Hyped in 2024… Forgotten in 2025

One year ago, I played a set of board games that I was excited about, hyped for, and had high hopes for. But now in 2025, how have they held up? In this video, I take a brutally honest look back at the games I played in early 2024 – and let’s just say, only one (or two) truly stood the test of time. From disappointments to fading hype, I’m breaking down what worked, what didn’t, and what I think you should still care about. Whether you're a longtime tabletop gamer or new to the hobby, this video will help you look critically at board game hype and long-term replayability. Thanks for watching! Please send media inquiries to [email protected] Support me on Patreon for $1? https://bit.ly/3soIpV2 Subscribe to my channel https://bit.ly/2GsSGM8 Time Stamp: 00:00 - One Year Later: February/March 2024 00:52 - Divinus 03:22 - Kingdom Rush: Elemental Uprising 05:20 - Floe: The Jury is still out 07:05 - Draft & Write Records 08:05 - Star Wars Unlimited 09:11 - Courtisans 10:34 - Dying Light 11:53 - Bebop 12:47 - River Valley Glassworks 14:01 - Vale of Eternity