Meeplesandwine

12/15/2025

Just in time for , we're back with the 2025 Wrap-up! Let's walk through the year and discover which of the games is #1 for Michael and Suzy!

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11/24/2025

Headline: Can a Board Game Survive a BBQ & Merlot Night? 🍷🎲

https://www.meeplesandwine.fun/miniatureadventures

In Episode 96 of Meeples & Wine, Michael and Suzy are firing up the grill and rolling the dice! We are sipping on a bold 14 Hands Winery Merlot (perfect with ribs or burgers!) and diving into the retro-inspired Miniature Adventures: Goblin Troubles from Lowtek Games

Is this portable RPG a critical hit for couples, or will the goblins win? ✅ Fun Score: 8/10 (Highly recommended!) ✅ Couch Score: 1/5 (Total relationship safety – it’s Co-Op!)

We also shout out a cool new Game Boy project on Kickstarter: Maiden of the Dark from TigerChainsaw

👇 Listen to the full review and tell us: Do you prefer co-op or competitive games for date night?

11/14/2025

Heads up, game night couples! 🥂 Looking for your next 2-player board game?

On the latest Meeples and Wine, we're shaking things up (literally!) with 'The Mix' board game by Ruse.Games. It's a super thematic worker placement and engine building game where you play as mixologists at a fancy bar.

We get into the good stuff:

Is the engine building actually satisfying?

How does it really play with just two people?

Is it a 'will it wreck the relationship?' game? (You know we had to ask!)

And you KNOW we couldn't review a cocktail game without a cocktail! We're sipping on a spicy Mescalita and sharing the full recipe so you can drink along.

Is this your new favorite strategy game? 🧐 Listen to the full episode to hear our final verdict! Just search for "Meeples and Wine" wherever you get your podcasts.
https://www.meeplesandwine.fun/themix

11/11/2025

Have you ever wanted to be a high class bartender? In The Mix you're testing your mixologist mettle as you compete to complete cocktails for your thirsty clients! Currently on Gamefound, you can back .games latest!

We'll be posting our thoughts in our next episode, while tasting a mescalita, suggested by Guime, the designer!

https://gamefound.com/en/projects/guime/the-mix

11/02/2025

We had a great time at yesterday! Sorry that we can't make it today, but we want to shout out to Courtney Bargfeldt who won our gaming gift basket giveaway!

11/01/2025

11/01/2025

We're almost done here at , been fun talking games with everyone who stopped by to talk games with us! Congratulations to Courtney who walked away with the gift basket! Everyone be sure to check out the The Mix by .games on !

11/01/2025

10/29/2025

We'll see you Saturday!

The 2025 Lodge Con T-Shirts are here!!!!
They are only available at the event, so be sure to pick one up before you leave! They will be at the welcome booth as you walk in the Atrium. 👕

10/26/2025

https://www.meeplesandwine.fun/arkhamhorrortcg
Dive into the eerie world of Arkham Horror LCG, the ultimate cooperative 2-player card game! In our latest Meeples & Wine episode, we review this 2016 GOTY winner and pair i t with seasonal mulled wine for couples' game nights. Is it the best cooperative board game for couples? Watch now and decide!

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10/17/2025

https://www.meeplesandwine.fun/terrorbelow

😱 Worms, Wine, & Strategy! Our latest review is LIVE! Michael and Suzy tackled the monster-hunting, pick-up-and-deliver chaos of Terror Below from !

Is this light strategy game worth the risk? We’re dodging W.O.R.M.s in the Nevada desert, collecting eggs, and racing for 20 Victory Points. It’s got a great mix of , , and variable player powers that make every turn tense!

🍷 The Sip: We paired the terror with a bold Lodi red blend, Dearly Beloved I Thee Red 2023! Notes of dark cherry, plum, and spicy vanilla oak made it the perfect for a spooky autumn vibe and hearty food.

➡️ Tap the link in our bio/first comment to watch the full episode! Have you played Terror Below? What’s your favorite for two? Let us know below!



P.S. We’re also watching Dice Throne Vanguard (Kickstarter) & Trenchcoat Raccoons (Gamefound)!