Hanging out with these lovely wargaming ladies in Napa this weekend!
Meeple Lady
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Phoenix-based game writer. Rulebook editor. Podcasting on @fivebygames.bsky.social. ❤️s euros, historical games, giant tweezers & all things adorable. http://instagram.com/meeplelady/. She/her 🇵🇭 🌵 💃🏽 https://www.boardgamemeeplelady.com/
This is fantastic news! Another great game coming from @danbullock.bsky.social! 🍌🐙
Hawk and Dove Games@hawkanddovegames.bsky.social · 3d agoToday, we're proud and excited to announce that we've signed El Pulpo (some may know it as Fruit), designed by @danbullock.bsky.social! It will be our second game, after Painkillers. Read more about why we think it's such a great fit for H&D: www.hawkanddovegames.com/blog/el-pulpo
It's once again time for the solo historical wargame survey! Do you have a favorite? Let us know! @armchairdragoons.bsky.social tinyurl.com/solosurvey2026
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NEW POST: Last month, @sdhistcon.bsky.social held its first ever North convention in St. Paul, Minneapolis, inside the Union Depot, a gorgeous location that had lots of hotels and restaurants within walking distance. Here's what I played. www.boardgamemeeplelady.com/2026/08/05/s...
SDHistCon North: Undaunted 2200: Revolution, Baltic Empires, Penitent -
Last month, SDHistCon held its first ever North convention in St. Paul, Minneapolis, on July 11-12, 2026. SDHistCon North was held inside the Union Depot, a gorgeous location that had lots of hotels a...
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Bojangles opened in the Phoenix area. My Southern husband is so happy! 🍗🍗
Loving the Kart kids so much. Especially Ludus Maximus, because Latin nerds are simply the best. @ledergames
In this episode I reviewed the new 40th anniversary edition of Tales of the Arabian Nights! Spoiler alert: it's great. Also check out great reviews by @bookofnerds.bsky.social, @gameenthus.com, @panda8ngel.bsky.social and @meeplelady.bsky.social !
The Five By@fivebygames.bsky.social · 2w agoWe've got insects, wisps and more! Check out our latest episode and listen to what @bookofnerds.bsky.social, @gameenthus.com, @panda8ngel.bsky.social, Sarah and @meeplelady.bsky.social are playing. thefiveby.fireside.fm/176
Next month is the 58th anniversary of the DNC riots. We’re planning a special Chicago ‘68 game event with our friends at Marz brewing on August 28. Stay tuned!
As we announced during our 10th anniversary episode, Board Game Blitz (the podcast) is coming to an end. Our final episode will release on August 6. Thanks to everyone who has reached out to share stories or fond memories you have of us and the show. It means more than you know.
📣 I’m excited to announce!! 📣 I’m partnering with Unstable Games to start a sister studio to them named… ✨ Ordinary Magic!! ✨ I’m so excited to bring 3 BRAND NEW GAMES under this new studio to you this Fall!!! 🍁
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3 New Games, 1 Extraordinary World. Explore this visionary studio partnership between award-winning game designer Marceline Leiman and Unstable Games.
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Got 30 minutes? You can listen to our latest episode!
The Five By@fivebygames.bsky.social · 2w agoWe've got insects, wisps and more! Check out our latest episode and listen to what @bookofnerds.bsky.social, @gameenthus.com, @panda8ngel.bsky.social, Sarah and @meeplelady.bsky.social are playing. thefiveby.fireside.fm/176
A quick preview of Night Witches for those interested... www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfZD...
New Games For Two | BGD 2026
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🔥 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦𝐬 🔥 Thinking about dinosaurs, for some reason. (🖖) I wanted a shirt for visiting a natural history museum like I was going to a heavy metal concert. danielsolis.threadless.com/designs/natu... #WeeklyTshirt #Dinosaur #Paleontology #Trex #Trek #Cupcake #Metal #Iridium #Museum
Today I discuss three paper games: one about origami, another with coins, and a third that's all about coloring by numbers. Read about them here: spacebiff.com/2026/07/24/o...
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Paper! Despite the meddling of the internet, it’s still everywhere. There’s a good chance you have some in your very own home. In fact, it’s probably within arm’s reach righ…
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One week left to get your application in for the Indie Games Night Market! I will not be accepting applications after August 1. newmillindustries.com/ignm-app/
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@djackthompson.bsky.social and I made a preview for Rebels Against Rebellion, his upcoming game with Trevor Benjamin! Check out both 2-player and solo modes. youtu.be/PA_j66pvZHw
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Honeypot is unique, and fun, & quick to play! I highly recommend checking it out if at Gen Con next week. I loved working on this game with Joseph, @boardgameghee.bsky.social, & the @flatoutgames.bsky.social CoLab! Art & design from @kwanchai.bsky.social & @brigetteidesign.bsky.social is awesome!
Joseph Z Chen 🔜 PAX West@fanfactories.bsky.social · 3w agoMy game, Honeypot, is debuting at Gen Con next week! Come check it out! I'll be working at the Flatout Games booth (#403) 4 hours each day. Honeypot will also be one of the featured games at the AEG Big Game Night where 700+ people will get a chance to play it for the first time!
Played a couple card games tonight: Piepmatz: Little Songbirds, Yokai Septet and Inflation!
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Summit Award (for historical games published in 2025) and the 2026 Bobby Nunes Memorial Award (for historical gaming content published in 2025)! More info, and the nominations form, available here: sdhist.com/nominations-...
Hubby and I went a Mercury game last night, and our seats were amazing! Alas, they lost but it was a fun time!
Thankful for the designers, artists and publishers who continue to represent the diversity of the human experience in their games despite outspoken ignorance from some who are so easily unsettled by its acknowledgement and celebration.
Coming to Kickstarter in September: Kart! bit.ly/KartOnKS Gather your friends and your kart and get ready to hit the hill! These contraptions are fierce, fragile, and about to take on all the hazards your neighborhood can throw at them. Go fast, lose control, slide to victory!
