Andrew Smith

Origin Story Review We review Origin Story, a new trick taking game published by Stonemaier Games. Origin Story is a 1-5 player competitive tableau-building, trick-taking game played over 5 rounds.

A game that attempts to take players on a journey by weaving together simple trick taking with more complex engine/tableau-building. Check out Brand's review of Origin Story from @stonemaiergames.com www.boardgamequest.com/origin-story... #boardgames

I don’t really listen to movie soundtracks often. But this is an exception.

Still so much to do. Don’t have all the keepsakes or familiars or incantations.

Hades 2 credits finally reached… night 42 of all nights..

Got to see it in 70mm IMA yesterday. Neck and neck with sinners for my fav of the year. Need to see it a couple more times

I go my first and second defeat of Chronos today. This game is just outstanding.

I want to see this one. Not just because my massive crush on Adria Arjona. Unfortunately middle Indiana isn’t getting any showings nearby.

As soon as you get used to it they will be middle school and it kinda starts all over..

shorts and hoodie confirmed the best outfit known to humankind

Demolition man has guns on bith sides to control the flippers. And regular buttkns If you just were lame. pinside.com/pinball/mach...

Trying to decide between seeing this today or seeing Weapons a second time...

Gen Con 2025 Recap – The Games, News, and Staff Picks Gen Con has come and gone. All four days were sold out before the con even started and on Thursday, the dealer hall was PACKED. When you were hungry, lines to the food trucks were massive and…

Check out the BGQ Gen Con wrap. I shouted out some upcomng/new games from @allplay.bsky.social and @capstone-games.com

www.boardgamequest.com/gen-con-2025...

Not that I saw. Just the Nile and Colorado maps

My hot game of Gen Con was Barrage. Rushed into the hall Thursday morning to get it like it was somehow going to sell out. But glad I did...

And big tech company bros being the ones to reap the rewards regardless of the outcome is accurate, even if it’s not very subtle.

Had a similar reaction. And the more I sat with it and had/seen/read discussions about the more I liked it.

At the very least it’s original and thrilling. And I think the idea of people’s convictions being subject to manipulation or just not being deeply held certainly has its place.

Yeah I think over a rewatch or two Years may go up.

Interesting. I enjoyed it but was mostly disappointed. But 28 days later holds a very special place in my heart.

Spoiled that I'm 45 minutes from one of the 10 places in the world showing it on 70mm film. But, yes, it benefits from the format.

First work trip in a decently long while tomorrow. Luckily just a drive down to Columbus. Not really looking forward to it, maybe I'll get some Jeni's anyway...

YouTube video by WFUV Public Radio Laura Marling - "Caroline" (Live at WFUV)

My favorite song from one of my favorite albums last year. But just watching one person with a guitar making that kind of sound so nonchalantly just amazes me...

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Really enjoyed it too.

Thanks for sharing! I enjoyed the movie mostly as pretty pictures on the screen.

The self-referential, artist gotta get paid by the man stuff is certainly laid on thick. And doesn't really land.

Lunar owls man… Diggins-Smith and Collier are top tier.

Spent a very lovely 3.5 hours watching The Brutalist. It’s gorgeous and well acted. Gonna have to sit with this one for a bit though.

30 seconds of thinking, max. Then just play on vibes.

Glad I checked the comments before revisiting the Mel Gibson period piece.

Finca Review We review Finca, a euro game published by Pandasaurus Games. In Finca, you’ll use your farmers to acquire produce then deliver it where those goods are needed.

A great lightweight euro that feels classic but also has enough of a wrinkle to make it stand out from other games. Andrew reviews Finca from @pandasaurus.bsky.social www.boardgamequest.com/finca-review/ #boardgames

Favs albums from the year that fit this vibe…
Waxahatchee - Tiger’s Blood
Cola - Pulling Quotes
MJ Lenderman - Manning Fireworks
Mannequin Pussy - I Got Heaven