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The Long View - Empires: Age of Discovery Aug 28, 2016

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In this episode of The Long View, join first time contributor Ben Stroup and I as we discuss his favorite game Empires: Age of Discovery. What differences are there between this new edition and the original, Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery? What makes this worker placement game special and unique? What has made this title from 2007 stand the test of time? Ben and I discuss all of this and more in this episode of The Long View. The Long View is proudly sponsored by www.gamesurplus.com Go and see why they are my favorite online retailer and importer. Tell your story about a rare or hard to find game that you got at GameSurplus on Twitter using #gamesurplusimports4u and enter to win a free copy of Flick 'em Up!!

The Long View - Quick Looks #20 Aug 21, 2016

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In this episode of Quick Looks from The Long View, Elhannan Lloyd Keller and I discuss two new games. First up is Gold West from Tasty Minstrel Games. Is this game thematic? Is it a filler or a main course? Listen to hear our thoughts. Next, we discuss the newest hotness, and arguably the most anticipated game of the year, Scythe from Stonemaier Games. Is it even possible to live up to this much hype? What new ideas are offered in the game? How does it play at different player counts? We discuss these questions and more in this episode. The Long View is a proud member of The Dice Tower Network of podcasts. Go see what makes them so special! The Long View is proudly sponsored by www.gamesurplus.com Go see why they are always my first choice for online purchases. Check out their fantastic inventory of imports #gamesurplusimports4u

The Long View - Acquire Aug 06, 2016

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In this episode of The Long View, I'm pleased to be joined by first time contributor Gene-Paul Viking as we discuss his favorite game, Acquire, the venerable classic by designer Sid Sackson. How is it that a game from 1964 is still so well regarded that it's still rated in the top 200 in this age of the age of the "cult of the new"? What makes this game special? What challenges face new players? What are the best strategies to use? Listen to hear the answers to these questions and more from my special guest in this episode! The Long View is proudly sponsored by www.gamesurplus.com Go and check out what makes them so special, and listen to this episode to hear about a chance for a lucky listener to win a copy of Flick 'em Up! courtesy of the great folks at GameSurplus.com! The Long View is also a proud member of The Dice Tower Network. Go and check out all of the great sister podcasts in the Network!

The Long View - Quick Looks #19 Jul 14, 2016

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In this episode of Quick Looks from The Long View, Elhannan Lloyd Keller, Carter and I review three new titles. First up is 51st State: Master Set from Ignacy Trzewiczek. Is this an improvement over the original, or just a re-hash? How does it compare to Imperial Settlers, if at all. Listen to hear what we think of this new release. Next up is Fish Frenzy and Pi mal Pflaumen from Crash of Games. Are these games good for the family? Are they accessible and fun to play? Listen to hear our opinions of these new titles. The Long View is generously sponsored by www.gamesurplus.com, your first and best choice for online purchases. Thanks to them for their support! The Long View is also a proud member of The Dice Tower Network of podcasts. Go and see all that they have to offer at www.dicetower.com

The Long View - Food Chain Magnate Jul 06, 2016

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In this episode of The Long View, I'm thrilled to be joined by first time contributor Will Beckley and Elhannan Lloyd Keller as we discuss Will's favorite game Food Chain Magnate from Splotter Spellen. What makes this game so challenging to play and so enjoyable? Listen to hear our thoughts in this episode. The Long View is generously sponsored by www.gamesurplus.com, your first and best choice for online purchases. Thanks to them for their support! The Long View is also a proud member of The Dice Tower Network of podcasts. Go and see all that they have to offer at www.dicetower.com

The Long View - Quick Looks #18 Jun 29, 2016

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In this episode of Quick Looks from The Long View, Elhannan Lloyd Keller and I review two new titles! First up is My Village, from Stronghold Games. Is this game different enough from it's parent game Village to make it worth the trip? Travel was hard in those days, you know. Check out our review. Next up is Eminent Domain: Battlecruisers from Tasty Minstrel Games. Is this just another ho hum filler, or is it possible to have an interesting, multiplayer dueling game in only 10-20 minutes? What makes this game different from others in the genre? Listen to hear our thoughts! The Long View is a proud member of The Dice Tower Network of podcasts, and is also generously sponsored by www.gamesurplus.com, your first and best choice for online board gaming purchases. Thanks to them for their continued support!

The Long View - Lord of the Rings LCG Jun 21, 2016

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In this episode of The Long View, I'm pleased to be joined by Josh Walton, as we discuss his favorite game, The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game. Is this LCG still a vital part of the scene, or a sentimental favorite? What makes is unique? Has the power creep that seems to come to claim all collectable or living cards games slowly claimed and corrupted it like the power of The One Ring? Listen to hear our thoughts! The Long View is a proud member of The Dice Tower Network of podcasts. Go and check out all they have to offer including the fantastic sister podcasts in the Network! The Long View is also generously sponsored by www.gamesurplus.com Go and see why they are my first choice for online boardgaming purchases! Great people, great games, great prices!

Liberty or Death Long View Contest Winner! Jun 02, 2016

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In this special announcement from The Long View, the winner of the signed copy of Liberty or Death: The American Insurrection and the book Almost a Miracle is revealed. Thanks to everyone for their participation, and thanks to Harold Buchanan for the donation of the game, and GMT Games for publishing said awesome game! Thanks, of course, to YOU for listening!

The Long View - Navajo Wars May 23, 2016

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In this episode of The Long View, I'm pleased to be joined by none other than Derek Davis, Derek Davis, as we discuss the fascinating solo game Navajo Wars by GMT Games and designer Joel Toppen. Is this a game, a simulation, an experience or all of the above? What makes this title so unique? Does it offer a compelling look into the lives of the Navajo people, the Dine? Listen to hear our thoughts about this fascinating game. The Long View is a proud member of The Dice Tower Network, and is grateful to them for their support. The Long View is also generously sponsored by www.gamesurplus.com. Thanks to them for their support, and thanks to YOU for listening! The episode can be found here in the BGG database, through iTunes or Stitcher by subscription, or by following the link listed below.

The Long View - Quick Looks #17 May 11, 2016

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In this episode of Quick Looks from The Long View, I'm pleased to be joined once again by Elhannan Lloyd Keller as we review two new titles. First up is a new release from Stronghold Games and designer Carl Chudyk, Bear Valley. Is this another masterpiece from the mad genius of multi use card games? Tune in to hear our thoughts! Finally, we review a new title from Steve Finn and Dr. Finn's Games, Foragers. Is this another winner from the maker of Biblios? Listen to get our impressions of this interesting pick up and deliver game. Thanks to my sponsor, www.gamesurplus.com for their continued support of The Long View, thanks to Joel Eddy for his help with the show as always, and thanks, of course, to YOU for listening! If you enjoy the show, please consider checking out other great podcasts in The Dice Tower Network!

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