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A Look at Competition at the Game Table – Ask The Bellhop

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One of the best questions we've ever received at Tabletop Bellhop was from Patron Brian Kurtz who asked a detailed question about competition.

Brian writes:
Hi Moe and Sean, As you know I'm a Tabletop Bellhop megafan - I've loved your show from the very first episode. From your patient explanations of different mechanics in games to reviews and recommendations, I have gotten a lot out of the show and the website, and I've bought some fantastic games on your recommendation. Thank you so much.
My question today is a little different than some other questions you've had which look for specific suggestions of games that meet certain criteria. Mine is a bit more... philosophical. I want to know what you think about competition, and gaming. [ READ MORE ]

A Heavy Topic – Discussing Game Weight – Episode 38 Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast

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 This is the 38th episode of the Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast, an edited version of our live show recorded on April 17th 2019. Join us as we stream live every week on Wednesdays at 9:30 Eastern on Twitch. If you like some video with your audio, you can also watch/listen to an unedited version of the show over on YouTube.

Ep 38 - A Heavy Topic. Discussing the game weight. What does it mean and what use is it? Also War Chest, Kodama, Immortals and more DC Deck Building Expansions. [ READ MORE ]

Weighing in on Game Complexity – Ask The Bellhop

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Do you like heavy games or lighter games? What exactly does that mean? Today I'm talking about game weight in response to a "question" we received from Sean Hamilton.

Sean Hamilton writes:
Not exactly a question, but I feel like it's a point that should be addressed. The importance of different 'weights' of games. A discussion how it can be useful to have a light game at the start of the night when you might be waiting for people to show up, and a light game after a heavy game just to recover. I don't know if you could get a full episode out of it, but it might be a valid point to bring up anyways. [ READ MORE ]

The Spirit of Competition – Episode 37 Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast

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 This is the 37th episode of the Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast, an edited version of our live show recorded on April 10th 2019. Join us as we stream live every week on Wednesdays at 9:30 Eastern on Twitch. If you like some video with your audio, you can also watch/listen to an unedited version of the show over on YouTube.

Ep 37 - The Spirit Of Competition, an unscripted discussion on competition and competitiveness at the game table. Also, a review of Demon Lord’s Companion and a look at 8 different games played by the hosts this past week. [ READ MORE ]