Parks board game review - a beautiful exploration game

[@bilbo_t_baggins2762]

Wheels yelling parklife was pretty funny. I enjoyed this review, it went in a bit of a blur.

[@JameSeraphim]

Wow the bots are circlejerking themselves now.

[@garrisonkunst3645]

As an American, I'm quite pleasantly surprised to find out that there is a promotional board game about our national parks that is actually good. Glad to hear that you enjoyed it!

[@InfelixSoror]

I always enjoy little weird moments of realism in games - only being able to share space with other people four times a year? Seems about right

[@michaelcreek3813]

You can actually use it twice each season, because your campfire relights whenever one of your hikers reaches Trail End, giving your trailing hiker the opportunity to use it again that season.

[@stormy7745]

I bought this game as a Christmas present for my sister and brother-in-law because they are very outdoors-y people who also enjoy boardgames, and they are very excited to try it! Never would have known about it if not for this review!

[@kitsoskitsou]

2019: "I doubt I'll dip into solo mode that much more in the future" 2020: "my sweet summer child"

[@nummy_nummers]

*awaits Let's Play where Johnny punches Wheels for shouting 'Park Life!' again *

[@wrath_spirit4705]

I love this series. It officially got me and my family into board games. Thanks Dicebreaker!

[@VinegarAndSaltedFries]

Wrath_Spirit Welcome to the hobby, if you need any advice or questions let me know. If you ever want a game similar but themed different, Tokaido is similar, and equally as beautiful and can be had for under 30$.

[@Amaritudine]

Wife and I bought it last week, played it for the first time today. Safe to say we'll be playing this one a lot, especially once we've introduced it to our gaming group. I'd likely have never even noticed it in the store if not for this review, but you convinced us to give it a go!

[@isabellecw1]

I just wanted to say that I really love the mix of reviews and let's plays you're doing on the channel, it really makes me feel like I understand the game really well and that I know what I'll be getting myself into.

[@jonathanpayne858]

As an outdoorsy American, I have some thoughts about the realism of this game. First if this really wanted to simulate visiting National parks it would be locked at a 20 player minimum. Seriously those places are always so crowded. We spent hours in traffic jams in Glacier National Park, and any hike you go on will be with your ten new best friends. This has it's ups and downs, as community can be nice, but finding a good place to camp gets harder, there can be a lot more trash, and it drives up costs. If you want a more solitary experience, State Parks and registered wilderness is the way to go. Great Sand Dunes National Park in Colorado is an awe inspiring experience, and though hard to access Holy Cross Wilderness is equally breathtaking. Prairie Creek State Park in California has all the majesty of the Redwood Forests without the expense or crowds. Goblin Valley Utah has awesome rock formations like Zion or Arches National Parks, but you can climb around on the rocks and no one cares! In Idaho where I am now there are no National parks because the State made everything State Parks, allowing for more focus on activity use, and less restriction due to tourism influx. It's great! The Frank Church Wilderness here in Idaho is amazing and one of the biggest wilderness areas in the Nation! Not to say National Parks are bad, and they are definitely worth going to, but if you don't have the money or don't like the crowds State Parks are a fantastic alternative. Secondly, no National Park will let you light a fire. Fire restrictions in National Parks are super strict, and for good reason. There's way too many people in those campsites with way too little common sense. Thirdly, again due to crowds wildlife is rare. You can tell there's a moose or a grizzly in public view in Yellowstone due to the apocalyptic rode blockage that will occur when people abandon their vehicles to try to get a picture. Fourth, the depiction of rangers seems entirely accurate to me, with the exception that they sometimes make you listen to community college style lectures, or make you touch gross animals, like slugs. Fifth, the experience of wheels loudly shouting inane bullshit disturbing the otherwise serene experience is realistic to the experience of a National Park campsite. Thank you for reading my essay.

[@PeacefulPagoda]

Just sent this video to a friend of mine, as we both enjoy board games and national parks! Cheers!

[@phyllissmith1966]

A lot like real park experiences(didn't want to get hit for saying park****). You can go alone when you want solitude but that is not what is the most fun. Sharing it with family or friends makes it more fun and makes you want to go again. I think I will grab this one. Thanks

[@nymalous3428]

This looks like the kind of game my mother would like, not to try and win, but just to look at the cards and enjoy the experience. I won't be able to play this without the lazy bluegrass music from the video playing in my head. Nice touch, that.

[@DancertheRose]

I've been collecting the postcards version for several years, I saw this when visiting parks this year and was curious about it, now I really want it!

[@TheDJBostock]

"I will batter you!" cracked me the heck up.

[@nightcatarts]

This does look pretty, & it looks as though the card stock & finish are quality too. It's a pity more games don't have more resilient pieces & parts, considering how much some of them cost. Edit: Parklife!

[@JachAnen]

Me: *Looks around. See no one. Me: Parkli- Johnny: *Appears and batters me

[@IIToneAII]

Great review. Thoughtful and truthful! Thanks for what you guys do and keep it up!

[@bookwormbryan]

Wow, just noticed you've got a ton of stellar work done on your arms! A lot of thought and effort (and $$$) went into those, damn. Super rad.

[@CrenJay]

All the people! So many people! And they all go commenting on this video asking why Wheels is shouting Park life..

[@nickysmith2861]

Fly out later this week on an organised tour holiday including 8 of the US National Parks (across 6 states) & am hoping it will be on sale in one of the visitor centres. Would be a great reminder of the trip.

[@Daley63]

Played once. Enjoyed it. Would like to buy it, but not at it's current rate. It's got beautiful artwork, which may be driving the price point, but I just don't think it would get to the table enough to justify that price.

[@povs]

Daley Portland I can understand. I mean it depends on what type of game you play and value. For me if I get even 2 plays out of a game though it’s worth it. You go see a movie now it costs $50 for a couple hours. So for me if I pay $50 for this even 1 play it’s paid for itself. But that’s my view of every game.

[@iout]

Is there a particular reason why Wheels was shouting "Park Life"? It's funny, but I feel like I'm missing some context.

[@phylion6067]

It's one of the funniest things to play when you're doing something crazy in a game like; -outrunning the cops in a ridiculous chase in Need For Speed: Most Wanted -the GM could play it when the party causes an uproar in the town -an over the top chase that may call for the benny hill theme -being a high level and going to a lower level area and absolutely owning everything in your path -anything deadpool does Here's the video, worth a watch; kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4TYeaWKm8icobc (Blur's most known song is probably Song 2, which is the "WOOHOO, got my head checked by a jumbo jet" rock one used in ads)

[@krillblade]

Great Review. Is there a source for the background music?

[@shawnheatherly]

I love the look of this, certainly agree that it's a pretty game. It does seem fun but I will say it's more complicated than I'd have guessed.

[@NBEEALEX]

I'd love to watch a let's play of this. It looks both calming and engaging and would I think make for excellent viewing

[@cthulhufhtagn2483]

"Well, fortunately or unfortunately - depending on how much you like added complexity..." FORTUNATELY

[@kaushtubhchauhan]

PARK LIFE!!!! This looks like a good game if you guys make a let's play video with eurogamer

[@SamuraiFantana]

Played this for the first time last night and it is just a nice relaxing game (much like Tokaido). I came last and didn't care one bit.

[@azza50jaffa]

Well done is there any other similar games like parks ?

[@iwritesometimes]

awesome review - and such a gorgeous game. i'm torn because i'm pretty sure i don't know a single other person who'd want to play this with me...but it's almost too pretty not to own the way a dragon hoards beautiful treasure. this is how people get a board game addiction, isn't it.

[@isabellecw1]

This game just looks brilliant, and omg so beautiful, and a really neat way to fulfil my dreams of going to US National Parks without having to pay for the airfare. Pretty wildlife solitaire doesn't sound half bad either. Loving the contributions from Wheels too XD

[@TheNose95]

25 seconds in and you've already earned my like, based half on Johnny's Magic Tavern tee and half on the Parklife gag #Parklife #ChuntPlease

[@idiotgamer5271]

It’s weird to have a competitive game be so relaxed. Not something I would’ve considered but your review has given me a reason to possibly give it a look.

[@lordvoldemort1115]

Not the ending we wanted but the ending we needed, Park life!!!!

[@skypaul24]

4:22 When someone goes for your last slice of pizza 😂

[@Technoir444]

Loving the series, any plans on doing themed let’s play, Christmas games at Christmas or horror games at Halloween? Could I suggest Game of Dracula, a really fun game best with 4 players so you might need a couple of friends.

[@91rudi]

"I will batter you". I love you Johnny :,)

[@frodobaggins7710]

Sounds pretty complex, not sure if my brain could keep up with all of the details in a big game. It looks great though, so I might pick it up. PARKLIFE

[@shifttheshaman]

If the last card in the deck has Ellie strapped to a table as doctors carve her up for a cure to the zombie plague....I'm flipping the table.

[@TransGuyShane]

This looks like a beautiful game :) It looks like a nice game to add to the collection :) I'll be able to play it on my own but also it seems like something my sister would be into so I'd be able to play the full thing sometimes too :)

[@michaelsimao495]

Its amazing looks fun like actually visiting the parks

[@syzygeist_]

Yum. Battered rubber is my favorite.

[@lisquidsnake]

Can you guys do the Dark Crystal board game??

[@onecrewproductions]

This is a very unique premise for a board game, it's pretty cool.

[@onecrewproductions]

Well, card game really but yeah, this is an odd game lol

[@scyldscefing3913]

Exceptional review. Thanks.

[@robbie.205]

Great review, thanks for sharing.

[@bradyv8324]

loved this! i may have to pick this up lol

[@burrliese3810]

Ah man, I really wanted to like this game because it's so pretty and I'm a big fan of nature and wildlife. Unfortunately, the gameplay looks like almost everything I hate about multiplayer games, and the solo version will definitely trigger my anxiety xD

[@berlinoisette3532]

Acadia National Park? More like Arcadia Bay with that lighthouse! Glad to see they took the picture before I sacrificed everyone for my girl crush 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@AD_Gray]

Looks gorgeous and well worth a go :)

[@thembill8246]

Reminds me a lot of an American Tokaido. I love that game. Am I completely off with that comparison?

[@nightcatarts]

I can see the similarity, but this one feels a lot simpler because of the reduced number of activities on offer. I can't quite see how this one plays so hopefully there will be a playthrough video at some point.

[@brocksisson7128]

Been waiting for this review ever since I saw the clip of the aftermath on Twitter.

[@VinegarAndSaltedFries]

I find this a lovely light two player game...but lacks a bit at 3 or higher. Just my opinion though.

[@FredzGreen]

It would be interesting would guys make of Too Many Bones or Cloudspire both by Chip theory games. Could that be on the horizon? I like your videos, to the point and informative.

[@Darrinpepe]

Great review. Park life!! 🤣

[@SisyphusX]

You know, the Park Life callout and callback was indeed wonderful. But you DO realize it’s going to be shouted at you at every single joint appearance from now on?

[@iancarvalho8371]

Hello! Is the English edition (first printing)?

[@MrUkraider]

Oh wheels, what are you like, (poor Johnny)

[@CoryWesterlund]

Played last night. Good game.

[@ultraelectromagneticburniq439]

Is it good in 1-player mode?

[@InuKun2008]

I had a feeling when I saw the title of the video, that you were going to make the "Parklife" reference.

[@seaborgium919]

I really wish ya'll would invest in captions...

[@pinkcloudsnightlightbell]

Yeah! 😃 CC would be great

[@cthulhufhtagn2483]

Just for fun, I tried setting this video to 2160p on my laptop computer. It did it (unbelievably), but it loaded so slowly that Johnny's mouth moved slower than his words.

[@pinkcloudsnightlightbell]

Mildly creepy video playback? Sounds pretty wicked

[@cthulhufhtagn2483]

@@pinkcloudsnightlightbell It was! But that's just park life for you.

[@SuspiciousClams]

Yesss, Blur references.

[@phylion6067]

PARKLIFE! I laughed so hard

[@kendoyle]

I can't believe this channel's pro Blur anti Oasis standpoint (jk) *ducks*

[@nickjeffery536]

PARKS LIFE!!!

[@tarnim80]

PARKLIFE

[@Smacr24]

Game dad is scary 😱 Run wheels

[@rebeccaanderton185]

Park Life!

[@Paldasan]

All the people. So many people.

[@trophygatherer]

PARK LIFE!

[@Lordpooz09]

R.I.P. Wheels?

[@davidstepanek6107]

Parklife!!!

[@marcolai9735]

Parklife!

[@famousstranger8468]

I played Parks the other day with the kids... until the little girl fell and bruised her knee and then we all had to leave the Park 😏

[@darrenmaley5436]

This reminds me of tokido

[@Giga-lemesh]

RIP Wheels

[@anannon8384]

You are going to make me go _broke_

[@mikedidvlogs8665]

Do you really think park goers will have time for pict recordings when there are heretics scheming, sneezing, sleasing and seething all over the place? This is your (fairly late) fourteenth request to play Dark Heresy First Edition.

[@martinconway8174]

Parklife

[@varunchaturvedi2581]

First. Alright, where's my trophy?

[@Duke_of_H3ll]

Here it is *nothing*

[@varunchaturvedi2581]

@@Duke_of_H3ll Darn it.

[@varunchaturvedi2581]

*PARKLIFE*

[@IIVSavvyVII]

Park Life!!!

[@alexixeno4223]

Parklife!