Let's Talk Board Games #9 - Strategy Board Game Reviews (Anno 1800, Bitoku, Betrayal & Pessoa)

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Welcome to our ninth episode of "Let's Talk Board Games," where we discuss and review several board games.

JUMP:
00:00 - Foster The Meeple
01:29 - Anno 1800
10:48 - Bitoku
19:06 - Betrayal at House on the Hill 3rd Edition
30:28 - Pessoa

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[FostertheMeeple]

We love you guys!!! Thanks for the shout out and for everything you do! Great video as always, we haven't had a chance to play any of these games ha We have had Anno 1800 sitting on the shelf for about 6 months now, really need to get it played!!

[hedgeymcgee]

I like the quick review format. Hope to see more of this kind of content. It must be tough to want to have playthroughs of all the games, but know it’s just not possible. You guys are really doing great things.

[meepleofliberty]

Pessoa is definitely one of the board games that makes us more proud regarding our (Portuguese) culture, being an amazing representation of what was going on inside Fernando Pessoa's mind itself, one of the best Portuguese poets of all times, it's brilliant in that aspect... We are very glad that both of you enjoyed to play Pessoa and also to hear Monique saying that would like to learn Portuguese just to understand better the meaning behind Pessoa's poetry :D

[TheBrothersMurph]

Fantastic video as always! We always love hearing your thoughts on games. Anno 1800 is one on our list of interest as is Pessoa! Pessoa’s theming is so cool and I’m happy to hear that it really seems to add to the game!

[robertaustin]

I really dig this style of content from y’all so keep it coming!

[TiagoAreiasDias]

Amazing video. You are my go to channel for games, hands down. Want to get Bitoku ❤

[Puzzu]

Love this format, great to hear just your quick overview and final thoughts on several games so that I can get an idea if they’re of interest to me or not, thx guys! Like you guys, I love Betrayal at House on the Hill regardless of any criticisms of broken scenarios, it’s all about the fun banter going around the table :) You should definitely try the legacy version, the prologue scenario already had us all laughing so much when we completed it.

[ElaDivine]

Anno is by far my favorite to place on the table since I bought it early last year.
It is a long teach but a very fast paced, pure fun play. It can take 3 hours at first but most games are 1.5hrs for us (in 2, 3 or 4 players) and the mechanics are just so satisfying and there is nothing like hearing "who makes sausages?!" every time during this game :)
Can't wait for more content for this game.

[rodolfogomes]

About Bitoku... In a 2 player game, you only have 1space per forest (the other side of the board) So the competition of who gets it is still there. I love it at 2 players. It can play fast, specially if you play with the same people. I recommend you to try it as 2players.
For the organization, Folded Space came out with a perfect insert.

[JeffKoper]

@BeforeYouPlay - Thank you for the kind words about my Anno Insert. I am glad you liked it.

[nunt]

I really like these episodes with shorter discussions around games. Don't get me wrong, I will gladly watch a 2-hour play through and a review, but only for games that have already peaked my interest. This is a nice way to be peaked ;)

[newguy]

I really enjoy Foster the Meeple, such good people. They are easy to feel connected too.

[marymamabear]

I LOVE Bitoku, best game of the year for me. I got an insert, and it simplifies setup considerably.

[emilyandrulis]

Pessoa was one of the games I was most excited about releasing at Essen last year but I still haven't played it yet! Glad to see you both have and hear your thoughts on it! Thanks for the review

[thewitchef]

I love Betrayal so much. I've played several scenarios where it feels like no matter how you prepare, the heroes can't win; likewise there's scenarios where the traitor can't win ever.
That said, the gameplay makes the game. You need a full table for this, but this is more fun and engaging for everyone than any other game I've played.

[benjamindebetencourt]

Nice video ! Very intrigued about Anno 1800 ! Thanks for all the informative reviews :)

[KitCatherine]

Not a “pc” household… my people! Heehee. Since my dad was one of the first apple employees… i was raised and still live in a Mac household. lol. Love your channel. I’m currently making my way through your YT vids. ;D

[lorelielomaloma]

thank you for the video!

i’ve only played Bitoku once at 2 player, so my first impressions are only that - it felt to me the game was kind of working against itself and was too busy and fiddly and long for what it was. Lots of people love love love this game so I’m probably missing something. Happy I got to try it though.

[andrewwagner]

Agreed on Foster the Meeple, I love their channel!

[diegocasanova]

oh, we really love Anno 1800 at 2p, it's fast and challenging, it forces you to interact with the other player, "positive" and painful interaction like in Brass and the timing and efficiency is crucial.
I loved the video.