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Covenant

Game ID: GID0077191
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Description

The Dwarven King has issued an order to the houses of each clan. It is imperative to reclaim Karrak-cüm-Kazar, the sacred mountain, ancestral home of the Dwarves since the first Age of the Beard. For too long it has been occupied by the poison of the dark lords, with their creatures defiling the halls that once housed the noblest of all Dwarves. The insult cannot last any longer. The Dwarves return to the mountain.

Covenant is played in turns over three ages. During their turn, players will assign the Dwarves of their clan to different tasks that will allow them to explore the ancient halls of the ancestors and drive out their enemies while rebuilding their ancestral home. Your dwarf tokens and tools will allow you to do all kinds of actions: dig into the mountain, defeat the enemies that live there, and build all kinds of buildings that will bring the legendary dwarf city back to life. At the end of the game, the clan that has accumulated the most glory will take the recognition of the monarch and the victory.

—description from the publisher

Year Published
2025
Transcript Analysis
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Video EszBCH8y3ZU Our Family Plays Games holiday_gift_guide at 44:20 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • puzzly, deep strategy
  • solo play supported
Cons
  • steep learning curve
Thematic elements
  • Dwarven fantasy
  • Dwarven clan reclaiming homeland
  • Heavy euro with long-term planning
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • long-term planning — Heavy euro with long-term strategy and efficiency.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • We are talking about our holiday gift guide and we’ve got the Battle List.
  • Two Amanda — Town 77.
  • Is it Cake? we watched the Halloween one and the Christmas special.
  • Is this the Christmas talk? Yes, we are talking about Christmas.
  • We’re going to have a con in Omaha next year.
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Video 6bFysEK5yjA Roy Gyson Tech Names general_discussion at 47:50 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Deep, interlocking engine with multiple routes to win
  • High production value and clear teach
  • Thematic cohesion between mechanism and theme
Cons
  • Relatively long playtime for four players
  • Steep learning curve to optimize interactions
Thematic elements
  • engine-building and multi-path victory via tracks, artifacts, and diplomacy
  • Fantasy dwarven kingdom with court intrigue
  • Euro-style strategy with thematic dwarven motifs
Comparison games
  • Patchwork
  • Positano
  • Aisle of Cats Duel
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Dwarf action engine — Four dwarf workers with strength levels perform actions (dig, transport, skirmish, build).
  • End-of-round council and scoring — End-of-round events grant resources and drive scoring via cards/tracks.
  • Modular tiles and terrain tiles — Tiles flip to provide new actions; terrain tiles affect future turns.
  • Multiple win conditions and fixed turns — Game consists of 12 turns with four actions per round; several routes to victory.
  • Resource tracking and tracks — Resource tracks and a king's coin system; track advancement influences scoring.
  • Tool slots and forges — Acquire tools/forges to enhance actions; unlocks scoring and tracks.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • Tony just absolutely rocked this game
  • This is Covenant, Tony’s Euro of the year
  • There are four actions on your board, and each action can trigger multiple effects
  • The beasts are going to restrict which suits I can play
  • The teach is easy, but the combos make it deep
  • You can rotate the tiles and still score heavily if you plan well
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Video VoueHTR24Us Jimmy's Board Games top_10_list at 37:24 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • one of the most ambitious upgrade systems in the modern euro
  • deep optimization with many viable paths to victory
  • high production and thematic clarity
Cons
  • complex setup and a lot of moving parts
  • learning curve is steep for newcomers
Thematic elements
  • ancient dwarven reclamation with goblins and orcs opposing them
  • dwarven tribe reclaiming a ruined homeland (Moros-like setting)
  • character-driven, upgrade-heavy, highly thematic progression
Comparison games
  • Ark Nova
  • Gotham City Chronicles
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • endgame scoring via dungeon monsters — score via monsters stored in a dungeon and endgame inventory/skills.
  • multi-layered action economy — you add tiles, gems, and inventory to maximize endgame scoring, with asymmetrical player powers.
  • upgrading action spaces and resources — start with basic actions that can be upgraded with tiles and gems for added income.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • This is the epitome of like first round very short not a lot going on. Last round much much longer.
  • You look bougie. Speak Easy is the new hot Euro game from Vital Lecerda.
  • This is my number one game of the year: Covenant.
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Video hhEPICPbANU Before You Play general_discussion at 11:48 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Mentioned as a noteworthy title from Deve
Cons
  • Details about gameplay not provided
Thematic elements
  • Unknown
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Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • unknown — Unknown
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • There's no solving it.
  • It's a waiting game.
  • We love her. She's great and she's going to grow out of this.
  • Please let us know what you've been playing and what games you're looking forward to that are releasing this year.
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Video fquBWXDDmL8 Our Family Plays Games general_discussion at 38:10 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Rich thematic vibe
  • Solid production
Cons
  • Potentially heavy
Thematic elements
  • monster invasion and reclaiming
  • dwarven mountain kingdom defense
  • fantasy
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Cooperative/competitive play — work with others to defend kingdom
  • deck-building — build a deck of hero actions
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • it has all of the DNA of the big boy except for the dice
  • We're pirates. You gotta raid.
  • 24 hours. Y'all can play all night long.
  • Omaha gaming convention
  • Save yourself. Terascape 2 is now on Kickstarter.
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Video bWumNjL1QuI Board Gaming Ramblings general_discussion at 14:49 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Crunchy, dense decision space with lots going on
  • Strong sense of progression and joy during play
  • Engaging to explore and iterate on strategies
Cons
  • Potentially heavy rules and learning curve
  • Could be lengthy for some groups
Thematic elements
  • unknown
  • unknown
  • unknown
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • crunchy action system — multiple actions and upgrades with tracking on a core board that unlocks bonuses
  • progression/track unlocking — advancing on tracks to unlock bonuses and opportunities
  • Resource management — managing resources to enable actions and upgrades
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • "This is something unique. I can't explain it. You should go and buy it now."
  • "If you don't, you're going to be angry at me in a year that you didn't."
  • "The mall of spiel. All the board games of the universe."
  • "It's a catch all. It's a catch all."
  • "This feeling is fun. This is fun. That's why I say all the time."
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Video dzEhLZz3lfc Unknown top_list at 20:38 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Excellent designer with strong track record
  • Fast playing time compared to designer's previous games
  • Euro gameplay with tight mechanics
Cons
  • Limited information available
Thematic elements
  • dwarves
  • underground kingdom
  • mining
Comparison games
  • Boku
  • Menara
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • I'm not here to talk about that I'm here to talk about games
  • catch-up games has been on fire
  • I love his Cooperative design sensibilities
  • how does this game not already exist
  • I want more games that tell in 2025 a positive story about how we can work in unison with nature
  • 2025 might be the year of co-ops
  • pure Feld simple Elegance that leads to deep challenging decisions
  • Coming of age is by far my number one most anticipated game
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Video sgRD0Me5MRs Glowing Analog general_discussion at 21:18 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Satisfying combo-driven design with thematic dwarven flavor
  • Clear sense of progression and upgrade paths
  • Vibrant art and tactile components
Cons
  • Can be dense for new players
  • Some may prefer more direct scoring methods rather than track-driven scoring
Thematic elements
  • dwarven industry and beastly ventures, beer buffs for temporary power
  • dwarves mining, forging, and reviving a mountain stronghold
  • combo-driven, dwarven fantasy with tactile beer buffs
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Combo-driven action economy — Players chain actions and bonuses along tracks to maximize efficiency.
  • Temporary buffs via beer — Beer cards provide temporary power boosts to the dwarf and allow stronger moves.
  • Track-based progression and upgrades — Dwarves climb tracks to unlock better actions and scoring opportunities.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • BGcon is the highlight of my year.
  • The BG library is huge; 99% of your time is spent playing games.
  • We ran the board game quiz show live at BGCon in the fall in Dallas, Texas.
  • This is not a pipe. This is a game about a pipe.
  • The double wheel system of selecting actions is just fantastic.
  • Take Time around the clock is a great mind-share battle; it makes you yell at each other in good fun.
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Video sgRD0Me5MRs Glowing Analog general_discussion at 21:18 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Satisfying combos and thematic coherence
  • Intuitive loop once tracks are understood
Cons
  • Can be dense for newcomers
  • Requires careful tracking of buffs and track effects
Thematic elements
  • dwarf tracks, building, and beer-fueled buffs
  • dwarven mining, forge-building, mountain resurgence
  • combo-driven with tactile, thematic flavor
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Beer buffs — Temporary boosts to a dwarf's abilities via beer mechanics.
  • Dwarf customization and card-driven bonuses — Upgrade and modify dwarf power through tracks and abilities.
  • Track-based progression — Players advance along tracks to gain better rewards and scoring power.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • BGcon is the highlight of my year.
  • The BG library is huge; 99% of your time is spent playing games.
  • We ran the board game quiz show live at BGCon in the fall in Dallas, Texas.
  • This is not a pipe. This is a game about a pipe.
  • The double wheel system of selecting actions is just fantastic.
  • Take Time around the clock is a great mind-share battle; it makes you yell at each other in good fun.
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Video To57_FF0yRY Board Stupid top_10_list at 12:19 sentiment: mixed
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mixed
Pros
  • Deep, dense engine with limited turns
  • High replayability via asymmetry and combos
Cons
  • Iconography and rules can be heavy/confusing
  • Not as accessible to new players
Thematic elements
  • fantasy dwarves; mining; tribute; monster
  • dwarven clans reclaiming mines and defending a king
  • dense, iconography-heavy
Comparison games
  • Limits
  • Ember Heart
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • action selection from a limited pool — nine to twelve actions total; players craft combos
  • engine-building / combos — combine actions to mine, build, explore, or fight monster
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • It's a banger.
  • That is a banger for me.
  • The theme elevates to my heart.
  • This is the dream because the theme is done so well and interwoven with the mechanics.
  • It's a solid for me.
  • I want to play more.
  • It's a fantastic production.
  • The world’s limits are pretty big and a lot of moral choices.
  • Take Time is the biggest surprise of the year.
  • It is a wonderful deterministic experience that doesn't last 4 hours.
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Video Y8wIgJ7YR9Y Brothers Murf top_10_list at 17:43 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • great theme and art
  • high engine interaction and player choice
  • expansions add depth and variability
Cons
  • requires planning discipline
  • some players may prefer longer, more sprawling engines
Thematic elements
  • engine-building, exploration, monster encounters
  • dwarven clans mining a mountain, forging outcomes
  • strategy-forward with thematic flavor
Comparison games
  • Rising Sun
  • Ankh: Gods of Egypt
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • area action economy — buildings and actions interact to create a push-pull economy.
  • engine-building — upgrade dwarves and forge abilities to expand action efficiency.
  • limited-turn structure — 12 turns per game with escalating effects and endgame scoring.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • This is the perfect kind of game to play like late in the evening with maybe some people who aren't into like super heavy games.
  • I played it 80 times as a result.
  • Moon Colony Blood Bath. Try and think of a crazier name. You can't.
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Video ovBi-cXr9Zg Tabletop Turtle top_10_list at 0:24 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • feels smart and rewarding due to action chaining
  • consistency of good decisions across strategies
  • well-designed upgrade system that rewards planning
Cons
  • easy to lose track of your own turn when others talk
  • player attention can suffer during long turns
Thematic elements
  • dwarven economy, exploration, upgrade chains
  • Underground dwarven world with tunnels and contracts
  • sandbox-like progression with robust upgrade loops
Comparison games
  • Kverna
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Resource management and exploration — reveal tiles, gather resources, and trigger diverse rewards
  • Upgrade slots / action drafting — upgrading actions yields more powerful turns and chaining effects
  • worker placement — place workers to dig tunnels, build structures, and navigate a dense labyrinth
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • This is the kind of game you play when you want to feel smart.
  • Everything feels like a good decision.
  • The card play in this game is absolutely stellar.
  • A lot of little things come together to feel cohesive and satisfying.
  • You reap what you sew, you know, you need to be strategic and methodical about it.
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Video U1Ffv3rm9E0 Dice Tower or similar board game review channel general_discussion at 1:42 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Designer known for pieces that interconnect in interesting ways
Cons
none
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Interconnecting pieces — Game pieces that interconnect in interesting ways
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • We're here in Girona, Spain on the walls, the Murals of Girona
  • I'm super interested in finding out how this double rondelle works
  • This one maybe is more medium weightish compared to some of the more recent Feld
  • Tax the Rich looks very interesting
  • I like the original and so I want to see how they've changed it
  • One of our favorite games from last year
  • Excellent game. If you haven't tried it, definitely try it
  • It's German beer, Pale Beer
  • He always does very interesting pieces that interconnect in lots of interesting ways
  • It's set during Operation Freedom Wind, which is the helicopter evacuation at the end of the Vietnam War
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Video ZAHnBTELn2E Before You Play top_10_list at 8:41 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • By prolific medium-heavy game designer
  • Nice artwork
  • Thematically interesting
  • Published by Dieter Games who releases quality games
Cons
  • 100 minute playtime may be long
  • Designer's previous game Buku was longer than advertised
Thematic elements
  • Dwarves reclaiming ancestral home from enemies
  • Mountain dwarf stronghold
  • Thematic worker placement
Comparison games
  • Buku
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Dwarf Strength — Dwarf strength determines what you can do with your action
  • worker placement — Sending dwarves to tools to perform one of four main actions
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • October. We are going to be talking about our top 10 most anticipated games at Essen Spiel
  • This is the world's largest board game convention held in Essen Germany
  • We are expecting a baby any day now
  • They're all clever. Clever in their own way, one way or another
  • It just sounds very euroy. something that goes right up our alley
  • I like these kind of games where you're trying to always bring up the rear. I feel like it kind of creates this internal tension and decision-making
  • It's a little funky, but it works really well
  • Pretty much if there's a David Turxy Euro game that's coming out, my board and dice, we would love to play it
  • I am absolutely judging this board game by its cover and by its looks
  • The looks alone and the fact that it's like a heavy euro has us both really, really intrigued in this one
  • So anyh who, really looking forward to playing this one. That is our number one, Sanctuary
  • There are a lot of publishers that you see there that you don't see anywhere else and they're from all over the world
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Video YEkK498p4YU Roto Runthrough top_25_list at 27:15 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Heavy, crunchy worker-placement with a Rondell-like feel
  • Dwarven theming and mine management are well-integrated
Cons
none
Thematic elements
  • Dwarven industry, monsters, exploration
  • Fantasy dwarves/underground industry
Comparison games
  • Ark Nova
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • The rules are very simple, but it is crunchy and a lot of fun
  • Coordination between players in this game goes so far above and beyond what you normally see in this style of co-op game
  • Two-player only and absolutely fantastic
  • The conveyor belt action is fantastic. Rondell gameplay is big and crunchy here
  • This is the hidden gem of the show for many folks
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Video 29Qsclg92H0 Board Gaming Ramblings general_discussion at 0:08 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Deep, engaging puzzle with multiple viable victory paths
  • Personal, non-competitive worker placement creates meaningful timing decisions
  • Rich track-based progression and potential for strong combos
  • Rulebook is clear and setup is well-supported; production is solid
Cons
  • Initial symbol overload can be overwhelming
  • Some minor production/clarity issues and a couple of setup nuances
  • Two-player variant has a few ambiguities around relic tracks
  • Heavy decision space can induce AP for some players
Thematic elements
  • Dungeon construction and defense through track-based progression and engine-building.
  • A dungeon/cave environment with dwarven factions, monsters, gates and pillars to control.
  • Competitive puzzle with layered engine-building and timing.
Comparison games
  • Trans Galactica
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • monster_and_dungeon_scoring — End-of-round scoring based on monsters present and ongoing dungeon status, plus objective-based scoring.
  • permanent_abilities — Tradition tiles grant permanent abilities that trigger when certain conditions happen.
  • resource_management — Collect coins and other resources to trigger instant bonuses and to fuel end-of-round scoring.
  • track_progression — Three tracks influence capabilities and scoring; progression drives long-term planning and combos.
  • upgrading_and_building — Forge upgrades improve actions; buildings unlock new capabilities and scoring opportunities.
  • worker_placement — Each player has their own set of action spots; workers don't compete for spots, but availability shifts as you upgrade and expand.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • this is maybe actually the best game this year
  • it's a heavy euro
  • I’m going to give this a nine
  • the puzzle of the order and then trying to say like, okay, but which of the tools should I get?
  • I love the building up the scoring because I'm thinking, 'Oh, I really want to get this scoring'
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Video ovKEq3LQ3bk Tantrum House top_5_list at 2:28 sentiment: mixed
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mixed
Pros
  • strong action-selection mechanic tied to character powers
  • high amount of content and components
Cons
  • the rule book can be challenging
  • board and component complexity may be heavy for some groups
Thematic elements
  • resource management and exploration with dwarf powers
  • dwarven mining and exploration on a map
  • story-driven but largely mechanical in play
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • action selection using dwarfs — select a dwarf with a specific power to perform actions.
  • mining and exploration — map-based exploration with area control and resource gathering.
Video topics + discussion points
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Quotes (from this video)
  • This game has a lot going on.
  • the middle player counts works pretty well for this one.
  • It's not cooperative. It is too short.
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Video QzHydaPpAf4 Tantrum House game_review at 0:03 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Engaging engine-building with a solid balance between progression and risk.
  • Variable board setup keeps each session fresh and replayable.
  • Clear rulebook and iconography supported by a comprehensive player aid.
  • Tension from end-of-round goals and king's throne bonuses encourages strategic pacing.
  • Thematically flavorful without sacrificing mechanical clarity; the dwarven motif lands well.
Cons
  • Box and component count can be intimidating; setup can feel heavy for new players.
  • Limited number of main actions per round may slow down early decision-making for some players.
  • To reach higher scores, a player may need to commit to a specific archetype, reducing breadth early on.
Thematic elements
  • Dwarven mining, gem collection, building, and defense in a mythic fantasy setting.
  • A dwarven kingdom striving to reclaim a sacred mountain from a dark lord.
  • Goal-driven conquest with upgrade-driven progression and endgame scoring.
Comparison games
  • Boku
  • Bamboo
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • action selection — Players choose four actions each round, with the ability to refine or repeat actions through upgraded tiles and limited action slots.
  • End-of-round and endgame scoring — Round-end tiles determine scoring for that round; end-of-game scoring includes prisoners, completed structures, and endgame goals.
  • Engine building / upgrades — Dwarves and tools upgrade via tracks, tokens, and inlaid jewels, enabling stronger future actions and synergy.
  • Resource management and building — Gems, resources, and special tokens are spent to acquire buildings, improve capabilities, and score points.
  • Tile-drafting / variable board setup — Initial and mid-game tile placement changes available actions and paths, creating a changing strategic landscape.
  • worker placement — Dwarves are sent to various action spaces to mine the mountain, fight goblins and trolls, transport gems, and construct buildings.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • It's a heavy box.
  • This is not area control. It's about mining those resources, building on spaces, and clearing hordes.
  • The engine building is a part of it for sure.
  • It's very satisfying to move up tracks and unlock twists in the engine.
  • The booklets are nice. It's not just one booklet—it is your entire player aid and spell out all icons and scoring.
  • Everything made sense. There are four main actions, and you optimize the order to get the best turn.
  • I want to do more next time; I didn't have time to finish everything this round.
  • There are a lot of icons that I didn't know what they meant the first time I saw them; the booklet explains all of them.
  • The beer tokens upgrade the dwarves and add a tactile layer to upgrading your engine.
  • It goes so fast once you know the rules, and the pacing feels surprisingly brisk for a heavy box.
  • The center map with hexes and buildings isn’t pure area control; it’s about optimizing actions, resources, and scoring opportunities.
  • I could see myself leaning into a few tracks deeply to maximize payoff rather than trying to do everything at once.
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Video OOKz8HkGI8o Unknown Channel top_10_list at 9:52 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • strong thematic integration of dwarfs and mining
  • engaging action economy with tool-placement
  • beautiful board with thematic tiles
Cons
  • perceived heaviness for a dwarven title
  • some players may prefer more direct conflict
Thematic elements
  • treasure-hunting and dwarven technology in a mined world
  • dwarven clans and mine-rich caverns
  • fantasy/ dwarven hexcrawl with resource management
Comparison games
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • area_control_and_engine_building — Compete for territories and develop engine-based scoring
  • set_collection_and_upgrade — Acquire tools to upgrade workers and unlock actions
  • worker_placement — Send dwarfs to tool-based actions and upgrades
Video topics + discussion points
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Quotes (from this video)
  • The coldest hot board game out there right now is Ory. So, Orly is actually a quite heavy Euro game from the looks of it alone, right?
  • Decorus is the new cooperative and hot board game from Pegasus.
  • The looks are not that great. Yeah, it it looks unique, but it's a really tough and heavy cooperative board game about hacking.
  • The Hobbit? Then you know what's coming.
  • This is a deck building game.
  • The board is actually very clean, yet at the same time detailed.
  • The pieces pop. I love the contrast of black and white background and then having colorful pieces.
  • First and hottest game this month is Vampire Lords, which is right now on Game Found.
  • Second hottest board game out there right now is The Old King's Crown.
  • Number three in our hotness list is Tigris and Euphrates.
  • Fourth hottest board game right now is Covenant.
  • Fifth hottest game on our list is Terramystica.
  • Number seven on the hottest games of the month is Tag Team.
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Video VRXtOrTBANU Maven University top_10_list at 5:45 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
  • Great theme of dwarves
  • Nice tile building placement challenge
  • Interesting risk-reward mechanics typical of Mind Clash spirit
  • Heavy game with substantial component count
  • Should be quite popular
  • Typical modern combo-rich Euro with good timing aspects
Cons
  • Very thick box with substantial rulebooks
Thematic elements
  • Dwarves reclaiming mountain
  • Dwarf fantasy setting
  • Thematic
Comparison games
  • Septima
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Risk-reward mechanic — Actions provide benefits but come with risks or future penalties
  • Tile building placement — Place tiles to build structures
  • Timing mechanic — Strategic timing of actions affects outcomes
  • Tracks — Progress tracks that affect gameplay
  • Worker placement with twist — Send multiple workers or upgrade to different worker types for better actions
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Quotes (from this video)
  • The cards are your actions
  • It feels like the points really get rolling
  • You can jump to the head of the queue based on your size and how you muscle in
  • This is a fairly typical modern combo-icious Euro
  • Mind Clash games always have these actions where you have to put something in to get something better but it will come with some risk or some penalty
  • You make your olive oil and sell it out into the market
  • It's not just a simple matter of playing cards for their points but trying to summon them in the right order
  • I do like the theme of it. Ants is great
  • The theme looks amazing. The artwork is by Andrew Bosley. It's about rescuing dragons
  • Light to midweight Euro engine building type with nice timing to keep game live until end
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Video IeCzOUtOKUg Unknown Channel top_10_list at 9:59 sentiment: neutral
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neutral
Pros
  • Dwarven theme is appealing to fans
  • Potentially tight resource-management decisions
Cons
  • Very little known about the title
  • Dwarven trope may not appeal to all
Thematic elements
  • dwarf workers, mining, pursuit of victory points
  • dwarven mining world
  • mythic, dwarven
Comparison games
  • Eon's Trespass
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • forking/placement optimization — forked placements on the board for resource gain
  • worker placement — allocate dwarves to mine and action spaces
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Quotes (from this video)
  • I want to sell McDonald's in space.
  • Seems like a heavy euro. It is, but fun one, fun concept.
  • We still haven't found out what the sins actually are, but how excited are we to play this game?
  • Do you want to travel to Paris? Do you want to prove yourself as an artist?
  • The best game on the list, as I already said.
  • The hottest game this month is Great C.
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