July’s @bgstatsapp.bsky.social was another great month with Star Trek Space Hunt & Ghost Lift leading the plays. I bought both at UKGE and they are very enjoyable games. My review of Ghost Lift will be in the next issue of @tsmag.bsky.social

The Prog Rock Proms (BBC4 iPlayer) yesterday was tremendous entertainment with great music. Well done BBC 👏 The highlight for me was an awesome rendition of Supertramp’s Crime of the Century (if you’re interested it’s at 1h 38m in).

It’s never too early to start shopping for December 😏. Thank you, Mr. Postman. The real question is will I remember where I’ve put it come December 1st.?

June’s @bgstatsapp.bsky.social shows that going on holiday reduces the games played 🙄. I enjoyed Tir Na Nog which was new to me and Green Deal hit the table after an 11 year absence 😱. Altogether a fun month for gaming.

Another great month of games recorded on @bgstatsapp.bsky.social With new to me games including Shall We Dance and Tir Na Nog from UKGE.

Looking forward to heading off to @ukge.bsky.social tomorrow 😁

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April was a quieter month for me on @bgstatsapp.bsky.social with the journey continuing with the Hobbit, whilst the journey ended with Ticket to Ride - Legends of the West. The game has been an absolute blast. Looking forward to meeting up with friends @ukge.bsky.social @tsmag.bsky.social

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March @bgstatsapp.bsky.social gaming saw a lot of games hit the table, helped by a few days at a small gathering on the South coast. My favourite new game was Druids of Edora, a smooth, fast playing Feld design. @tsmag.bsky.social

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February’s @bgstatsapp.bsky.social My favourites: Recall, Fate of the Fellowship & Crystal Palace. Disappointment of the Month goes to Monumental which despite 2 plays just has too many issues. @tsmag.bsky.social

January’s @bgstatsapp.bsky.social plays include some great older games: Elfenland, Galaxy Trucker and the quirky Kablamo! A lot of enjoyable and fun games marked the start of 2026. @tsmag.bsky.social

My 2025 year in gaming on @bgstatsapp.bsky.social Another fantastic year where my highlights were Galactic Cruise, Tales of the Arthurian Knights, LotR: Fate of the Fellowship & Golem. Wishing you all a very Happy & Healthy 2026. @tsmag.bsky.social

December on @bgstatsapp.bsky.social was dominated by the Exit Advent Calendar (which felt somewhat more difficult this year) and party style games over Christmas. @tsmag.bsky.social

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November on @bgstatsapp.bsky.social shows a lower number of plays due to holidays. It was great to get War of the Ring back to the table along with my first solo play of Recall - the latest game from the team that designed Revive (one of my favourites). @tsmag.bsky.social

Monopoly gets a bad rep from modern boardgaming fans... Is it fully deserved, though...? Mostly? Perhaps? Maybe? 😉

Some cracking games played in October @bgstatsapp.bsky.social The Essen releases are trickling through: Ink - fast abstract race to the finish with great components. The Hobbit there and back again - a story based roll and write. @tsmag.bsky.social

September gaming on @bgstatsapp.bsky.social was helped by a private gathering of gamers weekend in the wilds of Norfolk. LotR Fate of the Fellowship topped the list in plays and enjoyment - what a cracking game from @wizkids.bsky.social @tsmag.bsky.social

Just back from a small Boardgame get together with friends in the wilds of Norfolk. Great venue, fantastic games and a few beers 😏. My highlights were: Fate of the Fellowship, Black Orchestra and Tekhenu along with the ever spooky Blood on the Clocktower.

August game plays on @bgstatsapp.bsky.social had a lot of lighter games. My favourites for the month were Obsession and Mombasa both of which deliver a fantastic gaming experience. @tsmag.bsky.social

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Issue 28 of @tsmag.bsky.social is now available for free download at: www.tabletopspirit.com Along with my review of Tales of the Arthurian Knights from @wizkids.bsky.social other reviews include: Age of Galaxy, Path of Civilisation, Tales of the Arthurian Knights, & Toy Battle. Happy reading.

July’s holiday played into my game plays @bgstatsapp.bsky.social It was good to play some games designed for 2 players and Jaipur did not disappoint - it’s a great game. Other games of note have been Das Motorsport Spiel and Airlines Europe - a couple of golden oldies!

June’s @bgstatsapp.bsky.social with the great story telling Arthurian Knights from @wizkids.bsky.social hitting the table. Jaipur and Agent Avenue are fun for 2 players. @tsmag.bsky.social

My May gaming on @bgstatsapp.bsky.social Great fun with Flip 7 which really comes alive with higher player counts 😆. Story telling with Tales of the Arthurian Knights - a great experience! Continuing space trips with Galactic Cruise. A wide range of games makes a great month. @tsmag.bsky.social

Issue 27 of Tabletop SPIRIT Magazine is now available for free download at: www.tabletopspirit.com This issue includes: Thought provoking articles (U.S.tariffs), @tonyboydell.bsky.social @atikingames.bsky.social along with reviews of games. Download your copy and enjoy! @tsmag.bsky.social