This week on The Gateway Gamers Podcast, Bryan and RP dust off their magnifying glass, grab their stakes, and hop across the rooftops of foggy Victorian London as they dive into Unmatched: Cobble & Fog from Restoration Games!
They’ll debate who reigns supreme in this battle of literary legends, is it Sherlock’s clever deduction, Dracula’s charm (and bite), the Invisible Man’s sneaky tricks, or Jekyll & Hyde’s mood swings that win the day? Expect plenty of laughs, unnecessary tangents, and maybe even a few bad British accents as the guys break down what makes this expansion one of the most popular in the Unmatched series.
So put on your deerstalker cap and tune in, it’s time to see which hero (or villain) truly matches up!
The Gateway Gamers are throwing a party (don’t worry, you’re invited). This week we dive into some of the best party games to hit the table when you want laughs, chaos, and maybe a little regret the next morning. We’re talking Change My Mind, Made Up Movies, Fight Night, Connected Clues, Cast List, Arguable Truths, and I’m Kind of a Big Dill.
So grab your charcuterie board, slap on a party hat, and prepare for the ultimate guide to board games that keep the fun flowing. We’ll help you figure out which ones bring the energy, which ones bring the arguments, and which ones you’ll wish you never taught your in laws.
The battlefield of Valhalla has reopened!
In this episode of The Gateway Gamers Podcast, we cover the long awaited return of Heroscape from Renegade Game Studios. Bryan kicks things off with a 20 year history of the beloved miniatures board game, from its cult classic status in the 2000s to its sudden discontinuation, and now its highly anticipated comeback. Then Bryan and RP hit the table to play the new Heroscape: Age of Annihilation, sharing first impressions, gameplay highlights, and honest thoughts. Is this revival of the legendary tabletop wargame worth the hype, or will it fall flat? Whether you’re a longtime fan of customizable terrain and armies or new to the world of Heroscape, this episode dives into everything you need to know about its past, present, and future.
This week on The Gateway Gamers Podcast, we assemble one last time for our Marvel United Summer Showdown!
Bryan and RP wrap up the season by ranking their Top 5 Heroes to play as and Top 5 Villains to fight against. From cosmic crushers to street-level scrappers, we debate which characters bring the most power, strategy, and fun to the table—and which big bads deliver the most epic boss battles.
Will your favorite hero make the cut? Will that one villain who always ruins game night finally get the recognition they deserve? Tune in as we bring our super-powered hot takes, plenty of pun-isher jokes, and the ultimate Marvel United rankings to close out the summer event with a snap!
Perfect for fans of Marvel board games, cooperative gameplay, and tabletop superhero action.
The Bifrost is open, and the Gateway Gamers are back with another thunderous entry in our Summer of Marvel United! This week, Bryan and Rp dive headfirst into the Tales of Asgard expansion, where Loki stirs up trouble and illusions reign supreme. Can the Mighty Thor, Korg, Valkyrie, and Beta Ray Bill bring the thunder—or will the Trickster God turn the tide?
We crack open this mythic box to explore the new heroes, locations, and traitor mode added to the Marvel United system, all while dodging Loki’s signature mischief and misdirection. Plus, we compare the first wave of Marvel United expansions to the latest batch—has power creep struck harder than Mjölnir? Is newer always better, or do the original sets still hold the throne?
Whether you're a solo gamer, collector, or Marvel fan, this episode is packed with insights, gameplay impressions, and enough Asgardian drama to make Odin raise an eyebrow. Tune in for hammer-worthy hot takes and find out if Tales of Asgard is worthy of a place in your collection.
It's clobberin' time on this week’s episode of The Gateway Gamers Podcast!
Bryan Marvel and Rp continue their Marvel United Summer by diving headfirst into the cosmic chaos of the Fantastic Four expansion. From stretchy strategies with Mr. Fantastic to fiery plays with the Human Torch, the crew breaks down each member of Marvel’s First Family, along with the invisible impact of Invisible Woman, the rocky resilience of The Thing, and even the shape-shifting menace of Super-Skrull.
Before battling it out on the tabletop, Bryan and Rp share their thoughts, memories, and comic book history with the Fantastic Four, just in time for Marvel’s Fantastic Four movie reboot hitting theaters this week. Will the new film finally live up to this legendary team’s potential—or will it flame out like previous versions?
Whether you're a board game fan, a Marvel movie junkie, or a superhero squad strategist, this episode is fantastically for you.
Don’t miss it—download, subscribe, and let’s make your game night marvel-ous!
Suit up, true believers! As part of our Marvel United summer event, we’re replaying one of our most action-packed episodes: our deep dive into the explosive expansion, Return of the Sinister Six.
Join us (yes, the same lovable morons) as we take on the challenge of facing six iconic villains at once in this unique twist on the Marvel United formula. We break down the strategic layers, new gameplay mechanics, and cinematic thrills this expansion brings to the table.
Whether you're looking to brush up on your tactics or just diving into Marvel United for the first time, this episode is packed with tips, laughs, and plenty of cape-swirling commentary. We’ll cover assembling your ultimate team of heroes, how the Sinister Six scenario plays out, and why this box might be the most intense Marvel United experience yet.
So if you missed it the first time—or just want a refresher before jumping into summer gameplay—tune in and get ready to save the day all over again with Marvel United: Return of the Sinister Six, only on the Gateway Gamers Podcast!
✨ “It’s been CMON all along…”
On the latest enchanted episode of The Gateway Gamers, Bryan Marvel and RP crack open Marvel United: The Witching Hour small expansion and dive into its Scarley Witch–themed chaos. The cards are cool. The mechanics are magical. But the real villain here? CMON Games.
RP isn’t hexed by Wanda—he’s hexed by the publisher’s ongoing drama: production delays, questionable business practices, and Kickstarter fatigue. While The Witching Hour expansion casts some charming spells on the Marvel United formula, the company behind it keeps conjuring community frustration.
Has CMON become the true big bad of the board game multiverse?
🎙️ Tune in wherever you get your podcasts and join the discussion!
🔮 Time Travel Trouble! The Sentinels Return in This Mutant-Sized Replay! 🔮
The X-Men are back… or should we say were back? The boys of The Gateway Gamers Podcast are taking a trip to the Days of Future Past in this re-release episode, diving into the Kickstarter-exclusive expansion for Marvel United from CMON and Spin Master!
Join us as we revisit this epic scenario featuring towering Sentinel miniatures, an ultra-tough co-op mission, and your favorite mutant heroes from across the timeline. Will the X-Men rewrite destiny—or become footnotes in a doomed future?
This box packs massive minis, strategic gameplay, and all the X-Men board game action fans could ask for. Whether you're a Marvel superfan, a tabletop tactician, or just mutant-curious, this is the perfect time to jump into the timeline!
⏳ Don’t get stuck in the past—listen now wherever podcasts are available!
🕷️ Swing into the Spider-Verse with The Gateway Gamers Podcast! 🕷️
In this spectacular episode of The Gateway Gamers Podcast, we're crawling deep into the Marvel United: Spider-Geddon Core Box from CMON and Spin Master Games! This web-slinging expansion brings together a multiverse of Spider-Man heroes and villains, from classic Spidey to the wildest wall-crawlers you’ve never heard of.
Join Bryan and RP as they untangle the sticky pros and cons of this box, chat about their favorite spider-variants, and decide whether this expansion is a friendly neighborhood must-have or just tangled filler. With great power comes great replayability… or does it?
Perfect for fans of Marvel board games, Spider-Man tabletop gaming, and anyone diving into the Marvel United universe this summer!
🕷️ Don’t get stuck on the fence—swing in and listen now wherever podcasts are available!
Marvel United Summer rages on—and this week, we're unleashing the X-factor! That's right, we're revisiting Marvel United: X-Men, the mutant-packed expansion that introduced anti-heroes and seriously leveled up the difficulty.
Join Bryan and RP as they break down the gameplay mechanics, mutate their thoughts on the Kickstarter, and dive deep into comic book lore like a pair of adamantium-clawed nerds. Whether you're Team Xavier or rocking with Magneto, there's something for every Marvel maniac in this episode.
Stream now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your superpowered content!
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In this marvel-ous episode, we're kicking off Phase One of our Marvel United Summer Spectacular! Bryan and RP dive headfirst into the multiversal mayhem of the fourth core box in the Marvel United series — Marvel United: Multiverse by CMON and Spin Master.
We assemble the facts on the newest heroes, villains, and gameplay twists, breaking down what’s boosting this box into legendary territory… and what still leaves us feeling a little snapped. From power creep to new mechanics, we explore how this entry reshapes the Marvel United metagame and whether it's a must-have for fans, collectors, and solo superheroes.
Whether you're team co-op, team solo, or just here for the minis — Listeners, assemble!
🕷️ Avengers…Reassemble! 🕷️
We’re re-uploading our classic Marvel United episode to kick off our Marvel-ous summer event! This Infinity Edit trims the fat and delivers the meat & potatoes of the core box gameplay—exploring the rules, mechanics, and heroic highlights of the original Marvel United.
💥 This is just Phase One of our Marvel crossover event! 💥
So suit up, true believers, because this Monday we’re diving headfirst into the Multiverse of Marvel United—from X-Gene clashes to cosmic chaos!
Whether you're playing solo or assembling a full team of heroes, this episode is your origin story.
In this special episode of The Gateway Gamers, host Bryan takes a pause from the usual laughs and dice-chucking chaos to talk about about mental health and how certain board games have become his go-to tools for self-care. From the solo survival horror of Final Girl to the meditative tile-laying of A Gentle Rain, these games have brewed up moments of calm—often alongside a strong cup of coffee.
Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on why sometimes the best therapy comes in a box, whether you're solving crimes in MicroMacro: Crime City, adventuring in Dungeons & Dragons, or reflecting with Finding Calm. If you're looking for relaxing board games, cozy solo sessions, or just ways to protect your peace, this episode is steeped in warm vibes and real talk.
So grab your favorite mug, press play, and discover how gaming can be more than a hobby—it can be a lifeline.
Allons-y, board game buffs and Whovians! This week, we hop in our TARDIS and travel through time, space, and cardboard as we review Doctor Who: Time of the Daleks from Gale Force Nine!
Is this time-traveling tabletop adventure a clever use of wibbly-wobbly gamey-wamey mechanics, or does it feel like being stuck in a regeneration cycle with no end in sight? We discuss how well the game captures the spirit of the Doctor, the thrill of dodging Daleks, and whether it's more Gallifrey great or Sonic Screw-don’t.
Don’t blink—or you’ll miss it. Press play, subscribe, and regenerate your game night!
The battle for mutant supremacy continues! In this action-packed episode of The Gateway Gamers Podcast, Bryan and RP unleash their super-powered strategies as they dive into Marvel X-Men Dice Throne—Part 2! This time, they’re rolling with Wolverine, Iceman, Psylocke, and Storm, each bringing their mutant abilities to the tabletop in a dice-chucking, power-packed showdown.
Will Wolverine’s relentless healing factor make him the ultimate brawler? Can Iceman freeze out the competition? Will Psylocke’s deadly precision and telepathic tricks give her the edge? Or will Storm bring down the thunder and take control of the battlefield?
Bryan and RP break down the gameplay, strategy, and unique powers of each character, comparing them to the first X-Men Dice Throne box and discussing how well these heroes fit into the Dice Throne game universe. Is this a must-have for Dice Throne fans, X-Men lovers, and comic book gamers? Tune in to find out!
In this epic episode of The Gateway Gamers Podcast, we take our first plunge into the legendary world of Dungeons & Dragons!
Join us as we recount our chaotic, dice-fueled adventure through our first homemade campaign—where we battled goblins, unleashed devastating crits, and, uh... RP kissed a few things along the way (for roleplay reasons, of course).
Did we emerge victorious? Did our dice betray us? And what unhinged choices did we make that would make even a chaotic bard blush? Tune in as we share our wildest moments, biggest blunders, and newfound love for tabletop roleplaying games. Whether you're a seasoned D&D dungeon master, a newbie looking to start your own campaign, or just love a good RPG story, this episode is packed with adventure, laughs, and plenty of natural 1s and 20s.
Grab your character sheet, roll initiative, and let’s dive in! 🎲🔥
Description:Get ready to roll with the X-traordinary as The Gateway Gamers team assembles to cover Dice Throne: X-Men Edition! In this episode, we’ll be joining forces with Cyclops, Jean Grey, Gambit, and Rogue as we dive into their mutant abilities and dice-rolling superpowers. Will Cyclops' optic blasts leave you seeing red, or will Jean Grey’s telekinetic mastery move your heart? Can Gambit shuffle the odds in his favor, or will Rogue steal the spotlight? Join us for a Marvel-ous showdown that’s sure to make even Wolverine say, “Snikt! This is a podcast you don’t want to miss!”
Excelsior!
Listen to our previous episode on Marvel Dice Throne Here!
For in-depth discussion on rules, listen to our previous episode on Dice Throne Season 1 Here!
Get ready to roll with laughter as the Previously Recorded Podcast teams up with Bryan and RP for a game night that’s anything but board. In this epic crossover, we dive into the chaotic world of Throw Throw Burrito, where dodgeball meets board games in a hilarious collision of foam and fury! Then, things take a dark turn as we explore the twists and turns of Betrayal at House on the Hill, RP's favorite game that’s filled with suspense, mystery, and more backstabbing than your favorite reality TV show.
Whether you’re a board game beginner or a seasoned strategy master, this episode has something for everyone. Get ready to throw down with us, and don't be surprised if a few betrayals happen along the way!
In this solo-hosted episode of The Gateway Gamers Podcast, Bryan dives into two exciting board games: Solstis and Nekojima! If you love dexterity games, puzzle challenges, and strategic stacking, this episode is for you.
First, Bryan breaks down Solstis, a clever tile-laying game that blends abstract strategy with engaging mechanics. Then, he balances his way through Nekojima, a tense dexterity game where players must carefully build and maintain a city’s electric grid without causing a catastrophic collapse!
Are these games worth adding to your collection? How do they compare to other dexterity and puzzle games? Tune in to find out!
