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 – 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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Gen Con 2026 – Chip Theory Games

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

Chip Theory, as always, had lots of premium components on display in their games. The big beasts like Cloudspire, as a sort of tower defense strategy game, had some new expansions and they were showing some of the cool storage … Continue reading →

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Gen Con 2026 – AEG

Posted on August 23, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

When I think of Alderac Entertainment Group (or AEG, as you’ll see on the box cover), I tend to think of more lighthearted games with lots of player interaction or of several of their card-crafting games which have a bit … Continue reading →

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Gen Con 2026 – Upper Deck Entertainment

Posted on August 22, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

Back in the day, there was a curse on superhero games, none of them were ever any good. Fast forward a few decades and players are spoiled for choice. Do you like the DC Hero comics? Try Legendary: A DC … Continue reading →

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Gen Con 2026 – Ultra Pro Entertainment, Vango Toys, and Smart Games

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Matt J Carlson

One of my appointments allowed me to look at a wide variety of more lightweight mainstream titles along with a few items that started to lean closer to puzzles or activities. Vango Toys had two food-themed games present, Smack n … Continue reading →

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