love for A Fake Artist Goes to New York from Oink Games, while drinking Big Foot 2013 from Sierra Nevada. We then discuss feeling out of place in a game group, or at a con, or at a local meetup. That leads us to talking about our times that we have felt out of place, while drinking Grand Sport Porter from Coop Ale Works. Make sure...2020-03-2241 minMalthaus GamesEp.61 Classic Card Games, Nostalgia, and Characters Favorite GamesEpisode 61 is where we talk about classic card games that we played as a kid and still play today. We discuss and mention several of those before we dive into nostalgia and how it's being used in marketing today in the game industry. We move to answer Allison's question of"What would one of your favorite TV or movie character's favorite game be, and why?" we do all this while enjoying Phantasmogoria from Prairie Artisan Ales, and Angry Santa from Rahr & Sons.
Game Talk: 7:58
Top Shelf Topic: 24:00
Pint Sized Question: 32:36
Game Mentions:
Codenames, Just One, Twister, Twilight Struggle, Fiasco.
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Game Talk: 9:09
Top Shelf Topic: 19:16
Pint Sized Question: 33:22
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NMBR9, Patchwork, A Feast For Odin, Second...2020-02-2343 minMalthaus GamesEp.59 Pax Pamir, Historical Sensitivity, and Awkward MeetingsEpisode 59 is all about the amazing Pax Pamir from Wehrlegig Games! Come take a listen as we discuss what we love about Pax Pamir Second Edition. We also dive into the care that we feel was put into the theme of the game and the direction that the designer, Cole Wehrle, took the theme to make it into something special. We then answer the question "What was an awkward board game celebrity encounter?" Come listen as we discuss all of this while drinking an IPA from Crooked Stave, and a Firefly Crew from Elk Valley Brewing.
Game Talk: 9:40
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Malthaus GamesEp.58 Pret-A-Porter, Kickstarter, and Playing Games for the ArtEpisode 58 is where we talk all about Pret-A-Porter from Portal Games! We discuss our time with the kickstarted third edition before we dive into the topic of Kickstarter. After that we answer a fan question from Jennifer A. that asks us what game we like to play just because of the artwork. We also drink a Tangerine Express IPA from Stone, and a Neato Bandito from Deep Ellum. Make sure to give it a listen and then be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 11:09
Top Shelf Topic: 28:29
Pint Sized Question: 38:44
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Wingspan, Kung Fur Fight, Holding On...2020-01-2646 min
Malthaus GamesEp.57 Cat Sudoku, Playing Games You Dislike, Our Love/Hate GamesEpisode 57 is the first episode of 2020! We talk about Cat Sudoku as well has Hayley's time with the flu. We then move on to talk about playing games we dislike and how we handle that. We end by talking about games we play, that the other person dislikes. We do all of this while having a Mountain Standard IP from Odell Brewing, and a Tiger's Blood cider from Bishop Cider Co. Take a listen, then be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 9:32
Top Shelf Topic: 16:49
Pint Sized Question: 28:36
Game Mentions:
T-Rex's Holiday, Millennium Blades, Smash Up, Sushi Go
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Malthaus GamesEp.56 Wavelength, Changing Tastes, and Plans for 2020Episode 56 is the episode to close out 2019. We discuss Delton's favorite party game right now, Wavelength. We do so while sipping on some Hot Toddy's, which is spiced tea with whiskey. We use Angel's Envy Bourbon, and Bullet Rye Whiskey. We then talk about how our gaming tastes have changed over the years and how that has been a positive thing. We then talk about our plans for 2020 and what we can do to hit them this time! Make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 12:55
Top Shelf Topic: 20:21
Pint Sized Question: 26:08
Game Mentions:
Muse, Codenames, Black Angel, C02...2019-12-2934 min
Malthaus GamesEp.55 Just One, Christmas Gaming, and Favorite Games During ChristmasEpisode 55 is about one of our favorite party games, Just One! We discuss Just One, and announce our holiday giveaway! We then talk about Christmas gaming before we answer the question "What is your favorite Christmas Game?" Take a listen as we drink Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale, and Boulevard Flora Obscura. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 7:50
Top Shelf Topic: 17:14
Pint Sized Question: 24:43
Game Mentions:
Ticket to Ride, Battleship, Muse, Cat Lady, Pollyanna, Escape: Curse of the Temple
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
www.patreon...2019-12-1531 min
Malthaus GamesEp.54 Festival of a Thousand Cats, The Con Experience, and Favorite Con MomentsEpisode 54 is where we tell you about some of BGG Con 2019! We then go on to discuss a game we played and purchased there, Festival of a Thousand Cats(of course it's a cat game!). We then take our con experience and tell you about how to approach a con from our perspectives. Lastly we tell you about our favorite con memory so far. We do this all while drinking Seasick Crocodile from Prairie Artisan Ales from here in Oklahoma. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 9:50
Top Shelf Topic: 20:28
Pint Sized Question: 28:02
Game Mentions:
Pitchcar, Bamboleo
Support:
...2019-12-0135 min
Malthaus GamesEp.53 Corinth, Diverse Strategies, and Misread RulesEpisode 53 is where we discuss Corinth, the new roll and write game from Days of Wonder. We banter about whats coming up, including BGG Con in Dallas! We then go on to talk about riding the line between a focused or spread out strategy. We end the show answering the question "What rule did you misread in a rule book?" Come take a listen to this early morning episode where we are drinking coffee and getting ready for a wedding! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 9:10
Top Shelf Topic: 20:26
Pint Sized Question: 26:50
Support:
If you would like...2019-11-1734 min
Malthaus GamesEp.52 Once Upon a Time, Live Play, and Favorite VoicesEpisode 52 is all about Once Upon a Time: The Story Telling Card Game. After discussing the game, we do something we haven't done yet, we play! We use the topic section of this episode to tell a story while playing Once Upon a Time. Hopefully you enjoy this special Halloween story that we probably didn't make as scary as it needs to be! We do it while drinking Juicy Goodness from Left Hand Brewing, and Juicy Mavs from Surreal Brewing Co.
Game Talk: 10:40
Top Shelf Topic: 17:01
Pint Sized Question: 50:19
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product...2019-11-0353 min
Malthaus GamesEp.51 The Quacks of Quedlinburg, Push Your Luck Games, Pushing Luck In LifeEpisode 51 is all about The Quacks of Quedlinburg. This game, from North Star Games, won the 2018 Kennerspiel Des Jahres which means Strategy Game of The Year. Come listen as we discuss out time with it and all the fun we've been having. We then move on to talk about push your luck games, and why we like them so much, and we close out the show with the question "How do you push your luck in real life?" This episode has us drinking Broken Tile from Vanessa House Beer Co., and Magic Juice from Elk Valley Brewing. Take a listen...2019-10-1949 min
Malthaus GamesEp.50 Point Salad, Drafting, and Drafting In Real LifeEpisode 50 is here! In this landmark episode we discuss Point Salad from AEG and then talk about Drafting as a mechanic. We are drinking Astrodog from Stonecloud Brewing Co, and Adios Pantalones from Rahr & Sons Brewing Co. Thank you for coming with us to episode 50! Whether you are a new listener or have been here from episode 1, we appreciate you and hope you continue to enjoy what we are doing! Let's keep going toward that next goal of 100!
Game Talk: 9:12
Top Shelf Topic: 20:35
Pint Sized Question: 31:26
Game Mentions:
Sushi Go, 7 Wonders, Magic: The Gathering,
Support:
If you would like to...2019-10-0635 min
Malthaus GamesEp.49 Wingspan, Tableau Building, and Most Likely to BirdsIn episode 49 we discuss Wingspan from Stonemaier Games. Wingspan won the Spiel Des Jahres in Germany and we knew we had to cover it on the show. As we talk about it we drink This Land from Marshall Brewing, and a La Gitana from Twisted Spike Brewing. We discuss why we love tableau building games, and then we answer the classic yearbook question of "Who is the most likely to ___." This time, it's about birds!
Game Talk: 9:22
Top Shelf Topic: 25:54
Pint Sized Question: 39:00
Game Mentions:
Isle of Skye, 7 Wonders, Carcassonne, Arboretum, Pax Pamir, Race For The Galaxy
Support:
If you...2019-09-2246 min
Malthaus GamesEp.48 Flip Over Frog, Travel Games 2.0, and The Worst Travel Methods for GamesWelcome to episode 48! In this episode we discuss Flip Over Frog, that was provided to us by Hub Games for review. We discuss the game, then go on to add some games to our Travel Games list before coming up with the worst travel methods and game combo! This episode sees us drinking Roughtail's Dad Talk Lager, and Abita's Purple Haze Raspberry Lager. Make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 7:39
Top Shelf Topic: 19:58
Pint Sized Question: 33:31
Game Mentions:
Twilight Struggle, Oink Games (Insider, Fake Artist, Startups), NMBR 9, 3 Laws of Robotics, Railroad Ink, The Mind, The Game, Sagrada, That's...2019-09-0838 min
Malthaus GamesEp.47 Watergate, Political Themes, and Dream Political GamesEpisode 47 is where we discuss a new favorite, Watergate. It was one of the games Delton brought home from Gen Con. We ramble on a bit, discuss Watergate, then take you into the topic of why we love political themed games. After that we tell you our favorite political thing in history that we think would make an awesome game. We drink a Rye Pale Ale from Iron Monk, and a Marzen Oktoberfest from 903 Brewers. Take a listen and then be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 13:10
Top Shelf Topic: 29:10
Pint Sized Question: 43:15
Game Mentions:
Twilight Struggle, Red...2019-08-2551 min
Malthaus GamesEp.46 Post Gen-Con, Flamme Rouge, Sport Games, and Our Racing StrategyEpisode 46 starts off with Delton trying to quickly tell his story of Gen Con 2019! Even though he's not as fast as he thinks it's still entertaining! Hayley then goes on to talk about what she did while he was gone. Then we discuss Flamme Rouge, our favorite racing game. We move into the topic to talk about sports in games and how they seem to be a missed opportunity for great games. Then we answer the question "What is your racing strategy?" Come take a listen as we have a fun episode with two great beers from Anthem and Iron...2019-08-1146 min
Malthaus GamesEp.45 Gen Con 2019, Wishing We Knew, and What We Look Forward ToEpisode 45 is where we discuss what games Delton wants to bring home from Gen Con, as well as the games Hayley wants Delton to check out. We then talk about the things we wish we would have known before our first Gen Con. We go on to answer the question of "What do you look forward to the most." Make sure to hit up the great 903 Brewers which is the brewery of the beers for this episode. Then make sure you like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 8:19
Top Shelf Topic: 27:31
Pint Sized Question: 45:32
Game Mentions:
Calico, Watergate, Megacity: Oceania, Black...2019-07-2848 min
Malthaus GamesEp.44 Sunset Over Water, Picking Turn Order, and Favorite Game LengthEpisode 44 is about relaxing and looking at the beautiful art of Sunset Over Water. We discuss this game that we have been loving while drinking two beers from O'Dell Brewing. Come take a listen and make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 10:30
Top Shelf Topic: 23:02
Pint Sized Question: 33:46
Game Mentions:
Dead of Winter, Fresco, Viticulture
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
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Sound Attributions:
Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from...2019-07-1344 min
Malthaus GamesEp.43 3 Laws of Robotics, Lying in Games, and Our Best Lying GamesIn episode 43 we dive deep into 3 Laws of Robotics, which was provided to us by Floodgate Games for review. We then go on to discuss Lying in Games, and we tell you what lying games we think we are best at. The beers for the episode are both from Sibling Revelry Brewing out of Westlake, Ohio. Their IPA and Lavender Wit. Take a listen and be sure to like, share, and subscribe! Then be sure to pick up 3 Laws!
Game Talk: 12:30
Top Shelf Topic: 36:35
Pint Sized Question: 48:44
Game Mentions:
Avalon, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Two Rooms and a Boom, Coup...2019-06-3052 min
Malthaus GamesEp.42 Railroad Ink, Simultaneous Turns, and Clever NamesIn episode 42 we discuss the roll and write game that has stolen our hearts, Railroad Ink. We then discuss taking simultaneous turns in games. Finally we go on to answer the question "What is our favorite word play in a game." Make sure to like, share, and subscribe to keep up to date!
Game Talk: 7:48
Top Shelf Topic: 24:03
Pint Sized Question: 29:35
Game Mentions:
Railroad Ink, Welcome To, Escape: Curse of the Temple, Broom Service, Paperback
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
www.patreon.com/MalthausGames
podpledge.com?p=3D8...2019-06-1535 min
Malthaus GamesEp.41 Decrypto, Clue Giving Games, and Failed CluesEpisode 41 is where we discuss our recent travels! We got to go to a camping board game retreat in Ohio, and on a fun weekend vacation to Kansas City. The banter will be discussing all of that for this episode! After that we get into Decrypto, one of our new favorite party word games. We discuss clue giving games and why we enjoy them, then we move into the question about failed clues we have given in the past. Take a listen and make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 20:48
Top Shelf Topic: 34:43
Pint Sized Question: 41:08
Game Mentions:
...2019-06-0247 min
Malthaus GamesEp.40 Blank, House Ruling, Our Favorite House RulesEpisode 40 is about creating things during play! We talk about Blank, the Uno like game that lets you create cards to alter and change the game as you play. We then discuss house rules after a weekend of HEAVILY house ruled Uno. That leads us to discuss our favorite house rules. Come take a listen and see why you need to get Blank!
Game Talk: 11:10
Top Shelf Topic: 19:56
Pint Sized Question: 27:02
Game Mentions:
Patchwork, Monopoly, Life, Uno, Blank
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
www.patreon.com/MalthausGames
podpledge...2019-05-1831 min
Malthaus GamesEp.39 Caverna: Cave vs. Cave, Teaching Games, Two Player Versions?Episode 39 is here! We talk about our time with Caverna: Cave vs Cave and what we think about the game. We then discuss teaching games and talk in some depth about how we approach it and view it after doing it for so long! We then answer the question "What are your thoughts on two player versions of games?" Come take a listen and make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 10:32
Top Shelf Topic: 18:54
Pint Sized Question: 34:39
Game Mentions:
Patchwork, 7 Wonders: Duel, Morels, Twilight Struggle, Castles of Burgundy, Caverna, Lost Cities, Codenames: Duet
Support:
If you would like...2019-05-0444 min
Malthaus GamesEp.38 Morels, Obscure Themes, Which One Is Fake?Episode 38 is here and we are talking about our time hunting mushrooms recently, especially Morels! Morels is also the name of this episodes game. We then discuss obscure themes in games and why we love a theme that is different than the majority. For the question we present each other with three named games and their themes. The other person has to guess which of those three is made up! Come take a listen, and be sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 12:10
Top Shelf Topic: 18:36
Pint Sized Question: 28:03
Game Mentions:
That's Not Lemonade!, Broom Service, Takenoko, Patchwork
Support:
...2019-04-2035 min
Malthaus GamesEp.37 Tuscany: Essential Edition, Expansions, and Expansions to Real LifeEpisode 37 is our first episode about an expansion! We discuss Tuscany: Essential Edition, the main expansion for Viticulture: Essential Edition. We then talk about expansions in the topic before we answer the question "What do you consider an expansion on your real life?" Come take a listen. Make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 8:45
Top Shelf Topic: 16:30
Pint Sized Question: 24:01
Game Mentions:
Sagrada, Smash Up, Twilight Struggle, Ticket to Ride, 13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis, 1960: The Making of the President, Campaign Manager 2008, Great Western Trail
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where...2019-04-0729 min
Malthaus GamesEp.36 Gizmos, Board Game Cafes, and What We Play At CafesEpisode 36 is all about Gizmos and board game cafes! We talk about Hayley's week of self care with sewing and sleeping. We discuss Gizmos which we played at Edmond Unplugged, then we go on to tell you why it's important to support local game cafes. We end by answering the question "What do you like to play at game cafes?" Come take a listen!
Game Talk: 9:31
Top Shelf Topic: 20:56
Pint Sized Question: 26:21
Game Mentions:
Concordia, Azul, Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra, Dominant Species, Barenpark, Sushi Go
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you...2019-03-2433 min
Malthaus GamesEp.35 Broom Service, Observing Players, and Our First JobsEpisode 35 is about Broom Service from Alexander Pfister. We talk about our time with it and why we find it to be so much fun. We discuss observations of other players in games, and when it can benefit you or influence your plays. We end by talking about our very first jobs! Come take a listen and make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 10:35
Top Shelf Topic: 20:56
Pint Sized Question: 29:15
Game Mentions:
Great Western Trail, Blackout: Hong Kong, Oh My Goods!, Agricola
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do...2019-03-1034 min
Malthaus GamesEp.34 Valentines Day With Fog of LoveWelcome to the Valentine's Day episode! In this episode we discuss Fog of Love, the biggest relationship simulator you'll find, as well as some other romantic games. We don't get to mushy, we promise! Take a listen and please remember to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 7:05
Top Shelf Topic: 17:42
Pint Sized Question: 26:12
Game Mentions:
Twilight Struggle, Come Together, Princess Jing
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
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Sound Attributions:
Something Elated by Broke...2019-02-2235 min
Malthaus GamesEp.33 Now Boarding, Real Time Games, and Our Silly StressorsWelcome to episode 33! This episode starts with our talk about being old and how Delton is a great listener/communicator. We then discuss Fowers Games Real Time game, Now Boarding. We talk about Real Time games and why they are stress inducing but still fun. To close it out we answer the question "What is a dumb thing that makes you stressed." Make sure to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 11:00
Top Shelf Topic: 20:54
Pint Sized Question: 34:11
Game Mentions:
Ticket To Ride, Escape: Curse of the Temple, Shifty Eyed Spies, Galaxy Trucker
Support:
If you would like to help us...2019-02-0840 min
Malthaus GamesEp.32 The Game and Using Games for GriefThis episode may be a little sad, but it was necessary. We talk about our hard last two weeks and how The Game was used as a helpful tool through the grief. We discuss how gaming can help with grief and the games that we use for those moments. Hayley also spills something on my rug, so that should make you happy!
Game Talk: 12:29
Top Shelf Topic: 16:21
Pint Sized Question: 24:09
Game Mentions:
Crokinole, The Mind, Ticket to Ride.
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
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podpledge...2019-01-2529 min
Malthaus GamesEp.31 Burgle Bros, Playing the Villain, and Our Special Skills2019 has begun! Episode 31 is the first episode of the new year and we talk about a game that has been a blast for us, Burgle Bros. We talk about why it's fun to play a villain and then discuss what our special set of skills would be as a villain. Come take a listen and don't forget to like, share, and subscribe!
Game Talk: 13:21
Top Shelf Topic: 20:35
Pint Sized Question: 31:58
Game Mentions:
Burgle Bros, Villainous, Dead of Winter, Thebes, Twilight Stuggle, 1960: Making of the President, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Shadows Over Camelot, BSG.
Support:
If you would like to help...2019-01-1036 min
Malthaus GamesEp.30 Crokinole, 2018 Recap, and 2019 PlansEpisode 30 is our 2018 recap, with a little Crokinole talk in the mix. We discuss how 2018 was for our first year as a podcast and what achievements we have had. We then go on to discuss some of the things we are going to do in 2019. Thank you so much for making this first year an amazing one. We look forward to bringing you better and better things as 2019 rolls around.
Game Talk: 08:23
Top Shelf Topic: 14:10
Pint Sized Question: 30:55
Game Mentions:
Crokinole, Muse, Welcome To, Twilight Struggle, Holding On, Fog of Love, Ticket to Ride
Support:
If you would like to...2018-12-2841 min
Malthaus GamesEp.29 Cryptid, Process of Elimination, and Our Favorite CryptidEpisode 29 is here! We talk about Cryptid, one of our favorite new games to release, and tell you why it's so darn good. Then we go into a topic about why games with a process of elimination are so rewarding and fun to play. Finally we answer the simple question, what is our favorite cryptid?
Game Talk: 11:35
Top Shelf Topic: 21:44
Pint Sized Question: 28:34
Game Mentions:
Clue, Love Letter, Sudoku, That's Not Lemonade, Altiplano, Strike
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
www.patreon.com/MalthausGames
podpledge.com?p=3D8L1...2018-12-1333 min
Malthaus GamesEp.28 BGG Con, Canada, and Future TripsEpisode 28 is a shorter and calmer episode than usual. Hayley talks about her trip to Canada, and Delton talks about his trip to BGG Con in Dallas. Delton tells everyone about his social anxiety, and how friends were essential for his BGG Con trip. Hayley lets you know her sister does not know how to speak french, and that cat cafes are a sure fire way to get Hayley to cry.
Top Shelf Topic: 6:37
Pint Sized Question: 23:10
Game Mentions:
Wavelength, Duel, Keyforge, Kanban, Railroad Ink, Pitchcar, Bamboleo, Two Rooms and a Boom, Blank, Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy...2018-11-3030 min
Malthaus GamesEp.27 Altiplano, How We Utilize Games, and What Are Our Happy Games?In episode 27 we talk about Altiplano, a bag building game. We tell you what exactly a bag builder is as we discuss the game and tell why we enjoyed it. We then talk about how people utilize game in their life. Some people play to win, or maybe to improve their mood, or even to lower anxiety and we discuss how this makes sense to us. We then answer a question about the game we want to play to cheer up.
Game Talk: 7:42
Top Shelf Topic: 21:53
Pint Sized Question: 34:19
Game Mentions:
Orleans, Flick Em Up, Ticket to Ride, Agricola, Caverna...2018-11-1640 min
Malthaus GamesEp.26 Halloween Games, Scary Games, and Where We Would HauntIn Episode 26 we talk about the games we like to play around Halloween. Anything with a good horror theme, or something that can even be eerie with the right people. We then move on to discuss if games can be scary, and if so, what ones are the best at spooking the players. We then answer a question about where we would haunt as ghosts.
Game Talk: 10:06
Top Shelf Topic: 21:47
Pint Sized Question: 33:13
Game Mentions:
Dead of Winter, Bitten, Mysterium, Arkham Horror LCG, Arkham Horror, Mansions of Madness, Call of Cthulhu RPG, Dresden Files, Supernatural RPG, Mr. Jack, Whitechapel, Ghost...2018-11-0238 min
Malthaus GamesEp.25 Holding On, Story in Games, and Emotion From GamesIn Episode 25 we dive into the new release from HUB Games, Holding On: The Troubled Life of Billy Kerr. This game is one we learned at Gen Con and when we received a review copy, we knew that it was going to be a game we wanted to play some extra times before talking about it. We have a topic all about story in games, and why it is such a great thing to have, when done correctly. Then we answer a question about games causing us to have emotions! Come check it out!
Game Talk: 9:03
Top Shelf Topic: 27:24
Pint...2018-10-1940 min
Malthaus GamesEp.24 Lowlands, Analysis Paralysis, and Emotional MechanicsEpisode 24 is all about the Z-man game we grabbed at Gen Con, Lowlands. We discuss it over a Roughtail IPA and Newcastle Brown. We then go on to talk about Delton's problem with analysis paralysis and some ways to speed people up without making it worse. Maybe he works through it? Then they talk about one thing in games that makes Hayley illogically upset.
Game Talk: 11:23
Top Shelf Topic: 31:41
Pint Sized Question: 44:00
Game Mentions:
Eternal, PubG, Agricola, Clank!, Isle of Skye.
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
www.patreon...2018-10-0451 min
Malthaus GamesEp.23 Coimbra, Gate-Keeping and How We Will StopIn this sleepy episode 23 we discuss Coimbra, a 2018 release that we picked up at Gen Con 2018. We crack a Laughing Water Sparkling Ale and a Blackberry IPA for the episode. We then get into gate-keeping, what it is and if we do it. Then for the question we tell you how we vow to stop gate-keeping. Join us for this episode and make sure to let us know if you played Coimbra and what you think of the game!
Game Talk: 7:56
Top Shelf Topic: 27:33
Pint Sized Question: 38:24
Game Mentions:
Muse, Azul.
Support:
If you would like to help us improve...2018-09-2042 min
Malthaus GamesEp.22 Welcome To..., Roll and Writes, and Deciding to Back a KickstarterPlayers and city names for shout out competition below!
In this fine episode of the 22nd kind, we discuss a roll and write game that has no rolling! "Welcome To..." has become a new favorite and we tell you about it! We do so while drinking a Sierra Nevada Big Foot Barley-wine from 2014. We then talk about roll and writes as a genre before diving into a question from Allison; What makes you decide to back a kickstarter? Come check it out and make sure to let us know what you think!
Players:
Jessica
Bryan
Delton
Hayley
Allison
Welcome To___:
...2018-09-0743 min
Malthaus GamesEp.21 Root, Asymmetry in Games, and Can Theme Change Appeal?Episode 21 is going to be about one of the newest and hottest games right now, Root. We dive into the game with a Free State Brewing Co. Oatmeal Stout. We then talk about why asymmetry in games is so interesting and what it does for the game over a Preacher's Daughter Amber Ale from Fountain Square Brewing. We then answer a question about if theme can make a game more appealing, even without considering genre.
Game Talk: 10:57
Top Shelf Topic: 23:10
Pint Sized Question: 33:52
Game Mentions:
Welcome To..., Shadows Over Camelot, Rising Sun, Android: Netrunner, Avalon, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Ghost...2018-08-2442 min
Malthaus GamesEp.20 Arboretum, and Post-Gen Con!This episode is all about Gen Con in all it's glory. We talk about Arboretum that we grabbed while there, and then go on to discuss everything about vacation. We mention a ton of people that we got to meet, some games we got to play, games we purchased, and the other things we did and saw. It was a glorious time and hopefully you enjoy listening to us ramble on about the different things we did!
Game Talk: 2:20
Top Shelf Topic: 18:01
Pint Sized Question: 56:10
Game Mentions:
Arboretum, Welcome To..., Two Rooms and a Boom, That's Not Lemonade!, Hanamikoji, Paperback...2018-08-081h 02
Malthaus GamesEp.19 Bitten, and Gen Con!Episode 19 is all about Gen Con! Well mostly! We discuss Bitten, a fun hidden role game by Ben Kanelos(we get off topic a lot in this, just bear with us!) and then we dive into Gen Con! It's mostly Delton talking about being excited, but hopefully that is at least somewhat entertaining. If you are going to Gen Con, please let us know if you would like to grab a meal or drink, or just meet up to play a game. We would love to say hi!
Game Talk: 8:55
Top Shelf Topic: 29:26
Game Mentions:
Viticulture, Lotus, Azul, Mystic Vale...2018-07-2752 min
Malthaus GamesEp.18 Time Stories, and Mental Health Representation In GamesIn this episode we crack open a Stormchaser IPA from Free State Brewing Co. and a Priscilla White Wit Wheat from Oscar Blues while talking about Time Stories. We then take to the issue of mental health and how it represented in games, who has done it correctly, and who is attempting to do it incorrectly. We then tell you why it needs to be represented in games. Also, don't forget to come say "Hi" to us as Gen Con! We talk a bit about that and will have more next time!
Game Talk: 11:50
Top Shelf Topic: 18:48
Pint Sized Question: 30:57
...2018-07-1238 min
Malthaus GamesEp.17 Azul, Aesthetics, and Our Dream AestheticIn episode 17 we discuss the Spiel Des Jahres nominee Azul. We then discuss how aesthetics of a game are important and can alter the interest in a game. We move past that to discuss what our favorite aesthetic would be, if we could have whatever we wanted!
Game Talk: 9:29
Top Shelf Topic: 22:04
Pint Sized Question: 34:25
Game Mentions:
Mechs Vs Minions, Castles of Burgundy, Puerto Rico, Lotus.
Support:
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https://www.patreon.com/MalthausGames
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https://ko-fi...2018-06-2945 min
Malthaus GamesEp.16 The Mind, What Constitutes a Game, and Our Own GamesIn episode 16 we talk about The Mind! A game that has taken the internet, and us, by storm. We discuss why some people say it is "not a game" and we answer a question about activities we consider games that others may not.
Game Talk: 10:00
Top Shelf Topic: 22:05
Pint Sized Question: 29:20
Game Mentions:
That's Not Lemonade!, Twilight Imperium 4, Cat Lady, Ticket to Ride.
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here's where you can do that!
https://www.patreon.com/MalthausGames
https://podpledge.com?p=3D8L1M1V4S7F8Q70S6_3U5V7Y9...2018-06-1237 min
Malthaus GamesEp.15 VERTIUM, Small Company Support, and Odd KickstartersThis episode is sponsored by Caper Games
In this episode we talk about the current Kickstarter VERTIUM from Caper Games. The space game with colonization and combat. We also talk about why supporting small companies is important, not only in the board game world, but in every side of business. We also show you an odd but cool Kickstarter we found!
Game Talk - 9:05
Top Shelf Topic - 31:40
Pint Sized Question - 38:50
Game Mentions:
Rising Sun
Support:
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Patreon.com/malthausgames
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Sound...2018-06-0143 min
Malthaus GamesEp.14 Muse, Art Based Games, and Our Favorite Work of ArtIn this episode we discuss the newest party game from Quick Simple Fun Games, Muse. We talk about our experience playing it, and what we think about it. We talk about why art and the interpretation of art makes for such good games. We then talk to each other about our favorite pieces of art and some of our favorite artists!
Game Talk - 12:06
Top Shelf Topic - 23:18
Pint Sized Question - 31:12
Game Mentions:
Mysterium, Dixit, and Vertium.
Support:
If you would like to help us improve our product, here is how!
Patreon.com/malthausgames
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ko-fi.com...2018-05-2040 min
Malthaus GamesEp.13 Cockroach Poker, and Learning While PlayingThis is an episode all about lying. Only in games of course! We talk about Cockroach Poker in Episode 13 and how we love the way it works and what it shows you about someone. We talk about what we learned about ourselves through board games, and what we have learned about each other through board games.
Game Talk: 10:36
Top Shelf Topic: 20:20
Pint Sized Question: 27:46
Game Mentions:
Rankaree, Muse, Skull, Cleopatra: and the Society of Architects
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Sound Attributions:
...2018-05-0335 min
Malthaus GamesEp.12 Viticulture, Why Scaling Matters, and Our Favorite WineEpisode 12 is all about wine! This is an episode where we drink some of Delton's mead while we discuss Viticulture, one of our new favorite games. We go into detail on why we like it and how to felt good at two and three players. We then talk about why scaling is important in games. We then answer a question about our favorite wines!
Game Talk: 8:51
Top Shelf Topic: 20:34
Pint Sized Question: 33:19
Game Mentions:
Rising Sun, Agricola, Keyflower, Photosynthesis, Century: Golem Edition, Pandemic.
Sound Attributions:
Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free...2018-04-2041 min
Malthaus GamesEp.11 Rising Sun, Thematic Care, and Custom ClansIn Episode 11 we bring Bryan back to talk about Rising Sun. We discuss how we feel about it. We also talk about the care companies need to take with themes and research, depending on their approach to the game. We also try to create some of our own clans for the game.
Game Talk: 11:25
Topshelf Topic: 30:55
Pint Sized Question: 49:20
Game Mentions: King's Road, Capital Lux, Rising Sun.
Sound Attributions:
Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Something_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Something_EP_-_05_Something_Elated
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Malthaus GamesEp.10 Marrying Mr. Darcy, Importance of Theme, and Dream ThemeIn the landmark episode 10 we sit down with Allison, our biggest fan, and talk about the first modern board game she purchased; Marrying Mr. Darcy. We then go on to discuss why theme is important, as well as inclusive needs in themes. We then ask the important question "What would your dream theme be?" This episode also features an original score by Allison for the Question of the episode titled "Pre-transition - transition."
Game Talk: 11:45
Top Shelf Topic: 26:45
Pint Sized Question: 40:05
Game Mentions: Lancaster, WWE Superstar Showdown, Rampage, Dead of Winter, A Feast for Odin, Keyflower, Century: Golem Edition, Police...2018-03-2053 min
Malthaus GamesEp.9 Paperback, Cat Friendly Games, and Steve and Penny's GamesEpisode 9 is where we banter about Hayley's weekend out and our first play of Rising Sun. We discuss a favorite Deck Builder called Paperback, and talk about why it's a cat friendly game. We then give our ideas of what games Steve and Penny, our cats, would like if they were humans.
Game Talk: 10:54
Top Shelf Topic: 20:54
Pint Sized Question: 26:14
Game Mentions: Rising Sun, Puerto Rico, Race for the Galaxy, Ikusa, Burgle Bros, Fugitive, Hardback, Santorini, Rampage(Terror in Meeple City), Strike, Photosynthesis.
Sound Attributions:
Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free...2018-03-0534 min
Malthaus GamesEp.8 Mysterium, Ghosts and Psychics as a Theme, and Ouija BoardsIn this episode we tell two stories about Hayley falling asleep while drinking New Belgium's Fat Tire and Anthem's IPA. We mention Century: Golem Edition, Mansions of Madness, Settlers of Catan and Terra Mystica. We talk about Mysterium, with a mention of Dixit for the game section. The topic is about why ghosts and psychics make such good themes for games, but also why they are bullsh*t in real life. We then answer the question of "Would you play with a Ouija Board?"
Game talk - 8:10
Top Shelf Topic - 19:28
Pint Sized Question - 38:58
Sound Attributions:
Something Elated by...2018-02-2144 min
Malthaus GamesEp.7 Patchwork, Constantly Losing, and Living in a GameIn this episode we talk about Hayley's ideas for Gen Con and whether she should do a psychology event or marry people. We go into detail about Patchwork. We discuss how to have fun with a game you lose 90% of the time. We also answer the question, "What board game world would you want to live in for a day?"
Check us out on Facebook - www.facebook.com/MalthausGames/
Check us out on Twitter -twitter.com/Malthausgames
Email us - contact@malthausgames.com
Sound Attributions:
Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For...2018-02-0745 min
Malthaus GamesEp.6 Magic the Gathering with BryanOn this special guest episode we have Bryan over discussing Magic the Gathering in depth. This is a longer podcast as Bryan discusses what MTG is, how it is played, and how to start into MTG for a beginner. We also ask him some questions about his favorite cards. We mention Avalon, Cat Lady and Troyes. Bryan also brings two games into our list for the 2018 Malthaus Games 10x10. We drink Anthem's Golden one, Stone Brewery's Arrogant Bastard Ale, and the classic Guinness.
Check us out on Facebook - www.facebook.com/MalthausGames/
Check us out on Twitter -twitter.com...2018-01-191h 13
Malthaus GamesEp.5 Christmas Gaming, Cat Lady, and a Drunk Mother-In-LawIn episode 5 we talk about our time playing games with family over the holidays. We go in depth with Cat Lady, Ticket to Ride, and NMBR9. We mention Dr. Eureka, Cobra Paw, Battleship, Flip Ships and Flick 'em Up. We give away Delton's tell, which will ruin him in deduction games. We also list a few games that are good to take home to non-gaming families such as Pandemic, Ticket to Ride, and Patchwork. We also answer the question "What is your New Year's Board Game Resolution."
Check us out on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MalthausGames/
Check us...2018-01-0941 min
Malthaus GamesEp.1 New Games, Gen Con, Playing with Dead PeopleA tabletop game podcast made by real life gamers for people who enjoy, or want to get into, the hobby.
In this episode we discuss Gen Con, all the great people we met there, and about the new games we purchased.
Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Something_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Something_EP_-_05_Something_Elated
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Malthaus GamesEp.3 Tides of Madness, Hive, and Travel GamesA tabletop game podcast made by real life gamers for people who enjoy, or want to get into, the hobby.
This episode we reminisce over our train trip to Austin, TX and the games we played on the train. Tides of Madness, Hive, Love Letter, NMBR9, Sushi Go, and Lost Cities. Plus maybe a few more!
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Malthaus GamesEp.4 Dominant Species, Inis, Handling Disinterested PlayersA tabletop game podcast made by real life gamers for people who enjoy, or want to get into, the hobby.
In this episode we talk about Dominant Species, and how Bryan wasn't a fan. We discuss Inis and Hayley's issue with it, as well as some tips to handle players that tend to be disinterested in a game.
Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Something_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Something_EP_-_05_Something_Elated
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Malthaus GamesEp.2 Troyes and Introducing New PlayersA tabletop game podcast made by real life gamers for people who enjoy, or want to get into, the hobby.
In this episode we talk about Troyes, and about some of the games we use to introduce new players into the hobby, like Ticket to Ride and Pandemic.
Something Elated by Broke For Free, Downloaded from http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Broke_For_Free/Something_EP/Broke_For_Free_-_Something_EP_-_05_Something_Elated
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