HeyJaredThe Fifth Meeple Board Game Podcast
A board games podcast featuring a group of diverse friends who offer their takes on the latest and greatest board games to hit their table and face them off 1v1 in the “Battle of the Funnest” Showdown.
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Episode 117: Mech vs Mech: Scythe vs Expeditions (opens the original)
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Two games, one universe, and a whole lot of mechs! This week we’re putting Scythe against Expeditions in a battle that pits a beloved strategy classic against its spiritual successor. Which one gives us the better experience at the table? There’s only one way to find out! Join us for this week's Battle of the Funnest Showdown! Episode 117: Mech vs Mech: Scythe vs Expeditions Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:08 What's on your table? 11:42 Scythe 34:28 Scythe: Collector's Corner 35:33 Scythe: Fin
Episode 116 (Mini): Soda Jerk (opens the original)
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In this mini episode, we’re heading behind the counter for a taste of Soda Jerk! We give you a quick rundown on how the game plays, what we enjoyed, and whether it deserves a spot at your next game night. Enjoy! Episode 116 (Mini): Soda Jerk Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Soda Jerk 02:08 Soda Jerk: The Good 09:31 Soda Jerk: The Bad 13:39 Soda Jerk: Collector's Corner 14:20 Soda Jerk: Final Scores Thanks for listening! Want to keep the conversation going? Reach out to us at thefifthmeeple@g
Episode 115: Small Box, Big Punch: Forest Shuffle vs Tenby (opens the original)
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This week we're proving that great board games don't need a giant box as Tenby and Forest Shuffle go head-to-head. From building up a seaside town in Tenby to creating powerful combinations of trees, animals, and wildlife in Forest Shuffle, both games give you plenty to think about without taking over your table. Which small-box game packs the biggest punch? Let's find out in this week's Battle of the Funnest Showdown! Episode 115: Small Box, Big Punch: Forest Shuffle vs Tenby Timestamps: 00:00
Episode 114 (Mini): Crokinole (opens the original)
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In this mini review, we’re taking a shot at Crokinole! We’ll talk about the gameplay, the skill, the flicking, and why this classic dexterity game continues to hit the mark! Episode 114 (Mini): Crokinole Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:56 Crokinole 02:25 Crokinole: The Good 07:13 Crokinole: The Bad 11:42 Crokinole: Collector's Corner 13:06 Crokinole: Final Scores Thanks for listening! Want to keep the conversation going? Reach out to us at thefifthmeeple@gmail.com—we’d love to hear your though
Episode 113: Streamlined: Sanctuary vs Terraforming Mars Ares Expedition (opens the original)
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In our latest battle episode, Sanctuary takes on Terraforming Mars Ares Expedition in a showdown of cards, tiles, engines, strategy, and tough decisions! Both games bring their own streamlined take on the engine-building experience, but which one delivers the better gameplay? Which has the more satisfying decisions? And most importantly… which game comes out on top? The pedigree of these two games come from board game royalty but only one can win this battle today! Join us as we break them down,
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