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The Board Boys Podcast

The Board Boys Podcast

2 reviewers
2 lists
10 games ranked
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Reviewers(2)

Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West
1Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West
Rob Pearson
53.28
Jan 1, 2024
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Barcelona
1Barcelona
Tim Kersting
53.31
Jan 18, 2024
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Channel Statistics

Weight Preferences
Channel Average3.29(Medium-Heavy)
Global Average2.72(Medium)
By Reviewer
Rob Pearson3.28
Tim Kersting3.31
Game Family Distribution
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Top Mechanics
1. Hand Management7.1%
2. End Game Bonuses4.7%
3. Multi-Use Cards4.7%
4. Solo / Solitaire Game4.7%
5. Variable Player Powers4.7%
6. Variable Set-up4.7%
7. Dice Rolling3.5%
8. Contracts2.4%
9. Action Drafting2.4%
10. Events2.4%