Archive - Don't Eat the Meeples

February 2025

10 great trick-taking and climbing games from 2024

Plus, 10 honorable mentions — because, well, why not?

Feb 26 •

Matt Montgomery

What I've been playing lately

Reflecting on The Lord of the Rings in board game form, Eternal Decks, Fromage and Twinkle Twinkle

Feb 19 •

Matt Montgomery

Four tips for self-publishing your game with designer Chris Wray

Plus: A look at six self-published trick-taking games designed by Chris Wray.

Feb 12 •

Matt Montgomery

Why trick-taking campaign games work

Why are games like The Crew and The Fellowship of the Ring: Trick-Taking Game so successful?

Feb 5 •

Matt Montgomery

January 2025

Eight great games from 2024

These eight games showcase the way board games push boundaries to create new experiences.

Jan 29 •

Matt Montgomery

A guide to setting board game goals

It's never too late to set your board game intentions for the year.

Jan 22 •

Matt Montgomery

15 games from 2024 on my to-play list

It turns out, there's still a lot from 2024 that I haven't played.

Jan 15 •

Matt Montgomery

Taking a look back at another great year for board gaming.

Jan 8 •

Matt Montgomery

December 2024

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