Ankh: Gods of Egypt Review, long overdue! Board Down Under.

[@Umami1387]

Outstanding review! Really enjoying the Ankh coverage while I wait for my first play.

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks! Hope your game comes soon!!

[@JoeyTrib1550]

Very nice review! I didn't mind the length, it's clear that you guys put a lot of thought and effort into it, I could've watched 30min more^^ Looking forward to seeing more!

[@BoardDownUnder]

Really nice to hear, thanks for the feedback. It means a lot!

[@willyweed1]

Wow you 2 are amazing I'm surprised you haven't blown up. Great camera work and synergy between you two I hope you're still making vids. I'm just watching this now 2 years late because I finally decided to pick ankh up. Hi from Canada 🇨🇦 great work

[@JimmySquiky]

Great review I hope you get more subscribers, you deserve it.

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate the support

[@RozanovaHunter]

Regarding merge communication, I think the two players should each keep their own battle cards so they can slide them to each other and make recommendations and confer.

[@BoardDownUnder]

I have seen this house rule mentioned and I do like it, for sure. It helps without having to point and such - I often find I want to elaborate though. Like "I think we should play X here because we might want Y in our next region" as opposed to just "I think we should play X". In one particularly frantic game my ally same i ended up leaving the room to discuss stuff!! But that obviously grinds down the speed of the game so it's not a recommended solution, haha

[@MauricioHoffman]

Great video, great review. I really enjoy this format and looking forward to more videos from you guys. Keep up the good work

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thank you. Really glad you enjoyed it and hopefully get to continue to do so! :D

[@bgt2701]

So this is how we play: The players of the merged gods always sit together (moving seats if necessary) and take single action turns back to back, (turn order proceeds as if there's only 1 main player) however they loses the ability to take the same action back to back if: 1. They no longer score last on the track 2. They are less than 7 points behind the leader. They can still take bottom then top action in this case. Solves all the problems at all player counts

[@MattCrawley_Music]

You are right about the merge - players need to prepare for it. I think a lot of people just play as well as they can up to the 3rd conflict without considering it. Have you played games without the merge? How was it?

[@BoardDownUnder]

We have, and in our experience it plays out exactly as you would expect! Nothing really changes - the game just carries on. In a tight game it might be more impactful because the lower players might have a chance to take the lead, but haven't experienced this scenario ourselves to comment there. This is why I like the merge - it shifts the game and adds a new variable at that point!

[@MattCrawley_Music]

@@BoardDownUnder that’s good to know. I used the merge once in a 3 player. The merged players lost considerably. But had a lot of fun, and the unmerged god was extremely nervous of us, especially being able to do whatever actions we wanted.

[@BoardDownUnder]

Sounds like the leader must have been off to a cracking start! But also sounds like everyone had fun though is the main thing, haha. Good to hear mate

[@danielmarco3513]

Love the games in your collection in the background! I feel we have a lot in common with your perspectives! Subscribed!

[@BoardDownUnder]

Glad to have you on board! We have a wide taste in games, but hopefully some of the content is up your alley! :)

[@juegosen30segundos53]

Excellent video! Really enjoyed watching you two and the way you talk calmly. Congratulations on the quality!

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks very much, appreciate the kind words ☺️

[@greytoeimp]

I really like how you discuss the strategic implications of the game while explaining it. It's a really good balance for players that know the game more, or less. Subbed! Good luck.

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed

Guys, superb video and review, i wasn't expecting such production value, i really like the order and the topics of the review that give this overview / deep knowledge of the game even for people like me that are still waiting for our first game, also for a "serious review" the few jokes really landed for me. Keep the good work!!

[@BoardDownUnder]

That's terrific feedback, thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@علیاکبرزارعی-ز4ض]

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[@DEaITLwithIT]

Really fun game. Merge mechanic is a bit weird but can make for some funny situations. Keep up the great reviews guys. Loving your videos!

[@gauravkhazanchi2072]

Really enjoyed playing this game! You both make some great points here. Great review!

[@NLoGBB]

Thanks to the both of you. My wife and I did got the opportunity to play our first game yesterday and found it hard to get those devotion points at the beginning. All in all, a beautiful and interesting gameplay. Will enjoy this game a lot of times. Also, I think that it will be a even split between friends loving or hating it.

[@BoardDownUnder]

You are more than welcome. Thank you! Glad you enjoyed your game - hopefully most your friends will enjoy it rather than a complete split! haha

[@christopherhealey8807]

Brilliant review, thoughtful and great structure

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks for the feedback ☺️

[@ryanskrenes6247]

Great input and review. I think the theme is stronger than you mention but hey, that's just me.

[@oerthling]

It's not just you. :-)

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks mate. I replied to oerthlings comment around theme, but didn't actually add much new input, haha. I can certainly see how others might disagree with theme, it just didn't resonate with us

[@tormodberg5259]

Real good. Thanks for playing the game more than once, like many other content creators do. I really liked this review

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks a bunch mate! :) Glad you enjoyed the review :)

[@CritsHappen]

Who cares how long the videos are, it's about content for me, and you guys nailed this with all aspects. Thank you for the hard work on this one!

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed. We (I, Jake specifically) tend to ramble a lot if left to my own devices, so we've been trying to find a balance between getting trying to get concise information out and just sharing our rambly thoughts! :)

[@robertkidson946]

I liked Miss' open-minded attitude towards the merge mechanic even if she ended up disliking it. I am always on the lookout for new things and I haven't even played a lot of games, and so it's always funny to see those reviewers who approach new mechanics with pessimism - if anything it should be the opposite! I also like that it seems you guys have played the game a good many times. I like reviews where this comes across because as you mentioned, games like this one in particular are expensive and so prospective buyers are going to want to get a lot of plays in as well.

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks very much, I did have really high hopes for the merge which potentially added to my disappointment with it!

[@browe]

I'm glad I found your channel. My wife is my main gaming partner, and we dig into some heavy games together. Not everything will be a hit though--your discussions are helping me dial in whether or not a title might work for us. Appreciate it!

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks so much, Brian. We're also glad you've found the channel, haha! Your feedback has been fantastic to read :)

[@RosemaryBirungi-db8cb]

So amazing, you guys your very creative keep it up 👍 nice to watch and so interesting 🤔🤔 may Allah bless you with all and bless the work of ur hands with many customers

[@finnmao8487]

Super useful and fun stuff. Thanks.

[@OrdemDoGraveto]

I belive the Merge works verry well in 4+ players games, but its awful in a 3 players game. I agree with the sitting position. We play like that as a house rule. The lower god moves to be right after the right one. That way they can comunicate cards by showing and poiting, instead of saying its name. And they always make their two actions in a row.

[@brotherhorus4316]

Great review, would like some kind of score system though.👍

[@ayenewgetnet1420]

Very nice review

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks mate. Super motivating to read a positive comment like this! :)

[@yankeejer]

Loved seeing the dialogue between a couple that enjoys playing together but both have unique perspectives. I enjoyed the corny jokes. Also, most importantly, you gave me a lot to think about whether this game is for me and my family or not. I ordered the all-in pledge and while it is shipping trying to determine if this game will be a hit. Still not sure though.

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thanks for the positive feedback! Glad the jokes were on the "good" side of corny. Sometimes the line of 'flat out lame' and 'funny lame' get blurred for me, haha. ;) If you want to elaborate on what areas of the game you might have concerns with, we might be able to shed a little more light on those areas for you?

[@yankeejer]

@@BoardDownUnder Hi there. Thanks for your reply. I think I am going to love the game. But I am not sure about my wife and kids. They surprisingly loved Blood Rage. Surprisingly, because there are no other games we have similar to Blood Rage that they enjoy. I am just not sure if I can get them past the learning point where they learn the fun strategies that can be employed. I am wondering what difference the pharoah expansion adds, as this might be something that draws them in.

[@BoardDownUnder]

​@@yankeejer Unfortunately we didn't pick up either the pantheon or pharaoh expansion, so that is definitely something I can't comment on. I can say that I've introduced friends to this that haven't been strategy gamers, and they have enjoyed the experience. The game itself is streamlined enough that I think most can "just play and have fun" without worrying about strategy. It's harder to do that if one or two in the group know the game and have learnt some strategy, but if your family is primarily playing the game together there's a fair chance they'll learn together and be over similar skill level, which is where this game shines. You could hedge your bet and just peel open the core game for 1 or 2 plays and see if they enjoy it. The resale value you have on the unopened expansions will still be high, you might just lose some $ on the opened core box if it's a miss for them

[@olanmills64]

'scrambled or poached' really got me 😂

[@fablesmith1931]

Thanks for the review. I'm about to play 4 or 5 player game this week and I was thinking about the Guardians 'problem'. Do you think it would work if you'd fill up Tier 2 with different level 1 Guardians and Tier 3 with level 2 Guardians, up to the number of players? So for instance at 4 players, Tier 2 would be supplemented with 2 level 1 Guardians? That way you're not too harshly punished if you're late to the party and it adds more cool dynamics to the game. Would that work?

[@BoardDownUnder]

This is really interesting!! We don't mind the game how it is, and tend to play without house rules as such just because I like to think the designers have done a better job than we would, haha. But we might actually give this a crack just to see how it feels. One issue is in a higher player game you would actually run out of figurines, so you either need a completely different guardian at that point or a substitute figure. Either way it sounds like something to try!

[@OrdemDoGraveto]

We house rule It so that ONE copy of EVERY Guardian is available in the game. Less variety between playthrous, but nobody ever get without a Guardian. And nobody has the same Guardian, so they feel more special when you get then hehe

[@pete7421]

Thanks for the great review! Out of curiosity, have you played Kemet? If so, which do you prefer between Kemet and Ankh?

[@BoardDownUnder]

Hey mate. Unfortunately we haven't played Kemet so can't really comment. Would love to give it a try though, and if we do hopefully we remember to post back here! ;)

[@luciano62626]

nose yo estoy por ina pagina que disque paga por vidualizacion

[@rmcdaniel2424]

Much better then Dice Tower. More uplifting, your honest reviews compared to just looking on the internet for drama.

[@BoardDownUnder]

That's very high praise. Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. :)

[@plymouthbethy3170]

Merci

[@tristangodfrey282]

Really enjoyed this review and, tbh, I think I'd much rather you folks called it 'long overdue' but have actually really played it (as you clearly have) rather than do a quick unboxing, run through the intro scenario and then chuck a near meaningless review up!!!! It's clear you've played it a bunch of times and have explored a lot of what the game has to offer (just a shame you haven't got any of the KS extras to have a go at).

[@BoardDownUnder]

Thank you, mate. Glad you've enjoyed the content! You're right, it is a real shame we don't have the the expansions to play with as I'd love to do full coverage on the game. I'm sure other content creators will fill that hole, though :D Thanks again!

[@IslamicWibes-sq2vg]

hi

[@MattCrawley_Music]

I would have found it hilarious if after all your great ankh videos you gave it a terrible review

[@BoardDownUnder]

Haha, we should have done this just for the entrainment value!!

[@علیاکبرزارعی-ز4ض]

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