Decision Space We Played Hot Games at Geekway To the West! (Featuring Laughing Table Friends' Luke Williams and Jared Ingersoll)
May 21, 2025
In this lively discussion, Luke Williams and Jared Ingersoll from the Laughing Table Friends share their exhilarating experiences at the Geekway convention. They award their favorite new games, highlighting the emotional dynamics of titles like 'Bomb Busters' and 'El Grande.' The duo dives into both competitive and cooperative gameplay, revealing the thrill of hidden movement in 'Specter Ops.' They also explore engaging card games like 'Soda Jerk' and 'Hot Streak,' celebrating the chaotic fun they bring to the table.
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Volcano Escape Game Anecdote
- Luke Williams shares a vivid experience playing The Downfall of Pompeii, a volcano-themed game full of tension and strategic escapes.
- His story highlights the game's intense atmosphere and sharp decision-making wrapped in thematic Eurogame style.
Cooperative Bomb Defusal Fun
- Jared Ingersoll describes his fun experience with Bomb Busters, a cooperative, limited communication bomb defusal game.
- He was surprised to enjoy a co-op game so much, appreciating the inductive reasoning and escalating challenges.
Thrilling Cooperative Poker Play
- Jake Friedman narrates his exciting first play of The Gang, a cooperative poker game requiring players to rank their hands using poker chips.
- The game provided intense, clever interaction, culminating in a thrilling comeback from losing streak to victory.