This episode we share our favourite modern trick taking games, specifically games we discovered in the last few years. In addition we’ll talk about the games we’ve played since we last recorded, including some detailed first thoughts on SETI from CGE. We wrap up with two trick-taking game reviews: Lunar Skyline from Dead Alive Games and Origin Story from Stonemaier Games

Tabletop Bellhop Gaming Podcast Episode 290, was recorded on December 10th, 2025. We usually try to record Wednesdays at 8 PM Eastern at https://www.twitch.tv/tabletopbellhop

Find full detailed show notes at https://tabletopbellhop.com/podcast/ep290/

Disclosure: Links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Games mentioned may be review copies provided by publishers.

(00:00:00) CHECK-IN

(00:02:19) Announcements
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Jan 6th - ProtoWIN Game Designer Night at Hidden Trail
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(00:03:28) Ask the Bellhop

(00:21:08) The Bellhop’s Tabletop

(00:42:04) The Game Room - Review of Lunar Skyline

Pick up Lunar Skyline, https://amzn.to/3KL4uLp
Check out the Dead Alive Games Amazon Storefront, https://amzn.to/4rSWAAm
Learn more about Lunar Rush, https://www.deadalivegames.com/lunarrush

(00:59:56) The Game Room - Origin Story

Pick up Origin Story, https://amzn.to/4iUQdbC
Check out the Stonemaier Amazon Storefront, https://amzn.to/4pIZXIo
Check out our other Stonemaier Game content, https://tabletopbellhop.com/search/?q=stonemaier%20games

(01:20:50) Closing the Doors

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