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We Review Gen Con, Edinburgh Fringe, & Goodbye Summer Olympics

August 24, 2024
Andy Matthews
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In a week where we reviewed GenCon, the Edinburgh Fringe passed the halfway mark, and we bid adieu to the Summer Olympics for another four years, we’ve been talking boardgames — along with a bit of sports. Read on for some recent reviews, a new puzzle, and to discover some of our writer’s favorite sports-themed games.

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