The Broken Meeple Show - Episode 58 - Surviving Essen Spiel

Thanks for allowing me the time off 2 weeks ago to enjoy my Snowdonia trip and not have to worry about another podcast episode. To make up for that, enjoy this bumper length 90 minute special episode where I talk about Essen Spiel 2022 and preview the top thumbed games from the Spiel 22 BGG list and give my thoughts. Expect positive hype, negative rants, the works!

00:00 Introduction and Updates on My Life
19:45 First Impressions of Oathsworn
29:50 News (Kingdom Come Deliverance Closure)
41:32 Tips for Surviving Essen Spiel

Broken Meeple - Episode 58 - Surviving Essen Spiel

The Broken Meeple - a UK Board Games blog and podcast that reports on board and card games. Reviews, Top 5/10 lists, or just anything that's on my mind! One thing is for sure - I don't hold back and will speak my mind! 

In addition to this podcast I have a  YouTube channel that showcases review videos and Top 10 lists. Please feel free to check them out!

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Episode 94 - UK GAMES EXPO 2024

Please check out the disclaimer at the beginning of the episode as I had a major audio issue that needs explaining.

A full episode devoted to the UKGE 2024. How to get there, tips and tricks, and games that I might check out while I'm there - though let's face it, there isn't a ton that's getting me excited.
 

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Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI
Episode 92 Themes Are Essential? ► https://youtu.be/-pMx8fAZNQg
Episode 91 Adult Themes ► https://youtu.be/83WDGxStS-M

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Who Am I?

One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game.

The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure).

I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Explaining the Audio Issue
01:45 - Introduction and Channel Updates
11:15 - UKGE In General with Tips & Tricks
31:04 - Various Games of the Expo

#brokenmeeple #ukge #conventions #ukgamesexpo #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames

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Episode 94 - UK Games Expo 2024

Episode 93 - I'm Done With Campaign Games

Wow this episode took a while! Oh well enjoy!

- A small retcon to my Earth Abundance preview
- My first impressions of Unsettled
- Why Charity Zeth is NOT a good faction in Sidereal Confluence
- Why Silverwood Grove is worthy of a 1/10 rating
- Why I'm 99% officially done with campaign games
 

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Related Content

Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI
Episode 92 Themes Are Essential? ► https://youtu.be/-pMx8fAZNQg
Episode 91 Adult Themes ► https://youtu.be/83WDGxStS-M

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Who Am I?

One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game.

The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure).

I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and Channel Updates
10:10 - Retcon To Earth Abundance Preview
22:05 - Sidereal Confluence (Why Charity Zeth Suck)
26:37 - Unsettled First Impressions
36:15 - Why Silverwood Grove Is A 1/10!
52:04 - Why I'm Done With Campaign Games

#brokenmeeple #essen #conventions #theme #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames

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Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple
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Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple

Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

Episode 93 - I'm Done With Campaign Games

Episode 92 - Is Theme Essential In Board Games?

A longer episode - I talk about updates, my health, a beige Euro, a new Ticket to Ride expansion and most of all, a big discussion about whether theme is an essential component of a board game.

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Welcome To My Channel (Who I Am) ► youtu.be/kgznPr5F3HI
Episode 90 Table Space ► https://youtu.be/h0TsmRJPDiw
Episode 91 Adult Themes ► https://youtu.be/83WDGxStS-M

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Who Am I?

One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game.

The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure).

I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and Channel Updates
14:08- Florenza (An Average Beige Euro Like The Rest)
24:34 - Ticket to Ride Iberia News
30:49 - Is Theme Essential In Board Games?

#brokenmeeple #essen #conventions #theme #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames

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Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple

Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

Episode 92 - Is Theme Essential In Board Games?

Episode 91 - Board Games For Adults Only (Are We Ready?)

Quicker episode today - health check, future content, a quick glance at the high potential for Don't Starve as a board game and then a discussion about whether there is a place in the industry for adult themed board games (horror and sexualised)

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Tainted Grail Kings of Ruin Review ► https://youtu.be/UYWPwLABaQY
This War Of Mine Campaign Expansion ► https://youtu.be/ltdaG2cmZLA

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Who Am I?

One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game.

The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure).

I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and Channel Updates
11:20 - Fractured Sky / Moonrakers Content To Come
14:15 - Don't Starve Board Game (High Potential)
21:15 - Adult Themes In Board Games

#brokenmeeple #essen #conventions #adult #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames

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Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple
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Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple

Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

Episode 91 - Are We Ready For Adult Themes?

Podcast 90 - Shake Battle & Roll & Managing Your Table Space

My plays at Shake Battle & Roll, my current status including my upcoming birthday and some tips on getting the most out of your table space!

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Wyrmspan Review ► https://youtu.be/RF6QcMrfPWM

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Who Am I?

One single batchelor from the UK talking about his passion for board games and the people who play them! I support small content creators, board game cafes and go against the status quo when it comes to the board game industry. I give my honest opinions without bias towards any publishers or designers and will not hold back if I don't like a game.

The Broken Meeple is a variety channel that hosts all kinds of board game content from reviews to Top 10 lists to playthroughs to live stream collaborations with special guests (predominantly small channels who deserve more exposure).

I look forward to engaging with you, the community on my live streams or in the comments on my videos!

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and Channel Updates
11:50 - Shake Battle & Roll
30:36 - Tips For Managing Your Table Space

#brokenmeeple #essen #conventions #tablespace #honestreviews #top100 #top10 #boardgames #supportsmallcreators #tabletop #tabletopgames

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Useful Links

Become a Patreon ► www.patreon.com/TheBrokenMeeple
Facebook ► www.facebook.com/thebrokenmeeple
Twitter ► twitter.com/TheBrokenMeeple
Instagram ► www.instagram.com/thebrokenmeeple
Podcast ► @luke-hector-broken-meeple

Full credit to BoardGameGeek and its members for any images used that aren't my own or part of the publisher press kit.

Broken Meeple - Episode 58 - Surviving Essen Spiel

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