Board Game Hype for GAMA Expo 2025

Board Game Hype for GAMA Expo 2025

Author: Tabletop Bellhop February 25, 2025 Duration: 1:47:56
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Welcome to a special GAMA Preview episode where we highlight the games we’re excited to see at the first big convention of the year as well as give you a bit of info on this industry trade show. We also review a couple of games we first learned about last year at GAMA Expo, two games that both happen to feature rockets and aiming for the stars.

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 266, was recorded on February 20th 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/ep266/

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
(00:01:59) Ask the Bellhop
To learn more about GAMA, and GAMA Expo check out our coverage from last year where we go into detail about the organisation and the show.

Tabletop Bellhop Episode 236 GAMA Expo 2024 Recap: Who should go to GAMA Expo https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep236/

If you are curious about the games we discovered last year you can check out episode 235 Games of GAMA Expo https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep235/

The GAMA Website: https://www.gama.org/
The GAMA Expo Website: https://www.gama.org/page/gama-expo

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(01:09:41) The Game Room - Sandbag
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Check out our Xylotar Review another trick taking game from Bezier: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/xylotar/
Check out what else Bezier games has to offer: https://beziergames.com/
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(01:28:48) The Game Room - Skyrockets Festivals of Fire
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Ratuki is another real time game we’ve reviewed: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/ratuki/
Check out Floodgate’s other games: https://floodgate.games/

(01:46:05) Closing the Doors

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Ever find yourself staring at your shelf of board games, wondering which one would actually work for your particular group this weekend? Or perhaps you’ve just unboxed a new game and feel a bit lost in the rulebook. That’s the space where the Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast lives. Hosted by the folks at Tabletop Bellhop, this show is like having a knowledgeable friend on call to help navigate the vast world of tabletop gaming. Each episode dives into practical advice and genuine conversations aimed at making your game nights smoother and more fun. You’ll hear detailed reviews of specific games, discussions on common gaming hurdles, and tips for everything from teaching rules to managing player dynamics. While the focus is firmly on board games, the occasional role-playing game conversation slips in, reflecting the full spectrum of tabletop hobbies. The tone is welcoming and down-to-earth, avoiding insider jargon in favour of clear, useful insights. It’s a resource built on the idea that the best games are the ones that actually get played, and that a great experience is about more than just the components in the box. Tune in for a podcast that feels like a direct consultation with your own cardboard concierge, dedicated to answering the real questions that pop up around the gaming table.
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