In First Take Fridays we offer hot takes on games that are new to us. This week we have Oranienburger Kanal, Stellar Expedition, Paris, Babylonia...
Recent Articles & Reviews by Tom Franklin
By day, I'm a mild-mannered IT Manager with a slight attitude. By night I play guitar & celtic bouzouki, board games, watch British TV, and write.
My first book, The Pterrible Pteranodon, is available online from your favorite local, indie bookstore.
For me, gaming is primarily about creating memories with friends and being presented with lots of interesting choices. I love abstracts, co-ops, worker placements, and heavier Eurogames.
And despite being a DM, I have an inherent dislike of six-sided dice.
When is a game more than just a game? Sometimes it’s when the designer decides it is. Read our review of Anthromancer: Mercenarium to learn more!