Game Info
Year
2024
Players
1-5
Age
14+
Playtime
90 min
Complexity
3.2/5
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Description
Players are gods of the Eldranic pantheon competing for mortal belief to advance civilization
An Age Contrived Family
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Video O_6t2lqq_Zo
Hungry Gamer Analysis at 6:15 sentiment: positive
video_pk 86256 · mention_pk 222664
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
none
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- mechanics forward
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Sniping — there's a bonus that the last person to put a thing out gets everyone else gets bonuses too
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- this is my video where I recap what games hit the table the most
- it is the best game that didn't make my three idiots game of the year list
- it's got the craziest and most amazing toy Factor at least in the deluxe edition wonderful components
- I don't get any cash here but I'm just able to use it to get more games
- all the money that I'm making from YouTube and channel memberships it does all go back into this hobby
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Video KaC3GpiczI4
Rules Teach at 0:07 sentiment: positive
video_pk 70410 · mention_pk 167365
Click to watch at 0:07 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Metal transmutation devices are described as 'super-deluxo' and engaging.
- Upgraded tiles and actions can make turns more powerful.
- Perks and bonuses are gained from contributing to and completing monument sections.
- Bridge tokens extend influence and offer unique player powers.
- Conduit tokens provide bonus movement during Advance turns.
- Bridge tokens can unlock endgame scoring conditions.
- Player powers are asymmetric and unique.
- The 'Monument Patron' token allows for fast-tracking monument section completion.
Cons
- Running out of energy tokens is possible as they get tied up on the board.
- Cannot reclaim energy tokens from achievements or the energy pool.
- Completing a monument section by a player results in them losing an energy token to the bound energy area, reducing their available currency.
- Using the Monument Patron power when a section has opponents' tokens might hand out prizes without much personal value.
- Overbuilding generic bridge tokens is possible but may lead to losing your own bridge token's benefits.
- Swapping out a bridge token can cover up a previously unlocked player power.
Thematic elements
- gods building monuments to encourage mortal belief
- earthly mortal plane
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- action selection — Players choose actions from their transmutation device tiles, spending energy from the bottom of the tiles.
- Area Control — Players deploy energy tokens to various board locations like monument sections, achievement columns, and pillars of civilization to score points.
- Drafting — Players can choose 1 or 2 tiles from the Tile Pool (shop) to upgrade their device.
- Resource Management — Energy tokens are the primary currency, needing careful management for taking actions and scoring.
- Set Collection — Achievements and monuments may require specific types or quantities of energy tokens to be deployed or bound.
- tile laying — Upgraded tiles are acquired and placed into the transmutation device, replacing existing ones.
- Track Advancement — Energy tokens are moved up Monument or Pillar tracks on the player board before being bound to the main board.
- Variable player powers — Players uncover asymmetric peekaboo powers and unique level III bridge tokens that provide distinct advantages.
- Worker Placement — Energy tokens are placed on the board to take actions or contribute to monument construction.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- When someone asks if you’re a god, you say yes!
- I’ll be teaching you how to play using the metal transmutation devices, because i’m fancy.
- If you have the spring-loaded metal device like a cool person, you could pull back and launch it into this cardboard corral…. and then pluck it with your fingers and put it somewhere on the main board.
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Video UIJ9xEWbzEk
Discussion at 1:34 sentiment: positive
video_pk 70411 · mention_pk 167366
Click to watch at 1:34 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Impressive production value with unique components like metal player boards.
- Gorgeous artwork and spot treatment on the board.
- Unique component interaction with the mechanical player boards.
- The designer's video guide for assembly is helpful.
Cons
- The assembly of the mechanical player boards is very time-consuming and complex.
- Box organization could be improved, with some components not fitting neatly.
- The core function of the mechanical boards is somewhat superfluous.
- Potential for mistakes during assembly that are difficult to undo.
Thematic elements
- Fantasy
Comparison games
- Raiders of the Lost Ark
- Feudum
- Terraforming Mars
- Voidfall
- Distilled
- The Nucleum
- GI Joe
- Hot Wheels
- Astra by Mind Clash
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Deck Building — The game incorporates deck building mechanics where tiles represent the deck.
- Dudes on a map — Players move pieces around the board.
- Monument building — Players compete to construct monuments on the board.
- resource spending — Players spend resources as part of gameplay.
- Set Collection — The game involves competing to complete constellations or monuments.
- tile laying — Players lay tiles into slots on the board.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- this is an uncommonly bad idea this stream right here
- player boards are metal and mechanical and they have to be assembled
- the output necessarily has decreased on the channel but oh we're focusing on on quality
- I'm not going to show this to you because it's anchored in here and I don't want to take it out but I'll I'll I'll MIM it for you
- If you can't afford an Elgato stream deck are so I thought which is like 300 bucks you buy Touch Portal which is like 15 bucks
- this is what you get when you get a video game developer goofing around with this stuff
- that's the whole shtick with this game It's All Coming Back to Me Now is to assemble these monuments
- Assembly required on the edge of it assembly instructions
- so you don't scratch up your table like certain child of mine did with the fork at age 4 and a half
- the function of the mechanical boards
- the reason they're magnetic is because they need to be that way
- these boards though you know the Highlight or the low light depending on where you're coming from because they're uh they're Bonkers
- Give generously cuz nobody should have to endure a fate like that
- This is the most riveting part of this video not like the rest hasn't been absolutely enthralling
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Video greoiFCemmc
Before You Play Playthrough
video_pk 69811 · mention_pk 166664
Pros
none
Cons
none
Thematic elements
none
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 failure was the fact that I I I ignored my third tier my third tier power ability yeah yeah when when I enter a new region I can fill in the top row of any two tiles
- I'm going to go ahead and put this out here on this side
- The only thing is neither of us went up on our track so zero for that
- I feel like I was doing it how could that possibly be true
- I think you tried to cheat with the inverting of the tiles
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Video greoiFCemmc
Before You Play Playthrough at 0:04 sentiment: positive
video_pk 69811 · mention_pk 222739
Click to watch at 0:04 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Expansion adds new characters and modules offering more strategic options.
- Multiple paths to victory through monuments, achievements, and the pilgrimage track.
- Character abilities provide unique playstyles and powers.
- The game offers good replayability with variable scoring cards and artifact play.
Cons
- The game can be complex with many rules and interactions, especially with expansions.
- Making suboptimal decisions early can hinder progress.
- The 'doubler token' mechanic is powerful and can significantly impact scoring.
Thematic elements
- Players take on the roles of gods trying to get mortals to believe in and praise them.
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- action selection — Players choose between 'advance' or 'take actions' on their turn, with actions requiring exhausting tiles from a 'transmutation device'.
- Area Control — Players place 'artifacts' on the main board to play 'folklore cards', with bonuses for occupying spaces already containing an artifact.
- point-to-point movement — Characters move on the board, and the pilgrimage track involves moving tokens along a path with forks and blockades.
- Resource conversion — Energy tiles are used for various actions, including deploying to monuments or sending to the pilgrimage board.
- Set Collection — Achievements require collecting specific combinations of symbols on 'transmuter tiles'.
- Variable player powers — Each of the two new characters (Valy Mode the Channeler and Konari the Entropic) have unique abilities tied to their mechanics.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- My failure was the fact that I I I ignored my third tier my third tier power ability yeah yeah when when I enter a new region I can fill in the top row of any two tiles
- I'm going to go ahead and put this out here on this side
- The only thing is neither of us went up on our track so zero for that
- I feel like I was doing it how could that possibly be true
- I think you tried to cheat with the inverting of the tiles
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Video t1kCOB7dpuU
Board Game Dad Top List at 4:57 sentiment: positive
video_pk 42414 · mention_pk 128756
Click to watch at 4:57 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Innovative energy mechanics with a strong trade-off
- Conveys elegant design through a simple, readable turn walk-through
Cons
none
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- binding and deploying energy — A balance must be struck between energy bound for points and energy available for actions.
- energy as a core resource — Represented by acrylic tiles; energy is deployed to perform actions but also bound to monuments for scoring.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- Everything about the design of this game is obvious. It's so intuitive how it works.
- Simultaneous worker placement. Simultaneous.
- I think that's a key identifier of a truly innovative game.
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Video 2YU8eAShqtw
Board Game Dad Review at 0:00 sentiment: positive
video_pk 36734 · mention_pk 110274
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Innovative conveyor mechanic provides a fresh feel and a clear design hook
- Strong tension between binding energy for points and using energy for actions creates engaging decision space
- Monument-based scoring links the resource economy to end-game goals in a thematic way
- Distinct visual and tactile language (energy tokens and monuments) reinforces the theme and helps gameplay readability
Cons
- Not explicitly discussed in transcript; no concrete drawbacks stated
Thematic elements
- Energy management as a core resource that drives both scoring and action execution, framed within a mythic, abstract setting.
- Immortal gods influence the physical realm by binding energy to a board featuring monuments.
- Abstract, cosmic fantasy
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Conveyor mechanism — A distinctive conveyor-like mechanic packages energy and action opportunities in a sequential flow; the designer explicitly highlights this as an innovative feature that shapes rollout and planning.
- Energy binding to board/monuments — Players bind energy to tiles and monuments; energy bound on the board contributes to end-game scoring and must be spent or allocated to actions. This creates a persistent resource that ties future scoring potential to current decisions.
- Engine Building: Triggered/Cascading — A distinctive conveyor-like mechanic packages energy and action opportunities in a sequential flow; the designer explicitly highlights this as an innovative feature that shapes rollout and planning.
- Monument-centric scoring — End-game scoring hinges on energy permanently bound to monuments; strategic timing of binding and the ability to sustain energy for actions throughout the game are central design drivers.
- Resource restock/replenishment — Players can restock their device to refresh energy, enabling more actions in later turns; this introduces pacing decisions about when to invest in restocking versus immediate action.
- Top vs bottom energy split — Energy on top of tiles is used for actions while energy below is spent to perform those actions; players must continuously balance short-term action needs with long-term scoring potential.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- The energy that you bind to the board in order to get points is also what you need to use in order to perform actions.
- Most of the time, players want that energy deployed to monuments.
- Therefore, in an age contrived, players must moderate the balance between bound energy for points and dispensable energy for actions.
- The fact that it comes packaged in a unique conveyor mechanic is what I call innovative.
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Video lP9G9dy8El4
Board Game Dad Rules Teach at 1:03 sentiment: positive
video_pk 34054 · mention_pk 101410
Click to watch at 1:03 · YouTube ↗
Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Budget-friendly approach with cheap supplies
- Clear, practical steps for beginners
- Highlights the importance of thinning paints and building thin layers
- Durable finish with sealer
Cons
- Initial primer method (zenithal) was attempted without proper primers
- Limited store and brands impacted material choices
- Some techniques (dry brushing on very small minis) may be less effective
Thematic elements
- Fantasy adventure with mythical figures
- Unknown fantasy board game setting referenced in video
- Single-creator tutorial narrative describing painting process for a specific game’s minis
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Base color blocking — Painting a single solid color to establish the base layer before highlighting
- Dry brush texture — Applying almost-dry paint with a dry brush to highlight textures
- Layer Building — Building lighter colors in steps to create depth
- Layered highlights — Building lighter colors in steps to create depth
- Shading with washes — Using diluted pigments to create shadows in recessed areas
- Wet palette technique — Keeping paints from drying by using a damp palette surface
- zenithal priming — Priming from a dark base with a lighter spray from above to simulate light sources
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- the most important thing you can do when painting miniatures is water down your acrylic paints
- you don't have to have absolute control over the paint you can let the brush add that bit of texture using its imperfections
- it's okay to use basic paints and brushes
- I ended up just retracing the exact same lines and I let the imperfections of the brush's bristles create the texture of the Rope
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Video TGYiZDEtcAA
The Board Game Garden Top 10 List at 25:07 sentiment: positive
video_pk 29445 · mention_pk 86436
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Unique, thought-provoking mechanism
- Large late-game payoff
Cons
- Overwhelming at first; learning curve
Thematic elements
- Top/bottom actions to craft buildings and powers
- Complex structure-building with tokens
- heavy, intricate euro
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- building construction with token actions — As buildings complete, additional actions unlock
- token placement on top/bottom spots — Choosing which token to place to perform an action
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- it's just such a fun game
- the look and aesthetic of this game I love so much
- I am obsessed with this game
- Village Vampire is absolutely fantastic
- Foundations of Metropolis is a nice, easy to travel version
- River of Gold is fantastic
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