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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · 6d

Nothing better than cozying up with Distilled, an Old Fashioned in hand, and some background music. The theme, the gameplay, the atmosphere—it all just clicked. A fantastic, relaxing session!

#DistilledGame #TwoPlayers #BoardGameGeek #WhiskeyGame #TabletopVibes #BoardGameNight #Spirits

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · 10d

I just backed Don't Starve: The Board Game on @kickstarter.com www.kickstarter.com/projects/gla...

Don't Starve: The Board Game

Official tabletop adaptation of Don’t Starve. A 1–4 player roguelike adventure—explore, craft, fight, and survive together (or alone).

www.kickstarter.com

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Sep 4

It's here! My copy of Regicide Legacy has officially arrived! 🤩 I'm so curious to see how the game transforms from its standard playing card origins into a full legacy experience with dedicated cards.

#RegicideLegacy #BoardGame #SoloMode #Solo #CardGame #LegacyBoardGame #NewGameDay #TabletopGaming

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Aug 23

Finished my first game of #Vantage! This is easily one of the best open-world board games I've ever played that isn't a traditional TTRPG. My first mission was to conquer a city!

I ended up getting "rescued" from a tight spot and decided to call it. The option to end or continue is genius!

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Aug 22

My favorite Gen Con find (other than Final Girl!) is hands down The Peak Team Rangers! 🤩 The solo mode is an absolute blast—a perfect puzzle where you sent three ranges to complete missions and collecting animals. The multi-use cards are so clever! This is a hidden gem you need to check out.

Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Aug 20

Just finished my first solo run of Ace of Spades by the awesome folks at Devir! ♠️ I set a personal challenge and played without using any of the special bonuses. Despite that, I managed to make it all the way to the Witch, which is number 6. A solid start!

#AceOfSpades #BoardGames #SoloBoardGames

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Aug 16

It's here! My most anticipated board game of the year, Jisogi from Esper Games, just arrived! 🎉 After playing it on Tabletop Simulator, I knew this one was special, and the physical copy does not disappoint. The artwork is simply stunning. So happy to finally have it on my shelf and ready to play!

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 27

Finished my very first campaign, Solo, in #MarvelChampions:TheCardGame – tackling Sinister Motives! 🕷️ I decided to jump in with #Silk to learn her deck, and let me tell you, it was a huge learning curve! I definitely lost my first attempt.

Who's going to #GenCon to try out FF #Loki Scenario Pack?

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 25

Look what just arrived! My copy of Brink from IV Studio Games! 🎉 This board game is based on Moonrakers, and I'm really excited to see their take on the concept. Rulebook in hand, ready to immerse myself.

Who else is looking forward to this one?

#Brink #IVStudioGames #BoardGames #TabletopGaming

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 21

My first solo run of Earthborne Rangers was a blast! 🚀 It's got that Arkham Horror-esque feel but with amazing open-map exploration. Already found a sweet combo refilling my tech with attachments. This game's a winner!

#SoloBoardGaming #BoardGame #SoloMode #BoardGames #EarthborneRangers

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 14

Nearly there! Just wrapped up a thrilling scenario in Arkham Horror: The Card Game's Path to Carcosa campaign. 🤩 Only one more scenario stands between me and conquering the madness. This campaign has been an absolute blast from start to finish! Fingers crossed for the grand finale.

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 12

Fired up Steam Power from Wallace Designs w/ the Cat Power Expansion again for a solo run! 🚂 What a difference a bit of rules clarity makes. I finally got the hang of the automata, even if I still ended up with a loss (and a few mistakes!).
#SteamPower #SoloGame #BoardGames #SoloMode #TabletopGaming

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 8

I just backed Sail Legacy on @kickstarter.com www.kickstarter.com/projects/boa...

Sail Legacy

Captain your ship, outfit your crew, and conquer the seas—in a co-op legacy trick-taker for two. Every choice defines your legacy.

www.kickstarter.com

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 8

It just pops. With the metal pieces it just works since they're a bit darker than the regular components. A bit tricky to get your head around the map at first.

Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 7

Squeezed in a quick Super Boss Monster game from Brotherwise Games before bed... and promptly got demolished! 🤦‍♀️ Forgot if the town fills up, you lose!

Who doesn't enjoy building a Dungeon and lurking heroes in? 😂

#SuperBossMonster #BrotherwiseGames #BoardGames #SoloMode #SoloBoardGames

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 7

What a session! Just beat Scenario 4 of Keep the Heroes Out. Those rebellious frogs were everywhere, trying to overthrow my reign! 🐸
Luckily, Cthulhu brought the cosmic horror, and my slimes kept the heroes distracted. Victory for the forces of darkness! Who else loves playing the villains?

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 2

New game day! 🎉 Just unboxed Worth from CTC and dove into the solo High Ground scenario with the Ooglan horde. Getting major 28 Years Later vibes! The solo rules were a bit of a head-scratcher on my first run, so I'm sure I made some mistakes.

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jul 1

I just backed Grendel: The Game of Crime and Mayhem on @kickstarter.com www.kickstarter.com/projects/min...

Grendel: The Game of Crime and Mayhem

Highly approachable and asymmetric gameplay

www.kickstarter.com

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jun 27

Massive thanks to Dead World TCG for the giveaway win on their Discord! 🙌 Just opened two booster packs and pulled two Mechman cards! The artwork in this game is absolutely 🔥, and it totally gives off RPG card game vibes. Also got TM-18, Jesse Knox, Gargoyle, and Bad Breath along with a cool pin!!!

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jun 25

Good to know. I will keep a note of that

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Carlos @carlosgamelounge.bsky.social · Jun 25

Just had my first climb in Leviathan Wilds, by Moon Crab Games!

Super easy to pick up, but the mastery will definitely take time (health & blight!). The core mechanics of simultaneously climbing AND dodging colossal titan blows are incredibly cool.

#LeviathanWilds #SoloGame #BoardGames #SoloMode