This episode we have some game recommendations for a fan looking for games like Unmatched from Restoration Games. We also announce a new local partnership, geek out about a trip to the new Asmodee Canada office in Brantford, and share what we’ve been playing. We wrap up with three reviews: Marvel Dice Throne X-Men, Dawn, and Curses & Covens.
Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 281, was recorded on September 11th, 2025. We normally record Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop
Find full, detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep281/
Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.
(00:00:00) Checking In
(00:02:39) Ask the Bellhop
(00:15:50) The Bellhop's Tabletop
(00:28:54) The Game Room - Marvel Dice Throne X-Men
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Check out our previous Marvel Dice Throne Reviews:
On the blog: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/marvel-dice-throne/
On YouTube: https://youtu.be/n3gG4oIDlLk
(00:44:04) The Game Room - Dawn
You can pick up Dawn at Noble Knight https://www.nobleknight.com/P/2148136054/Dawn?awid=1091
Check out the Green Meadow Games Website https://greenmeadowgames.com/
Check out our review of Psychobabble another great social deduction game:
On the Blog: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/psychobabble/
On YouTube: https://youtu.be/ss-rNAyZbyg
(01:00:44) The Game Room - Curses & Covens
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Check out other games from Good Games Publishing: https://amzn.to/46Eo3gn
We’ve reviewed many of Good Games Publishings Games, check it out: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=%22good%20games%20publishing%22
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(01:14:45) Closing the Doors
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Brain Games
This episode we talk about board games to get you thinking, and games that are great to play with aging parents. We also share thoughts on trying some of the optional rules in Gnome Hollow and wrap up with two reviews: Courtisans and Santorini 2nd Edition.
Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 280, was recorded on September 3rd, 2025. We normally record Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop
Find full, detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep280/
Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.
(00:00:00) Checking In
(00:02:58) Ask The Bellhop
(00:31:38) The Bellhop's Tabletop
(00:39:34) The Game Room - Review of Courtisans
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Check out the Pandasaurus Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3I2Chyk
Other Pandasaurus Content on our Blog: https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=pandasaurus
(00:55:50) The Game Room - Review of Santorini 2nd ed
Buy Santorini 2nd Edition: https://amzn.to/3HOvQPp
Check out other games from Roxley, like the amazing Brass: https://amzn.to/42o7gvx
Check out our Marvel Dice Throne Review (another Roxley game we love): https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/marvel-dice-throne/
(01:05:56) Closing the Doors
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Catching up
This episode is all about catching up. Catching you up on the games we’ve been playing, talking about catch up mechanics in games and catching up on a long overdue review of the Riftlands expansion for Shadow Kingdoms of Valeria.
Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 279, was recorded on August 31st, 2025. We invite you to join us live on Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop
Find detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep279/
Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.
(00:00:00) Checking In
(00:02:14) Ask The Bellhop
(00:13:37) The Bellhop's Tabletop
(01:13:13) The Game Room - Review of Shadow Kingdoms of Valeria: Riftlands
Our Shadow Kingdoms of Valeria Preview: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/shadow-kingdoms-valeria/
Our Shadow Kingdoms of Valeria Review: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/shadow-kingdoms-of-valeria/
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Our Shadow Kingdoms of Valeria: Rise of Titans Review: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/shadow-kingdoms-of-valeria-rise-of-titans/
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(01:35:27) Closing the Doors
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Improv Night
We share our favourite tabletop games that involve improvisation as part of gameplay. To go with the topic, we review Oh Captain, My Captain from Simon & Schuster. We also review Emerald Skulls from Thunderworks and, of course, talk about the games we’ve been playing lately, including first thoughts on Courtisans and the new edition of Santorini.
Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 278, was recorded on June 25th, 2025. We’re on break, but starting back up in August when you can join us live on Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop
Find detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep278/
Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.
(00:00:00) Checking In
(00:02:14) Announcements
The Summoning has been rescheduled for August 23rd.
We are taking the month of July off from Podcasting. We should be back August 6th with a special Bellhop Birthday episode!
No Cookie Bar event in July, our next is scheduled for August 7th.
(00:04:04) Ask the Bellhop - Our Favourite Improv Games
(00:38:26) The Bellhop's Tabletop
(01:06:10) The Game Room - Review of Oh Captain, My Captain!
Grab Oh Captain, My Captain on Amazon: https://amzn.to/45Ok1lI
You may also want to check out For The Queen: https://amzn.to/45IcZyV
Check out other RPG stuff from James D’Amato: https://amzn.to/3GoGuvd
And James’ One Shot Podcast Network: https://oneshotpodcast.com/
(01:30:49) The Game Room - Review of Emerald Skulls
Pick up Emerald Skulls on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3TMaapd
Or check out the Swindler’s Chest at Thunderworks: https://thunderworksgames.com/products/swindlers-chest-emerald-skulls-goblin-vaults
We also love Cartographers Heroes from Thunderworks, check out our review: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/cartographers-heroes/
(01:49:59) Closing the Doors
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Grandmother's House
This episode we hope to help a fan find some new games to play with her grandkids. To go with this we’ve got two reviews from the new Queen games Family & Friends line, Star Explorer and Moonlight market. We’re also going to be sharing what we’ve been playing lately including first thoughts on Nana and another successful Walkerville Brewery game night.
Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 277, was recorded on June 18th, 2025. Join us live on Wednesdays at 8 PM EST at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop
For detailed show notes with links to everything we talk about in this episode: https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep277/
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(00:00:00) Checking In
(00:02:06) Announcements
We will be hosting the board game area at The Summoning, happening here in Windsor on July 26th. More info: https://stclairsaints.ca/tsc25
Big thanks to The Op for helping out Gwen’s Board Game Club!
(00:04:44) Ask The Bellhop
(00:27:09) The Bellhop's Tabletop
(00:40:52) The Game Room - Review of Star Explorer
Pick up Star Explorer from Noble Knight, https://www.nobleknight.com/P/2148309124/Star-Explorer-Family-and-Friends-Compact-Edition
Check out our review of Marrakesh, our favourite game from Queen, https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/marrakesh-review
(01:37) The Game Room - Review of Moonlight Market
Pick up Moonlight Market from Noble Knight, https://www.nobleknight.com/P/2148261499/Moonlight-Market
Check out our other Queen Games content, https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=queen%20games
(01:20:15) Closing the Doors
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