A Couple Games
By Zach B.
A podcast about board games- when, where, and why to play them through the eyes of a married couple.
A Couple GamesJan 15, 2024
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Episode 54: The Grand Carnival and Everstone!
In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays of The Grand Carnival and Everstone: Discovering Ignis as well as games they played with their families over the holidays.
Jan 15, 202444:14
Episode 53: Chill Games 2023
In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss some games that are pretty chill. Games discussed: Deep Dive, Spots, Hues and Cues, BOOoop, Mindbug: First Contact, Disney Sorcerer’s Arena
Nov 13, 202341:05
Episode 52: Marrakesh and First Impression Games
In this episode Michelle and Zach give their initial impressions on Marrakesh then discuss love at first sight games vs games that grow on you.
Sep 18, 202347:14
Episode 51: Our Top 10 Games of All Time (2023 Edition)
In this episode, Michelle and Zach record their first video podcast to rank their favorite games of all time as of 8/13/23. Who will win the game guessing each other's top 10?!
Aug 15, 202357:00
Episode 50: Between 2 Cities, Castles of Burgundy Special Edition, and Big Box Games
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their recent plays and big box games. Games mentioned: Downforce, Deception Murder in Hong Kong, Stuffed Fables, Smartphone Inc Mobile Markets, Between 2 Cities Essential Edition, Turing Machine, Takenoko, Castles of Burgundy Special Edition.
Jul 31, 202351:34
Episode 49: Fourth Down! Interview with designer Harrison Brooks
In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss recent plays as well as interview Harrison Brooks, creator of Elevator Up and Fourth Down
May 22, 202339:22
Episode 48: Pendulum, Teotihuacan, Dollars to Donuts, MicroMacro Crime City
In this episode Zach and Michelle talk about games they’ve played lately as as review Pendulum.
Apr 23, 202301:00:03
Episode 47: Consistency Quadropolis, Istanbul, Space Base
Zach and Michelle discuss what’s been going on. Games mentioned:
- [x] Istanbul
- [x] Marvel Champions(with Brady)
- [x] Santa Monica
- [x] Trekking the World
- [x] Dune Imperium
- [x] Colorado games: Quacks and High Society
- [x] Quadropolis
- [x] Space Base
- [x] War Chest
- [x] Istanbul
- [x] Marvel Champions(with Brady)
- [x] Santa Monica
- [x] Trekking the World
- [x] Dune Imperium
- [x] Colorado games: Quacks and High Society
- [x] Quadropolis
- [x] Space Base
- [x] War Chest
Mar 20, 202340:44
Episode 46: Games We Disagree On
Michelle and Zach discuss the games they have divergent opinions on. Games mentioned: Heat: Pedal to the Metal, Azul, Next Station London.
Jan 17, 202301:04:26
Episode 45: Top Games of 2022
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their top games from 2022.
Dec 12, 202255:51
Episode 44: Planet Unknown, Wingspan Nesting Box, Terraforming Mars Ares Expedition
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their October highlighting Planet Unknown, Terraforming Mars Ares Expedition, and the Wingspan Nesting Box
Nov 10, 202235:57
Episode 43: Grand Austria Hotel, Cascadia, Marvel Remix
In episode Michelle and Zach discuss their first board game convention experience and the games they’ve been playing lately
Oct 09, 202257:20
Episode 42: Welcome to the Moon, Paris expansion, KLASK!
Michelle and Zach discuss life, Welcome to the Moon, and KLASK
Aug 29, 202240:29
Episode 41: Hot Take- Ark Nova, Dice Throne, Parks, Orleans
In this episode Michelle and Zach have a hot take on Ark Nova and discuss their recent plays!
Jul 25, 202239:31
Episode 40: We’re Back!- Viticulture World, Kingdomino Origins, Azul: Queen’s Garden
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss why they’ve been on hiatus for 5 months as well as Viticulture World, Kingdomino Origins, and Azul Queen’s Garden
Jul 11, 202229:22
Episode 39: Juicy Fruits and Nidavellir
This week Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays with highlights on Juicy Fruits and Nidavellir. Other games discussed: Feast for Odin, WesternLegends, Tapestry, Paladins of the West Kingdom, Splendor Marvel, Marvel United
Feb 04, 202240:48
Episode 38: Where We’ve Been and Best of 2021
In this episode Zach and Michelle explain why they’ve been MIA the last 2 months then discuss their favorite games of 2021 (new to them)
Dec 31, 202151:44
Episode 37: Rawr and Write + Rolling Realms
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss the latest roll and writes: Rolling Realms and Dinosaur Island Rawr and Write. They also talk about their recent plays.
Oct 25, 202152:27
Episode 36: Don't Judge a Game by Its Cover!
In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays as well as good games whose covers don't do them any favors.
Games mentioned:
Gnoming Around
The Magnificient
Lorenzo il Magnifico
Ethnos
Marvel Champions
Castles of Burgundy
Concordia
Awkward Guests
Century Golem
Secret Hitler
The Pursuit of Happiness
Spirit Island
Blood Rage
Dead Men Tell No Tales
Games mentioned:
Gnoming Around
The Magnificient
Lorenzo il Magnifico
Ethnos
Marvel Champions
Castles of Burgundy
Concordia
Awkward Guests
Century Golem
Secret Hitler
The Pursuit of Happiness
Spirit Island
Blood Rage
Dead Men Tell No Tales
Oct 04, 202146:22
Episode 35: Feel Good Games
This episode Zach and Michelle recap their recent games and discuss “feel good” games. Games mentioned: My City, The Magnificent, Teotihuacan, Welcome To, Red Rising, Queendomino, Marvel Champions, Underwater Cities, Wingspan, Santa Monica, Patchwork, and Meeple Land
Sep 20, 202152:19
Episode 34: Games that Make Us Feel Smart
In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss the new Quacks of Quedlingburg expansion and other games in their recent plays. They also ponder games that make them feel smart.
Games mentioned:
Quacks of Quedlingburg
Maracaibo
Architects of the West Kingdom
Tapestry
Smartphone Inc
Queendomino
Azul Summer Pavilion
Search for Planet X
Paris le Cite de la Lumiere
Tekhenu: Obelisk of the Sun
Tiny Towns
My City
Games mentioned:
Quacks of Quedlingburg
Maracaibo
Architects of the West Kingdom
Tapestry
Smartphone Inc
Queendomino
Azul Summer Pavilion
Search for Planet X
Paris le Cite de la Lumiere
Tekhenu: Obelisk of the Sun
Tiny Towns
My City
Aug 23, 202150:38
Episode 33: Top 10 Games (2021) Ft. Matt and Sarah
In this episode Zach and Michelle are joined by their good friends Matt and Sarah to discuss their Top 10 favorite games as of 2021
Aug 10, 202101:13:45
Episode 32: Shelf Update
This week Michelle and Zach let you know their still alive by talking about their recent plays as well as an update on their shelf traffic.
Jul 26, 202135:35
Episode 31: Theme Vs Thematics
In this episode Zach ambushes Michelle with a discussion over theme vs thematic gameplay.
Games mentioned:
Tekhenu
Red Rising
Star Wars Rebellion
Castles of Madking Ludwig
Duelosaur Island
Near and Far
Lorenzo il Magnifico
Feast for Odin
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle
Games mentioned:
Tekhenu
Red Rising
Star Wars Rebellion
Castles of Madking Ludwig
Duelosaur Island
Near and Far
Lorenzo il Magnifico
Feast for Odin
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle
Jun 22, 202101:11:31
Episode 30: Relaxing Games
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their most recent plays then talk about relaxing games.
Games mentioned:
Azul Summer Pavilion
Teotihuacan
Overboss
Castles of Burgundy
My City
Marvel United
Orleans
Dinner in Paris
Dream Home
Nova Luna
Isle of Cats
Wingspan
Carcassonne
Kingdomino
Point Salad
Welcome To
Games mentioned:
Azul Summer Pavilion
Teotihuacan
Overboss
Castles of Burgundy
My City
Marvel United
Orleans
Dinner in Paris
Dream Home
Nova Luna
Isle of Cats
Wingspan
Carcassonne
Kingdomino
Point Salad
Welcome To
Jun 01, 202151:42
Ep. 29: Stressful Games
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their recent plans as well as stress inducing games. Games mentioned: Legendary, Meeple Land, Red Rising, Lions of Lydia, Overboss, Small Islands, Azul, Tiny Epic Pirates, Tapestry, and Welcome To
May 11, 202157:53
Episode 28: Red Rising and Lost Ruins of Arnak
In this episode, Zach and Michelle discuss their recent plays over the last 3 weeks including the hotness that is Red Rising and Lost Ruins of Arnak!
Apr 19, 202143:19
Episode 27: Misleading Player Counts
In this episode Michelle and Zach cover all the games they've played the last 3 weeks as well as discuss games with misleading player counts.
Games Mentioned:
Tang Garden
Wingspan: Oceania
Sagrada: Life
Clans of Caledonia
Alma Mater
Quacks of Quedlingburg
Five Tribes: Whims of the Sultan
Root
New York Slice
King of Tokyo
Isle of Cats (family edition)
Just One
Mar 29, 202101:07:50
Episode 26: Small Box Games
In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays as well as their favorite small box games.
Games mentioned:
Charterstone
Dragon Castle
Tokaido
Overboss
Dream Home
Bunny Kingdom
7 Wonders Duel
Mar 08, 202101:08:45
Episode 25: Snowed in with Overboss and Taverns of Tiefenthal
In this bonus episode, Michelle and Zach discuss their week being snowed in and playing games. Games mentioned:
Taverns of Tiefenthal (3:50)
Overboss (20:00)
Bunny Kingdom (31:05)
Dinner in Paris (37:15)
Feb 22, 202145:31
Episode 24: Dune Imperium + Other Recent Plays Along with Board Game Upgrades!
In this episode, Zach and Michelle talk about their long list of recent plays after their biggest board game day in months! They also discuss their favorite, most necessary/least necessary board game upgrades!
Lighter Games discussed: Patchwork, Nova Luna, Star Realms, My City, Reef, Quacks of Quedlinburg (3:40)
Heavier Games discussed: Era: Medieval Age, Marvel Champions, Smartphone, Inc., Everdell, Castles of Burgundy, Dune Imperium (31:02)
Boardgame Upgrades (1:28:00)
Feb 15, 202101:52:28
Episode 23: Games that Need More Love
In this episode Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays as well as games that do not get the attention they deserve. Games mentioned-Recent Plays: Fort, Azul, Nova Luna, Dinner in Paris, My City, Tidal Blades, Ex Libris, and then all the games that don’t get enough love! Thanks to our Instagram followers who helped share their favorite games they think don’t get the attention they deserve!
Feb 01, 202101:12:17
Episode 22: New Plays PT 2- Fort, Tekhenu, Teotihuacan
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss their plays of their newest games as well as recent plays of older favorites. Games mentioned: Underwater Cities, Dinosaur Island, Downforce, Paris la Cite de Lumiere, Funkoverse, Fort, Tiny Epic Quest, Tekhenu, and Teotihuacan
Jan 18, 202101:19:43
Episode 21: New Plays Part 1- My City, Meeple Land, High Society, Mastermind
In this episode Zach and Michelle discuss some of the new games they got in their Christmas haul including My City, Meeple Land, High Society, Mastermind. Other games mentioned- Marvel Champions, Tiny Towns, Everdell, Isle of Cats
Jan 04, 202101:01:14
Episode 20: Our Top 10 of 2020
Zach and Michelle discuss their favorite games that were new to them in 2020!
Dec 21, 202001:12:48
Episode 19: Gaming Virtually
This week Michelle and Zach discuss their favorite games to play virtually as well as the games they have been playing recently!
Dec 07, 202044:29
Episode 18: Harry Potter Themed Games!
Happy Thanksgiving week! This week Michelle and Zach discuss their recent plays as always and give a birthday shoutout to their friend Sarah who hosted an awesome Harry Potter themed celebration! Harry Potter themed board games were discussed!
Nov 23, 202055:40
Episode 17: Childhood Games
Zach and Michelle discuss their recent plays falling down every rabbit hole they come across and reminisce on childhood games (46:00ish). They also add their input on which modern games pair with their childhood games!
Nov 09, 202001:24:52
Episode 16: Themes We Want in Board Games
In this episode Michelle and Zach talk about games they played around Halloween. Then they try to discuss themes they would like to see in board games but get super sidetracked!
Nov 02, 202054:02
Episode 15: A Couple Games in Cabo
In this week’s episode Zach and Michelle talk as always about their recent plays but also about their gaming adventures in Cabo!
Oct 19, 202052:26
Episode 14: The Board Game Edit
Michelle and Zach discuss recent plays and we see the effects of watching a Netflix show on our board game shelf
Sep 28, 202022:55
Episode 13: Party Games!
Join Michelle and Zach as they welcome their second guests on the show.... Uncle Jack and Manon! Recent plays are discussed as well as party games and other topics as well!
Sep 14, 202048:57
Episode 12: Win Percentages!
Zach and Michelle discuss their recent plays as always and ponder over their win/loss percentages
Sep 08, 202044:60
Episode 11: Top 5 Games We Want Right Now (8/29/2020)
This week Michelle and Zach talk about their tiny list of recently played games. Then they discuss their top 5 games they want right now!
Aug 31, 202048:31
Episode 10: Red Raven Games
This week Michelle and Zach discuss their many recent plays. Then they dive deep into the art, history, and experiences provided by Red Raven Games!
Aug 24, 202001:04:45
Episode 9: Legacy Games (ft. our first guests)
Zach and Michelle give their short list of recent plays for the week. Then they welcome their very first guests on the podcast- the famous legacy game experts Matt and Sarah to discuss...legacy games!
Games discussed:
Ethnos
Quacks of Quedlinburg: The Herb Witches
Marvel Champions
Charterstone
Pandemic Legacy: Season 1
Betrayal Legacy
Risk Legacy
Terraforming Mars
Star Wars Rebellion
Sushi Go Party
Point Salad
Aug 17, 202054:08
Episode 8: Best and Worst Expansions
Michelle embarrassingly mispronounces her drink of choice for the night. Then Zach and Michelle discuss the best and worst expansions to games they have ever played!
Games mentioned:
Paris la cite de Lumiere
Brew Crafters
Tiny Towns
Tuscany Essential Edition
Star Wars Rebellion Rise of the Empire
Near and Far The Amber Mines
Raiders of the North Sea Hall of Heroes
Terraforming Mars Prelude
Scythe Rise of Fenris
Kingdomino Age of Giants
Western Legends Ante Up
Roll Player Fiends and Familiars
Terraforming Mars Turmoil
Games mentioned:
Paris la cite de Lumiere
Brew Crafters
Tiny Towns
Tuscany Essential Edition
Star Wars Rebellion Rise of the Empire
Near and Far The Amber Mines
Raiders of the North Sea Hall of Heroes
Terraforming Mars Prelude
Scythe Rise of Fenris
Kingdomino Age of Giants
Western Legends Ante Up
Roll Player Fiends and Familiars
Terraforming Mars Turmoil
Aug 10, 202001:06:23
Episode 7: Top Games We’d Give As Gifts!
This week Zach and Michelle talk about their recent board game plays and discuss their top games they would give as gifts (primarily to people who do not play board games as much as they do)!
Games talked about:
Roll Player
Wingspan
Point Salad
Harry Potter House Cup Competition
Kingdomino
Deception: Murder in Hong Kong
BANG! The Dice Game
Codenames
Dream Home
For Sale
Marvel Champions
Downforce
Carcassonne
Aug 03, 202050:39
Episode 6: M vs. Z
This week we have a lot to talk about on our recent plays so no discussion topic. We’ll be back with those next week.
Jul 27, 202057:06
Episode 5: Games That Left Our Shelf
This week we discuss our recent plays in order of complexity, games that have left our shelf, and why!
Games Discussed:
Viticulture
Agricola Family Edition
Azul Summer Pavilion
Tapestry
Sagrada
Paris Le Cite De La Lumiere
Disney Jungle Cruise Adventure Game
Marvel Champions
Artifacts, Inc.
Fantastic Factories
CV
Suburbia
Forbidden Sky
Villainous
Bang!
Kokoro: Avenue of Kodama
Dead Men Tell No Tales
Jul 20, 202056:39