PAX unplugged 2023

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!