Billy Indiana

Billy Indiana

My name is Bill Webb, and I am a science teacher, basketball coach, board game enthusiast, and LA Dodger fan. I live in the LA area and love spending time with my family, especially my 3 kids and 6 grandkids. On this channel, I provide board game unboxing videos, reviews, previews, and crowdfunding updates.

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  • @Neon_Gorilla
    @Neon_Gorilla4 күн бұрын

    Looks like lots of stuff I need to try.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 күн бұрын

    After I get moved up there, we'll have to find a way to meet and play a game or two!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana9 күн бұрын

    At 39:45 I keep referring to the Epic Deed as a Demon. It is an Epic Deed, and while it requires a Chronicle Action to accomplish it, I apologize for the confusion by referring to it incorrectly.

  • @TwoAcornsGames
    @TwoAcornsGames13 күн бұрын

    Hey there! We sent you an email regarding a (p)review of our upcoming dungeon crawling roll and write! It might have ended up in your spam folder, so please check it if you're interested! Thanks!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana13 күн бұрын

    I searched for your email and found it! I'll read it and get back to you soon 👍

  • @TwoAcornsGames
    @TwoAcornsGames13 күн бұрын

    @@BillyIndiana Awesome! Thanks!

  • @eVanDiesel
    @eVanDiesel14 күн бұрын

    Hope the move goes smoothly!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana14 күн бұрын

    Thank you! It has taken a lot of boxes to pack up the games 🤣

  • @blackboardgaming5348
    @blackboardgaming534814 күн бұрын

    Alicia really loved First In Flight. I'm really interested in Come Together.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana14 күн бұрын

    The theme of Come Together and the unique worker placement system was fun 👍 I hope you get to play it soon!

  • @zivpesso6293
    @zivpesso629315 күн бұрын

    I hear Java/Cuzco tends to be prone to AP due to the action points mechanic. was that your experience? Going to have to give Alhambra a shot

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana14 күн бұрын

    One of the players did mention he felt like he was experiencing more AP than normal, but the rest of us didn't feel it too bad. I think it would be player dependent but definitely has the potential for AP. The state of the board can change a lot between your turns so, sometimes thinking ahead and planning your turn amounts to nothing when it is your turn again.

  • @bobsue4004
    @bobsue400418 күн бұрын

    Hi Bill, love the content! I was wondering if youd give a game called Spirit Island a shot! Played it recently and had a wild time! Thanks!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana18 күн бұрын

    Hello! Thanks for watching. I would be happy to play Spirit Island, but I don't own it and don't think anyone in my gaming group does either (we very seldom play cooperative games). Hopefully some day I can give a try!

  • @midwesternexplorer9339
    @midwesternexplorer933924 күн бұрын

    Its only the best gaming store in Wisconsin. Possibly the US. The fact that they ship internationally puts them above most others.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana23 күн бұрын

    It was definitely a highlight of the trip. When they let me go behind the scenes, I felt like I was in the final scene of Raiders of the Lost Ark with the massive warehouse of hidden treasures!

  • @rolling.reggie
    @rolling.reggie29 күн бұрын

    Love this list! Thank you for doing this. I really really wanna play Bruges. Off to watch your Garden Geckos vid

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana29 күн бұрын

    Thanks for the invite to participate and thanks for watching 👍

  • @undiscovered_games
    @undiscovered_games29 күн бұрын

    Calimala is really high on my want to play list; it’s on my shelf of shame so at least I have it 😅Lopiano is a great designer. We reallllly enjoy his 3 Ring Circus game!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana29 күн бұрын

    I'll have to try 3 Ring Circus 🎪 I've heard good things about it, but don't own it.

  • @fenirob
    @fenirobАй бұрын

    Thanks for the video. Getting some quality plays in so far. Bravo.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    Thanks for watching 👍 It has been a strong several months with lots of good games!

  • @eVanDiesel
    @eVanDieselАй бұрын

    Woo hoo! You went above and beyond on this one!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    I couldn't pick just one game per category, so I decided to mention a bunch! I hope you'll be able to participate in this tag too 👍

  • @BeerCityBoardGames
    @BeerCityBoardGamesАй бұрын

    Calimala is so good!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    It really is! I am excited to get my own copy when the Kickstarter project arrives (with new Ian O'Toole art too)!

  • @kylesmith8401
    @kylesmith8401Ай бұрын

    Nice video and a great idea! Thanks mate

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching 👍

  • @blackboardgaming5348
    @blackboardgaming5348Ай бұрын

    You got a lot of great games played! Well done! Harmonies is soo good!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    Yes, it was a great month of many games and some real stand outs! Thanks for watching 👍

  • @Neon_Gorilla
    @Neon_GorillaАй бұрын

    go dodgers!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    I'll miss getting to go to Dodger stadium when we move up to the PNW! Hopefully we can get to at least one more game before we leave.

  • @Neon_Gorilla
    @Neon_GorillaАй бұрын

    I believe they come to town every other year so there is that at least.

  • @samirjafri191
    @samirjafri191Ай бұрын

    That was impressively well played! I will reiterate my previous comment that it might be nice if you would lay your hand open on the table so it is easier for us to follow in the overhead camera.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    I got pretty lucky rather than being impressive! I sort of fell into that win. Thanks again for the suggestion. I will try to remember that on future play throughs.

  • @samirjafri191
    @samirjafri191Ай бұрын

    Nice playthrough. One suggestion, for demo purposes, it would be nice if you put your hand down on the table so we can easily see the cards on the overhead camera. Thank you!!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    Thanks for watching and thanks for the recommendation 👍

  • @Bogrin
    @BogrinАй бұрын

    Very interesting deck for multiple games! Love this solo version. Backing for sure

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndianaАй бұрын

    The concept of a foundation deck is really interesting and this solo game is a fun puzzle! Thanks for watching 👍

  • @blackboardgaming5348
    @blackboardgaming53482 ай бұрын

    I was interested in Fromage. First In Flight is one that I need to get back to the table.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana2 ай бұрын

    I'm hoping to play First in Flight solo this weekend and maybe one more time with a group then make my review for it. Thanks for watching!

  • @eVanDiesel
    @eVanDiesel2 ай бұрын

    Missy backed Formage and i think its due to deliver sometime this year

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana2 ай бұрын

    I didn't back it, but I do hope to play the physical version in the future.

  • @undiscovered_games
    @undiscovered_games2 ай бұрын

    Yeah Fromage looks great. My wife backed it too. I don’t back many kickstarters these days, but that one got her attention and I’m glad to hear Billy liked it! Excited to see it in person!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana2 ай бұрын

    I hope to play the physical version some day too👍 Thanks for watching!

  • @undiscovered_games
    @undiscovered_games2 ай бұрын

    I didn’t realize you had a KZread channel! I saw your submission to Evan & Grayson’s A to Z video 😎 Anyway, I’m excited to sub to your channel and check out your other vids! 🤙🤙

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I have watched some of your videos too and subscribed awhile ago. Your channel has to be a favorite of Evan's with those undiscovered games!

  • @BoardGameBinge
    @BoardGameBinge3 ай бұрын

    Great overview !

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana3 ай бұрын

    Thank you and thanks for watching!

  • @eVanDiesel
    @eVanDiesel3 ай бұрын

    Cool bits! I agree, better looking games have a positive impact on me too!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana3 ай бұрын

    I think the beauty of a game and components makes it more compelling for gamers new to the hobby and people exploring modern games as well. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

  • @pickinguppiecesBC
    @pickinguppiecesBC3 ай бұрын

    Man, I’ve been wanting play Dune Imperium - Uprising. I want to see how it compares to the original. People go crazy with customization. Also, I’m a sucker for deluxe games too. Lol

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana3 ай бұрын

    I really like the changes in Dune Imperium: Uprising and am also a sucker for upgrades and fancy games! Thanks for watching!

  • @LucasGentry
    @LucasGentry3 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video :-)

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana3 ай бұрын

    You are welcome! I hope I did it justice and that the Kickstarter is a big success!

  • @shawns3911
    @shawns39114 ай бұрын

    Looks interesting

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana3 ай бұрын

    I'm happy to pass it on to you to try out👍

  • @fenirob
    @fenirob4 ай бұрын

    Nice preview. It's amazing what they can do with just a few cards.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    Yes, I don't tend to play a lot of solo games, but the way Button Shy maximizes their multiuse cards always impresses me. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @fenirob
    @fenirob4 ай бұрын

    You rock@@BillyIndiana - keep up the good work.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the encouragement! I always enjoy your videos as well.

  • @rolling.reggie
    @rolling.reggie4 ай бұрын

    More games in February! Love that.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    Yes, it was nice to get to play more games again! Thanks for watching 👍

  • @El-gu2hi
    @El-gu2hi4 ай бұрын

    fabulous video! thank you! I’m getting the retail version which looks to awesome too!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    Hope you enjoy it! Thank you for watching!

  • @shawns3911
    @shawns39114 ай бұрын

    You played inheritors without me? Oh no! I played empires end this past weekend. It’s not less stressful with 3.. also played Istanbul, Joraku, too.. fun stuff.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    I hope you got a lot of gaming in at Dice Tower West!

  • @dennissein2119
    @dennissein21194 ай бұрын

    To me, playing a board game on BGA is just not the same as playing it live......so when you rank a game based on BGA plays, to me that seems a bit unfair and is not an apples to apples comparison.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    I agree to some degree (it isn't always apples to apples). However, for me there are some games where my experience is virtually the same, and I wouldn't rank them any differently. Other times I prefer the BGA implementation (I've raised rankings and even sold physical games because I enjoyed playing on BGA so much more). Granted there have been a few times when I've played the physical version then raised my ranking afterwards, but is seldom more than a +0.5 change. If I had the time and opportunity, I'd always choose to play the physical copy, and when I'm able to, I try to play both versions. To me, if the publisher puts the game out in digital version, I think it is fair to consider it in rankings, but that is just my opinion. Thank you for watching and commenting. Your thoughts made me stop and reflect on my experiences with both physical and digital versions of games I've played.

  • @BoxedMeeples
    @BoxedMeeples4 ай бұрын

    We very nearly backed this as we enjoyed Destinies too. Kicking ourself a bit now, after seeing yours! Have you got around to playing yet?

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    We haven't played yet, but hope to with another couple (to go through the campaign together). They are not available for a few weeks though.

  • @lukasselman8822
    @lukasselman88224 ай бұрын

    Bantam is fantastic

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    I still haven't had a chance to play my physical copy, but playing online was terrific. Thanks for watching!

  • @eVanDiesel
    @eVanDiesel4 ай бұрын

    Oh no! I cant watch! Mine hasn't shown up yet!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    Hopefully your copy will arrive soon!

  • @BoxedMeeples
    @BoxedMeeples4 ай бұрын

    We have been really enjoying Apiray. Hope you've literally been enjoying walking into Mordor !

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    I really want to play Apiary again, but "one does not simply walk into Mordor"🤣 Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

  • @fenirob
    @fenirob4 ай бұрын

    Good stuff, sir. I love Sunrise Lane (knizia rocks) and Scout. No Thanks is right up there with best party game.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    The holidays are usually a great time to play some of the lighter games in our collection, and we played some really good ones this time around! Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

  • @shawns3911
    @shawns39114 ай бұрын

    I have ancient knowledge, and I have to play it again!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    Hopefully we can try Ancient Knowledge together!

  • @blackboardgaming5348
    @blackboardgaming53484 ай бұрын

    A lot of great games played, as usual!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    I'm very fortunate to get to play a lot of good games. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍

  • @user-ik2ps1fu5e
    @user-ik2ps1fu5e4 ай бұрын

    Nice 2 fps 🙄

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana4 ай бұрын

    Trying to do better as I learn.

  • @davidsaunders4125
    @davidsaunders41255 ай бұрын

    Hey Billy - thanks for the review. It was really helpful and cleared up some of the rules for me.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana5 ай бұрын

    I'm glad it was helpful for you! Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @El-gu2hi
    @El-gu2hi5 ай бұрын

    thank you for the unboxing ! there are very few recent videos for this game - I’m wondering if anyone actually liked it…

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana5 ай бұрын

    No problem! Thanks for watching! I have been so busy the last few months, that I have hardly played any games, and Delta is still sitting on my shelf of shame! Hopefully I can find time to play it soon. It is a game I am very excited to try.

  • @corey3145
    @corey31456 ай бұрын

    Love this game! Wasn't on my radar & got it for Christmas and found it surprisingly good. Great vid!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana6 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! I have only had the chance to play one time so far, but it was a lot of fun, and I look forward to playing again!

  • @refocusongames
    @refocusongames6 ай бұрын

    Great video! I have contemplated getting the game, but the high price has been my only obstacle. Would you say the game is worth the price?

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana6 ай бұрын

    Thank you for watching and commenting! I still haven't had the chance to play the physical copy yet (been busy with basketball this winter), but the price I paid through Kickstarter was worth it to me based on my online play of the game while it was in development. I am not sure what the going price is now through retail, but I did really love my experience playing the online prototype.

  • @bronwynmcneil4589
    @bronwynmcneil45896 ай бұрын

    The purple ones are the necromancies and the 4 slightly different coloured ones are the undead. I think!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the clarification and thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @Fontzig
    @Fontzig6 ай бұрын

    Looks beautiful ✌️ Thanks for showing us. Can't wait for my copy in a month or so 😅

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana6 ай бұрын

    No problem 😊 I hope your copy arrives sooner than expected!

  • @-Markus-
    @-Markus-6 ай бұрын

    Eagerly waiting for mine to arrive, this being a small limited game from a small company there just isnt much about it on youtube so your unboxing is very welcome :D There seems to have been some production issues, some bleed can be found on the tile prints and supposedly the bags dont hold up very well. But first response from Wallace Designs was very clear that every issue will be solved and replaced but that it might take some time since new products might have to be manufactured (with the issues sorted of course!) Im super excited to get the game and everything ive heard from the devs have been great! So glad I backed this after having some doubts early on!

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana6 ай бұрын

    I hope your copy arrives soon! Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @shawns3911
    @shawns39116 ай бұрын

    Solo uses all 6 red legionnaires

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana6 ай бұрын

    Did you enjoy the solo play?

  • @shawns3911
    @shawns39116 ай бұрын

    @@BillyIndiana I liked it. I won the easy mode and got destroyed in the normal mode. 45-60 minutes solo.

  • @shawns3911
    @shawns39116 ай бұрын

    It was a fun one! Very solid

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana6 ай бұрын

    I enjoyed our play of Nova Roma. Hope we can play again👍

  • @gerasimos5491
    @gerasimos54916 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the unboxing video! If i remember well, one of the factions do not create cities and villages. They are moving and destroying so that is probably why you dint have the small pouch with city and village tiles.

  • @BillyIndiana
    @BillyIndiana6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the info! After the unboxing and looking through the player aids more, I believe you are correct. Thank you for watching and commenting!