Author Archives: Matt J Carlson

About Matt J Carlson

Dad, Gamer, Science Teacher, Youth Pastor... oh and I have green hair. To see me "in action" check out Dr. Carlson's Science Theater up on Youtube...

Gen Con 2026 – Cephalofair Games, Dara Studios, Pegasus Spiel, Pine Box Entertainment

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

Sometimes I’m lucky enough to give a game a good demo, as I did with Cephalofair’s card drafting Mercenaries Wanted. Of course, having played the original game I didn’t necessarily need to take the new Buttons & Bugs expansions for … Continue reading →

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Gen Con 2026 – Hobby Japan, Korea Board Games, Playte, Whales Entertainment

Posted on September 5, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

It’s always fun to see what sorts of games are coming out of other countries. Hobby Japan is back with Strange Slot Simulator, a fast playing game where players attempt to guess the distribution of cards in several different decks. … Continue reading →

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Gen Con 2026 – Asmodee Part 2

Posted on September 3, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

The Asmodee train keeps on going. Let’s talk about Maestro Media and their base-building-attacking Clash of Clans, soon to be followed by a Clash Royal lane battler. They have a (sorta Unmatched-like) Disney themed battle game, Sky Arena Duel, a … Continue reading →

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Gen Con 2026 – Asmodee Part 1

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

Lets face it, there a LOT of publishers joined together under the Asmodee label. Just swing by the Asmodee booth(s) in the dealer hall and it’s pretty obvious. So much so that we’ll be diving into Asmodee titles for at … Continue reading →

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Gen Con 2026 – Renegade Game Studios

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

Renegade Game Studios continues to fire on all cylinders to bring classic (mostly army/fantasy) boardgame titles back into print while pushing forward with some of their IP licensing. The classic worker placement Lords of Waterdeep is out along with its expansion, … Continue reading →

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Gen Con 2026 – CGE

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

Czech Games Edition had its traditional gaming room across the hall (and upstairs) from the main Gen Con dealer hall. In it was a world of wonders showing off many of their best games. I especially appreciate when they create … Continue reading →

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