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196 - Nataterra, Avalon The Riven Veil, Final Titan, Undaunted 2200 Revolution, & Kryptothera

2026-11-01T14:28:38.879+00:00

In Episode 196 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the boys from PHC are back with a roller coaster episode of board game reviews, tabletop gaming chat, and irrelevant nonsense. This week we're travelling through fantastical realms, battling enormous monsters, fighting futuristic wars, and exploring some intriguing new worlds.

We've got five very different games on the table, covering everything from strategic Eurogames and epic fantasy adventures to tactical combat and competitive card games. So grab a drink, pull up a chair and join us for another dose of cardboard goodness!

We start with Nataterra, an RTS game in board game form. Next, we venture into the mysterious world of Avalon: The Riven Veil a full splendor dudes on a map war game. We then look at Richard Garfield's monster mash game with Final Titan. Next we go hunting cryptids across North America in Kryptothera: The Cryptid Pursuit, and finally its a bittersweet review as we say goodbye to Osprey Games with the amazing swansong that is Undaunted 2200: Revolution.

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Podcast Contents

00:00:00 Steve's Older Brother
00:06:30 Nataterra
00:22:33 Avalon the Riven Veil
00:35:39 Final Titan
00:42:15 Kryptothera: The Cryptid Pursuit
00:55:06 Undaunted 2200: Revolution

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195 - Essen 2026 Preview, Excursions, For the God, and Battle Brothers

2026-10-11T10:06:17.345+01:00

Its time for the largest board gaming convention, which is the Internationale Spieltage (SPIEL) in Essen Germany at the end of this month. This means that episode 195 of the Polyhedron Collider cast is full of the games we are looking forward to hearing more about, playing and demoing.

But that's not all! Several games are heading to crowdfunding as we record. We kick off with Excursions, the new lighter, quicker game in the Galactic Cruise games. We then give honour to the Greek pantheon in For the Gods! Finally we look at the latest video game in board game form in Battle Brothers: The Board Game

As with all our previews, expect some questionable opinions, arguments, and wild speculation.

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Podcast Contents

00:00:00 Getting Rules Wrong - Tag Team
00:04:22 Excursions
00:18:37 For the Gods!
00:25:42 Battle Brothers: The Board Game
00:36:45 Nemesis: Legacy
00:42:15 Medico
00:44:20 Moytura
00:46:10 Wine And Cheese
00:49:16 Gaudi & The White Castle: Bōeki
00:51:26 La Cosecha
00:52:50 -60° (Sixty Below)
00:55:48 Oil Rock & Opera Magna
01:00:10 Green Gold
01:02:44 Avalon: The Riven Veil
01:03:53 Kingsport Travel Guide
01:06:28 Timespan
01:07:40 Kalypso, Tricky Traps, & Song of the Wildkin
01:10:04 Scoundrels
01:12:18 Endeavor: Deep Sea – Uncharted Waters, The Queen's Dilemma, & Lords of Heaven

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194 - The Presence, A Carnivore Did It, Citizens of the Spark, and the Cosmere RPG

2026-09-26T18:12:01.776+01:00

In Episode 194 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the boys from PHC dive into another eclectic collection of tabletop games and roleplaying adventures. This time we're dealing with mysterious supernatural forces, suspicious animals, a card laying engine builder, and the sprawling fantasy universe of Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere.

We begin with The Presence, which is coming to Kickstarter for a reprint very soon. Take the role of Victorian ghost hunters and put the spirits to rest. We then look at a Carnivore Did It, a simple but effective game of deduction, provided Rory has the clues right. We then step into the imaginative world of Citizens of the Spark, where various guilds vie for control of the elusive sparks. Finally, we journey into one of modern fantasy's biggest fictional universes with the Cosmere RPG. Based on the interconnected worlds created by Brandon Sanderson, this ambitious roleplaying game promises epic fantasy adventures, powerful characters and plenty of opportunities to explore the wider Cosmere. We discuss the system, setting and what it offers both existing Sanderson fans and tabletop RPG players.

As always, expect board game reviews, RPG chat, strong opinions, questionable theories and the usual Polyhedron Collider banter.

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Podcast Contents

00:00:00 Sid's Big TV

00:07:02 Rory's Trip to Hachette: Back to Back, Magister, & Birds

00:09:39 Airecon West

00:15:04 The Presence

00:35:18 A Carnivore Did It

00:41:54 Citizens of the Spark

00:51:20 Cosmere RPG

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193 - All’s Well That Ends, Space Lab, Akropolis Expansions, & Invincible RPG

2026-09-13T09:44:27.447+01:00

In Episode 193 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the boys from PHC dive into another round of board game and tabletop RPG reviews. Andy has been to Scotland, and while washing down yet another square slice with a can of Irn Bru he got a good look at Call of Cthulhu: Old Ones Origins, the remake of Forbidden Stars coming from Chaosium. We then have an upfront look of All's Well that Ends, a new Gloomhaven-esque fantasy battler that got our wallets worried at UK Games Expo.

We then hit a couple of lighter games from our friends at Hatchette, with reviews of Space Lab, Akropolis: Athena, and Akropolis: Pantheon.

To round things off, we don our spandex and become superheroes in Invincible – Superhero Roleplaying, the latest TTRPG from Free Leaugue.

As always, expect tabletop game reviews, arguments about custard, strong opinions and the usual Polyhedron Collider nonsense as the boys work their way through another stack of cardboard and dice.

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Podcast Contents

0:00:00 Tabletop Scotland

00:04:32 Call of Cthulhu: Old Ones Origins https://gamefound.com/en/projects/chaosium/call-of-cthulhu-old-ones-origins

00:11:13 Airecon 2027 https://www.airecon.co.uk/tickets

00:13:34 More Yorkshire Pudding

00:17:42 Plays With Soldiers Painting competition https://fb.me/e/4Kh9dHoBM

Tyneside Games Expo https://www.tynesidegamesexpo.co.uk/

00:19:16 All's Well That Ends https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1144games/alls-well-that-ends

00:31:42 Space Lab

00:38:54 Akropolis: Athena and Akropolis: Pantheon

00:48:22 Invincible – Superhero Roleplaying

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192 - Feya’s Swamp, Gunsen The Battle for Toshi Ranbo, Trials of Maya, and Symbiosis

2026-08-30T10:43:01.731+01:00

In Episode 192 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the boys from PHC dive into another eclectic selection of tabletop games. This week we're having parties in the swamps, battling for control of feudal Japan, testing our strategic skills in the ancient world of the Trials of Maya, and discovering the delicate balance of nature in Symbiosis.

As always, expect board game reviews, strategic debate, strong opinions and the usual Polyhedron Collider nonsense as the boys work their way through another stack of cardboard.

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Podcast Contents

00:00:00 More Yorkshire pudding shenanigans
00:05:35 Feya's Swamp
00:18:47 Gunsen: The Battle for Toshi Ranbo
00:30:25 Trials Of Maya - https://www.trialsofmaya.com/s/polyhedroncollider
00:43:57 Symiosis
00:48:16 Questions from the mailbag

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Polyhedron Collider Episode 191 - Aberration, Revenant, Intelliwar, Tag Team, and Kingdom Legacy

2026-08-09T11:52:48.458+01:00

In Episode 191 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the boys are back with another eclectic collection of tabletop board games. This week we're travelling from the depths of space to medieval kingdoms, with artificial intelligence, crazy wrestling and supernatural horror thrown into the mix. Whether you're looking for a new strategy board game, a clever two-player game, a campaign experience, or something a little more unusual, we've got plenty to discuss.

We start with Aberration, a cooperative tower defence style board game set in the Grim hollow world. Next up is Revenant, the second game set in Mindclash's Voidfall universe and winner of our prestigious Definitely Not Sh!t Award at 2025's UK Games Expo. We then explore a couple of significantly lighter two-player games as we delve into Tag Team and Intelliwar: Accession To The Throne. Finally, we explore Kingdom Legacy: Feudal Kingdom a game that combines solo gameplay, deckbuilding and legacy gameplay elements.

As always, expect plenty of board game reviews, strong opinions, questionable strategic advice and the usual Polyhedron Collider banter.

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Podcast Contents

00:00:00 We would never survive in a real Mansion of Madness
00:06:37 Aberration
00:15:18 Revenant
00:36:10 Intelliwar: Accession To The Throne
00:46:05 Tag Team
00:55:12 Kingdom Legacy: Feudal Kingdom

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Episode 190 - Mexica, The Bridges of Shangri-La, Container, & Drillers

2026-07-26T13:46:27.374+01:00

In Episode 190 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, we're celebrating the enduring appeal of classic board game design alongside some hot new games, that kind of feel like games we've played before. From ruthless economic simulations and strategic resource extraction to elegant area control, this week's episode is packed with thoughtful board game reviews, tabletop discussion, and the patented Polyhedron Collider nonsense.

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Podcast Contents

00:00:00 Charming but inarticulate banter
00:06:55 Mexica
00:17:20 The Bridges of Shangri-La
00:24:35 Container
00:39:00 Drillers
00:56:40 What's in a name?

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Episode 189 - Ringyo, Nippon: Zaibatsu, Gruntz, and Green City

2026-07-12T07:40:48.057+01:00

In Episode 189 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the boys tackle another diverse collection of tabletop games and for once all the games (bar one) are based around a central theme.

We kickoff with a remake of a great economic strategy board game, as we review Nippon: Zaibatsu, exploring how this new edition updates the classic Eurogame while retaining the deep strategic gameplay that made the original such a favourite.

Swapping cubes for combat, we dive into Gruntz, the fast-playing tiny abstract wargame that puts tactical decisions front and centre. We chat about building forces, commanding troops, and why you need to take an iron to the pub.

We then head into the forests of Japan with Ringyo, which is on Kickstarter right now. Following a demo at UK Games Expo, we've managed to get a few games in on an early prototype!

Finally, er attempt to build a thriving city without sacrificing sustainability as we play Green City, a very different take from our favourite Fabio Lopiano.

As always, expect lively discussion, honest board game reviews, a few disagreements, and the usual Polyhedron Collider tangents that somehow make perfect sense... eventually.

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Podcast Contents

00:00:00 Rory's segue challenge
00:03:45 Nippon: Zaibatsu
00:19:49 Gruntz
00:31:44 Ringyō
00:45:16 Green City
00:53:36 How does a game earn its place on the shelf?
01:00:08 App based dungeon crawlers

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Episode 188 - Andromeda’s Edge, Bunny Kingdom Town, Miskatonic Tales, and Alien Rapture Protocol

2026-06-28T19:51:04.975+01:00

Polyhedron Collider Episode 187 - The Best of UK Games Expo 2026

2026-06-07T13:38:45.011+01:00

In this special post-Expo episode of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, we unpack all the cardboard, conversations, and convention chaos from the UK Games Expo 2026!

After spending three (and a bit) days exploring the halls of the Birmingham NEC, playing as many games as humanly possible, catching up with publishers, designers, and listeners, and carrying far more games than our backs would recommend, we're finally back behind the microphones to share our highlights from the UK's biggest tabletop gaming convention.

We discuss the standout board games of UKGE 2026, the biggest surprises from the show floor, the hottest upcoming releases, and the indie gems that deserve more attention. From heavyweight strategy games and family favourites to exciting RPGs, miniatures, and prototypes, we cover the titles that made the biggest impression on us over the weekend.

Of course, no UK Games Expo recap would be complete without the presentation of the prestigious Polyhedron Collider Awards 2026.

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Episode 186 - The UK Games Expo 2026 Preview

2026-05-24T16:15:40.197+01:00

The countdown to UK Games Expo 2026 is officially on, and the boys from the Polyhedron Collider Cast are heading back to the Birmingham NEC for one of the biggest tabletop gaming conventions in the world! In this special preview episode, we dive into the most anticipated board games, card games, miniatures, and hobby highlights coming to this year’s Expo.

From blockbuster new releases and hidden indie gems to sprawling strategy games and exciting roleplaying adventures, we break down the titles we’re most excited to demo, buy, and rip the shrink off before we even get to the car park. If you’re planning your own UKGE wishlist, this episode is packed with recommendations, hype, and convention tips.

Come see Polyhedron Collider LIVE at UK Games Expo 2026!

We’ll be recording a live podcast episode at the NEC, so come along, say hello, and join in the tabletop chaos. Expect the usual ramshackle nonsense on Friday – Piazza 4, Dice Room – 10am. Polyhedron Collider Live

Learn more about the Expo here: UK Games Expo Official Site

Check out Rory's full UKGE Most Anticipated Games GeekList: UKGE Most Anticipated Games GeekList

Whether you’re attending UKGE 2026 in person or following along from home, this episode is your essential guide to the biggest upcoming games and hobby highlights from the UK tabletop scene.

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Polyhedron Collider Episode 185 - Orloj, Kinfire Council, Warcrow Adventures, and Fate Defenders of Grimheim

2026-05-24T16:06:22.724+01:00

In Episode 185 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the boys tackle another eclectic lineup of tabletop goodness—featuring astronomical clocks, fantasy councils, tactical dungeon crawling, and heroic last stands against the forces of darkness. We begin in medieval Prague with Orloj, a beautifully themed Euro inspired by the construction of the famous astronomical clock. It’s all about timing, efficiency, and trying not to get lost in a sea of gears and iconography.

Next up, we head into the world of Kinfire Council, where negotiation, politics, and strategic card play collide. The dungeon-crawling boots are back on as we explore Warcrow Adventures. We discuss the campaign system, tactical combat, and whether Corvus Belli’s leap into narrative fantasy adventure delivers the goods. Finally, we make our stand in Fate: Defenders of Grimheim, a co-operative tower defence-inspired board game full of monsters, teamwork, and heroic desperation. It’s big, bold, and occasionally brutal.

Along the way expect the usual Collider mix of over-analysis, questionable strategy advice, and tangents that somehow make perfect sense at the time. Tune in for another packed episode of board game chat, fantasy adventures, and cardboard chaos—and let us know what’s been hitting your table lately over on our [Discord server]!

#Ramshackle - Questions from the Mail Bag

2026-04-25T07:37:00.000+01:00

In this special episode of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the boys crack open the mailbag and tackle your questions head-on. From big-picture hobby discussions to practical gaming tips, it’s a listener-powered episode full of opinions, tangents, and the usual Collider chaos.

We discuss innovation in the board game hobby, historic board game themes, best BGA games, and simul games.

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Polyhedron Collider Episode 184 - Ada's Dream, Viticulture Bordeaux, Yotei Sanctuary, Apex Legends, and Rivers of London RPG

2026-04-12T11:07:00.000+01:00

In Episode 184 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the lads take on a globe-spanning mix of games—from thoughtful design and vineyard strategy to mythic landscapes, video game chaos, and urban fantasy roleplaying.

We begin with Ada’s Dream, a thoughtful and inventive design that blends puzzly mechanisms with a unique theme. We then head back to the vineyard, in Viticulture: Bordeaux, exploring what this new twist brings to the classic worker-placement favourite and whether it’s worth uncorking. Next, we venture into Yotei, to build a town using potatoes, in this light strategy game coming to Kickstarter soon. The light strategy continues, with Sanctuary, a remake of Ark Nova, but in as a tile laying game and in a change of pace likely to give you whiplash, we finish the board game chat with a look at the Apex Legends board game. Finally we speed through the magical streets of London in an old Jag, with the Rivers of London RPG.

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Polyhedron Collider Episode 183 - Airecon, Stupor Mundi, Stationfall, Speakeasy, and Skara Brae

2026-03-29T12:10:00.003+01:00

In Episode 183 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the lads return from Airecon with plenty of stories, games, and questionable decisions to share. From sprawling Euros to chaotic space stations and a touch of ancient history, it’s another packed episode, all brought to you with the letter S.

We kick things off with a rundown of our time at Airecon, our favourite games, Rory hulking out and bouncing cutlery. Next up, we dive into Stupor Mundi, a rich Euro inspired by Emperor Frederick II. It’s simple to teach but with a lot of strategy and dick-moves! Chaos then reigns in Stationfall, the hidden-role, sandbox sci-fi game where anything can (and will) happen. We share tales of betrayal, nonsense, and why this one creates such memorable moments. Its not Airecon without the chance to play a super-heavy Lacerda game so we head to Manhatten for Speakeasy, a stylish game of prohibition-era dealings. Finally, we travel back in time with Skara Brae, a game rooted in ancient history and is all about keeping your hovel tidy and free of clutter, an attack on every board game collector.

xpect convention stories, hot takes, mild disagreements, and the usual Collider chaos throughout. And don’t forget—you can join the discussion over on our [Discord server]!

Episode 182 - SETI Space Agencies, Ice & Idols, Outgunned Adventure

2026-03-08T11:52:00.002+00:00

In Episode 182 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the gang explores a wonderfully eclectic mix of board games and table top roleplayings, spanning icy expeditions, cosmic discovery, puzzly strategy, musical nostalgia, and cinematic roleplaying.

We venture into frozen lands in Ice & Idols, a pick up and deliver game of clever action use, and ancient treasures waiting to be uncovered an amazing looking board that constantly changes. Next up we revisit the search for extraterrestrial intelligence with the Space Agencies, the first expansion for SETI. Does it add new depth to one of our favourite games of 2024. Next we explore the light but beautiful Eternitium, a deck building and push your luck game about exploring other dimensions, and continue the light games with I Made You A Mixtape, a mixture of nostalgia and I mix you choose. Finally, we step into action-movie territory with Outgunned Adventures, the cinematic RPG built for daring stunts, explosive moments, and over-the-top storytelling.

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Polyhedron Collider Episode 181 - Halls of Hegra, Inferno, and Pendragon

2026-02-22T12:05:00.003+00:00

Episode 181 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast is pure hell. We kick off lent by stuffing our face with pancakes, before living through the hell of a Nazi invasion in Halls of Hegra, a solo WWII survival game full of tension and tough decisions.

We then descend into actual Hell in Inferno, a heavy euro-style board game about shepherding souls to the nine circles of hell and becoming the best accuser. Finally, we attempt to redeem ourselves as we become just and noble knights, as we explore the Pendragon RPG starter set.

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Episode 180 - 10 Year Anniversary and Our Favourite Games

2026-02-01T15:48:00.001+00:00

It’s been 10 years since Steve, Jon and Andy sat round a table after a few beers and recorded the very first episode of the Polyhedron Collider Cast. In the past 10 years we’ve reviewed hundreds of board games and tabletop roleplaying games, brought on two new hosts (Rory and Sid) and recorded nearly 200 episodes of ramshackle gaming nonsense.

To celebrate we decided to revisit our favourite games of all time, the games we constantly want to play. So here’s to another 10 years!

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#Ramshackle - A chat with Vital Lacerda

2026-01-25T18:49:00.000+00:00

Andy sits down for a relaxed chat with legendary board game designer Vital Lacerda, designer of amazing games such as The Gallerist, On Mars, and Speakeasy. They chat about influential designers, board games design philosophy, and the true identity of Sandra!

Polyhedron Collider Episode 179 - Our Most Anticipated Board Games of 2026

2026-01-11T14:59:00.006+00:00

In Episode 179 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the hype machine is fully powered up as we list the board games (and tabletop roleplaying games) that we are most excited to play in 2026. From big-name designers and blockbuster Kickstarters to intriguing indie releases and mysterious teasers, we dig into the titles that already have us clearing shelf space.

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Polyhedron Collider Episode 178 - The Best Tabletop Games of 2025

2025-12-28T18:17:00.004+00:00

It’s that time of year again! In this special episode of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, we look back at 2025 and count down the best board games and roleplaying games that hit our tables over the past twelve months.

From heavyweight Euros and razor-sharp two-player duels to narrative epics and unforgettable RPG moments, we break down the games that stood out, surprised us, and refused to leave our gaming tables.

Whether you’re building your wish list, arguing with your friends, or just enjoying a bit of end-of-year tabletop reflection, this episode is a celebration of everything that made 2025 a great year to be a gamer.

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Polyhedron Collider Episode 177 - Vantage, Covenant, The Druids of Edora, and Nemesis Retaliation

2025-11-30T11:43:00.000+00:00

In Episode 177 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the lads dive into four wildly different games—ranging from cinematic sci-fi terror to cosy druidic engine-building—with all the usual banter, questionable metaphors, and unsolicited opinions.

We start at high altitude with Vantage, the new epic story based exploration game from Jamey Stegmaier and Stonemaier Games. Can we finally have a Stonemaier game that Andy actually likes? We then travel over the Misty Mountains and go full diggy diggy hole in Covenant from Devir, a worker placement game that is tight on actions and full of theme. Things then become calmer (and significantly greener) as we explore The Druids of Edora—a colourful, dice placement game from Stefan Feld. And finally, we head directly into the vents with our smart rifles ready to rock for Nemesis: Retaliation, the latest addition to Awaken Realms’ survival-horror series. Expect panic, betrayal, epic alien encounters, and a weirdly sexy alien.

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#Ramshackle - Kids Games

2025-11-24T09:32:00.004+00:00

Sid and Rory sit down for a chat about some board games that they've been playing with their kids.

Polyhedron Collider Episode 176 - Malediction, Wroth, Canal Houses, Steam Power, White Castle Duel and Bladerunner RPG

2025-11-12T19:43:00.000+00:00

In Episode 176 of the Polyhedron Collider Cast, the lads tackle a monster lineup of games covering curses, canals, castles, and cyberpunk chaos. From deep Euros to dicey duels and dystopian roleplay, it’s a feast of cardboard, neon and noodles.

Hot from our painting challenge, we start with dark rituals and wicked words of Malediction in this spell-slinging game of grimdark miniature combat. Then it’s onto Wroth, the latest offering from Chip Theory games; a dice pool area control game that full of neon colours.

Things calm down (sort of) with the charming card game Canal Houses, all about building along the waterways of Amsterdam. Beautifully thematic, deeply puzzly, and wetter than a typical UK summer.

Next up, we turn the dials and stoke the engines in Steam Power, a game that puts logistics and efficiency at the heart of its design—perfect for anyone who loves their cubes neatly aligned. But we can't help feel we've played it before.

And in The White Castle Duel, Two players enter the castle, one player leaves (hopefully with honour intact). We test the head-to-head version of The White Castle and see if it captures the elegance and crunch of the original.

Finally, we step into the neon rain for the Blade Runner RPG withe the second case file Fiery Angels, diving into a world of mystery, moral choices, and melancholy monologues. Expect less shooting, more brooding.

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Can we paint the Malediction minis that we were too scared to paint?

2025-11-03T09:03:00.005+00:00

At UK Games Expo 2025, we awarded Malediction with the Mini We Are Too Scared to Paint award. Loot Studios decided to challenge us, and sent us the stl for their 3d printed, card-based skirmish war game (think Warcry meets Magic: The Gathering). Can we paint these insanely detailed miniatures?