The best phrase of all the videos so far is from David at 1:33: "We are probably between 90 and an Hour and a Half" :p Thanks for the review, this is one of my most anticipated games from this year :)
Great overview! Terraforming Mars is an instant classic; my son (24 yrs old) and I (54) LOVE playing this game, and highly recommend it. HOWEVER, upgrading to aftermarket player mat frames is ESSENTIAL (but well worth it; we prefer the plexiglass type from GameBoost). Regarding Man vs Meeple: I really appreciate the incredibly high production values, accuracy, and professionalism you guys bring. THE best channel of its kind on the net. Keep up the great work.
I am in the middle of Kim Stanley Robinson's Mars Trilogy right now, and it makes me ache to play this game! Thanks for another great review, and congrats on such an awesome sponsor!
Hey guys! I appreciate the detailed and well-edited review. Definitely got me convinced to pick up this game whenever its available in my area. =) Just wanna say also, I'm a long time fan. Drakkenstrike's Components Breakdown was THE review show that got me wildly interested in board games. You have no idea how many games I've bought on account of those videos. I was bummed to see this channel down for a couple of years. Now you're back and stepped the quality WAY up a notch. I'm very enthusiastic to see the new coverage you all have to offer! Keep up the excellent work!
Solid review guys! Very steady in sound and presentation. Like the add-on card information like this. simple and clean, not too much fading and incoming effects. Game looks great, but indeed not consistent high quality. Stronghold can really make a step at that. Mechanics looking awesome, maybe little getting used to, but challenging!
Corporate Era cards make the game have so many more paths, but much longer. It took my wife and I almost three hours! Great game though and you guys highlighted it well. Nicely done gents!
Another excellent review. I have been dying for a solid video review of this game since I hesitated on dropping the $70 asking price at GenCon but I'm glad to see you guys liked it so much. Always good to see your hopes vindicated!
Videos keep getting better and better. Appreciate all of your work. Production quality is really showing. This game definitely looks good. I love that it's put together in Indiana. I think this game would work with one of my game groups. I love the theme as well.
Do you have any concerns about the paint on the metallic colored cubes flaking off? I haven't held any. Only seen pictures, but that's the first thing that comes to mind when I see them on videos.
Great production guys. This is definitely on my wish-list. Out of stock everywhere online. I like how you show other games around the shelves. I noticed one called Roll Player. Though I saw something like that on a KS or something but didn't view because there are just too many games on KS to keep track of.
Great review and overview as always. This was on my radar for a while since I really enjoy what Stronghold Games puts out but you two pushed me into the buy category.
I just spent the most frustrating afternoon of my life playing this game, only to watch this video and realize we were playing it wrong...... I swear we read the rule book for an hour before we started and still messed it up. At least we have you guys to help us get it right!
Came hear to see what you guys thought of this game originally. It is a favorite in my group, but I absolutely won't play it without the player board overlays that I bought for each player (those alone set me back $50). The components in this game do not live up to the quality of the game itself. My board also began to crack after the first play. All that being said, it's a joy to play. I cannot count how many times I have played it and each instance felt very different. What an amazing design. It is a crying shame that there isn't a deluxe version. If any game deserves a makeover, it's Terraforming Mars.
Nice review and great show format- just found your channel recently and will continue to watch. I was very excited for this game but the inconsistent artwork, player boards layouts (please don't sneeze, anyone) and cubes that I've heard chip & flake too easily keep me hoping for a revised second edition in the near future. The simple truth is, there are so many good games being released that TM had to be a strong cut above the rest and didn't quite make it there for this player.
Wow! I am so pumped about this one!!! Please ask the publisher to give a copy away (so I can try to have a steal ;) ). Gorgeous pieces and the theme... !!!! The inner nerd in me is so excited!!!!!!! Thanks again for the review!
Great Review guys! Could you make a Review of the new version of ''Fire & Axe: A Viking Saga? It is abit costely and I don't really know if I should put my money on it. Have looked on some reviews but you are the guys that I trust most with these boardgame questions. Cheers!
***** It is abit of a more Historical Viking game which looks really interesting to me, there are not that many reviews of it out there. Would be awesome! Cheers man!
It is tough to argue with this review at all. I have only played it solo so far, but I really enjoy it. I completely agree about the player boards, though. They are problematic, at best. It is a shame that those are so cheaply made, but everything else looks really good. Nice review.
+Man Vs Meeple The main thing that was 'jarring' to me was the colour palette and the font choice of the cards/board clashing with the other art (but I see what you're saying). Here's to hoping it does well enough for a 2nd edition :) and awesome review!
+David Waybright . I do - I love Imperial settlers, la granja, terra mystica and caverna. This seems like it belongs in their vague area. I also solo when no friends are available as I sold all my video gaming stuff to fund a board game collection so this seems pretty much perfect!
Played this today with 5 players. The graphic design is a mess, awful. Its like buying a car with red metal doors a plastic brown roof and cardboard wheels. The game itself is meh, the hype train is not justified for this game. It needs some mechanic tweaks to make it flow better and the theme is somewhere, but I couldn't find it.
the cards and components look great, but the player boards are purely a bore and the cubes sliding all over the mat is never fun. they should have upgraded the cardstock for the player mats with cube cut outs to hold your stats in place.. I've already bought the other 2 mars games, so i think i will pass for now on this one. Good show fellas, im subbed.
Another excellent review. I have been dying for a solid video review of this game since I hesitated on dropping the $70 asking price at GenCon but I'm glad to see you guys liked it so much. Always good to see your hopes vindicated!
The best phrase of all the videos so far is from David at 1:33:
"We are probably between 90 and an Hour and a Half" :p
Thanks for the review, this is one of my most anticipated games from this year :)
^^^^^
Oh Paulo, always finding goofs! ;-)
I can't turn it off... it's a curse!! :p
With great power...
He chuckles immediately after saying that. Have a feeling he noticed.
well produced show guys. I really enjoy the format and use of images.
Hands down the best board game channel there is. You guys are taking this thing to a new level with the set, the quality and awesome commentary.
Great review!
Ed: 6:23 Hmm I thought Golds are 10, Silver are 5s and bronze are1s?
Great overview! Terraforming Mars is an instant classic; my son (24 yrs old) and I (54) LOVE playing this game, and highly recommend it. HOWEVER, upgrading to aftermarket player mat frames is ESSENTIAL (but well worth it; we prefer the plexiglass type from GameBoost).
Regarding Man vs Meeple: I really appreciate the incredibly high production values, accuracy, and professionalism you guys bring. THE best channel of its kind on the net. Keep up the great work.
I am in the middle of Kim Stanley Robinson's Mars Trilogy right now, and it makes me ache to play this game! Thanks for another great review, and congrats on such an awesome sponsor!
I recommend Ben Bova!
Political and realistic (albeit extrapolated from current science) Sci-Fi at its finest!
Hey guys! I appreciate the detailed and well-edited review. Definitely got me convinced to pick up this game whenever its available in my area. =)
Just wanna say also, I'm a long time fan. Drakkenstrike's Components Breakdown was THE review show that got me wildly interested in board games. You have no idea how many games I've bought on account of those videos. I was bummed to see this channel down for a couple of years. Now you're back and stepped the quality WAY up a notch. I'm very enthusiastic to see the new coverage you all have to offer!
Keep up the excellent work!
Solid review guys! Very steady in sound and presentation. Like the add-on card information like this. simple and clean, not too much fading and incoming effects. Game looks great, but indeed not consistent high quality. Stronghold can really make a step at that. Mechanics looking awesome, maybe little getting used to, but challenging!
Came here after hearing you on Paul Grogan's podcast. Really impressed with the quality production. And a great game to boot!
Corporate Era cards make the game have so many more paths, but much longer. It took my wife and I almost three hours! Great game though and you guys highlighted it well. Nicely done gents!
Another excellent review. I have been dying for a solid video review of this game since I hesitated on dropping the $70 asking price at GenCon but I'm glad to see you guys liked it so much. Always good to see your hopes vindicated!
Great production and thoughtful discussion -- winning formula! Great job. Subscribed.
i thought the gold were 10, silver were 5, and bronze was 1??
Videos keep getting better and better. Appreciate all of your work. Production quality is really showing.
This game definitely looks good. I love that it's put together in Indiana. I think this game would work with one of my game groups. I love the theme as well.
Great review! Can I ask where The Grizzled poster is from? I was wondering the same thing about the Eclipse poster you had up previously...
Nice work, just discovered you guys today. I am impressed.
Do you have any concerns about the paint on the metallic colored cubes flaking off? I haven't held any. Only seen pictures, but that's the first thing that comes to mind when I see them on videos.
Great production guys. This is definitely on my wish-list. Out of stock everywhere online. I like how you show other games around the shelves. I noticed one called Roll Player. Though I saw something like that on a KS or something but didn't view because there are just too many games on KS to keep track of.
Great review and overview as always. This was on my radar for a while since I really enjoy what Stronghold Games puts out but you two pushed me into the buy category.
Very nice and thorough review.
Jeremy, you have used the word "unique" at least 5 times (I counted 6 in total). Is it your favourite word? :D
the quality of the show is amazing. i really enjoy that. thanks guys and keep going
I just spent the most frustrating afternoon of my life playing this game, only to watch this video and realize we were playing it wrong...... I swear we read the rule book for an hour before we started and still messed it up. At least we have you guys to help us get it right!
Came hear to see what you guys thought of this game originally. It is a favorite in my group, but I absolutely won't play it without the player board overlays that I bought for each player (those alone set me back $50). The components in this game do not live up to the quality of the game itself. My board also began to crack after the first play.
All that being said, it's a joy to play. I cannot count how many times I have played it and each instance felt very different. What an amazing design. It is a crying shame that there isn't a deluxe version. If any game deserves a makeover, it's Terraforming Mars.
Fantastic production....easily my favorite review show now!
in the published rulebook.. the cards that are not bought by players are discarded (not passed to the next player).. am I correct?
Nice review and great show format- just found your channel recently and will continue to watch.
I was very excited for this game but the inconsistent artwork, player boards layouts (please don't sneeze, anyone) and cubes that I've heard chip & flake too easily keep me hoping for a revised second edition in the near future. The simple truth is, there are so many good games being released that TM had to be a strong cut above the rest and didn't quite make it there for this player.
I can indeed see the potential (and the need, almost) for after market pimping products... The Eclipse style trays for instance.
Wow! I am so pumped about this one!!! Please ask the publisher to give a copy away (so I can try to have a steal ;) ). Gorgeous pieces and the theme... !!!! The inner nerd in me is so excited!!!!!!! Thanks again for the review!
Hey, I'll just have to buy it ;). Thanks again for the review :D
Another one that wasn't really on my radar. Looks pretty solid. Thanks for the ping!
Great review, great show as usual. Keep it up guys
Great Review guys! Could you make a Review of the new version of ''Fire & Axe: A Viking Saga? It is abit costely and I don't really know if I should put my money on it. Have looked on some reviews but you are the guys that I trust most with these boardgame questions. Cheers!
*****
It is abit of a more Historical Viking game which looks really interesting to me, there are not that many reviews of it out there. Would be awesome! Cheers man!
Looks interesting, though I'm a little iffy on the components
I wanted to play this before....but now I really want to play this.
How well does this game play as a 2 player game?
Does anyone know where and when this game is available?
It is tough to argue with this review at all. I have only played it solo so far, but I really enjoy it.
I completely agree about the player boards, though. They are problematic, at best. It is a shame that those are so cheaply made, but everything else looks really good.
Nice review.
Absolutely great looking game. Thanks for the review!
Love the art but it seems to clash with the graphic design?
+Man Vs Meeple The main thing that was 'jarring' to me was the colour palette and the font choice of the cards/board clashing with the other art (but I see what you're saying). Here's to hoping it does well enough for a 2nd edition :) and awesome review!
I played it solo in 60 to an hour. :P
Great job. Like the review and the video.
I really want this game but I can't find it anywhere
Good job Stephen?
If this game gets better quality components, I will buy this game the day it comes out.
Nicely done. Subbed.
I can't wait until this gets released to the public I got to play a copy that my friend brought from Gen Con. great game.
great review guys.
wow... lovely game... must have this one! :) nice review too! :)
Hands down the best game ever. Thanks for a great review. : )
one more for the wishlist I think!
+David Waybright . I do - I love Imperial settlers, la granja, terra mystica and caverna. This seems like it belongs in their vague area. I also solo when no friends are available as I sold all my video gaming stuff to fund a board game collection so this seems pretty much perfect!
From this presentation, I'm unsure what makes this game special besides the variety of cards and possibly theme.
Cool. Thanks for commenting. I'm enjoying the new show! Keep it up!
"We were between 90 and an hour and a half."
ummm....
i really want this game but man oh man is it ugly. if it's really good i may just have to give it a design/illustration overhaul
The theme of this game is something targeted directly at me, but unfortunately the graphic design makes me cringe.
Need this one :)
The gameplay looks good, but for some reason, whether it's the art or the graphic design, I have no desire to pick this up.
I agree. I have played it once at a game shop, and I really didn't enjoy it. The graphics on the cards are not for me.
Great review!
Played this today with 5 players. The graphic design is a mess, awful. Its like buying a car with red metal doors a plastic brown roof and cardboard wheels. The game itself is meh, the hype train is not justified for this game. It needs some mechanic tweaks to make it flow better and the theme is somewhere, but I couldn't find it.
the cards and components look great, but the player boards are purely a bore and the cubes sliding all over the mat is never fun. they should have upgraded the cardstock for the player mats with cube cut outs to hold your stats in place.. I've already bought the other 2 mars games, so i think i will pass for now on this one. Good show fellas, im subbed.
Another excellent review. I have been dying for a solid video review of this game since I hesitated on dropping the $70 asking price at GenCon but I'm glad to see you guys liked it so much. Always good to see your hopes vindicated!