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Year
2022
Players
1-8
Age
14+
Playtime
25 min
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Description
This is your ticket to the track!
In Long Shot: The Dice Game, you and up to seven other players will strategize and push your luck as the action unfolds in a tense race of eight horses. During the game you buy horses, place bets, influence race movement, and utilize special abilities. The roll of the dice determines which horses move and the options available each turn, so be ready to adapt your plans. Once three horses cross the finish line, earnings are totaled. While there are many ways to earn money during a horse race, only the player that makes the most money will be declared the winner. Will you play it safe, or risk it big on a long shot?
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Rolling Dice & Taking Names Discussion at 55:33 sentiment: mixed
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Overall sentiment (raw)
mixed
Pros
- Good game
- Has mechanics similar to Downforce
- Can bet on horses
Cons
- Dice rolling makes movement more random
- Preferred the card play mechanic of Downforce for more control
Thematic elements
- Horse racing
- Horse racing
Comparison games
- Downforce
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Players can bet on horses.
- Dice Rolling — Movement is determined by rolling dice.
- Hand Management — Players use cards to influence the game.
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No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- We're going to have a championship and the winner of the championship will get to determine how we refer to that game from now on as either gliders in arena or dice in a bowl and they will also be deciding who on Saturday will be wearing the squirrel onesie that Tony I do have in my possession so sorry one of those we're gonna have to wear Oh
- This is not a game that's hard to learn. It's just hard to play.
- I was thinking it okay oh by the way thank you blue peg pink peg for bringing it up yet one more time on their podcast that's fun okay I said it wrong I'm sorry geesh
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Watch It Played Discussion at 3:54:12 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
Positive
Pros
- Strategic game
- Players roll dice to determine horse movement
- Cards at the bottom of each card tell you secondary movement
- Players can bet on horses
- Can buy horses with special powers
- Can complete rows/columns for immediate benefits
- Can move horses backward to sabotage
Cons
- Can be difficult to get certain horses to win
Thematic elements
- Betting on horses and managing a stable to win money.
- Horse racing
- Players roll dice to move horses and take actions like betting or buying horses.
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- action selection — Players choose from actions like betting, helmet, jersey, concession, or buying a horse.
- Betting — Players bet on horses to earn money.
- Dice Rolling — Dice determine which horse moves and how many spaces.
- Set Collection — Collecting 'helmet' and 'jersey' actions for bonus points.
- Take That — Ability to move horses backward to sabotage opponents.
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Watch It Played Discussion at 3:57:22 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Fun game
- Strategic depth
- Engaging gameplay
- Nice dice
- Good artwork
Cons
- Can be costly to buy horses
- Can be difficult to track all actions
Thematic elements
- Betting on and influencing horse races
- Horse Racing
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Players bet money on horses to win, place, or show, with payouts based on odds.
- Dice Rolling — Dice rolls determine horse movement, with different colors and numbers having varying odds and effects.
- Horse ownership — Players can buy horses to gain special abilities and potential end-game scoring.
- Press Your Luck — Players can choose to bet more on horses or take actions that might be risky but offer higher rewards.
- Set Collection — Players collect helmet and jersey tokens to gain bonus points at the end of the game.
- Variable player powers — Owned horses provide unique abilities that influence gameplay.
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Watch It Played Game Discussion at 13:16 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
Positive
Pros
- Fun times playing this game
- Really love it
- Wonderful
- Really really good game
Cons
- Can result in losing all money
- Betting aspect sometimes forgotten
Thematic elements
- Betting and bidding on horses
- Horse racing
- Earn money through various means during a race
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Longshot the dice game is more a betting and bidding game.
- bidding — Longshot the dice game is more a betting and bidding game.
- Dice Rolling — The role of the dice times which horses move.
- Set Collection — You want your horse to come in first and the like the top horses have easier odds.
- Variable player powers — Expansions add different sets of horse cards with different sets of abilities to be able to purchase.
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Quotes (from this video)
- I want to do a Euro game but let's give it some of those emera thrash type of feeling things a Euro game where we're placing workers out gaining resources trying to do all those type of things but then let's have it that we go and get there to the big monster you can see it and roll dice and then take hits and then roll dice again
- Champions and midgard just stands as a testament to a a pure fun game and I think it's the plinth it's it's the base of the structure upon which so many other games are built it's the shoulders of giants I feel like Champions and midgard I think it's a testament to board games it's a and it's just it's it remains a fun game even if when you roll your dice you'd think I've got this I've got so many dice I lose
- Longshot the dice game is more a betting and bidding game and rolling right everyone forgets it's a rolling right it's a rolling right they should put that in big letters on the front of the Box
- Summer camp turns deadly in the Happy Trails horror expansion for Final Girl.
- Despite being the beginner set for final girl this was the third one that they played and the one that finally defeated them final girl is great wonderfully thematic and a game which made me realize huh I guess I don't care about theme that much or playing with other people do I refer to Hans the butcher as Pigman yes I do am I only aware of Pigman because of certain Matthew Jew telling me through the medium rare podcast yes yes I am
- It's just a miraculous kind of solo experience that I really see a lot of people enjoy.
- Never mind that the dusty Roman senators of the original audition work just as well for me look at the chunky animal tiles and let them draw you into this fascinating game this is a tightly plotted negotiation game a remake of rhino conicius classic from the 90s that has a delightful narrative Arc doesn't drag even at higher player counts and creates nuanced decision points around the dual goals of getting into the zoo's star exhibit and getting the most money neither can be ignored with ships incentives even as you try to cooperate with others in an ultimate competitive environment Sublime
- I am a big fan of running filter which I think has been said a couple times maybe on the channel and I also am a fan of Quo Vardis I like Dusty Roman old Senators I like Rome and that it's actually my favorite theme for board games like Ancient Rome or ancient Greece but there's something quite wonderful about this new edition the pieces are just ridiculous it's the quality of the production is great the artwork is just absolutely marvelous and you get these extra things you've got the special abilities each of your animals your different species has a special ability but you don't get to use it oh no it's a bargaining tool which you can offer to other people
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Where There's A Wilz, There's a Play Top 10 List at 8:52 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- dice-rolling amusement
- betting and horse selection mechanics
Cons
none
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- my number 10 uh favorite game from the month was smitten
- Kites was my number four
- World Wonders is a polyomino tile-lane game like nothing I have
- Forges of Ravenshire is definitely a keeper for me
- Creature Comforts is usually one of those Comfort games for me
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Chairman of the Board Top List at 15:09 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
Positive
Pros
- Does everything Camel Up does, but better, more succinct, and more enjoyable.
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- Betting on horses
- Horse racing
Comparison games
- Camel Up
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — this is a racing game as you are betting on these horses
- Dice Rolling — you're going to be rolling dice the dice is going to show which horses move
- Player Owned Assets — you can even buy these horses for yourself if you like
- Set Collection — you're also ticking things off on your little player sheet to give horses boosts to knock them back in the race to get to purchase horses where if you get a Podium finish you'll get a big chunk of change that way
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Quotes (from this video)
- hey everybody and welcome to the 2024 into 2025 edition of my top 100 board games of all time so this is the best of the best and to celebrate that more than I did last year I'm going to revert back to a 10p part Series where I talk about 10 games at a time this episode being the first of those covering covering game 100 up to number 91
- so that is long shot the dice game at number 92
- so that is par at number 91
- so there we have it that concludes the first installment of my top 100 Bard games of all time hopefully you've enjoyed it and discovered a game or two if you have please be sure to hit like And subscribe to my channel and check out my other videos too and for everybody else I'll see you next time on chairman of the board bye-bye
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Chairman of the Board Discussion at 7:23 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Absolute blast.
- Great time playing.
- Super competitive race.
- Lots of interaction pushing horses back and forth.
- Managed to win by purchasing the winning horse, using Jersey tags, and making successful bets.
- One of the best racing betting games.
- Tailored to a great number of players.
- Can't really fault it.
- Essential to a collection.
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- racing, betting
- horse racing
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Placing bets on horses to win.
- Dice Rolling — Core mechanic for horse movement.
- Hand Management — Purchasing the winning horse and getting Jersey tags.
- Movement — Horses move based on dice rolls and other actions.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- I have to say I am very impressed with the changes that that introduces.
- I do really like the game mechanically, I think it's super silky smooth.
- Such a silky smooth and elegant game.
- For the level of crunchy decisions but relative breeziness at the same time is quite impressive.
- One of the best kind of racing betting games out there.
- It's almost like an essential to a collection at this point.
- One of my favorite games from 2023.
- It's an excellent game and I'm excited to see what other things this game has in store.
- This is again one of my favorite games or new to me games of the year.
- A game that I I always did enjoy but the more I'm playing it the more I am finding quite critical problems with it.
- Mechanically I think the game is fantastic but I think there's a few rough edges that I think maybe a second edition could clear up and do away with so much of the luck factor because this is such a great Euro.
- Really like this one and um yeah I play this one anytime.
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Hungry Gamer Discussion at 50:42 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Is always good.
Cons
- A little longer than Second Chance.
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- it's one of the best games Don has randomly found like ever
- know your energy level and pick the games that fit it
- it's a lot of stuff but most importantly before you even tell me how you're doing today Don what is your brood beverage
- it's just a big chunky game that makes you think and sometimes you just want to play something light and and thoughtless
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Where There's A Wilz, There's a Play Top 10 List at 42:29 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- engaging, quick, and tense race mechanics
- varied end-game payoff and betting options
Cons
- house rules can vary by table
- depends on player buy-in for racing theme
Thematic elements
- betting strategy and race movement
- horse racing and betting
- light, competitive
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice-driven horse racing with bets — roll dice to determine horse movement; players can buy horses, jerseys, and helmets to influence the race.
- push-your-luck and auction-like decisions — buy horses and place bets as the race progresses; balance risk and reward.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- this is supposed to be a real time game which means you have to be rolling your dice fast and thinking quick
- we've taken the real-time aspect out of it but kept some of the things in it
- the turn-based I find it a lot more enjoyable
- I think this is a really good version of Isle of Cats
- the OG of rolling rights and that would be Yatsi
- I have some great childhood memories when I used to go and stay at my grandma we would play yatsi all the time
- the theme is so cool
- Patchwork doodle more than Patchwork
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Where There's A Wilz, There's a Play Top 10 List at 10:01 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- engaging betting strategy with modular upgrades
- solid two-player preference and expansions available
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- sports betting / horse racing
- horse racing and betting
- competitive, push-your-luck betting with dice
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- concessions / upgrades — earn money to buy helmets and jerseys that modify betting or outcomes.
- Dice Rolling — roll dice representing horses and place bets to win money and points.
- Dice rolling / betting — roll dice representing horses and place bets to win money and points.
- end-game scoring with horse advancement — points are awarded based on finishing positions and purchased bonuses.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- this is a flip and write where you are building the perfect neighborhood
- this is blueprints of Mad King Ludwig
- this is a fabulous multi-use card flip and right game that is all about building the best rail system
- I just absolutely love this game I love the puzzle of this game
- Rolling Realms is just so replayable because there are so many different Realms
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Chairman of the Board Other at 11:34 sentiment: neutral
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Overall sentiment (raw)
Neutral
Pros
none
Cons
none
Thematic elements
none
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Dice game — Mentioned as 'Long Shot, the dice game'.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
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Where There's A Wilz, There's a Play Analysis at 16:52 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Fun, silly, and approachable party-style racing theme
- Engaging end-of-round bonuses and betting mechanics
Cons
- Lightweight; may not appeal to heavy gamers seeking strategy depth
Thematic elements
- fun, competitive betting and dice-driven movement
- horse racing; contemporary betting culture
- light-hearted, competitive
Comparison games
- Hot Streak
- Parks
- Calico
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- concessions and upgrades — Add horses, hats, jerseys for bonuses at end of rounds
- dice-roller betting — Roll dice to move horses; draft bets; use concessions/bonuses to influence outcomes
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- Everdell is one of my favorite worker placement games.
- Everdell is moving on as the first number one seed that has actually moved on.
- Three Sisters is one of my favorite rolling-right games.
- Hanamikoji is a lane battler where you are placing cards down in an I cut you choose fashion.
- Santorini is an abstract game.
- Parks is the better game.
- Hot Streak is moving on.
- Harmonies is the Cascadia Killer, but Cascadia I like more.
- Junk Art is pulling up the upset and I really, really like Junk Art.
- Calico is not my favorite; Cascadia I like more than Calico.
- Long Shot is a roll and ride where you're betting on horses.
- Sprawlopolis is a buttonshy game where you try to build the best city.
- Azul Summer Pavilion is my number one Azul game.
- Small World is an area control game with variable beings.
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The Dice Tower Top List at 27:31 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Exciting and engaging
- Great centerpiece
- Fun betting mechanics
- Works well at multiple player counts
Cons
- Does not feel like a typical roll and write to some players
Thematic elements
- Horse racing betting
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Players can bet on horses or choose to own them for placement bonuses.
- Dice Rolling — Dice determine which horses move.
- Roll and Write — Players fill in actions on their sheets based on dice rolls.
- Set Collection — Filling rows and columns provides bonuses.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- This one showed me what a rolling right could be.
- This was kind of a game changer.
- This is one of the most thematic rolling right games.
- This game is good. So good.
- This is a great game.
- I really think this is I this get should get played more again.
- This is a very small very very focused little flip and right game.
- So, so fun. Very good scoring.
- In my opinion, the best flipping right game that is Let's Make a Bus Route.
- This is just such a charming game.
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The Dice Tower Top List at 47:26 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
Positive
Pros
- The rolling aspect is compelling.
- Moving the horses around makes it less abstract.
- Has been fun at multiple player counts.
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- Horse Racing
- Horse Racing
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Area Movement — move the horses around
- Dice Rolling — rolling right
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- This one showed me what a rolling right could be.
- This was kind of a game changer.
- This is one of the most thematic rolling right games.
- This game is good. So good.
- This is a great game.
- I really think this is I this get should get played more again.
- This is a very small very very focused little flip and right game.
- So, so fun. Very good scoring.
- In my opinion, the best flipping right game that is Let's Make a Bus Route.
- This is just such a charming game.
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Review at 0:00 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Interesting marriage of roll and write with betting mechanics.
- Thematic immersion is strong, tying into the feel of a day at the racetrack.
- Engaging gameplay keeps players involved throughout.
- Variable special abilities and horse card combinations enhance replayability.
- Works well in solo mode as a learning tool and for a close game.
- Scales well from strategic play at lower counts to a party game at higher counts.
Cons
- Higher player counts might be a lot of people around the table.
- While solo is good, the at-table banter is obviously not present.
Thematic elements
- Horse racing and betting
- Racetrack
Comparison games
- Paco game series
- Roland Wright game
- Camel Up
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- AI Opponent — A system is in place for solo play where an AI takes actions, making the solo experience close and competitive.
- Betting — Players can bet on horses during the race, with payouts based on finishing position and bet multipliers.
- Roll and Write — The core mechanic involves rolling dice and marking actions or results on a player sheet.
- Set Collection — Completing rows or columns on the concession grid allows players to gain bonuses.
- Variable player powers — Owning a horse grants special abilities that can influence gameplay.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- the marriage of rolling right with a betting game
- the marriage of that is is definitely the most interesting thing that i think is this game has going for it
- thematically it really kind of ties into kind of going to the track and going to like a racing day
- the marriage here in this case of the betting and that kind of you know fun tension of a betting and you know cheering on a horse and yelling at your horse with that rolling right technique and that mechanic is really an interesting thing folks should really at least check it out
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Rules Teach at 0:00 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Beautiful game and artwork
- Engaging dice rolling and actions
- Multiple ways to influence the race
- Satisfying scoring system
Cons
- Can be complex with concession perks
Thematic elements
- Horse racing and betting
- A UPA-style 1930's racetrack
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Area control/ownership — Players can buy horses, which gives them special abilities and cash bonuses if those horses win.
- Betting — Players can bet on horses, with payouts determined by the horse's final position and odds.
- Dice Rolling — Dice rolls determine which horse moves and how many spaces it moves.
- Push Your Luck — The 'no bet' line and the ability to bet on horses past it with a helmet introduces a push-your-luck element.
- roll-and-write — Players take turns rolling dice and performing actions on their player boards.
- Set Collection — Collecting sets of helmets and jerseys for horses provides bonus points.
- Variable player powers — Each horse has a special ability that players can utilize when they own that horse, or through specific game actions.
Video topics + discussion points
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Quotes (from this video)
- The horses are numbered in order of their favour to win. Horse #1 is on the inside of the track and has a shorter distance to travel, while horse #8 is on the outside, so that horse has the greatest odds - the long shot.
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Review at 16:32 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Surprisingly fun despite gambling theme
- Easy to teach and accessible
- Multiple viable strategies
- Clever mechanics
- Good as a filler game
- Engaging solo mode against AI
Cons
- Can be mathy at the end
- Dry erase markers might not last (prototype)
Thematic elements
- Gambling, horse racing
- Horse racing
Comparison games
- Long Shot
- Welcome To
- Tiny Epic Galaxies
- Terraforming Mars
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- AI Opponent — The game features an AI opponent named 'Roland Wright' that operates with its own set of rules and advantages.
- Betting — Players can place bets on horses, with payouts determined by the horse's final position and odds.
- Dice Rolling — Dice are rolled to determine which horse moves and how far, influencing the race progression.
- Horse drafting/movement influence — Horses can influence or drag along other horses based on abilities and card effects, adding a layer of strategic interaction.
- Press Your Luck — Decisions on when to bet and how much, especially on high-odd horses, involve a press-your-luck element.
- roll-and-write — The game is described as a roll-and-write game, where players mark off actions on their player boards based on dice rolls.
- Set Collection — Collecting sets of helmets and jerseys for a horse provides bonus points at the end of the game.
- Variable player powers — Each horse has a unique ability that players can leverage when they buy or interact with that horse.
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Quotes (from this video)
- My name is Ryan from Nights Around the Table.
- The game is called Long Shot the Dice Game.
- I have to say since then I've played this game a whole pile because I really like it.
- It's a roll and right game.
- I was commissioned to do a video for this game by Perplexed.
- The game is pretty darn fun.
- I have to do math in front of people.
- This is the kind of game where you cannot help but do the 1930s radio guy.
- Chain reaction of BGG's classic says Mark.
- It's harder than it looks let me tell you.
- It gets a little bit mathy at the end though doesn't it.
- This is a nice little filler game.
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DaniCha Unboxing at 0:04 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Compact magnetic box
- Thematic art and wooden horses
- Includes solo mode information and is solo-friendly
- Expansion options available on the website
- Eight markers included
Cons
- Markers could dry out if exposed to heat during shipping
- Cards may be difficult to open initially
- Some components may require careful handling to lay flat over time
- Some components intended to be written on rather than sleeved
Thematic elements
- Racing, luck, and competition
- Horse racing track / betting context
- Light, accessible, theme-driven
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- board with race track and horse markers — Eight wooden horse markers move on a track laid on the board
- cards — Cards influence race events or provide bonuses during play
- Dice-based movement — Dice rolls determine horse movement along a race track via markers
- Multi-Use Cards — Cards influence race events or provide bonuses during play
- setup and components — Includes markers, boards, and dice (D6 and D8) for gameplay and setup
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- "this is a game that takes about 25 minutes"
- "very compact box i like it"
- "i am excited to get back into that"
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Board Stupid Top 5 List at 22:34 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- fun, chaotic, accessible
- scales from 2 to 7 players
Cons
- can be unpredictable, some may find luck overpowering
Thematic elements
- poker-style odds with racing
- Horse racing betting
- humorous, thematic
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Dice Rolling — Roll dice to move horses and trigger board actions.
- Push Your Luck — Bet on horses and manage risk as you advance toward the finish line.
- push-your-luck / betting — Bet on horses and manage risk as you advance toward the finish line.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- I love a tile-ling game
- it's wonderfully designed
- cooperative trick-taking game that broke the market
- this is a clever game
- it's a fabulous, first game I really got into
- Long Shot the Dice Game is a riot
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Board Stupid Top List at 5:36 sentiment: positive
video_pk 41550 · mention_pk 125984
Click to watch at 5:36 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Energetic party-game feel with approachable rules
- Engaging betting mechanics and table presence
- Great fun for groups and social vibes
Cons
- Can become chaotic with many players
- Luck can overshadow strategic decisions
Thematic elements
- betting, racing, and dice-driven outcomes
- UK horse racing betting scene and racecourse atmosphere.
- pub-night, social, lighthearted
Comparison games
- Camel Up
- Jamaica
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting and Bluffing — Players bet on horses with odds that influence payouts.
- betting/odds — Players bet on horses with odds that influence payouts.
- bingo-like control/cards — Pooled dice interactions and betting actions create a dynamic betting tableau.
- Dice Drafting — A set of dice determines which horse moves and by how far.
- dice-drafting/rolling — A set of dice determines which horse moves and by how far.
- player interaction via betting — The game weaves social interaction and public bets into the flow of play.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- it's Indiana Jones feelings of running into the forest to get to El Dorado
- it's a very simple game but it's super fun to play
- this is a party game for board gamers
- the adrenaline dump is real mate
- the best racing game on the market
- the best racing game ever made
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Meeple Mountain Top 10 List at 8:31 sentiment: positive
video_pk 40932 · mention_pk 239513
Click to watch at 8:31 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- family-friendly and approachable
- embedded competition keeps players engaged
Cons
- may feel light for non-family gamers
- pace can be variable depending on group
Thematic elements
- humorous, race-focused betting
- horse race betting and management
- light, party-friendly
Comparison games
- Sushi Go Party!
- Camel Up
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Dice Rolling — bet on horses and manipulate outcomes
- dice-rolling racing — bet on horses and manipulate outcomes
- roll-and-write style tempo — game centers on real-time attention to the race
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- it's a pure euro that is nicely connected to the theme more than you would anticipate
- money is super tight in this game which adds a lot of tension
- the rondelle with dice worker placement it has contracts and there's a market that changes the values of all the items
- it's a game i can get my wife and kids to play with me yet still a very enjoyable game for me
- the weight and the length of the game is just a perfect scenario for me
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Board Stupid Top List at 15:24 sentiment: positive
video_pk 38520 · mention_pk 115994
Click to watch at 15:24 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- engaging, interactive, and highly replayable
- scales well to eight players
- combines betting with dice-chucking for excitement
Cons
- more complex than pure party games
- some players may prefer lighter fare
Thematic elements
- betting, racing, and dice-driven movement
- horse racing track with betting dynamics
- interactive, competitive, and light-hearted
Comparison games
- Camel Up
- Blood on the Clocktower
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — players bet on horses and influence potential outcomes
- Betting and Bluffing — players bet on horses and influence potential outcomes
- dice_movement — dice outcomes determine horse movement along a track
- player_interaction — players unlock modifiers that affect movement and race dynamics
- Positive Player Interaction — players unlock modifiers that affect movement and race dynamics
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- it's a great party game that works with eight people or more and is perfect for after-dinner fun
- it's fantastically easy to teach; you can jump in quickly, which matters at festive gatherings
- this is the kind of game that makes even non-gamers want to join in and play again
- you can watch a room blow up with laughter as players argue about who is the spy or who is bluffing
- it's the kind of game that travels well and can be brought to a pub or a holiday gathering
- it's not long or infuriating like some other social deduction games, which is a huge plus
- the production quality on Secret Hitler is really top-notch for a social deduction title
- Long Shot mixes betting and racing in a way that keeps everyone engaged, even non-players
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Board Stupid Top List at 17:23 sentiment: positive
video_pk 35607 · mention_pk 106398
Click to watch at 17:23 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- highly engaging party experience with tension and cheers
- easy to learn, but has deeper decision layers
- great social energy and interaction during play
Cons
- some players may want more depth than a party-style game provides
Thematic elements
- racing and betting with roll-and-writes
- horse betting race gala
- party-game style with strategic betting decisions
Comparison games
- Liar's Dice titles
- Roll for the Galaxy
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Dice Drafting — roll dice to advance horses, fill in bonuses and track progress on a personal board
- dice drafting / roll-and-write — roll dice to advance horses, fill in bonuses and track progress on a personal board
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- "tile placement and open market..., it's a smooth and perfect tile placement game"
- "Cascadia is a fantastic game that you can play with everyone"
- "endless winter paleo Americans is wide and thinky; a big, ambitious euro"
- "mind management is the best sort of one game you can buy"
- "production is insane—deluxe, beautiful components"
- "unsettled is a giant puzzle with every planet different"
- "Iki is a tremendous Euro game I absolutely love"
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The Dice Tower Top List at 32:20 sentiment: positive
video_pk 34494 · mention_pk 102728
Click to watch at 32:20 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- shorter alternative to longer racing games
- strong betting core
Cons
- set collection elements can muddy focus for some
Thematic elements
- pure betting on horses
- horse racing theme with dice
- classic gambling feel
Comparison games
- Big long racing games
- Camel Up
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Wager on outcomes with track-based bets.
- Betting and Bluffing — Wager on outcomes with track-based bets.
- Dice Rolling — Roll dice to advance horses and manage bets.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- This is Camel Up.
- Gambling with your life.
- This is the loudest game at this convention.
- Poker is the number one gambling.
- This is the purest gambling game.
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Totally Tabled Top List at 2:45 sentiment: positive
video_pk 32056 · mention_pk 94627
Click to watch at 2:45 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- surprisingly strong solo experience for a party game
- simple AI makes solo smooth and quick
- affordable, accessible entry into solo play
Cons
- Roland can be too easy to beat; reliability of the win margin may reduce challenge
- blowouts can happen without house rules
Thematic elements
- racing competition with betting and AI-driven opposition
- 1930s horse racing and betting
- light, competitive racing with structured AI
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Programming — Roland uses an action matrix to determine its moves, keeping solo play fast and predictable.
- roll-and-right — Dice-driven turn order and movement that drives the action; AI opponent follows a deterministic matrix.
- solitaire AI (Roland) — Roland uses an action matrix to determine its moves, keeping solo play fast and predictable.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- Voidfall is one of my favorite games of all time.
- I love that he brought completely new mechanisms to solitare voidfall that aren't used in the competitive multiplayer mode.
- Ultimately, Voidfall shows that even highly interactive games can make for great solo experiences as long as you have a designer dedicated to the art form.
- Solo tricktaking. Actually, is tricktaking one word? Maybe I only need two words.
- Heat not only exposes how ridiculous that opinion is, but I think it shows how much the genre has suffered by not including solo play.
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Board Game Animal Top 10 List at 2:14 sentiment: positive
video_pk 31542 · mention_pk 92933
Click to watch at 2:14 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Compact
- Accessible twist on dice game
Cons
- Dice luck can dominate
Thematic elements
- horse-race themed dice game
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Dice Rolling — dice-based betting with push-your-luck elements
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- they're so easy to store carry and bring anywhere that that you really just can't lose with
- Spicy is my go-to for people who claim that they've only ever played Uno this is my favorite small card game ever
- I am obsessed
- If you're traveling I highly recommend any game that you saw on this list
- not only is this tiny but it's not time consuming to play either this Puzzler has repeatedly impressed me for how much of Gloom Haven in a minuscule little package
- I love Sky Team and if you want to fit this in your bag go for it because we had quite a bit of fun
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BoardGameGeek Top List at 13:41 sentiment: positive
video_pk 29568 · mention_pk 150463
Click to watch at 13:41 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Surprising depth for a dice-driven race game
- Interactive betting and horse-tracking rewards
- Exciting moments when a horse surges
Cons
- Luck-driven elements can dominate in some sessions
Thematic elements
- Betting on horses and managing bonuses via board mechanics
- Horse racing track with betting dynamics
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Roll-and-move with betting and track progression — Roll dice to move horses; place bets; utilize jockeys, jerseys, and bonuses to optimize payouts.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- 'this is a rolling right I was going to say a Rollright version of TI4'
- 'a flicking disc crokinole style is fun'
- 'it's super duper fun'
- 'we are huge Lord of the Rings fans'
- 'Draft & Write Records is my favorite roll right right now'
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Good Time Society Playthrough at 6:01 sentiment: positive
video_pk 13424 · mention_pk 39327
Click to watch at 6:01 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Dynamic gameplay
- Multiple strategic options
- Exciting betting mechanics
- Unpredictable horse movement
Cons
- Heavy reliance on luck/dice rolls
- Can be frustrating for players with bad rolls
Thematic elements
- Horse racing and betting
- Horse racing track
- Competitive
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Players place bets on horses to potentially increase winnings
- Betting and Bluffing — Players place bets on horses to potentially increase winnings
- Dice Rolling — Uses an 8-sided and 6-sided die to determine horse movement
- Horse ownership — Players can buy and own specific horses
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- It's saturday morning, it's race day baby!
- We're betting on horses and screaming at each other
- I feel like I'm at the track, broke and hungry
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Tabletop Turtle Review at 0:06 sentiment: positive
video_pk 11421 · mention_pk 33568
Click to watch at 0:06 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
highly_positive
Pros
- Fun and silly gameplay
- Great in larger groups
- Multiple action types create variety
- Random but not purely luck-based
- Takes on strategic elements despite appearance
- Excellent catch-up mechanics prevent runaway leader
- Social investment in other players' horses
- Well-designed party game mechanics
- Strategic depth surprising for party game
- Can manipulate leader positions through indirect investment
- Was out of stock for long time (high demand)
- Original board game version less impressive
Cons
- Random elements
- Original Long Shot board game version is 'poop'
- Abstract from real horse racing
Thematic elements
- Horse racing theme
- Gambling/betting aesthetic
- Absurdist humor
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting/investment system
- Catch-Up
- Catch-up mechanics
- Group dynamics emphasis
- Horse racing simulation
- Multiple action types (hats, jerseys, etc.)
- Strategy despite random elements
- Take That
- Take-that mechanics
- Unique Player Powers
- Variable player powers
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
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References (from this video)
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Chairman of the Board Discussion at 6:04 sentiment: positive
video_pk 11139 · mention_pk 32755
Click to watch at 6:04 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Speaker enjoyed it enough to buy after trying a friend's copy
Cons
- Rules depth not explored in video
Thematic elements
- Racing and betting; push-your-luck dice
- Horse racing betting
- light, accessible
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice drafting/betting — dice outcomes influence races and bets
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- "Caesar sees Rome in 20 minutes"
- "this is like the spiritual successor or at least a sister game or a partner game to paulo maurice blitzkrieg"
- "I believe you're investing in these companies these companies can merge with each other so it's just all about making profit"
- "Detective Club and the expansion"
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Board Game Hangover Discussion at 2:18 sentiment: positive
video_pk 11008 · mention_pk 32416
Click to watch at 2:18 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- described as a fun, 8-player capable title
- noted for party-friendly pacing
Cons
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- I think this is a fantastic look.
- it's a fantastic collection almost I want it.
- I still don't have eclipse.
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Getting Games Discussion at 17:23 sentiment: positive
video_pk 10589 · mention_pk 94331
Click to watch at 17:23 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Planned sponsored tutorial
- Part of an active content schedule
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- Roll and write strategy
- Horse racing
- Abstract
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Flip/Roll and Write — Roll and write mechanics
- unknown — Roll and write mechanics
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- I am really looking for feedback from people because this is something very new
- Cube rails games have kind of grabbed a hold of my brain in a really interesting way
- Trans-Siberian Railroad is a wacky game
- I am in the throes of infatuation with this new genre of gaming
- I would really appreciate you considering that
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TableTop Wolf Top List at 10:43 sentiment: positive
video_pk 10549 · mention_pk 31025
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- very quick to teach and play
- family-friendly and accessible
Cons
- depth may be limited for some players
Thematic elements
- family-friendly racing competition
- horse-race race with dice-driven progression
- light and breezy
Comparison games
- dice-rolling racing games
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Dice Rolling — roll dice to determine progress and actions
- fast setup — quick to learn and execute with short rounds
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- I adore the changes that they made Darkness one felt very Diablo 3
- this is exactly what I’ve been searching for from war-gaming for 26 years
- the idea of fouling is very much welcome and addition
- I’m a sucker for an IP like that
- this game still holds up as number one for now
- the lack of a pushy look element … you’ll always feel relatively in control
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The Brothers Murf Top 10 List at 5:26 sentiment: positive
video_pk 7722 · mention_pk 22789
Click to watch at 5:26 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Everyone loves it regardless of original game experience
- Great production quality
- High engagement despite unpredictability
- Long shots can legitimately win races
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- Betting on horse races
- Horse racing track
- Simultaneous action with shared outcomes
Comparison games
- Long Shot
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting and Bluffing — Players bet on various horses and can purchase them
- Betting mechanics — Players bet on various horses and can purchase them
- Horse racing — Eight horses move based on dice rolls
- Multiple action system — Players can take various actions like getting jerseys, jockeys, and scoring
- Simultaneous Actions — Players can take various actions like getting jerseys, jockeys, and scoring
- Simultaneous roll and write — Active player rolls dice while all players use results to take actions
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- Look, we're not size queens. No, you know, sometimes smaller is better.
- This is something that happens a lot in board games where there will be a game and then there it's kind of like a spin-off, like a TV show
- Combo Womos. Love the wombo combo.
- I will always basically just play Trails
- Fleet the Dice game is so successful that there's now been a bunch of games that are like 80% the same
- It's honestly better than the original
- I would never suggest anyone start anywhere in this universe other than Jaws of the Lion
- This is the poster child for these kinds of games
- I never need to play Maraco again
- Sometimes when you're a trendsetter, you got to get the love and get the number one spot
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Before You Play Playthrough at 0:00 sentiment: positive
video_pk 7381 · mention_pk 21845
Click to watch at 0:00 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Engaging, tension-filled betting decisions with a clear race progression
- Strong two-player replayability and accessible entry point for new players
- Rich action economy via concessions, jerseys, helmets, and wilds
- Multiple scoring paths (purses, owner bonuses, end-game multipliers)
Cons
- Rule density can be daunting for newcomers
- The end-game scoring can be intricate and slow to compute without careful tracking
- Horse prices can be high and ownership expensive, limiting early expansion
Thematic elements
- Horse racing and betting economy with owner incentives
- One-lap horse race on a shared track with a betting grid
- Teach-and-playthrough with live on-table explanations
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting and Bluffing — Players place bets on horses with variable multipliers depending on finish position; winnings are paid at round end and multiplied for first/second/third.
- betting and payouts — Players place bets on horses with variable multipliers depending on finish position; winnings are paid at round end and multiplied for first/second/third.
- concessions grid — A grid-based action economy where crossing off rows/columns yields mid-game bonuses (money, bets, movement).
- dice-driven movement — An eight-sided die determines which horse advances; a six-sided die provides secondary movement, with numbers 1-3 influencing additional shifts.
- free bets and wilds — Wild symbols and helmet/joker mechanics allow flexible moves and bets; free bets can be earned completing lines.
- helmet/jersey/wild tokens — Special actions that modify what a player can do (betting, movement) and can be used to unlock bonuses or modify risk.
- no-bet zone and finish line — Once horses cross a red finish boundary, they can no longer be bet on unless helmet status allows continued betting in the zone.
- ownership and purse bonuses — Owning a horse grants ongoing income and end-game purse bonuses for finishers.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- it's a one to eight player dice game where we're going to be betting on horses
- this game is all about horse racing
- the meat and potatoes of the game
- the end of the game for each pair of these that you have crossed off per horse it's going to give you five additional dollars
- free bets you could place on seven because it's free
- gloss moves it's my seven one and then seven oh my gosh wow that is so close right there
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Getting Games Rules Teach at 1:00 sentiment: neutral
video_pk 7269 · mention_pk 21505
Click to watch at 1:00 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
neutral
Pros
- Clear, instructional explanation of the rules and flow of play.
- Demonstrates interaction between betting, buying, and concession bonuses.
- Shows end-game scoring and the value of pairs (helmet/jersey) in securing points.
Cons
- Rules are relatively dense and participants may need to pause to digest all bonuses and secondary movements.
- Prototype components may differ from final production, which could affect visual reference for players.
Thematic elements
- Horse racing competition with bets, upgrades, and bonuses.
- Horse racing track with eight horses, betting, and track bonuses.
- Educational tutorial with step-by-step live playthrough
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting on horses — Players place bets with money; payouts depend on finishing position and whether a horse crosses the no-bet line.
- Buying horses — Purchasing a horse grants ongoing abilities printed on that horse and affects end-game payouts.
- Concession stands — Boards awarded bonuses when players complete rows/columns on their concession stand, influencing future turns.
- Dice Rolling — A die (d8) roll determines primary horse movement and influences secondary effects.
- End-game scoring — Scoring combines horse finish positions, end-game bonuses from concessions, helmet/jersey pairs, and bet payouts.
- Horse movement — Primary and secondary movements move horses along a track, with order sometimes determined by horse value.
- Jockey helmet/jersey actions — Helmet/jersey actions let players place or modify bets on specific horses with lasting effects.
- Wilds (horseshoes) — Horseshoes can be spent to make a die value effectively wild for a chosen action, altering outcomes.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- The end of the game is a good ways off
- the horse that you bet on might not even make it to the line
- concession stands to potentially get a variety of different benefits
- three horses have crossed the finish line
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TableTop Wolf Top List at 21:16 sentiment: positive
video_pk 7021 · mention_pk 20806
Click to watch at 21:16 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Accessible quick plays
- Family-friendly and solo-friendly
Cons
none
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- I absolutely adore Raiders of the North Sea
- Massive Darkness is the best Dungeon Crawler I've got
- the story was pants in all honesty
- I love space Hulk and so that one will always be staying
- Bloodborne the board game is terrible
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Foster the Meeple Top List at 20:59 sentiment: neutral
video_pk 6157 · mention_pk 18253
Click to watch at 20:59 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
neutral
Pros
none
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- Betting on horse races
- Horse racing
- Sports betting
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Dice Rolling — Dice-based gameplay
- Race — Horse racing
- racing — Horse racing
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- It's not worth winning if you can't win big
- This is probably the funnest game I can't see anything supplanting camel up for me
- We're so intelligent we're beyond Quest for El Dorado
- Camel up has a pyramid that poops dice
- I love rolling dice
- There's not a ton of racing games which is crazy
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The Broken Meeple Discussion at 14:02 sentiment: positive
video_pk 5847 · mention_pk 17306
Click to watch at 14:02 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Cartoonish, humorous artwork that suits the game’s light tone.
- Solid component quality (dry erase board, markers, chunky wooden horses).
- Engaging, quick-to-learn race with fun finish moments.
Cons
- One die had an etching/ink issue affecting readability.
- Player count caveat: while 1–8 is printed, five players is ideal; more can invite AP and waiting times.
- Not the cheapest option for what you get.
Thematic elements
- Horse racing with playful, comic-cartoon aesthetic.
- A lighthearted, cartoonish horse-race track with betting elements.
- Humorous, casual, party-ish race vibe.
Comparison games
- Winner's Circle
- Parks
- Splendor
- Alice's Garden
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- action resolution — Simple, fast turns with minimal deep planning; players perform basic actions each turn.
- card/board variety via expansions — Base game plus sets of horses and optional expansion content.
- concessions and bonuses — Players place bonuses/boosts on their board for set bonuses and abilities.
- Dice Rolling — Two dice determine horse movement and random events each turn.
- horse betting and ownership — Players bet on horses and own horses to win payouts depending on finish.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- I love the cartoony artwork, I think it's pretty funny.
- it's a horse race, it's a roll and write, it's a quick little game.
- outstays its welcome is a big thing for me when you have long games.
- I would rather play this than something like Winner's Circle.
- Spirit Island has another chapter coming, Nature Incarnate.
- two to four player card drafting game giving you the opportunity to pass cards to yourself to plan for future happenings.
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TableTop Wolf Review at 0:00 sentiment: positive
video_pk 5597 · mention_pk 16644
Click to watch at 0:00 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Fast to learn
- Simple and accessible
- Compact footprint with quick setup
- Short playtime (15–20 minutes)
- Family-friendly and suitable for casual players
- Solid solo mode
Cons
- Limited depth for hardcore euro-style players
- Luck-based elements (dice) can dominate some decisions
- Some garbled phrasing in the transcript hints at unclear terminology
Thematic elements
- Lighthearted horse racing and betting culture
- Horse race scenario with betting and track progression
- Fast-paced, family-friendly, casual arcade feel
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Players place bets on horses or outcomes as the race unfolds, influencing decisions and incentives.
- Resource/bonus acquisition — Gaining bonuses via position on the track to maximize money or victory potential.
- roll-and-move — Dice determine movement along a race track, driving progression and potential outcomes.
- solo mode — A competent single-player mode is included for solo play.
- Track filling / area progression — Players fill in horizontally or vertically aligned spaces to gain bonuses or advance on the track.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- it's fast to learn simpler play
- one hell of a fun game to play
- the man from dudley well he gives a boston double thumbs up
- my family adore it especially when it takes up so little space
- you can play on the living room floor with a very quick setup time
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Adam in Wales - Board Game Design Analysis at 18:04 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Recent game that generated significant buzz
- Clever betting system decouples from piece ownership
- Creates interesting decision space around betting
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- Betting on racing horses
- Horse racing
- betting simulation
Comparison games
- Home Stretch
- Camel Up
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting mechanic — Game about betting on winner, not owning pieces
- roll and move — Simple dice roll determines which horse moves and how far
- State Manipulation — Manipulate game state so chosen horse comes in first
- Universal Benefit — Any player can benefit from movement of any horse
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Quotes (from this video)
- Where once randomness ruled modern games prioritized player agency designers strived to incorporate meaningful decisions into their games and role and move became a dirty word among the modern tabletop community
- I myself put out a video called dicer not the answer back in 2017 one of my most watched lamenting role and move
- In 2022 i feel like maybe just maybe we've tipped too far in the other direction thrown the baby out with the bath water
- This video is a quest for redemption
- When done well roller move is one of the most intuitive exciting mechanisms out there
- In a pure roll and move game the player rolls a die or spins a spinner and moves their playing piece according to the result
- In talisman you roll the die and then you choose to move clockwise or anticlockwise around the board that one deviation from the purest role of move games the decision to go left or right immediately put talisman head and shoulders above most board games on the market at the time
- Hero quest showcases the strength of the roller move mechanism its elegant simplicity and the excitement of a successful role outrunning an ogre
- It can be really frustrating to lose a long game which you were totally invested in purely because you rolled badly
- Spooky stairs is a great example of a game where the roll and move mechanism itself isn't tampered with but the basic race mechanism is turned on its head by incorporating a chaotic memory mechanism
- This game beautifully highlights the intuitive nature of roll and move as a mechanism
- More than any other on this list this game demonstrates how such a simple mechanism can create agonizing decisions and a hugely interactive variable board game experience I can't recommend this one enough
- Roll and move games don't have to be devoid of meaningful choices
- Formula d has a great roll and move mechanism which i haven't seen replicated in any other game
- Push your luck and roll and move complement each other nicely
- Among hobby gamers roll a move is widely considered something of an untouchable mechanism in 2022 and that's a shame
- Roll and move isn't a cursed mechanism
- Like every mechanism roller move has strengths and weaknesses
- It can be used effectively to create an exciting intuitive system or it can be used ineffectively to create a wildly random experience which feels primitive and unfair
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Rolls in the Family Top List at 7:00 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Versatile from 2 to 8 players, works in large groups
- High interaction and dynamic from round to round
- The dice-upgrade concept adds a satisfying progression
Cons
- Rules can be a bit dense at first glance
- Some players might prefer more traditional drafting or racing systems
Thematic elements
- Betting on horses and racing outcomes with dice-based actions
- Horse racing world with betting and dice-driven movement
- Light-to-moderate thematic veneer on betting and speed
Comparison games
- Space Base
- Dice Realms
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Concession and payoff lines — Players can pay to place bets and take actions that advance their position.
- Dice-driven actions — Eight horses with individual actions; the rolled dice determine options for all players.
- Simultaneous Actions — Players act in a shared tempo as dice outcomes unlock actions for everyone.
- Simultaneous or shared turns — Players act in a shared tempo as dice outcomes unlock actions for everyone.
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Quotes (from this video)
- There’s really no one clear best strategy.
- The feel around the table is a little bit more interactive than just a normal drafting.
- This is the first dice builder I’ve ever played.
- Sandboxy open it does feel like it’s got some bloat to it, but man, it’s still incredibly fun.
- The final play together finished really, really strong.
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Board Game Hangover Top List at 9:40 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- engaging pacing
- works well with non-gamers
Cons
- can feel random to some players
Thematic elements
- sports betting and race planning
- horse racing with dice
Comparison games
- Camel Up
- Qwixx
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- dice-rolling / betting — roll dice to advance horses while managing risk and bets
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- the simplest game that I could call strategy for me was Cascadia
- it's a story driven quick pace story game that takes quite a while to play
- this is a heavy heavy game AR NOA
- you can pull it out I play whenever wherever almost with anyone except my grandma
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Board Game Hangover Top List at 7:44 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- high emotion, energetic party vibe
- clever interaction through betting and power cards
- easy to explain and chaotic fun
Cons
- can be chaotic for some players
- luck heavily influences outcomes
Thematic elements
- punt-based wagering with dice-driven outputs
- Horse racing and betting market
- party game with competitive humor and highs/lows
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- betting and action economy — players place bets and take actions on their boards
- dice for horses and movement — roll dice to determine which horse moves and by how far
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Quotes (from this video)
- it's an amazing game especially if you're traveling around quite a lot
- the rules are not that uh complex
- you are farmers and you're planting a garden
- the biggest unique thing about this game is its chain reactions
- it's really a party game kind of game that will give you the most emotions for sure
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Our Family Plays Games Discussion at 14:29 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- fun for families and mixed groups
- quick rounds
- accessible to non-gamers
Cons
- leans heavily on luck
- may feel shallow for heavier gamers
Thematic elements
- Competitive betting and horse racing
- Horse racing with dice and bets
- Family-friendly, light
Comparison games
- Downforce
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Betting — Place bets on horses and outcomes to maximize points
- dice_rolling — Roll dice to determine outcomes and payouts
- hand_management — Manage dice results and bets for optimal scoring
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- Make this world a better place, one board gamer at a time.
- it's a big hit for our group
- it's all about money
- this is deluxe and exciting
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Chairman of the Board Top List at 4:16 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Fast, scalable, and highly social racing experience
- High-energy and accessible for a wide player count
Cons
- Sometimes luck-dominated; requires good table management
Thematic elements
- Racing, betting, and dynamic player interaction
- Horse racing track
- sports realism
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Auction / Bidding — bidding on horses and actions to affect outcomes
- Dice Drafting — roll dice to bid and influence horse placement on the track
- Dice drafting / rolling — roll dice to bid and influence horse placement on the track
Video topics + discussion points
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Quotes (from this video)
- Caesar's Empire is a great game to try, and it plays well at multiple player counts
- this game is so simple and smooth that I absolutely love it
- Rise has a lot of potential to stay evergreen
- Tell Atom... the core twist on this game is that when you are drafting these Dice and community resources...
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Might I Suggest a Game Playthrough at 7:55 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Fun and back and forth
- Good control in gameplay
- Tournament play available
Cons
- Doesn't feel necessary as another roll and write
Thematic elements
- horse race betting
- horse racing
Comparison games
- Long Shot (original)
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Roll and Write — light roll and write horse racing game
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- Why are you so obsessed with me?
- I'm not the only one with opinions on board games out there
- It's a pirate's life for me
- You make sausage till you can make bikes and make your people happy
- Fun to lose games
- Everything you do is satisfying even if you don't win
- A pie snatching good time
- All of Stonemeier games in one game
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Board Game Hangover Top List sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Fun horse racing and betting theme
- Two-dice system with action selection
- Multiple actions available (ball caps, jerseys, betting)
- Player interaction and influence on horse movement
- Looks more complex than it actually is
- Lots of meaningful decisions
- Works for kids and adults
Cons
- Many simultaneous mechanics can seem overwhelming
- Turn-based randomness from dice
Thematic elements
- horse racing
- gambling
- betting
- sports competition
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- you have a family I have I have a family these are the best games for all the families families
- so in this video we're going to talk about the best family games in our humble opinions our humble objective opinions
- there's tons of strategy to be had here it's also the deck building is satisfying
- It's super interactive that's your turn you Chuck a bunch of dice
- This is the game I advertise is the closest to a video game field that I've ever played and a challenging one because it's not easy to win at all
- the worse you draw the better
- It takes 15 minutes I mean essentially I just told you all the rules of the game
- if you're looking for a co-op game for family that's just easy to get to the table look no further it's the best one
- it's a simple premise and a lot of people will say hey it sounds like a lot game which yes of course it is it's Pusher like you pull out these tokens but you really influence your luck but it's really really really fun
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Foster the Meeple Discussion at 12:25 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
none
Cons
none
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- I freaking love it
- we are not gonna spend time explaining all of the games
- this is also includes games from before Gen Con and we cannot be held accountable for our actions
- we will let you know if we forget to say it will be on the screen every time
- it's for one or two players I kinda want to bring this to Disney
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