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Board game nerd and writer for The Outerhaven
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#Cyberpunk2077 #TCG
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Cyberpunk 2077 TCG Reportedly in Development: Here’s Everything We Know So Far
The Cyberpunk 2077 trading card game is officially revealed through IGN’s first-look trailer. Here’s everything we know so far while we wait for the Kickstarter launch.
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December 10, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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#Starlinggames #Everdell
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Everdell: Emerland Launches on Kickstarter - New Realm, New Mechanics, and a Massive Deal for Collectors
Everdell: Emerland has launched on Kickstarter, introducing a new jungle realm from James & Clarissa A. Wilson. A standalone adventure with fresh mechanics and stunning art.
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December 10, 2025 at 7:38 AM
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#MTG #MTGxMarvel #Marvel
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Wizards of the Coast Reveals First Look at Magic: The Gathering - Marvel Super Heroes
Wizards of the Coast unveils the first look at Magic: The Gathering | Marvel Super Heroes, a massive crossover set bringing iconic Marvel heroes and villains into Magic gameplay. Launches June 26, 202...
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December 10, 2025 at 6:50 AM
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One of my new favorite TCG's.
#Alteredtcg #Asmodee #Equinoxgames
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Altered TCG Review – A Fresh, Vibrant Adventure in the TCG World
Altered TCG blends expeditions, goals, and storybook art into a fresh, non-combat trading card game. Here’s how it plays and why it stands out.
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December 7, 2025 at 6:07 AM
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#MTG #SecretLair #Monsterhunter
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Secret Lair × Monster Hunter: Great IP, Weak Drop - Fans Disappointed by Cash-Grab Feel
Magic: The Gathering’s Secret Lair x Monster Hunter collab launches to mixed reception as fans criticize weak card choices, low value, and missed thematic potential.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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Why the 2006 Eragon Movie Failed – And What Disney MUST Avoid This Time
#Eragon #Failedmovie
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Why the 2006 Eragon Movie Failed - And What Disney MUST Avoid This Time
The 2006 Eragon movie failed for many reasons-rushed pacing, poor worldbuilding, weak character arcs, and odd creative choices. Here’s what Disney must avoid.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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Disney’s Live-Action Eragon Reboot Still in Development – Here’s What We Know #Eragon #DisneyPlus #Reboot
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Disney’s Live-Action Eragon Reboot Still in Development
A live-action Eragon reboot is still in development at Disney. Here’s what we know so far-including updates, Paolini’s involvement, and a refresher on the story.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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#TheWitcher #OldWorld #Beastiaruim
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Bestiary App Brings Fresh Hunts to The Witcher: Old World
Go On Board releases Bestiary, a free companion app for The Witcher: Old World, adding new monster behaviors, pre-fight story events, and atmospheric audio. Available now on iOS and Android.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:03 AM
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#AwakenRealms #DragonEclipse #TheGrandQuest
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Dragon Eclipse: The Grand Quest Hits Gamefound on November 2nd
Awaken Realms launches Dragon Eclipse: The Grand Quest on Gamefound on November 2nd, expanding their popular 1–2 player tactical adventure.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:02 AM
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#AwakenRealms #DragonEclipse
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Dragon Eclipse Review - A Co-Op Adventure Forged in Fire and Moonlight
Dragon Eclipse is Awaken Realms’ 1–2 player tactical adventure, with creature taming, lane-based combat, and streamlined exploration into a co-op experience.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:01 AM
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#AIinGaming #Gamingindustry
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Let AI Review Their Own Games: Why the Gaming Industry Needs Humans More Than Ever
AI is replacing developers, writers, and even reviewers-but should machines make and judge games? A bold look at why gaming must stay human-driven.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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#Boardgames #HolidayGiftGuide #HolidayGaming #Christmas2025 #GiftIdeas2025
Top Board Games of the 2025 holiday season are HERE.
From Brass & Ark Nova to Everdell & ISS Vanguard - find your next obsession.
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The Top Board Games to Play (or Gift) This Holiday Season
Discover the best holiday board games from top-rated strategy titles and epic co-op campaigns to must-have family games and party favorites. Perfect gift ideas and what to play this season.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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#Riftbound #Spiritforged #Riot #TCGnews
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Riftbound: Spiritforged Expansion Announced
Riot announces Spiritforged, Riftbound’s first major expansion, featuring 221 new cards, 12 Legends, and new Gold, Equip, and Overnumbered mechanics.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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#MagicTheGathering #MonsterHunter #SecretLair #TCGNews
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Magic: The Gathering Announces Secret Lair x Monster Hunter Superdrop Arriving December 1 | The Outerhaven
Magic: The Gathering teams up with Capcom for a Secret Lair x Monster Hunter Superdrop, featuring iconic monsters and hunters this December.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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@cdprojektred.com #TheWitcher
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The Witcher: Legacy Announces Campaign Date and Full Language Lineup
The Witcher: Legacy launches on Gamefound November 25, offering a global multi-language release and a narrative-driven legacy campaign set in the Witcher universe.
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November 15, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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#boardgames #starlinggames #stonemaiergames #thewitcheroldworld #glasscannongames #awakenrealms
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The Price of Perfection: Is Deluxe Gaming Killing Accessibility?
Deluxe board games keep getting pricier - yet the hobby’s growing faster than ever. Here’s why luxury isn’t killing accessibility, it’s fueling it.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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#Everdell #everdellsilverfrost #Starlinggames #Tycoongames
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Everdell: Silverfrost Review - The Frost Never Felt So Warm
Everdell: Silverfrost review – A standalone board game from Starling Games blending classic Everdell gameplay with a beautiful winter theme.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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#Starlinggames #Stonemaiergames #Boardgames
The Strategy Renaissance: Why Board Games Are Outsmarting Video Games
Screens are everywhere, but strategy is coming back to the table…
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November 7, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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#Nemesis #Triology #AwakenRealms
The Nemesis Trilogy – The Fear That Redefined Tabletop Horror
The Nemesis Triology - When Nemesis first launched in 2018, it didn’t just join the horror genre - it set a new standard for tabletop games.
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November 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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#Nemesis #Retaliation #AwakenRealms
Nemesis: Retaliation Review - The Dark Side Of Mars
Nemesis: Retaliation reimagines the Nemesis formula through the lens of an action-horror finale.
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November 1, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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#Nemesis #AwakenRealms
Nemesis: Lockdown Review - The Dark Side Of Mars
Nemesis: Lockdown, Awaken Realms sequel in their hit horor game series, gives you the same feel as Nemesis but in a secret facility on Mars.
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November 1, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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#Nemesis #Awakenrealms
Nemesis (2018) Review – Terror in the Void of Space
Nemesis, Awaken Realms’ 2018 massive hit, perfectly fused cinematic tension with brutal semi-cooperative gameplay.
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October 30, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Gloomhaven Review – The Dungeon-Crawler That Redefined the Genre
Gloomhaven is a cooperative dungeon-crawler where players control mercenaries completing tactical missions across an evolving world map.
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October 28, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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The Witcher: Old World Review – Become a Witcher and Hunt Monsters in the Old World. | The Outerhaven
The Witcher: Old World is a board game done by Go On Board that has you becoming your own Witcher in the world of The Witcher.
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October 24, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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@stonemaiergames.com
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Scythe Review – A Masterpiece of Art and Mechanics | The Outerhaven
Scythe is a beautiful tabletop game published by Stonemaier Games. It is all about rebuilding a fallen district under your control.
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October 23, 2025 at 4:16 PM