Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 478

This week we are talking our top five cards games. Some of us cheated and made more than one list. We had hard time limiting what games counted as card games and games that are card driven.

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 487.

This week we discuss our top five favorite train and transportation games. Hold on tight...this could be a bumpy ride!

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 486.

This week we open up our discussion of train and transportation games. Gather around the game table with us as we talk about some great games. 

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 485.

This week we talk about some of the amazing games we've been playing lately, and discuss a few new releases and croudfunding projects. 

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Meeple Nation Podcast episode 484

This week we creep into the Oathsworn: Into the Deepwood. An amazing campaign driven game. Something we love a lot of, but this one we all really liked.

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 483.

This week we talk about some gaming experiences that made us cringe as we played and maybe considered bumping the table or maybe even flipping the table. Come share in the pain, or maybe laugh at our pain.

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MN Episode 482.

This week we are talking about our top five game in the territory building category. What game is your number one pick? See if it made our lists.

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 481

This week we are opening our discussion of territory games. We are claiming land, growing in influence and finding a successful path to victory. 

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 480

This week we are talking about our June 2023 news and highlights.
 
Gaming highlights, from SaltCon Summer, new games that hit the table, and other fun moments.

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 479

This week we an exciting episode talking about our HUGG-A-MeepleCon highlights from the past and introduce some new friends to what is like to hangout with the Meeple Nation team.

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 478

This week we an excited to be talking about our new favorite campaign game that is base in space. And maybe our new favorite campaign game currently. That game is Stars of Akarios.

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Meeple Nation Episode 477

This week we have picked our top five science fiction games in space. Bet there are some Star Wars games here, and something to do with Mars.

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Meeple Nation Episode 476

This week we begin our discussion of science fiction games that are all in space. And oddly enough not a ton of the games are Star Wars related.

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Meeple Nation Podcast Episode 475

This week we are talking about May 2023 news. 

Gaming highlights, from our first trip to ICON in Idaho, gaming highlights from our Hugg-a-Meeple Con and other amazing games that we have played since our last news episode.

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Meeple Nation Episode 474

This week we have a new top five list we are talking about. Top Five Gateway Games. We each picked our top gateway games, come see if your gateway game made our list.

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Meeple Nation Episode 473

This week we are talking about your top Earth-Based Science Fiction games. This is your list and our feedback for you. What games have we played, which ones will we be looking to add to our collections?

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Meeple Nation Episode 472

This week we are narrowing our discussion of Earth-Based Science Fiction games to our top five games. Let's find out if your top choice made it onto our lists. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 471

This week we are opening our discussion of Earth-Based Science Fiction games. Sci-Fi is such a wide subject we had to split it in two two categories and this group is all close to home.

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Meeple Nation Episode 470

This week we are talking about April 2023 news. 
SaltCon gaming highlights, along with so many other highlights. We also mention some new game announcements, 

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Meeple Nation Episode 469

This week we are talking about our top five games that we have ever bought. This list varies from our top five games in that these games may not be rushing the to table, but they come with some found memories.

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Meeple Nation Episode 468

This week we are talking about our top five favorite games. See how they have changed and find out some of us still has the same number one, but the others have changed for sure.

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Meeple Nation Episode 467

This week we are talking about our top five gaming pet peeves. These are things that drive us nuts. Sometimes we are the ones doing these thing, sometimes we are suffering through these things. Let's see how our list compares to yours.

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Meeple Nation Episode 466

This week we are talking about our top gaming moments. Gaming experiences that made a game or a game night stick in our minds. One of those moments that we want to build on and have more of.

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Meeple Nation Episode 465

This week we are talking about March 2023 news. 
Gaming highlights, new game have hit our tables and games that we are excited about playing.

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Meeple Nation Episode 464

This week we are talking about Endless Winter: Paleoamericans, a 1-4 player game designed by Stan Kordonskiy. Brave the cold, build your tribe and thrive.

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Meeple Nation Episode 463

This week we are responding to your favorite two-players games or games that you feel play best with just two players. How many do we play, and what will be added to the game shelf? Let's find out.

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Meeple Nation Episode 462

This week we are talking about our top two-player games. Not all of our top games are limited to two players. However, we feel that they really shine when played with only one other person.

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Meeple Nation Episode 461

This week we are opening our discussion of two-player games. Not just games that are limited to two players, but games that shine playing them with just two people.

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Meeple Nation Episode 460

This week we are talking about 2023 February news. We had an amazing time at SaltCon Bryce. We played a lot of new games. Also, since this is the first news episode of the year, we talk about gaming goals for 2022, and goals for 2023

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Meeple Nation Episode 458

This week we are talking about five different racing games. Steampunk Rally: Fusion, Can't Stop, High Risk, Quest for El Dorado, and Camel Up!  

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Meeple Nation Episode 459

This week we are talking about an amazing racing game, Tiny Turbo Cars, a 2-4 player game designed by Hjalmar Hach and published through Horrible Guild Games.

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Meeple Nation Episode 457

This week we are kicking off our discussion of racing. Games that have a threshold or finish line that needs to be crossed to end the game.

There will be cars, dog sleds, and even some deep sea divers.

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Meeple Nation Episode 456

This week we are talking about what we are looking forward to during the year 2023.

There are already a ton of games expected out this year. We hit several that are exciting to us now.

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Meeple Nation Episode 455

This week we are talking about December 2022 news.

Gaming highlights. We mention some new game announcements, several new games that can be found in the wild.

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Meeple Nation Episode 454

This week we are talking about our highlights for the year 2022. We are focusing on events, memories, and of course we will be talking about some amazing games that all hit the table in 2022.

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Meeple Nation Episode 453

This week we are talking about Tortuga 2199. A game of space pirating as battling captains seek fame and control in order to unite the pirate clans and become Tortuga's pirate leader

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Meeple Nation Episode 452

This week we are talking about four widely different pirate games; Skull King, Cartagena, Forgotten Waters, and Tiny Epic Pirates. From trick takers to rondels, pirate games ahoy!

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Meeple Nation Episode 451

This week we are talking about Andy's favorite theme of games, pirate themed games. We start with sea pirates but the changes to include space pirates too.

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Meeple Nation Episode 450A

It is here!! The 2022 Holiday Gift Guide!

Looking for games to buy for your friends who are just tipping their toes into the boardgaming hobby, or buying something for the gamer that seems to have it all, we have all sorts of options.

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Meeple Nation Episode 400

This week we are talking about November 2022 news.
BGG Con gaming highlights, BGG Con Kickstarter plays of games coming out Q1 2023, and other fun highlights too.

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Meeple Nation Episode 449

This week we are talking about Bardsung. Choose your path, find adventure, be a legend. Inspire tales for the bard's to sing for years to follow. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 448

This week we are talking about The Initiative, a game for 1-4 players, designed by Corey Konieczka, and released through Unexpected Games. Play as one of four teens and they play through The Key. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 447

This week we are talking about five puzzle games. Doug talks Mansions of Madness 2nd Edition, Nathan Covers Canvas, Andy discusses Potion Explosion, Logan picks Scarabya, and David speaks about Feasts for Odin.

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Meeple Nation Episode 446

This week we are talking about Puzzle games and games that have some sort of puzzle mechanic in them. We range from games like Azul to escape room style games. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 445

This week we are talking about October 2022 news.

We talk gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a crowdfunding project or two.

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Meeple Nation Episode 444

This week we are talking about My Father's Work, a 2-4 player game designed by TC Petty the third. After finding their father's journal of full of both inspiring and dark discoveries, players carry on in those grim experiments.

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Meeple Nation Episode 443

This week we are talking about five Halloween games. Nightfall, Zombie Dice, Betrayal Legacy, Cult of the Deep, Horrified and Horrified: American Monsters.

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Meeple Nation Episode 442

This week we are talking about Halloween style games. There could be spooky games, maybe even some scary games, but there will for sure be some fun games

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Meeple Nation Episode 441

This week we are talking about Zombicide: 2nd edition, 1-6 players team up to find supplies and defeat zombies before they get you. An amazing game designed by Raphael Guiton, Jean-Baptiste, Lullien, and Nicolas Raoult

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Meeple Nation Episode 440

This week we are talking about September news.

Gaming and SaltCon End of Summer highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a fun Kickstarter?

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Meeple Nation Episode 439

This week we are talking about Return to Dark Tower, this 1-4 player game is designed by: Tim Burrell-Saward, Isaac Childres, Noah Cohen, Rob Daviau, Justin D. Jacobson, and Brian Neff.

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Meeple Nation Episode 438

This week we are talking about Aquatica, and it's expansion, Aquatica: Cold Waters. Designed by Ivan Tuzovsky this 1-4 player game is released through Cosmodrome Games plays in about 30-60 minutes.

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Meeple Nation Episode 437

This week we are talking about five games based on an aquatic theme. We discuss, Merchants Cove, Sea of Legends, Pirates Cove, Underwater Cities, and Oceans. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 436

This week we are kicking off our discussion of Nautical themed games. Walk don't run as we take a deep dive into these water based games.

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Meeple Nation Episode 435

This week we are talking August 2022 news.
Gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a crowdfunding project or two.

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Meeple Nation Episode 434

This week we are talking about Merchants of the Dark Road, a 1-4 player game designed by Brian Suhre, released through Elf Creek Games, and plays in 60-120 minutes.

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Meeple Nation Episode 433

This week we are talking about Abomination: The Heir of Frankenstein, a 2-4 player game designed by Dan Blanchett, distributed through Plaid Hat Games and plays in 90-180 minutes

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Meeple Nation Episode 432

This week we are talking about four games with murder in the theme of the game. We discuss, Clue: Master Detective, Mysterium,  and P.I. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 431

This week we are talking about games that all involve an act of murder! Some game are social deduction games, and some involve rituals to Elder gods. Either way put on the crime scene gloves and come join us at the game table.

Meeple Nation Episode 430

This week we are talking about May news.
Gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a Kickstarter to late pledge.

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Meeple Nation Episode 429

This week we are talking about Dead Reckoning, the latest Game from Designer John D. Clair and AEG. Each player commands a ship and crew and seeks to amass the greatest fortune. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 428

This week we are talking about Meeples and Monsters, the latest Game from Designer Ole Steiness and Alderac Entertainment Group. The peaceful city of Rowan is in peril. Citizens must fortify the city. Warriors, clerics, knights, and mages, are called to service.

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Meeple Nation Episode 427

This week we are talking about Ankh: Gods of Egypt, from designer Eric Lang and CMON Games. Play as a god of ancient Egypt, competing to survive as society begins to forget the old ways, so that only you and your followers remain.

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Meeple Nation Episode 426

This week we are talking about mythology or folklore themed games. We discuss games with Greek gods all the way to Robin Hood, and games that land somewhere in between.

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Meeple Nation Episode 425

This week we are talking about June 2022 news. We discuss gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild.

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Meeple Nation Episode 424

This week we are talking about Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle: Designed by Forrest-Pruzan Creative, Kami Mandell, and Andrew Wolf. Released through The Op. You and up to four friends fight to save Hogwarts Castle.

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Meeple Nation Episode 407

This week we are talking about four games based on TV movies or books. We discuss, James Bond, Journeys in Middle-earth, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Villainous: 

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Meeple Nation Episode 422

This week we are talking about our HUGG-A-Meeple event with our friends from Herriman, Doug, Cory, and Max. We talk about some of the groups favorite games. Sorry the audio is a bit off. Too many people.

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Meeple Nation Episode 421

This week we are talking about board games that are based on TV shows, movies, even a video games and handful of books. Did we talk about one of your favorite properties?

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Meeple Nation Episode 400

This week we are talking about April 2022 news.
Gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a Kickstarter or two.

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Meeple Nation Episode 419

This week we are talking about Lizard Wizard, the latest game from designer Glenn Dover and Forbidden Games. Arch-Mages are vying for loyalty of wizards across the land so they can wield ultimate power.

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Meeple Nation Episode 418

This week we are talking about Tiny Epic Dungeons, the latest Tiny Epic game from Scott Alms and Gamelyn Games. This is our third episode in our "games with miniatures" series. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 417

This week we are talking about four different games with minis. We discuss, Big Trouble in Little China: the Game, Folklore: the Affliction, several Awaken Realms games, and Sewer Pirates.

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Meeple Nation Episode 416

This week we are talking about several games that include miniatures. We discuss several of our favorites, Gloomhaven, Nemesis, Shadows of Brimstone, among other games.

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Meeple Nation Episode 415

This week we are talking about March 2022 news.
Gaming highlights, one new game announcements, some new games that can be found in the wild.

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Meeple Nation Episode 414

This week we are talking Dune Imperium, a 1-4 player game designed Paul Dennen, and published through Direwolf Games. Join as we explore Arrakis, or the planet Dune.

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Meeple Nation Episode 413

This week we are talking about All things West Kingdom. This includes Architects, Paladins, Viscounts of the West Kingdom. We also discuss Tomesaga, which ties all three games together in a campaign.

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Meeple Nation Episode 412

This week we are talking about four different medieval games. We discuss, Web of Power, Storm Dragons, Castles of Burgundy, and Carcassonne.

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Meeple Nation Episode 411

This week we are talking about games the are set in medieval times or have a medieval theme. From Dominion to Champions of Midgard, plus I bet someone mentions Gloomhaven at some point.

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Meeple Nation Episode 410

This week we are talking about February 2022 news.
Gaming highlights, new game announcements, new games that can be found in the wild, and a Kickstarter or two.

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Meeple Nation Episode 409

This week we are talking about The Lost Ruins of Arnak. 1-4 play game designed by Elwin Min. Players explore an uncharted island to discover the lost ruins of Arnak.

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Meeple Nation Episode 406

This week we are talking Shadows of Brimstone. Designed by Jason Hill, 1-4 players form an adventuring party to explore the Dark Mines and fight the darkness that waits within. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 407

This week we are talking about three different fighting games. We discuss, Pirates Cove, Aeon's End, and Mythic Battles Pantheon. Let the fighting begin!

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Meeple Nation Episode 406

This week we are talking Jumping into the ring with Fighting games. There are so many games that use combat as a gaming element. We just bruise  the surface of this topic. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 405

This week we are talking about January news.
The first news episode of the year, so we talk about games from the end of last year of course. Plus we talk about new game we have played.

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Meeple Nation Episode 404

This week we are talking about what we are looking forward to in this brand new year. Kickstarter's we hope that will be fulfilled this year and gaming events we are looking for this year

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Meeple Nation Episode 403

The Year 2021 is at an end. This week we are all of our highlights of 2021. We will be discussing game we play this year and the people we played those games with.

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Meeple Nation Episode 402

This week we are digging into civilizations games. Should these games all have epic playing times, or can a shorter play time still provide enough civilization to scratch that itch?

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Meeple Nation Episode 401

This week we are talking all about animal games. From tales of simple games with pigs, to complex games like Agricola, and some many more in between. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 400

This week we are talking about December news which includes a ton of highlights from November and BGG Con 2021. Games, Food, and Friends!

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Meeple Nation Episode 399

This week we are discussing Altiplano. A 60-120 minute game for 2-5 players, designed by Reiner Stockhausen and released through Renegade Games

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Meeple Nation Episode 398

This week we are talking about four different economic games. We discuss; The Game of Life, Acquire, Xenon Profiteer, and Terraforming Mars.

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Meeple Nation Episode 397

This week we are talking about economic games. Games that have some level of economy that needs to be managed.

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Meeple Nation Episode 396

This week we are talking about our Holiday Gift Guide for the year 2021. Want some suggestions on what to get those people on your shopping list? No matter what their gaming level is, we have a few ideas.

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Meeple Nation Episode 395

This week we are talking about November news, which includes a review of games we played at HUGG-A-Meeple Con South. We played a ton of games over two days. 

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Meeple Nation Episode 394

This week we are talking about Descent: Legends of the Dark. A game for 1-4 players, designed by Kara Centell-Dunk, and Nathan Hajek. Plays in 120-180 minutes, and is released through Fantasy Flight Games

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Meeple Nation Episode 393

This week we are talking all about Halloween games. It is Logan's favorite time of the year, and we dedicating the whole episode to his dark side.

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Meeple Nation Episode 392

This week we are talking about four different fantasy games. We discuss, Avalon, Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-earth, Ascension, and Beowulf: The Legend.

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Meeple Nation Episode 391

This week we are talking about fantasy games, or games that have a fantasy theme. A very large number of games fall into the group we try to fit as many as we can into our 30 time slot.

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Meeple Nation Episode 390

This week we are talking about September 2021 news.
Gaming highlights, new game announcements, and new games that can be found in the wild.

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