The beautiful season begins with few but good boardgames in the TG Table of May 24th edition!

Summary

In this episode of TG Table, the host previews upcoming board game releases for May 2025. Featuring a mix of games from well-known publishers like Asmodée, Giochi Uniti, and Pendragon Game Studio, the video covers various genres, from strategic tile placement to lighthearted party games. The host also shares insights into game mechanics, components, and the appeal of each title, along with some personal anecdotes. With a humorous and engaging tone, the video offers a sneak peek at exciting new games and invites viewers to explore them, along with details on events and promotions in the board game community.

Takeaways

• 😀 May 2025 sees multiple exciting board game releases, with many being reviewed in this edition of TG Table.
• 🎲 Asmodée offers various games like *Toy Battle*, *Pergola*, and *Patita Matata*, with unique gameplay mechanics for different player preferences.
• 🧩 *Toy Battle* is a 2-player game where players battle using toy armies and aim to control areas or conquer the opponent's base.
• 🌻 *Pergola* is a tile-placement game where players create gardens to attract insects, combining strategy and beautiful components.
• 🥔 *Patita Matata* offers chaotic fun where players use a single pencil to count potatoes while interfering with opponents.
• 🌟 *Splendor* expansions (*Il sole non tramonta mai* and *La via della seta*) allow for additional gameplay options, either individually or combined.
• 🧬 Cranio Creations offers *Halgay Ink*, a complex strategy game where players manage departments turning algae into products.
• ⚔️ *Dungeon Fury* is a solo dungeon exploration game combining roll-and-write mechanics for an immersive solo experience.
• 🧟‍♂️ *Zombie Diner* challenges solo players to feed zombies to prevent becoming their next meal in a fun, quirky game.
• 🎨 *T Garden* by Giochi Uniti is a strategic game set in a Chinese tea garden, where players manage and expand their tea businesses.
• 🏺 *Art Society* by Giochi Uniti combines auctions, set-collection, and tile-placement to create an art-themed game with strategic depth.
• 🌌 Pendragon Game Studio reprints *Terrorskip* and releases multiple *Mindbug* expansions, adding more variety and excitement to both games.
• 🛍️ Irtemis store is highlighted as a reliable resource for discovering new board game releases and participating in organized game nights.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of this TG Table episode?

The episode focuses on board games being released in May 2025, with a special emphasis on games from various publishers, including Asmodee, Cranio Creations, and Giochi Uniti.

What game does Asmodee present first, and what is its theme?

Asmodee's first game is 'Toy Battle,' a two-player game where players control armies of toys. The goal is to control areas or conquer the opponent's base, with an emphasis on strategy and toy-themed visuals.

How does the game 'Pergola' by Asmodee work?

'Pergola' is a tile placement and set collection game where players try to create the best garden by choosing the right tools to place flowers, insects, and other elements that score points or unlock special actions.

What is the concept of the game 'Patita Matata' from Asmodee?

'Patita Matata' is a chaotic game where players must count potatoes while using a single pencil. The goal is to create mayhem among players by stealing the pencil and causing confusion.

What expansions are introduced for 'Splendor'?

Asmodee is releasing two expansions for 'Splendor': 'Il Sole Non Tramonta Mai' and 'La Via della Seta.' Each expansion can be played separately or combined to enhance the game with new mechanics and strategies.

What is 'Halgay Ink,' and what makes it unique?

'Halgay Ink' is a game from Cranio Creations where players manage a company transforming algae into commercial products. The game features a unique challenge with each department offering different gameplay experiences.

What type of experience does 'Dungeon Fury' offer?

'Dungeon Fury' is a roll-and-write game set in a dungeon, where players explore using dice. It is a solo experience that offers an immersive, rich, and engaging adventure.

What is the theme of 'Zombie Diner' by Creardo?

'Zombie Diner' is a solo game where players must feed zombies to prevent them from eating the player. It combines humor with a strategic resource-management mechanic.

What is the unique feature of 'Tacco Gatto Capra Cacio Pizza Waterproof'?

This is a waterproof version of the popular game 'Tacco Gatto Capra Cacio Pizza,' making it playable even underwater. It adds a fun twist to the original game, perfect for spring and water-related activities.

What is the premise of 'T Garden' from Giochi Uniti?

'T Garden' is a strategy game set in the tea gardens of the Unan valley. Players manage a tea garden, improving tea quality and building trade networks using a deck of cards and actions.

How does the game 'Art Society' combine mechanics?

'Art Society' is a game of auctions, set collection, and tile placement, where players bid on artwork and then strategically place it in their galleries to maximize their points.

What expansion content does Pendragon Game Studio offer?

Pendragon Game Studio is releasing several Mindbug expansions such as 'Mindbug Tury Fury,' 'Mindbug Tag Team,' and 'Mindbug the Puppet.' Additionally, they are reprinting 'Terrorskip' with three new expansions, which introduce new challenges and characters.

What event is highlighted at the end of the episode?

The episode highlights the Comicon event in Naples starting on May 1st, where the host will be distributing stickers featuring 'Death in Hand' graphics, and sharing stories about players' worst experiences with dice.