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Board Of It's Top 10 Board Games (Updated 2024)
As it says on the tin! We reveal our favourite board games of all time to each other, live in the video. Are these the best board games of all time? Let us know.
0:00 - Intro
2:44 - 10
6:27 - 9
11:44 - 8
17:57 - 7
22:52 - 6
26:09 - 5
29:40 - 4
33:52 - 3
38:31 - 2
43:25 - 1
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Board Of It's Top 20 Board Games (20-11)
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As it says on the tin! We reveal our favourite board games of all time, starting with number 20. We reveal our picks live to each other, then debate whose list is better ;). 0:00 - Intro 02:50 - 20 7:17 - 19 13:00 - 18 18:17 - 17 23:35 - 16 28:23 - 15 32:42 - 14 39:05 - 13 45:51 - 12 52:35 - 11 Geeknson Table: Our wonderful new table comes from Geeknson, and if you're considering buying anythin...
Wingspan: A Buyer's Guide
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Welcome to our Buyer's Guide for everything Wingspan! We'll take you through what Wingspan is, how you play it, what content is available (e.g. Wingspan Asia, Oceania, European Expansion), how it all combines, what you need to know before buying, and finally, what we think of it all! 0:00 - Intro 1:46 - What is Wingspan? 2:52 - How Do You Play Wingspan? 6:07: European Expansion 7:00 - Oceania E...
Board Of It's Top 10 Two Player Games (Updated 2024)
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After our popular series "The Best Board Games For Two Players...That Aren't Specifically Two Player" we thought why not do a video on our favourite board games actually for two players! Join as as we go through the top 10 best board games (in our opinion) for 2 players :) 0:00 - Intro 1:53 - Number 10 4:50 - Number 9 9:38 - Number 8 13:50 - Number 7 17:51 - Number 6 22:40 - Number 5 25:23 - Nu...
Evolution: Another World Playthrough
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Evolution: Another World is a card game in a beloved Evolution: the Origin of Species series. In the game, you create animals and give them traits, so they survive and thrive in the chaotic world of wondrous creatures. The goal of the game is to give your creatures enough energy to transmute and transcend their state of existence. The first player to transmute three creatures wins the game. Gee...
Wingspan Fan Art Pack Expansion: Maybe Our Favourite Wingspan Expansion?
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Over 300 Wingspan fans submitted illustrations of their favorite birds in the game for the Wingspan Fan Art Challenge, and we selected 255 illustrations in a variety of styles. The end result is a large pack of bird cards-mechanically identical to their counterparts in Wingspan and the Europe, Oceania, and Asia expansions-to add a special burst of flavor to tabletops worldwide. Geeknson Table: ...
Imperium: Classics vs. Imperium: Legends vs. Imperium: Horizons...A Buyers Guide
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Based on simple and intuitive hand management, Heat: Pedal to the Metal puts players in the driver's seat of intense car races, jockeying for position to cross the finish line first, while managing their car's speed if they don't want to overheat. Selecting the right upgrades for their car will help them hug the curves and keep their engine cool enough to maintain top speeds. Ultimately, their ...
Agricola vs. Grand Austria Hotel: Which Is Better?
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In the asymmetric combat game Harrow County: The Game of Gothic Conflict (1-3 players), players can play as one of the Protectors, trying to rescue townsfolk, or as one of the family, trying to destroy Harrow County. You can instead play as a third faction that originates from the surprise return of Emmy's twin sister, Kammi, who wants to rule Harrow County. Players activate mason jars to move ...
John Company 2nd Edition Review: One of the Finest Board Gaming Experiences
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In John Company (1-6 players), players assume the roles of ambitious families attempting to use the British East India Company for personal gain. The game begins in the early eighteenth-century, when the Company has a weak foothold on the subcontinent. Over the course of the game, the Company might grow into the most powerful and insidious corporation in the world or collapse under the weight o...
Expeditions Review: Scythe Via The X-Files
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The Best Board Games For Two Players...That Aren't Specifically Two Player! (Episode 9)
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  • @ausproto
    @ausproto 10 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Congrats guys! Weird question, but what are some of the furniture items you have in your videos? I particularly like the storage cabinet where you keep your board games! Thanks :D

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! 🥰 it’s the ikea Bestå unit 🙌🏻

  • @Shura-23
    @Shura-23 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Hi everyone... 🫂 I bought Root base game but unfortunately there are not expansions in our country.I found hardly only Marauder Expansion.And very expensive.So my question is: Dear friends ,is it worth to buy Marauder for 2 players or not? I must know before.Because it is very expensive.Is it worth?And I'll not be able to buy anything else for Root.Only Marauder can buy after your recommend of course.Please help... 🙏 Thanks in advance 💜💚💛

  • @ttocsisme
    @ttocsisme วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just picked up Harrow County looking to play it this weekend.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      We hope you enjoy as much as we do!

  • @simonjones9151
    @simonjones9151 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I think for me and my game groups (now in our thirties !) the games that stand the test of time are the ones that give more than they take. “Old school”, elegant titles like El Grande, Chinatown, Acquire etc. that have a simple rule set but allow for a deep and interactive decision space. A lot of the modern Euros you mention (and that are popular on BGG) have left my collection. Too many layers, too long etc.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews วันที่ผ่านมา

      Nothing wrong with that. We recently played Through The Desert for the first time and that was a great experience! But, we also love mean, long, tough euros. There's something thrilling about the struggle.

  • @jimjones4767
    @jimjones4767 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I have a $20 for anyone who can find me a review of this apparently awesome game that doesn't include white people mewling about how terrible colonialism was.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews วันที่ผ่านมา

      Shouldn't you be in Guyana, Jim?

  • @joshtuttle1608
    @joshtuttle1608 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congrats, you two! Have loved watching your content and keeping up with the dramatic list reveals ;)

  • @gidiyaniv82
    @gidiyaniv82 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How did you lose an entire group? :)

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      They moved away! Internationals tend to do that unfortunately.

  • @JohnBystrom
    @JohnBystrom 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congratulations on getting married! 🍾 A little surprised that Imperium: Horizons wasn’t on anyone’s top 20 😅

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It was...and then it wasn't! It was close. I think the fact that is such a solo experience and a long game hurt it in the final ranking.

  • @JBis.
    @JBis. 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congratulations on your wedding!!! 😀😀😀

  • @JFin-gx7nc
    @JFin-gx7nc 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Both of you like Barrage and Brass, have you had the chance to try out Nucleum yet?

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes we have! We even have a review of it! Looking forward to trying the expansion.

  • @MrRavenex
    @MrRavenex 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congratulations on getting married! Here is my top 10 in no particular order: GWT New Zealand Scythe Dune Imperium Spirit Island Age of Innovation Ark Nova Wyrmspan Nemesis Lockdown Cascadia Tainted Grail

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That is a really strong top 10!

  • @szassegamestabletop
    @szassegamestabletop 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congrats! Thanks for the great video

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! You're most welcome!

  • @antoniovistcoatis1541
    @antoniovistcoatis1541 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congratz on getting married! All the best! Also, great list :)

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! We like to think so😇

  • @jaredgreig9573
    @jaredgreig9573 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Disappointed that Articulate didn't make Tali's list this year. By far my fav shock pick last time

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Truly sorry to disappoint on this one 😔 - Tallie

  • @steveg9939
    @steveg9939 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fun video to watch. Great that you share so many top games. Even if a game is #8 on one list and #2 on the other’s, means that you really enjoy playing together. Have fun in 2024! Cult of the new 😉

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad it was fun to watch! We do have a great time playing together!

  • @timothyweddle3723
    @timothyweddle3723 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If I were to get into Root, mainly as a 2p, how would you recommend I approach the gameplay…with an automa faction? Would you recommend the clockwork expansion if we’re mostly 2p gamers? Thank you!

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yea defo would recommend the clockwork, although it is quite expensive for what you get. There are print and play options available though! Otherwise the Mauraders expansion is good for two players.

  • @ChrisLowResDream
    @ChrisLowResDream 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    thanks😊

  • @simonmcg23
    @simonmcg23 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice work guys I love both of the list. All of these games are right in my wheelhouse. A few more to check out them. So thank you very much hi just a bit of constructive criticism. I reckon you could zoom the camera in a bit I’d like to see more of you guys and less of the plant on the left and down the hall to the right.

  • @craigandrews7544
    @craigandrews7544 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Where does Stationfall rank guys?

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It's a tough one, haven't played it enough since reviewing to have it high. Really like it, but hard proposition to introduce to people or find the right group for.

  • @andraslibal
    @andraslibal 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I would recommend that you try A song of Ice and Fire the miniatures game, you seem to like skirmish games and this is the most accessible miniatures war game far far easier to play than a Warhammer 40k the rules are simpler and the main focus is on movement positioning and combination of units you are not constantly looking at the rulebook but you just enjoy the play.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks for the recommendation!

  • @Vamsee_K
    @Vamsee_K 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love the list, but could do with higher quality video 😅

  • @davidt4233
    @davidt4233 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for the great content. I just got Dune war for Arrakis, but have not played yet. Ordered that one because the consensus seems to be it best. Any thoughts? Also, I want to buy Voidfall, but the weight scares me. Is is as heavy as the rating of 4.6? I own Anachrony, Kanban, Feast for Odin, and Ark Nova. Is it heavier than those games? Thanks again.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The thing about Voidfall is there a lot of up front work (rulebook, setup, iconography), but once you know how to play to goes very smooth. It ends up being fairly intuitive and has terrific indexes for references.

  • @njuns999
    @njuns999 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Discovered the channel recently and really liked all your videos! Awesome top 10 as well, gonna give another chance to Res Arcana seeing it so high on the list! Also, have you guys tried Dwellings of Eldervale? I'm pretty sure you will love it!

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That might be a bit more personal love so don't expect too much! But if you love efficency games, it's the one. Have not tried it, very interested to. Mainly didn't because of limited stock.

  • @jerryf196
    @jerryf196 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What I learned was the group makes the game fun.

  • @tedheinrich
    @tedheinrich 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Because no-one asked my favorites are Decrypto Paleo Rainbow ito Euchre Cribbage Codenames When I Dream Shipwreck arcana Pictomania Fake artist goes to NY

  • @tonybowers9490
    @tonybowers9490 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for sharing. Great lists! Some of my favs - Oathsworn, MC:LCG, Ruins of Arnak, Castles of Burgundy, Dwellings of Eldervale, Agemonia,

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Really enjoyed Oathsworn and want to get back into it! Love Burgundy too!

  • @stevekingswell9143
    @stevekingswell9143 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great list guys. Some of my top games are Ankh, El Grande, For Glory, Pax Porfiriana, Vindication, and Keyforge.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Ankh is terrific! We're just starting to get into El Grande so watch that space!

    • @stevekingswell9143
      @stevekingswell9143 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@BoardOfItReviews Oh and grats on getting married.

    • @stevekingswell9143
      @stevekingswell9143 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@BoardOfItReviews Also given you are Caper Europe fans - try The Battle of Versailles, I think you'll like it a lot

  • @kylehansf
    @kylehansf 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    "That's how numbers work." Probably the best line in the video. =)

  • @andyliebermann5244
    @andyliebermann5244 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congrats on your wedding! Enjoy yourselves

  • @sylvainbaudet
    @sylvainbaudet 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congratulations for the wedding 🎉🎉 i am a suscribed viewer 😊

  • @Anwar-AT
    @Anwar-AT 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Some crossovers: 1. Marvel Champions 2. Cloudspire 3. Voidfall 4. Slay the Spire 5. Final Girl 6. Pax Pamir

  • @SerenityChamber
    @SerenityChamber 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for the list!!

  • @pattylank8939
    @pattylank8939 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Caper Europe is really good thanks shouting that one, otherwise I would not have got to it

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Haha it's worth talking about it in every video then

  • @andysiegel725
    @andysiegel725 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congrats🎉

  • @mattschwenk7000
    @mattschwenk7000 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video, just finished teaching myself this and I'm going to get it to the table next week at 3P. A lot to remember but as always with his games, the theme helps the flow. I have to admit I'm not looking forward to teaching it!

  • @diamondmeeple
    @diamondmeeple 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Bored of your jobs, but not of games!

  • @sbar8595
    @sbar8595 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congrats on getting married!

  • @noprobllama9747
    @noprobllama9747 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Have heard mixed reviews on Root. It looks so pretty and the asemetrical factions sound fun.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I think it's only for certain types of people. Completely get why some wouldn't like it, but there is also a reason it's in the top 50 of all time on BGG!

  • @ianwales9247
    @ianwales9247 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congratulations both!

  • @scottdevries6670
    @scottdevries6670 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great list. Really enjoy you two. Can’t stay here long, have to go buy John company

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Smart decision. John Company > Board Of It

  • @Boardgametherapist
    @Boardgametherapist 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thinking of playing scythe at 6P this coming week. Have you played at this player count? What are your thoughts ? And advice too haha

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I think we've only gone up to 5. Some people will prefer it because of more interaction. For us, I think we like it better at 3 or 4 as the turns are so rapid with experienced players...we mainly don't like it at higher because how it slows the game down. That said, we did do a 5 player campaign and it was excellent!

  • @Luke_L
    @Luke_L 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congrats on your legal documents! :) I do love GWT! My game group has no interest in John Company due to the theme. I would be hard-pressed to make a top ten list, but a couple of my favorite board gaming experiences have been Clank Legacy and Mechs vs Minions. A couple non-campaign favorites include The Search for Planet X, Quacks, and Orleans. This video needs more doggos :D

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! We love legal documents! Some great games there, I think we need to eventually try one of the clank games.

    • @Luke_L
      @Luke_L 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@BoardOfItReviews Regular Clank actually didn’t impress me that much. Granted, I haven’t played Clank Catacombs. But Clank Legacy was just fun and silly! :D

  • @BoardOfItReviews
    @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey Everyone! As mentioned in the video, this is video is both a celebration of our channel and our wedding which we are away for while this video goes out so we hope you enjoy it! We would really appreciate if you haven't subscribed and are a regular watcher or just enjoyed this to consider subscribing as it would really help us! 75% of viewers aren't subbed, and many of those are returning viewers. For those who are already, big thank you!

  • @crossfire507pty
    @crossfire507pty 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Some of these games are super expensive. Like i cant own them ever expensive. Sound amazing tho. Almost like Lego expensive, and thats a lot.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I would own so much Lego if I was a millionaire.

  • @Amadre278
    @Amadre278 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’m interested by hearing that you played Root a lot at two players, as it’s a game I’ve long wanted to play but was under the impression it was awful without four players. Is a certain expansion “necessary” to make it work at two? Your inclusion of Eclipse as a great two player game in an older video made me pull the trigger on that, happily. So bummed you don’t still love Scythe at two. I love it at any player count. Finally, I’ll recommend Huang (formerly published as Yellow and Yangtze)-not a heavy game, but deeply interactive and mean. It shot into my top 5 games immediately after buying this newer version.

    • @jokerES2
      @jokerES2 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Not Board of It, but: Yes, an expansion would be recommended. The main problems with Root at 2 are that it relies on players to balance out faction imbalance (which is hard when it's just you and your opponent), and that Root requires "map presence" to function well (stuff on the board is required to have interaction). Marauders sought to resolve that. As part of Marauders, there are two additional "lots of stuff on the map" factions, which add to the base game's Cats and Eyrie. Additionally, Hirelings (which are also available in their own packages) are now available to add map presence, but also to add a catch-up mechanism - they are the player balancing for a 2p game. As a note: Certain factions, generally called Insurgent factions, still won't work well. Root requires a map presence and certain factions like the Vagabond simply don't have the "stuff on the map" necessary to keep the game running smoothly against a single opponent.

    • @jokerES2
      @jokerES2 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Also, with Root Digital available, I would strongly suggest trying that to see if you even like the mechanisms. Root is very confrontational and very mechanical (do exactly what the rulebook says, no interpretation of rules should be necessary). There are plenty of people who Root is not for, but the digital version is inexpensive enough to get a feel for it against the AI.

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yea you do ideally want an expansion. We usually play with the clockwork expansions, they add in automated opponents to fill the board up that work real well. Alternatively, the Mauraders expansion has some factions great with two players for variety.

  • @Wonderflonium
    @Wonderflonium 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video! I'm looking forward to the upcoming Res Arcana expansion!

  • @erniesulovic4734
    @erniesulovic4734 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What happened to 9 3/4's?

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We've left behind our Harry Potter phase

    • @erniesulovic4734
      @erniesulovic4734 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@BoardOfItReviews May we start a new one and call it 8 3/4's? lol Just having fun 🤣

  • @sAKecOkE
    @sAKecOkE 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Damn, I wish I was in your neighborhood and could prevent this Scythe downfall! 😁

  • @2006louisb
    @2006louisb 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Boardlandia basket open, defibrillator ready for the wallet, here goes nothing

    • @BoardOfItReviews
      @BoardOfItReviews 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Sorry to hear that you had to remortgage your house 😘

  • @varianor
    @varianor 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    "No reaction." Little bit of Eclipse there? Love the unedited take! And all in the show.