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Originally Posted by Jumpmaster6
I am a fan of the games that incorporate both methods i.e. Axis and Allies for example. The idea behind games such as Red Storm Rising were innovative for their time, but were too time consuming to set up and track to be able to appreciate the game play. The advent of computer gaming has taken the forefront against the old school board games. It is a shame actually, as I recall the days of my youth when the family would gather around the dining room table for a game of monopoly, or axis and allies and such. It was a way to bond as a family on cold winter nights, or when the rain was too heavy to do much else. Sure, television was okay, but that was before cable t.v. (am I showing my age here? LOL). Take care you all, and remember, try to set aside at least one day a week to do a board game with your family. It is worth it. Tom.
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Well, some good points there Tom...and great advice to game once a week with the family! Computers and consoles have certainly put a large whopping dent in boardgaming to be sure, but not the death knell, thank goodness. I actually see more and more board games at the hobby stores these days, than say, even 10 years go. And of the 5 or so hobby/game stores in my general area, all of them have an active gaming schedule, which is soooooo cool! I know there are many that swear by computer and console games, and rightfully so; but boardgaming just can't be beat. Especially in the social context.....I think boardgaming wins that catagory hands-down! Plus, I've never known a boardgamer that got Carpal Tunnel!