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Category: Tabletop Games

‘Star Wars Villainous: Cold Tactics’ Adds Count Dooku and Admiral Thrawn To The Series

August 6, 2025August 18, 2025Michael Knight

The Star Wars universe has some incredible heroes. However, what makes them great are some very evil villains. In fact, some of the greatest science fiction villains of all time are those from “a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away.” Seven years ago, a new game was released that let players take […]

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Get in the Game With ‘Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV’

July 23, 2025July 22, 2025Z

With its classic couch co-op and robust online and GameShare support, ‘Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV’ is a perfect example of how the Nintendo Switch can serve as a family entertainment hub, just like the consoles of old.

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Davy Jones and Tamatoa Join ‘Disney Villainous’ in ‘Treacherous Tides’

July 21, 2025July 20, 2025Michael Knight

Everyone loves heroes. However, heroes would be pretty dull, or not even heroes at all, if it were not for the villains. Some of the greatest villains of all time are the Disney Villains. Seven years ago a new game was released that let players take on the roles of  these villains. In Disney Villainous, […]

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‘Neopets Battledome Trading Card Game’ From Upper Deck

July 14, 2025July 17, 2025Will James

‘Neopets Battledome Trading Card Gam’e from Upper Deck is a new TCG based on the Neopets universe.

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Kickstarter Quick Picks: ‘Hardwar’

July 11, 2025July 10, 2025Paul Benson

A tiny wargame with big table presence.

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‘MicroMacro Kids: Crazy City Park’

July 10, 2025July 9, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Find the clues and solve the cases!

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‘Garden Variety’ Provides Interesting Twist on Trick-Taking

July 3, 2025July 2, 2025Rob Huddleston

Trick-taking games are having a moment, and ‘Garden Variety’ provides some interesting twists on the genre that definitely makes it worth looking at.

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Find Fame in ‘FlipToons’

July 1, 2025July 1, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Everyone wants to be the next big breakout cartoon—assemble the best cast of characters and find fame!

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Find Familiar Spirits Debuts ‘Quests End NPC’ Whiskey

June 25, 2025Paul Benson

A new, more accessible Quest’s End whiskey.

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Crowdfunding Roundup

A Conversation with Kickstarter and Crowdfunding Tabletop Roundup

June 25, 2025June 24, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

A conversation with Asher McClennahan, the new head of games at Kickstarter, and a roundup of tabletop projects!

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Deep Regrets’

June 24, 2025Paul Benson

Now’s your chance to get the sold out Lovecraftian fishing game!

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Red Dog Junction’

June 20, 2025June 20, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

You’ve got a ship, a crew, and a dream—but so does everyone else. Who will be able to take home the most gold?

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State of the Game: ‘Marvel: Crisis Protocol’

June 13, 2025June 12, 2025Paul Benson

Things are looking good for MCP.

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Rewild: South America’

May 31, 2025May 30, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Build biomes and populate them with flora and fauna to rewind a damaged landscape.

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‘A Gentle Rain’: A Relaxing Puzzle Game

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Calm your brain at this quiet lake.

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Whisker Wars’

May 15, 2025May 14, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

The king has vanished and the noble houses are battling for the throne! Oh, and they’re all animals.

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: Defeat the ‘River Rats’ with Cooperative Poker

May 15, 2025May 7, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

The River Rats hold all the wealth—but can you work together to drive them into debt? What Is River Rats? River Rats is a cooperative poker-based game for 1 to 4 players, ages 10 and up, and takes about  20–30 minutes to play. It’s currently seeking funding on Kickstarter, with a pledge level of €15 […]

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: The Return of ‘Whale Riders’

May 9, 2025May 8, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Whale Riders travel up and down the Ice Coast to trade, and with the coming winter, there’s time for one more trip before everything freezes over.

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‘I Cast Fireball’—The Family-Friendly D&D Podcast You Deserve

April 30, 2025April 30, 2025Rory Bristol

‘I Cast Fireball’ is an ad-free and family-friendly actual-play D&D 5e podcast which features some of the kindest people in media today. Read on to learn about this exceptional production.

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Fú: Festive Fortunes’

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Celebrate Lunar New Year with tasty snacks and red envelopes!

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Can You Beat the Odds and “Flip 7”?

April 23, 2025April 23, 2025Paul Benson

Flip 7 is a great take on push your luck games.

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Earth: Animal Kingdom’

April 22, 2025April 22, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Expand your options for ‘Earth’ by introducing animals that will interact with the flora and terrain.

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Solar Titans’

April 16, 2025April 15, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Assemble your capital ship and engage in space battle in this deck-building game.

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Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Dealers in Hope’

April 15, 2025April 15, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Factions compete for territory in a world wrecked by climate change.

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GeekDad Game of the Year 2024 Winner

Announcing the 2024 GeekDad Game of the Year

April 14, 2025April 12, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

We’re excited to announce the winner of the 2024 GeekDad Game of the Year!

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Reaping the Rewards: Place Your Bets on ‘Emerald Skulls’

April 4, 2025April 28, 2026Jonathan H. Liu

Gather ’round, inmates: Nargash the goblin invites you to join his gambling ring: time to roll them bones!

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Gamefound Tabletop Alert: Dungeons & Lasers VII ‘Porthaven’ Campaign

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025Paul Benson

Set sail with these fantastical fantasy minis!

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The Rebirth of Trick-Taking Games

March 31, 2025March 29, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Trick-taking is a classic genre of card games—and hobby gamers are taking notice!

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Lead the French Resistance of WWII in ‘War Story: Occupied France’

March 28, 2025March 26, 2025Michael Knight

‘War Story: Occupied France’ is a cooperative or solo narrative game set during World War II in Nazi-controlled France where players lead covert operatives of the French Resistance.

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Jonathan standing and teaching Finspan to five players around a round table at GameStorm 25. Photo: Michael O'Connell

Gaming with GeekDad at GameStorm 25

March 27, 2025April 30, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Some reflections on GameStorm 25, which took place in Portland, Oregon, last weekend.

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