Talk Cardboard Hot Streak
Aug 8, 2025
Explore the promising mechanics of the game Vantage and whether it truly shines in solo or group play. Dive into the chaotic fun of Railroad Tiles and its gorgeous components. Discover the oddities of Taiwan Night Market, where gameplay felt a bit off. Learn about Wroth, a game of angry dice and strategic tension. Finally, enjoy the theatrical thrills of Hot Streak, with racing mascots and wild betting options that keep players on the edge of their seats. Get ready for laughter and unexpected moments!
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Exploration By Visual Clues And Tradeoffs
- Vantage uses visual cards and single-word verbs tied to skills to create a choose-your-action exploration loop.
- Successes can still cost resources, forcing trade-offs between curiosity and survival.
Knowledge, Not Persistent Upgrades
- Vantage rewards gained knowledge across plays rather than persistent in-game bonuses.
- The game expects repeated sessions for deeper understanding rather than immediate narrative payoffs.
First Play With Railroad Tiles
- Efka backed Railroad Tiles as a budget-friendly, Cascadia-like tile drafting game with lush artwork.
- He enjoyed the base game and plans to test the many Kickstarter expansions individually.