Obsession Board Game - Quick review

Join us as we take a look at Obsession, a board game designed by Dan Halligan and published by Kayenta Games.

[ButOneThingIsNeedful]

Very good review, and I am now on the verge of pulling the trigger on it. I think my wife might love playing it with me. You are extremely experienced in board games, and if you call it a "timeless gem" that is high praise indeed. Thanks again!

[mwatney]

Many thanks for an entertaining review. I have played a few times using a friend's set and am hoping Santa has heard my plea! A minor correction: at 6:19 you say that monuments generate free Victory Points each turn, while of course they actually generate one Reputation -- useful but not as good as a VP. Since money also scores VPs it is always a big question whether to buy a Monument or not if the game is close to ending.

[jacky]

Geezer, I think this review was spot on. speaking as a 1st ed fan that contributed to the 2nd ed with a guest, I respect and concur with all your points. Although having seen some of the new tiles I think I need to upgrade my game, like your style son. Subbed when I saw you got your mum playing Fresco, respect.
Mike.

[FredzGreen]

Great review 👍 giggled a lot - you mentioned the highlights and drawbacks that I've also found.

[Copterman]

Just subscribed. Thanks! Love your vibe and how you express your thoughts quickly and clearly.

[jonridley]

Another great review from Boards of Sleaford as I now call you 😂 Glad you were able to compartmentalise the quality of the game but still call them rich bastards.

[davidkiss]

Great review again! I had my eye on this for a while now and the 2.1 edition just became available again at one of the retailers so I came here to re-watch your review of it before buying and after playing it I have zero regrets! Also checked out Dan Hallagan's YouTube channel and all the videos he did on the game just oozes affection, so I think you were spot on when you praised him for that. The guy really put his heart & soul into this game and it shows.

[KarimTheilgaard]

Obsession 2nd. Ed. was my Top Game of 2020. The expansion is great too and now I never play without it. The solo mode is also really enjoyable.

[lazulin]

Excellent review. I think you did a great job highlight both the game's strengths and shortcomings. I 100% agree that Obsession shouldn't be played above 4p, and really, is probably best played at 1-3p. I think 3p is my favorite count. I have played a lot of 4p Obsession and it's perfectly fine if you're not playing with AP-heavy players, but 5/6 is absolutely ridiculous. It's a real delight of a game and I'm happy it seems to be gradually getting more attention.

[rmclean]

Sweet jesus, i love your videos. Thank you

[arisultanik]

Thanks for a great review. You contributed to my final decision to buy this game. You mentioned that it isn’t more popular or mainstream. It is very difficult to get hold of. The publisher is selling it by himself and shipping only to the U.S. I spent quite a bit of money via a shipping service to get it shipped to Israel.

[Moodman]

Great review! I will be picking this game up at some point.

[bigdavexx]

Thanks for covering this game. I have a small clarification for your audience.

7:30

A footman may stand in for a Valet only if you have the Brushing Room service tile. This makes the hiring of servants a more interesting decision, because otherwise there would be no reason to prefer the Valet.

[JohnSmith-pupm]

I found the designer's site and I'm going to get a copy of that obsession game.

[petermillen]

I agree that this seems well crafted and marketed and is already pleasing many gamers.

[shanefrancis]

Had this in my hands today but decided against it as I didn’t know enough about it. Now I’m thinking I need to play it.

[petergross]

I'm really glad you like this game. It is one of my favorites. Have you tried the different modes of play as well? I tried it solo and it does work well. I really want to try the others as well.

[nevxmjb]

Great review and comments on gaming comparisons

[Izinaima]

There are 2 errors according to the rules: the Cavendish family starts at reputation level 1 but position 4 ( so a little ahead but not a lot) and the manor gargoyles, (and the other monuments) gives 1 reputation point at each round. Otherwise; great review! 👍🏻

[dwnvwdjvn]

Actually laughed out loud like a small child when you pressed the light switch and instead of hearing Board Games 4K, I heard "BOLLOCKS!"...