Join hosts Jordan and Thomas for weekly board game discussions, playthrough impressions, and tabletop gaming banter. Each episode dives into a modern board game we played that week: strategy games, euro games, and card-driven favourites, exploring mechanics, components, and overall gameplay experience as we review our current plays. Whether you’re a hobby gamer or deep into the tabletop scene, tune in for honest insights, humour, and recommendations. Find all our info at currentplayspodcast.wixsite.com/currentplays
Hail, Society! The Golds may sit at the top of the hierarchy, but there’s room for everyone to scheme, manoeuvre, and climb the social ladder. This week on Current Plays, Jordan and Thomas enter the world of Red Rising, the fast-paced card game from Stonemaier Games inspired by Pierce Brown’s bestselling science-fiction series.
A little lighter and quicker than our usual fare, Red Rising more than makes up for it with high player interaction, spectacular card combinations, and plenty of opportunities to turn the tables on your rivals. Every card played opens the door to new possibilities, and building the perfect combination is an immensely satisfying part of the experience. But what really makes this game shine is its theme. The world of Red Rising absolutely drips from the cards and gameplay, bringing the colours, characters, and ruthless social hierarchy of the Society to life.
Never fear if you haven't read the books! There's plenty here to enjoy without knowing your Golds from your Reds. But if you're already a fan of Pierce Brown's universe, you'll find even more to love than a Rose Pink.
So choose your colour, gather your allies, and remember: the Society rewards the ambitious. Hail Reaper!
25 Oct 2026
S3E44- Trajan
This week on Current Plays, Jordan and Thomas travel back to ancient Rome for Trajan, an oldie but a goodie that still has plenty to offer modern euro gamers. At the heart of the game is its brilliant action selection mechanism, where every move sets up possibilities for what comes next and turning that little tray of pieces becomes a tactical puzzle all its own.
There are plenty of systems to explore, and Thomas loves the variety of ways to build your position and score points. Jordan finds some of those systems a little more disconnected, a reminder of Trajan’s place in the history of the euro game. But when it comes down to actually playing the game, both hosts have a great time navigating the tactical possibilities and making the most of every turn.
So dust off your caligae and join us as we revisit a classic that proves an older game can still bring plenty of fun to the table.
9 Oct 2026
S3E43 - Tapestry
This week on Current Plays, Jordan and Thomas turn their attention to Tapestry, Stonemaier Games’ bold and brilliant take on the civilization-building board game. Rather than following the familiar path of traditional civilization games, Tapestry charts its own course, delivering a wonderfully distinctive experience that just seems to hit all the right notes.
From developing your civilization across multiple tracks to watching your society evolve over time, there’s something special about the way Tapestry brings its systems together. And then there’s the production! Even in the base game box, the components feel truly premium, making this one gorgeous package from the moment you open the lid.
Sometimes a game is simply wonderful, and Tapestry is one of those games. Join us as we explore what makes this unique civilization-building experience such a standout!
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