The history behind Molly House is such an interesting topic, and tapping into the less wellntrod areas of history is something i really admire about Cole Wehrle. The gameplay seemed intriguing too
i had a record scratch moment: Otters DO EAT URCHINS and they are actually a Keystone Species in regards to keeping sea urchins in check so that the urchins don't create Urchin Barrens - a barren land where there used to be plentiful kelp beds.... ok carry on, just had to throw that in here - they do like shiny things so I wouldn't be surprised if they found a pearl that they would keep it in their little rock pockets (they do hold on to favorite rocks under their arm sometimes)
Happy New Year! What a fantastic list, we're honoured that you've included Terraria there :) Can't wait for you to play; hopefully it will be the gateway to diving into the videogame too - Chris
I'm at about 3-4 plays of Molly house on TTS, eagerly awaiting the backer copies to cross the ocean. All of my plays have been a joy and it's the type of game that I expect only gets to benefit from being played in person. It's hard to pin down one aspect of it that stands out, but for me it's gotta be the framing the game uses. At every step of the way the decisions players make feel authentic, organic and true to theme in a way that very few games manage to pull off.
I immediately ordered Molly House. The theme and team sold me. Now that I’ve played Pax Pamir 2 from Wherlegig, I am even more excited. First Monday in October by Fort Circle. I’ve been following this game since 2023. US Supreme Court historical game Then on the lightweight side - Spooktacular from Level 99 Games. I love that publisher, the theme is great. Like 20 asymmetric factions in the base game. I gave it a solo go on TTS and had a blast.
The covers of Waddle and City Tour are striking! I'm looking forward to Luthier (I just late pledged today), Stupor Mundi, which I've been playing on BGA, and Galactic Cruise.
Definitely excited about Molly House and Everdell Duo arriving soon, but the two that I’m really keen on playing are Eternal Decks and The Presence. The first is a Japanese cooperative game that I backed after Thinker Themer's review and The Presence is a horror boardgame that a friend pointed out on KS that looked really cool and I don't have anything like it.
I really like this because it made me see other game that the one we hear more of all the time ! And i put a lot of them on my list to watch out ! Right now I'm waiting on Fromage that I'm exited to play , and I'm interest by the new cooperative game Animal rescue team from Matt Leacock ! Can't wait to see more on this one !
My two most anticipated are Kickstarters that should be fulfilling very soon- Marvel Dice Throne X-Men with Marvel Dice Throne Missions, and Final Girl Series 3. I'm also very excited for Tend, John D. Clair's Unstoppable, Lairs from KTBG, and Light Speed Arena.
I'm a fan of CaptainSparklez and he's releasing a board game called Fable Fury this year, it's a dungeon crawler and it looks like a lot of fun, I'm excited for it!
I'm so glad you didn't call Vantage a roguelike because Jamey was trying to get it off the ground as a roguelike for a while UNTIL I PUT A STOP TO IT AND MADE HIM TAKE IT DOWN. But actually I haven't kept up with it, so for all I know he's back to calling it a roguelike.
When you said there is no photo, I immediately knew you would say The Dream! I guess we both browsed through the 2025 releases on BGG! I am also intrigued by Bookshelf :)
My wife is beyond excited for ApotheBakery should be getting shipped in 2 months, Personally im still waiting for my 2025 inspiration dream game to drop :)
@@kovray Hasnt come out yet LOL thats what i mean im waiting for that MUST HAVE AT ANY COST game to be announced thats how i felt about Plunder when i first saw it and had 0 regrets love it i want somthing like that again just a game when u see it you know you haft to have it havent seen my 2025 one yet but lots still coming out :)
The history behind Molly House is such an interesting topic, and tapping into the less wellntrod areas of history is something i really admire about Cole Wehrle. The gameplay seemed intriguing too
Can’t wait to get it to the table!
So excited that yall got to review Finspan, Cant wait to see your video.
@@edsondronberger4507 can’t wait to share more! 🤓
i had a record scratch moment: Otters DO EAT URCHINS and they are actually a Keystone Species in regards to keeping sea urchins in check so that the urchins don't create Urchin Barrens - a barren land where there used to be plentiful kelp beds.... ok carry on, just had to throw that in here - they do like shiny things so I wouldn't be surprised if they found a pearl that they would keep it in their little rock pockets (they do hold on to favorite rocks under their arm sometimes)
Guess we will have to see how these urchins play out in the game! We can riot together.
Happy New Year! What a fantastic list, we're honoured that you've included Terraria there :) Can't wait for you to play; hopefully it will be the gateway to diving into the videogame too - Chris
@@paperfortgames Definitely! We need a new coop to dive into! Congratulations on all the success so far!
Thrilled to see Ofrenda as one of your highlights. Thank you! 😊🕯- André Santos
@@Gamnificent it looks incredible!
I'm at about 3-4 plays of Molly house on TTS, eagerly awaiting the backer copies to cross the ocean. All of my plays have been a joy and it's the type of game that I expect only gets to benefit from being played in person.
It's hard to pin down one aspect of it that stands out, but for me it's gotta be the framing the game uses. At every step of the way the decisions players make feel authentic, organic and true to theme in a way that very few games manage to pull off.
This makes me soooo excited.
I immediately ordered Molly House. The theme and team sold me. Now that I’ve played Pax Pamir 2 from Wherlegig, I am even more excited.
First Monday in October by Fort Circle. I’ve been following this game since 2023. US Supreme Court historical game
Then on the lightweight side - Spooktacular from Level 99 Games. I love that publisher, the theme is great. Like 20 asymmetric factions in the base game. I gave it a solo go on TTS and had a blast.
Oooo both games I’d love to learn more about! 20 factions is so manyyyyyy!
I forgot about Vantage! Definitely excited for that one.
I know, it’s been a long time coming!
The covers of Waddle and City Tour are striking! I'm looking forward to Luthier (I just late pledged today), Stupor Mundi, which I've been playing on BGA, and Galactic Cruise.
I haven’t heard of Stupor Mundi, maybe Tylor has been playing it, I’ll have to ask. The covers are so cute!
Definitely excited about Molly House and Everdell Duo arriving soon, but the two that I’m really keen on playing are Eternal Decks and The Presence. The first is a Japanese cooperative game that I backed after Thinker Themer's review and The Presence is a horror boardgame that a friend pointed out on KS that looked really cool and I don't have anything like it.
Both sound quite interesting! I haven’t heard of either, will take a look for sure!
Happy New Year!
Besides anticipating the release of Final Girl Series 3, I'm really looking forward to Pondscape (because I love frogs)
@@lenireads ooo I haven’t heard of Pondscape, will check it out!
I really like this because it made me see other game that the one we hear more of all the time ! And i put a lot of them on my list to watch out ! Right now I'm waiting on Fromage that I'm exited to play , and I'm interest by the new cooperative game Animal rescue team from Matt Leacock ! Can't wait to see more on this one !
@@stephcrete1142 ooo I’ve heard of that one too, looks really exciting! Also Fromage is a blast! Hope you love it :)
Happy new year guys.
Happy new year!!! 🎉🎉🎉
@kovray thanks, my most anticipated game is Railroad Tiles, oh and also the custom Crokinole board I've ordered 😃
@ Railroad Tiles was on our shortlist! It looks so good!!!
@@kovray I'm definitely intrigued by Garden Lake.
My two most anticipated are Kickstarters that should be fulfilling very soon- Marvel Dice Throne X-Men with Marvel Dice Throne Missions, and Final Girl Series 3. I'm also very excited for Tend, John D. Clair's Unstoppable, Lairs from KTBG, and Light Speed Arena.
Oooo what is Unstoppable? I’m intrigued!
@@kovray It is a solo or co-op roguelike deck builder that uses card crafting, which is the part that has me the most excited.
I'm a fan of CaptainSparklez and he's releasing a board game called Fable Fury this year, it's a dungeon crawler and it looks like a lot of fun, I'm excited for it!
Oooo I haven’t heard of that one! Will take a look, thanks for sharing!
I'm so glad you didn't call Vantage a roguelike because Jamey was trying to get it off the ground as a roguelike for a while UNTIL I PUT A STOP TO IT AND MADE HIM TAKE IT DOWN.
But actually I haven't kept up with it, so for all I know he's back to calling it a roguelike.
I’m so curious about it, maybe I’ll dive into the design diaries.
@@kovray I'm kind of interested in it but I'm gonna be honest, calling it a roguelike is BS.
Otters are my wife's favorite animal as well. My Top 10 Most Anticipated list just went live this morning on our channel.
@@Ian-R-Wilz They are simply the best.
@@kovray My Top 10 Most Anticipated list just went live this morning on our channel.
When you said there is no photo, I immediately knew you would say The Dream! I guess we both browsed through the 2025 releases on BGG! I am also intrigued by Bookshelf :)
@@SophieStudios IM SO INTRIGUED!!!
I’m excited for Stonemaier’s first game of the year being announced tomorrow!
@@gailwondowski3207 👀👀👀
i'm so excited for tend, i joined the kickstarter for it! also i just got fromage based on your recommendation so i'm excited to play that too!
Ooo you’ll have to let us know how Fromage goes! It’s such a great game :)
My wife is beyond excited for ApotheBakery should be getting shipped in 2 months, Personally im still waiting for my 2025 inspiration dream game to drop :)
That one also looks super cute! Keen to check it out. What’s the inspiration dream game?
@@kovray Hasnt come out yet LOL thats what i mean im waiting for that MUST HAVE AT ANY COST game to be announced thats how i felt about Plunder when i first saw it and had 0 regrets love it i want somthing like that again just a game when u see it you know you haft to have it havent seen my 2025 one yet but lots still coming out :)
Interesting looking games on your lists! A bunch i never heard of, but i have now! We have no crossovers! 😊
Woo hoo! More board game knowledge!
I am looking forward to Critter Kitchen. I tend to pay attention to designers and mechanics.
That one looks so cute! I want to play it!
Stoked for Molly House to release this Spring. Jo Kelly was a Zenobia Award finalist and is non-binary.
That is so amazing! The Zenobia Award is so great.
I am hoping that Stonesaga from OOS will deliver before the end of 2025. Vantage will have to keep me occupied until then.
Oooo that one looks very interesting!
Completely agree that more queer historical games are needed. Very excited to get my copy of Molly House.
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I’m most excited for Azul Duel
Us too! We have another video coming soon with 10 2 player games we’re stoked about!
Hmm, 2025 is too stacked for just 1 most anticipated.
My top picks are Natera: New Beginnings, Luthier, Speakeasy, and Galactic Cruise
@@johnfavaro8008 Loveeee these! We’ve had the chance to play Luthier and Galactic Cruise and both are legendary!
Cute always wins!! 😊
It's true, a good theme is so important!
I’m just here for more Ilya content. 😍🤤
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Otters!!!!!
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