Come roll the dice with us as we play Roll Through the Ages! Roll Through the Ages, designed by Matt Leacock, was first published by Eagle-Gryphon Games in 2008. It was nominated for the Spiel des Jahres in 2010. Episode Summary: Are you ready to roll into a timeless classic? In this episode, the panel examines Roll Through the Ages from Eagle-Gryphon Games and its Late Bronze Age expansion, highlighting the differences between the original and the expansion. Discover the appeal of engine-building games, the delicate balance designers must strike, and the challenges of playing games like Roll Through the Ages optimally. With its quick playtime and accessibility, Roll Through the Ages is the perfect game for small groups or those seeking a brief, captivating experience. The panel also considers the impact of introducing ships into the game and how it can disrupt the flow of gameplay. Additionally, we debate the importance of building cities quickly and then touch on managing disasters in the game. We ponder whether there's an objectively correct way to play. We analyze the complexities of game strategies and the balance between risk and reward. So if you're a fan of roll-and-write games, don't miss this episode on Roll Through the Ages! Connect with us through our website, and find links to our social media and Discord server. Don't forget to participate in our "Pick-Our-Play" poll on Discord for a say in what we play in June! We look forward to hearing from you! Chapters: (0:00:00) - Roll Through the Ages (0:11:02) - Lightweight Board Game Strategy Chapter Summaries: (0:01:13) - Roll Through the Ages (11 Minutes) Roll Through the Ages: Late Bronze Age expansion introduces ships and increases required developments to win, offering new game mechanics. Engine-building games require a delicate balance for player enjoyment. With quick playtime and accessibility, Roll Through the Ages is ideal for small groups or short, engaging experiences.  (0:11:44) - Lightweight Board Game Strategy (14 Minutes) Introducing ships to a game can disrupt gameplay flow and impact trading mechanics. Building cities quickly and managing disasters are important aspects to consider. While the gameplay is quick and easy, finding an optimal way to play and the ideal number of cities to maintain is a complex balance between risk and reward. Roll Through the Ages is a highly recommended timeless classic for fans of roll-and-write games. Don't forget to participate in our first "Pick-Our-Play" poll on Discord for a say in what we play in June. We look forward to hearing from you! Shownotes created with assistance from https://podium.page / / / / / You can Listen to Us: Spotify || Apple Podcasts || Google Podcasts || YouTube You can Support Us: Patreon || Leave a Rating & Review wherever you listen. Ratings & Reviews are an easy and free way to show us your support. You can Follow Us: Twitter || Instagram || Discord  / / / / / v2