Board Game Hot Takes Favorite Board Games of All Time 2025 Edition (31-40)
Jun 30, 2025
The hosts kick off a countdown of their top board games, delving into choices ranked from 31 to 40. They share thoughts on games like 'Rats of Wistar' and 'Mosaic: A Story of Civilization,' highlighting gameplay mechanics and personal experiences. The conversation reflects on the joy of board gaming and the evolution of preferences over time. They contrast cooperative and competitive games, showcasing titles like 'Tycoon: India 1981' and 'Nemesis.' Listeners gain insights into the emotional impact and strategic elements that make these games memorable.
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Shifting Game Ranking Philosophy
- The hosts shifted to ranking favorite games by which they wouldn't want to lose, rather than what they want to play now.
- This created more thoughtful, personal, and stable top game lists.
Use PubMeeple for Rankings
- Use PubMeeple.com to create ranked comparisons between your board games.
- This helps objectively choose favorites by comparing pairs in a swipe left or right style.
Chris's Rats of Wistar Love
- Chris loves Rats of Wistar for its charming theme with intelligent rats trying to take over a farmhouse.
- He enjoys the unique rotating wheel action selection and thematic technology building.
