The French Kiss Awards are here! 💋🏆At Around the Board, we don't always agree on board games. In fact, disagreements are usually half the fun. But every once in a while, a game comes along that earns the highest honor we can give: a unanimous French Kiss Award.In this video, Andy, Daniel, John, and the rest of the Around the Board crew each present a board game that all four of us agree is absolutely fantastic. These are the rare games that transcend personal tastes, genres, and play styles to earn a French Kiss from everyone at the table.What makes these games so special? Why do they stand out in a hobby filled with incredible options? Join us as we celebrate four board games that have achieved the impossible—complete agreement from the Around the Board team.Do you agree with our picks? Which games would earn a French Kiss Award from your gaming group? Let us know in the comments!👍 Like, Subscribe, and ring the bell for more board game reviews, top lists, news, and all things tabletop gaming.#BoardGames #TabletopGames #FrenchKissAwards #AroundTheBoard #BoardGameReview #BoardGaming

What makes a board game “cozy”? Is it relaxing gameplay, charming artwork, peaceful themes… or just the perfect game to enjoy with friends and family on a quiet night?In this video, the Around the Board crew counts down our Top 10 Cozy Board Games! From calming strategy games to feel-good favorites, we’re sharing the games that help us unwind and enjoy the hobby at a slower pace.Did your favorite cozy game make the list? Let us know your go-to comfort game in the comments!#BoardGames #CozyGames #TabletopGames #BoardGameCommunity #Top10BoardGamesE-Mail us at danielatbshow@gmail.com and Mail@aroundtheboard.netJoin our Facebook Page at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1374236329514579Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/aroundtheboard_atb/0:00 Intro7:03 River Valley Glassworks10:34 Cat Lady13:33 Lord of the Ring's Trick Taker16:40 Cozy Sticker Ville19:57 Canvas23:09 Harmonies25:34 Santa's Workshop28:46 Between Two Cities31:40 Dream Home34:49 Gartenbau37:26 Arboretum40:47 Dixit43:33 Dust in the Wings46:40 Forrest Shuffle49:19 Codenames Duet52:30 Kerala56:14 7 Wonders Architects59:57 Kelly's Extra1:01:00 Andy's Extra1:02:25 Daniel's Extra1:04:14 John's Extra1:05:52 Outro

Around the Board is diving deep into water-themed board games with special guest Gruffus from @PuppetTabletop ! First, we take a look at Endeavor: Deep Sea and share our thoughts on the latest underwater strategy game making waves in the hobby.Then things get tough as we answer the ultimate gamer question: if you could only keep ONE board game to play for the rest of your life, what would it be? After that, we each reveal our Top 3 water-themed board games before wrapping things up with a salty round of Board Game Karen.Grab your life jacket and join us Around the Board!0:00 Gruffus3:59 Endeavor Review4:09 Endeavor Rule Teach8:50 Kelly's Review12:06 Gruffus' Review14:25 Daniel's Review18:21 John's Review27:01 1 Game Forever28:04 Daniel's Pick31:04 John's Pick34:16 Kelly's Pick37:41 Gruffus' Pick43:02 Splorgle Blast!!!43:43 Top 3 Water Games44:12 John's Top 347:57 Kelly's Top 351:48 Gruffus' Top 358:16 Daniel's Top 31:05:32 Board Game Karen1:06:14 Game 11:13:19 Game 21:20:30 Game 31:26:46 Winner1:27:57 Outro