#Cartographers is still quite the thinker of a flip-and-write, with a bit of luck! 💭✒️ #boardgamearena #boardgamegeek #thunderworksgames #jordyadan @thunderworksgames.bsky.social @boardgamegeek.com

Can't Stop and Apocalypse World are also part of the "Class of 2026"

Borg, Bauza, and Reynolds Inducted into the AAGAD Hall of Fame

On the final day of GAMA Expo 2026, The Academy of Adventure Gaming Arts and Design Hall of Fame, which is curated by designer Mike Elliott, announced the people and creations that make up the "Class of 2026": * Designer **Antoine Bauza** (_7 Wonders_, _Hanabi_) * Designer **Richard Borg** (_Liar's Dice_, _Memoir '44_) * Artist **Wayne Reynolds** (_Dungeons & Dragons_, _Dungeon Twister_) * Game **_Can't Stop_**, created by Sid Sackson and first released in 1980 * ** _Apocalypse World_**, created by D. Vincent Baker and first released in 2010 Antoine Bauza (right) at a game design presentation during Tokyo Game Market in May 2017 These people and creations will be honored in an induction ceremony to take place on June 19 during the Origins Game Fair in Columbus, Ohio. I'm not an RPG guy, so I had never heard of _Apocalypse World_ previously, but these covers really convey a look, a feeling for what you're about to explore. Covers of the first and second editions of __Apocalypse World__ • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Like what you read? Leave a tip to support independent board game journalism! Leave a tip

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Sea Salt & Paper is Walmart’s Game of the Month for March 🌊 A special edition is now available that includes Extra Salt 🧂 + Extra Pepper 🌶️ in one box. Grab it for $19.94 or check your local Walmart 👀 https://tinyurl.com/4s58yry5

sorry i haven’t posted much lately, i took a mental health break and im feeling much better :) everyone should do this tbh

Still a classic. :D

Thrown Controllers Universe Clips@tcuclips.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Imagine breaking into a friend's house while they're streaming just to organise their in-game inventory. Because that's exactly what Stephen did to Josh. {Suggested by @/gigalem.bsky.social.}

From the designer of Flip 7 comes Tally Up! Eric Olsen will have you taking your chances with dice as you push your luck to get the best score. Join me here and let's learn how to play: youtu.be/1qnFFhLWGks

Have you ever wondered about the steps mentioned on our progress chart? I explain each of them briefly in this new article: stonemaiergames.com/12-steps-to-...

Hi, I was interviewed for this. It's a very good read.

Aftermath@aftermath.site · 4mo ago

Games Done Quick's long, difficult journey to a better gaming future aftermath.site/games-done-qui...

Big shoutout to the @crowdcontrol.live folks for sending this Crowd Control ambassador plaque and hoodie to me! It’s been a pleasure working with them for so many years now. Crowd Control has been a huge part of my channel for what feels like forever now! Much love ❤️

How many board games do you think I can play in a weekend? #boardgames #tabletopgames #gamenight #games

Two things: I’m so jazzed about the games I’m working on right now I’m also existentially flattened by the state of the world and crushing personal stuff Feels like two parallel lives Or rather, fucked up life and happy bubble

Rock Hall Fan Vote 2026 picks: Joy Division + New Order Billy Idol Luther Vandross INXS Phil Collins #RockHallFanVote #RockAndRollHallOfFame #RockHall2026

In the 18 years since we started dating, so much has happened! Lots of ups and downs but I can’t imagine it with anyone else. Here’s to the next 18 with my best friend. ❤️ @malmakes.bsky.social

New comic! Have you ever regretted succeeding at a skill check? We did during our last play of Middara. 😅 📜 You can read this week's blog post at: semicoop.com/comic/aced-and-confused/

I don't dwell on regrets, but I do try to learn from the game design and product design of every game we make so I can better serve you in the future. If you're curious about these reflections, check out Sunday's video: youtu.be/gp60-URV_5k

My Stonemaier Design Regrets (2023-2026)

YouTube video by Stonemaier Games

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Hi, you should follow this new podcast I'm starting. It's called The Volta. :)

The Volta@thevoltapodcast.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Hi all. Welcome to The Volta, a podcast focused on new and recent books of poetry emphasizing turns and endings. With a few great authors ready to be interviewed, we're looking toward the summer to get things started. Thanks for stopping by! With love, Sara Hovda

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Master Quest was released in North America around this time, 23 years ago! It was included as a preorder bonus for The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker on Nintendo GameCube. Have you played this more 'challenging' version of Ocarina of Time?

🎉 HAPPY 40TH ANNIVERSARY 🎉 The Legend of Zelda on the Famicom Disk System first released in Japan on this day, 40 years ago!! (February 21, 1986)

Remember that time someone played a Freeze on you, and you hadn't even had a turn yet that round? You never forgave them, did you? Instead, you waited. Waited for Vengeance. Your day is here! Join me and let's learn the new Flip 7: With A Vengeance from @theop.games! www.youtube.com/watch?v=icFb...

HAPPY 40TH ANNIVERSARY TO THE LEGEND OF ZELDA!!! To celebrate this exciting milestone our team ranked the TOP 40 Most Iconic Moments in Zelda History!! Did we pick your favorite moment? Do you agree with our Top 40 list? We want to know! Drop your favorite Zelda moments in the comments :)

youtu.be/6V5ynLaMNNQ MyVoiceZoo is a clip GOLD MINE. Taylor Swift can now become the Screaming Goat! TAKE ME BACK TO 2013! 🤣 @jepson.tv @forestminish.tv #CronchArt #MyVoiceZoo

@JoshJepson makes TAYLOR SWIFT into the screaming goat in MyVoiceZoo! 🤣

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We're coming up on 40 years of The Legend of Zelda series, so we have to ask: What are your Top 3 favorite Zelda games?

🌈 Relive the 80s in all its glory with Xylotar—a musical card game with a note of deduction! 📸 tabletopjables

For our 100th episode of Lost In The Shuffle, we share some of our favorite, ridiculous house rules and variants for 2-player UNO. youtu.be/LWiTl1M_SBM

Our Favorite 2-Player House Rules for UNO - Lost In The Shuffle

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Today officially marks 15 years since we posted our very first video. Since then, there's been so many memorable moments that we've made, but we wouldn't be here right now without you all.

When does the board game collection you own start owning YOU? Is there a "correct" number of games to have on your shelves? Today, we're discussing our acquisition affinity: youtu.be/rV8Z4fN4DNU

When Does Your Game Collection Collect YOU? - Lost In The Shuffle

YouTube video by Game Night Picks

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it took 22 years but we finally have a new Pokémon Pinball if you thought 69.99 was bad, you’re gonna hate 6999.99

I've got three new albums out (Milieu and LSZ) for free on #BandcampFriday, plus 21 more marked down to free for the weekend. Here's a photo of my asshole cat for no reason. milieu.bandcamp.com/community Top post there has a list of all the free stuff. Stay warm, fuck ICE, be safe.

I met a screenwriter in my MFA program tonight who's aware of kaizo and speedrunning, so I showed him my JokerShellOK run, and his face turning from amusement to disgust will fuel me for months.