Top 10 Games of 2018

[@verridian]

As a fellow Ameritrash/Euro/Mini painter/Family/ gamer I appreciate the diversity of you reviews. Keep up the good work. Picked up Thunderstone Quest because of your review as a Christmas present to myself. Looking forward to seeing more in 2019.

[@patrickfoster93]

I've never been an Ameritrash or miniature gamer until I started watching your channel and listening to the podcasts. This year I've played/purchased/looked into Soul Wars, Blackstone, Kill Team, Legion...so many things out of my norm (and comfort zone) because of you. Thanks for the excellent content! Merry Christmas/happy new year!

[@DriveThruReview]

[@patrickfoster93]

@@DriveThruReview Haha well I didn't buy them all YET. Only Legion and Soul Wars...but I'm strongly considering the other two since I'm having such a good time with a branch of the hobby that had been so foreign to me. Thanks again!

[@tamaraj.cardinal4674]

This video gave me a strong choice of games to choose from based upon your recommendations. I like that you separated the games into categories. Love the new look to your intro as well. Keep up the great work.

[@crushingit5128]

Ive been following you over the years, and I love how diverse your taste is now. I dont think there is a single channel out there that will cover miniatures, card games, and board games in one. I really want to get my hands on the Blackfortress game. I love Gloomhaven, but my god the setup!

[@DarthEd77]

Thanks, Joel, for your thoughts. I’m glad to hear them, and I feel your voice is an important and unique contribution to the hobby. Case in point: I’ve never even heard of Blackstone Fortress, honestly. It sounds great! Ditto for that Warhammer CCG. Everyone seems to be going gaga over Key Forge, but not a whole lot of talk out there about that. Cheers and happy holidays!

[@Nikleas]

Thank you for all the great content this year again Joel! Now I need to look into Blackstone Fortress. Excited about underwater cities too

[@BrunoBaronet]

My favorite "Top games of the year" compilation this year. Very well done. I appreciate your honest demeanor. Merry Christmas!

[@sannzevenbergen1460]

Love your way of presenting your best of the year video, different from the rest. And I agree with most of them ;)

[@jimgrant9081]

I love the way you thought about categories of games. It allows us to hear about the 3+ in each style, which makes sense because each of us probably has different tastes. This approach still gives us a good idea what to try if we want to experiment with games in a different category.

[@adamkenney6932]

I always love your honesty, Joel. Not to say that other reviewers aren't honest, but you're just very vulnerable and open. Thanks for the list!

[@DriveThruReview]

Thanks Adam. I appreciate it!

[@scotts6886]

Always enjoy your lists and glad to hear you are enjoying doing the videos and podcasts again!

[@davesarley]

Thanks for the list Joel. Nice to see something with a little bit broader perspective. Also glad to hear you've been able to work through the issues and find yourself in a better place as we close out the year.

[@johnofwar4580]

Thanks for another great video. Glad that you're having fun again making the videos. I enjoy watching them, even when I'm not all that interested in the particular game. Keep on playing and reviewing whatever appeals to you.

[@rhubahb]

Happy Holidays Joel! Personally, I love the diversity of your gaming interests - how that enables you to bring a broader perspective to your reviews, podcast, etc. and how it has opened up other gaming options out there that I wouldn't have otherwise considered. Your diversity is one of the key reasons why I enjoy your content so much. Looking forward to more DriveThru in 2019.

[@LukeMasouras]

Great Stuff! Keep it coming! Like both this and the podcast. Have been following you for some time but this is the first time I have commented. Do not worry, I also love all kind of games...Euroes, Ameritrash, and anything that I find fun!

[@ryanp2462]

Really appreciate the thoughtful breakdowns of each category/game. So much to consider! And as a new board game geek, I have been overwhelmingly impressed with the various KZbin, BGG, Reddit, etc. individuals who have helped me craft a collection of fun and interesting games. So, please keep your faith in the good people who appreciate your time and passion for this growing hobby and community. A very merry, happy to you!

[@user-sh2dn5ut7k]

Nice job, appreciate the game categories subdivision system for top 10. Keep it up and happy holidays!

[@TheKawkawlin8]

I like how you break these down into categories. Great list.

[@TheRealWookieman]

Great list - as always. Big & mad love from germany for your excellent work. You put more love, fun & precision in your hobby as some other people in their daily work :D. Stay like this, please! And two of your honourable mentions are two of my favorite games of this year (everdell & root)

[@geekhype]

Great video as usual! Quite a few games I will need to pick up after the holidays!

[@christianthatcher4108]

Very interesting list. It's nice to see a Ameritrash loving reviewer. Keep up the good work!

[@MJPeterson100]

Happy holidays. Always appreciate your content. Keep up the great work.

[@danlucas5110]

I always enjoy your Top 10 lists (Solo Games, Games of the Year). This list was a nice blend of games that I've seen on lists from other reviewers (Cryptid, Root, Everdell) and games that otherwise would not be on my radar (e.g., Gaslands). Thank you!

[@jamesmurphy5087]

Love the video and the format you used for the top ten! It’s a refreshing change from the norm!

[@benschaub1917]

I'm a big fan of the way you set up the video by different categories. Keep up the awesome work!

[@hadgoth1]

You're a gem! Thanks for doing this over the years and glad to hear you are in your comfort zone now. Keep it up!

[@dandurkin9735]

I appreciate the diversity of games on your list! The Mind, Just One, and Decrypto have been hits for me, too. Merry Christmas!

[@01hornsfan]

I was hoping Blackstone Fortress would be your GOTY and was not disappointed. Our group loves it too. Clean design but keeps you interested in progressing. Great video--thanks for what you do.

[@purespeculation]

I like your category breakdown. Your #1 game of the year is now very high on my buy list.

[@sdfnet40k51]

Thanks for all your efforts covering so many games this year and bringing together this summary of the best of the year!

[@emmawalpole3580]

Really enjoyed the way you did your top 10 list, very relaxed and I was introduced to new games. Have subscribed, look forward to watching more.

[@Nain1982]

hadn't seen too many of your videos this year! glad to see this vid and your Forum trajanum review was good! Hope you keep bringing some more. Happy holidays!

[@jasonschonberg4082]

Thank you for putting this list together. I always find it very useful to get direction in the sea of games around us. Happy Holidays!

[@Crysmalion]

Great list. Really liked the short descriptions as well.

[@joelkarpowitz9872]

Great takes on these. Like others have said, I like the breakdown into the different categories and the diversity of game styles you're celebrating. Thanks for your channel!

[@rexology2]

Thanks for another great collection of thoughts and opinions about games. Since coming back to the hobby 5 years ago or so, I have enjoyed your videos. There is never any question about what is driving your opinions...I always feel like you put your reactions out there mostly unfiltered. As long as you are enjoying creating these, I'll be around to enjoy watching them. Now if I can just find time for the podcast...

[@trevorames889]

I'm a first time viewer, as I've just been sitting in my bed hungover all day for New Years, but I really enjoyed your diversity and honesty about your likes.

[@rjletourneau]

Thanks for all the videos this year & look forward to more next year.

[@lemiless]

I loved this top 10. Such a cool variety of genres and games. I really like your channel... also, love the hat. :)

[@slapthekillswitch]

Really like how this top 10 was presented with the categories. You just set the gold standard, Well done.

[@bretttalbot4119]

Always loved your reviews as your taste lines up closest out of most of the reviewers. Keep up the great work. Happy holidays.

[@petermobius]

Thanks for doing what you do Joel. I've been watching on and off but definatley your yearly "top 10's" ; ) for 5 or six years now. Thanks and Merry Christmas!

[@AlexanderGiraldez]

Thanks for all the hard work this year. Happy holidays and looking forward to the new year!

[@jkegz]

Keep doing what you do, Joel. I love that you get excited about games in lots of different genres.

[@drmartin1998]

Great year in review, think I'll try Wildlands now. I'm totally with you as a miniatures gamer, I also love all the other game types. Long time watcher, first time commenter, so thanks for taking the time to put this content together.

[@francisconicolet8381]

First time in your top end of the year list!! Great work in your channel, congrats

[@Paul_Tuck23]

Great list sir. I really enjoy that you break it up by category!

[@pad92011]

I loved this style of end of the year top 10. It is more varied and overall more useful than the majority of end of the year vids out there.

[@wally3533]

Amazing way to do a top 10. It covers more than 10 games anduses categories. love this.

[@davekoehnlein4575]

Good to see you Joel! I’ve been away from board gaming for a while but it’s nice seeing that you’re still on KZbin! Merry Christmas man!

[@thedicehaveit]

Always look forward to your top 10 list more than the others out there.

[@johanvanaswegen3953]

First time watching your channel and I was so surprised. Enjoyed this list a lot.

[@letmelooser]

Great list. Thankyou for another great year of drive thru reviews and thoughts.

[@szajko4360]

Great list. Was surprised not to find Yellow and Yangtze among the Euros you mentioned. Also, I remember that you were anticipating the new edition of CO2 (I think you would love that as well!).

[@kylerazak2910]

Always enjoy hearing your opinions on games. Thanks for another great video.

[@duaneleavesley3778]

Very cool top ten! I like the way you broke it into categories.

[@CoolPotatoe]

Great list. Keep on doing what you do and play what you enjoy. Ad a painter and mini collector, I love all these new mini games lately. Happy New Year!

[@stevemay1413]

Awesome list, usually listen in the car, got to watch this one, keep it up!!

[@chrisschrader4004]

Love your annual top 10 lists for the year. Thanks for doing them!

[@howardwoods7875]

Cool video! I like that you split the list out into a few categories.

[@CorporateCheese]

Thanks, Joel! You have a few games not found on others board game lists. I appreciate the variety.

[@callred13]

Really like this review. Different games than I’ve seen on many other channels.

[@nuffDREW4two]

Really enjoyed the format for your top games of 2018 - great to have the variety. Happy holidays!

[@PlayaGonnaPlay]

Great content. Love the depth and frankness. Thanks for all the hard work putting these together!

[@RayPhay]

Great video Joel. I find it interesting to see the different reviewers and the different games that the find as there favorites for the year. A good reason why there is a need for multiple reviewers and multiple opinions. Have a great Holidays.

[@TheMrE]

Thanks for this year-end review. Looking forward to a few of these in your list.

[@hypnotoad55]

Love your reviews, we have similar taste, in fact I picked up Thunderstone Quest for Christmas - can't wait. Keep up the great work

[@jmlitwiller]

I've been watching you off and on for years, Joel, and I really appreciate your commentary and the time and effort you put into your content. Merry Christmas, Joel!

[@pennincao]

Really glad to hear you are in a good place concerning producing this content. Been watching you since the beginning... You do an excellent job. Thanks.

[@geoffcost7330]

Always look forward to your end of year list. A few surprises no less. Thanks again!

[@jean-francoisblais7940]

You know what I just subscribed to your channel because you covered a wide range of games in this top 10 (including miniatures games which I don’t play anymore).

[@haydenadams3503]

Hey, really enjoyed this format and how you divided them by categories. Merry Christmas and a happy new year!

[@jimkeel8967]

Fairly new fan here. It's just nice to see somebody actually reviewing games without a bias. Would love that Warhammer game. I've been wanting to get it but definitely can't afford it! Keep up the great work!

[@laurapiche5205]

Joel- Loved your Top 10+ of 2018 games video! Thanks! Also, your Hobby Videos from the last year or two are what introduced me to miniatures and mini painting-an entirely new area of the hobby I had never explored! Thanks so much for all of the work you do-it does not go unappreciated! Best wishes for the holidays and a wonderful 2019!

[@thegleesinrichmond460]

Of all the Top X Videos, I enjoy yours the most.

[@MCJesse-hu4ru]

Lovin' the hat! Great list as well. Merry Christmas!

[@drmartin1998]

I totally agree with this.

[@Redbrick2182]

Thanks for the awesome video, couldn't agree with you more on Cryptid, might be one of the best designed games I've played in a while!

[@keller376]

Always my favorite lists. Love the channel and Merry Christmas

[@jeffbaker5780]

Love The Edge: Dawnfall. The warchest is huge. I found that the factions really do feel and play differently than one another. Thanks for the list and the giveaway. Always enjoy your work!

[@KristofferYiFredriksson]

Great list. I really enjoy your channel in general. Merry Christmas and a Happy New year.

[@mikesalviani6115]

Great video Joel. I love your content and watch everything you post. Keep up the good work...and start another Patreon so your loyal fans can support you!

[@DriveThruReview]

Thank you Mike. I appreciate the sentiment.

[@stefanholleyn7881]

Great list once again! I really dig the mix of strategy and miniature games. Happy Holidays!

[@gamerchrisnorwood]

Great video! I'm a little less plugged into the hobby than I used to be, so your insights are really great! Thanks so much!

[@agfa25]

Great lists!! Thank you for the rundown.. found some new perspectives and new games to explore. Too bad I missed on a few of those kickstarters. Keep up the great work!

[@Clappincardboard]

Awesome top 10! Of all the top ten videos I’ve watched this year I feel your list is the most interesting and makes me want to try all these games! I have 5-6 of the on your list but I feel I need more :). Also hoping to see you play heroes of black reach too!

[@DriveThruReview]

I need to track down a copy of that. Also interested to see me play it :)

[@LookAtTheBacon]

Love you Joel. Thanks for the diverse list. You're doing great as always. Merry Christmas

[@zomborya]

Thanks for the list Joel. I'm always impressed with the range of games you're into and I definitely trust your judgement on Euros :-). I enjoy the podcast as well and glad to hear you're in a good spot heading into the new year. My son and I are going to try out miniature painting in the near future and your Wildlands vid was great for a beginner. Hope you enjoy the holidays.

[@DriveThruReview]

Awesome. Glad to see you're making it a family affair :)

[@webHead604]

Thanks for another awesome video. I’ve been watching your stuff for years, but have never commented. I’m not into miniature games but I appreciate you broadening your horizons. If anything, I think it gives you a broader perspective, which can only help in reviewing a variety of genres. Keep doing what you do and have a happy holiday.

[@codename0018]

Thanks for the list! As a long time viewer -- I remember the good ol' days when I was excited to play Evolution: The Origin of Species after watching your video, the original Russian edition; not the new Americanised fancy ones the kids these days play ;P -- I'm always happy to have your new videos. I also like that you have separate categories. It would be nice if we could have more games in each category, though, hehe. Glad to hear that you feel you're in a good spot. Happy Holidays and hope to see more awesome videos next year!

[@snordg]

I've enjoyed your review style for a long while...going back to when you sat on a sofa and used black & white. Never played any Warhammer board games yet but watching your channel makes me want to.

[@lorenzocastagnola5928]

Great video, i really appreciate the multi-categories approach to a Top-x list. Just in time for some Christmas gifts :) Happy holidays from Italy !!

[@xelissa]

Thanks for the video and contest, Joel! I alwahs enjoy your content and perspective.

[@Falcon-ev6ct]

Hi Joel, great video, enjoyed the new format, you tried something different and I like it.Keep up the great work!

[@Glitterbrook]

Thanks for putting together the video. I enjoyed hearing about your choices. I think the 5 genres is a good way to do it--gives a wider sense of what's become available for the year without making the list (and the video) long. Also, thanks for offering the contest.

[@MisterChris1978]

Thanks for the list of your top games of the year. Always a pleasure to watch!

[@niland1848]

Hi Joel... thanks for your videos and I’m glad you are in a good place with your videos. I appreciate your insight and high quality videos.

[@jdebarr]

I agree on Thunderstone Quest. I really love the game and cannot wait for the solo variant to come out next year

[@raidernation4277]

Great video! I really like the categories. Blackstone is what I’m hoping Santa brings me! I’ve been digging the battle reports and looking forward to more (especially that Blackstone play through 😉). Glad to hear your in a good spot. Your my most trusted opinion on ALL games (hard to believe it would matter to people that you play/review miniature games. Strange.) Your battle reports explain AOS so well I’ve been really looking at picking up Soul Wars & trying it out. Happy Holidays to you & yours!

[@Studio7283]

Thanks for another great year of reviews and gaming insight, have a great Christmas.

[@jmsimons777]

Great list! Love the variety that you show Joel. Thanks so much for keeping me updated with good games to keep an eye on. Blackstone Fortress certainly interests me. Just come up in NZ this month.

[@SCmtnSean]

Appreciate the time and thought that went into this top ten. Merry Christmas. Like the cap. I'm incapacitated with a herniated disc and grateful for the 45min. diversion.

[@DriveThruReview]

Sorry to hear that. Hope you can rest and get better!

[@shallzlive]

I love your top 10 as its split into the categories. Thank you!