Dice Tower Now 716: January 18, 2021

This episode, we present chapter one of a game designer horror story. Plus, "Terraforming Mars" launches a new expedition, Sagrada looks to its legacy, and Pokemon madness continues.

TOP STORIES:

• PortalCon set to launch January 23.
• "The Vienna Connection" reimagines "Detective" as a Cold War spy adventure.
• "Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition" streamlines the TM experience.
• Set sail with Leder Games' pirate-themed "Ahoy."
• 2019 Cardboard Edison Award Winner "Umbra Via" coming from Pandasaurus Games.
• The mystery deepens for "The Initiative."
• Floodgate Games announces "Sagrada Legacy."
• First edition Pokemon Booster Set sells for $408,000.

SPECIAL REPORT:

• Corey presents the first installment in one designer's remarkable tale of making their first game.

THE HOTNESS:

• Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition
• The King is Dead: Second Edition
• It's a Wonderful Kingdom
• Tinner's Trail
• Rococo: Deluxe Edition
• Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion

KICKSTARTER:

• The Dice Tower 2021 Fundraiser
• Alba
• CMON Presents: The Animation Collection

CONNECT:

• Follow our curated Twitter newsfeed @DiceTowerNow.
• Check out the Tabletop Game Talk podcast with Chris and Kitty.
• Dig in with Corey at DiceTowerDish.com.