Growing up a Board Gamer

Gwen joins us again on the tabletop bellhop, this time sharing the favourite games she played growing up, including some great games you may want to share with your kids. After that we talk about the games we’ve been playing lately and we wrap up with two reviews: Survive the Island and Oros

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 271, was recorded on April 16th, 2025. Join us live on Wednesdays at 8 PM EST at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

For detailed show notes with links to everything we talk about in this episode: https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep271/

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:00) Checking in

(00:01:46) Ask The Bellhop

(00:45:51) A Message From Our Sponsor
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(00:47:02) The Bellhop's Tabletop

(01:21:23) The Game Room - Survive the Island
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(01:35:44) The Game Room - Oros
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(01:57:59) Closing the Doors

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