Board Game Bargains - Low Quantity Thread

ozbs25 on 27/03/2025 - 13:00
Last edited 27/03/2025 - 13:13 by 1 other user

There are lots of board game deals but sometimes I can't post them as a proper deal as they are low in stock. Thought it might be better to have a dedicated thread so you can subscribe to this and know straight away that it's a board game deal. I imagine this will mostly be Amazon deals as postage can kill most deals but I don't think people will mind if you find an amazing deal somewhere else.

I'm not too fussed if people want to just discuss board games in here too but I guess we can see how other feel once we get a few subscribers in here.

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  • bc on 27/03/2025 - 13:02
    +2

    Thanks for setting-up!

    • ozbs25 on 27/03/2025 - 13:04
      +2

      No worries! Hopefully we can find some good stuff to post in here.

  • jv on 27/03/2025 - 13:03
    -7

    Try Amazon.

  • FezMonkey on 27/03/2025 - 13:48

    Just got into Gloomhaven. Very fun, my mates love it.
    I spent a lot of time preparing before the first game to understand the rules!

    • ozbs25 on 27/03/2025 - 13:57

      I'm great at buying board games, not so great at actually playing them. I actually have Jaws of the Lion on my table right now. I need to do all of the punch card stuff and sleeving. The main reason I'm tackling it is to try to reduce the size of the box!

      • FezMonkey on 27/03/2025 - 14:05

        I actually bought Gloomhaven 7 years ago and only just played it for the first time :D

        The organising was pretty fun. Spent maybe $40 at Spotlight for divided containers, then found some card sleeves on Ebay to hold the store items.

        • Nalar on 27/03/2025 - 15:06

          I have the 3rd part helper app .apk floating around if you want to save some hassel.

          • FezMonkey on 28/03/2025 - 08:43

            @Nalar: I downloaded a couple of apps but so far been doing everything manually in the OG way.
            I think I would only use the apps in order to hide the subsequent rooms of a scenario rather than see it all in the book.

            • Nalar on 28/03/2025 - 09:24

              @FezMonkey: This version of the app is only for combat, it tracks enemy HP, turn orders, enemy modifiers, status, elements etc. just takes a huge part of mid game admin away. I wouldn't play GH without it.

              • FezMonkey on 28/03/2025 - 09:49

                @Nalar: Is it easily available? How come you need to keep your own copy of it?

                • Nalar on 28/03/2025 - 09:58

                  @FezMonkey: GH shut it down about a year ago.

                  BGG says there's options now, X-Helper looks to be the best 1:1 replacement for Gloomhaven Helper.

                  https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/3256852/gloomhaven-helper-n…

                  • FezMonkey on 28/03/2025 - 10:05

                    @Nalar: Oh yeah I do have that one. Looks to be suited to a tablet

                    • Nalar on 28/03/2025 - 19:22

                      @FezMonkey: luckily decent tablets are like $150-$250 now from Aliexpress. I highly recommend taking the combat admin off the table into an app, it's so much smoother and drops your play time a bit.

                      Tablet streamed to a Cheap TV or Cheap monitor vs a Cheap fire stick is pretty good too!

        • BewareOfThe Dog on 27/03/2025 - 17:16

          There is a heap of stuff on Makerworld available, if you have access to a 3D Printer.

          • ozbs25 on 27/03/2025 - 17:29

            @BewareOfThe Dog: All that stuff looks great. Really don't want to go down that rabbit hole though. I don't think it would be healthy for me (wife would kill me) or my wallet.

            • BewareOfThe Dog on 27/03/2025 - 18:46

              @ozbs25: Bambu A1 Mini is a great place to start, or the A1 if you want a larger build plate. My GF was cranky when I bought my 1st one. Here are a few selling points
              * I had to point out that it cost about 1/4 of the price of her Cricut
              * It uses 50 to 85% less plastic, than a product that is made commercially
              * It uses 1/2 the power that her desktop computer does
              * I was going to get a tattoo with [INSERT SPORT TEAM HERE], but got this 3D Printer instead.

              The Bambu A1 Mini is a great start at $329, but the A1 is $499.
              Bambu costs more but, is so easy to use. I have 2 units (and looking at the new H series). I made a few mistakes early on, buying 2 x Anycubic Resin units, then a Kingroon KP5L).

              I have made a few things for her such as Makeup compartments, fishtank plant holders, + more.

              My GF gave me an idea for designing something , and selling it on Etsy. Hence, why I purchased another Bambu. Ask @Jimothy Wongingtons how good the A1 is.

  • ozbs25 on 28/03/2025 - 19:27
    +1

    Raiders of Scythia - Board Game (Meeple Version) $33

    Rated 7.7 on BGG
    Price History

    Looks like this is available again via backorder. Please let us know if this is not the case.

    Still not sure what the Meeple version is versus all the other versions.

    • Puglife on 28/03/2025 - 19:50

      Figured out its price matching Gamerholic
      https://gamerholic.com.au/products/raiders-of-scythia-1?_pos…
      Can purchase through Big W market if that suits, same seller too
      https://www.bigw.com.au/product/raiders-of-scythia/p/9900411…
      Im not interested in it but I have found with Amazon sometimes the "temporarily out of stock" never replenishes but its up to you if you prefer a trusted source👍 I once had an item still waiting for dispatch for a year before I finally cancelled it (I had used gift cards so they had taken my $$$ as opposed to cash which they only take after shipping)

      • ozbs25 on 28/03/2025 - 19:52

        I have gotten a few things via backorder but also yeah some stuff hasn't come. If you don't mind waiting then there's no harm in doing it. They don't take your money until it ships.

  • Esplin on 09/04/2025 - 10:31

    Please delete if not allowed; wanted to poll the masses here :) Birthday is coming up and I have ~$250 to spend, any recommendations on games?

    Some notes:
    - My group and I prefer medium to heavy games; both euro and ameritrash alike
    - I own/have owned and played most of the Top 200 games on BGG, so am looking for newer titles or hidden gems
    - Prefer 3-4 players or more, don't really play solo/2p or co-op games either

    "SHOW ME WHAT YOU GOT!" (Thanks!)

    • bc on 09/04/2025 - 10:33
      +1

      What are your/your group's favourite games / mechanics?
      What mechanics don't you/your group like?

      • Esplin on 09/04/2025 - 11:27

        We are pretty open-minded when it comes to games/mechanics, some recent faves include Arcs, Heat Pedal to the Metal, Nemesis Lockdown, Root, Everdell, Anachrony, to name a few :)

        Mechanics we also enjoy include deck building, engine building and area control, prefer more player interaction than not

        Personally I don't particularly enjoy trick-taking as a mechanic (with the exception of Arcs obviously), and as a group we generally don't enjoy heavy 'take-that' games.

        • bc on 09/04/2025 - 11:49
          +1

          SETI
          White Castle
          Glass Road
          Suburbia
          Tzolkin
          Clank (Catacombs > Space > Regular)
          Power Grid (Outpost or Regular)
          Race for the Galaxy
          Concordia (Venus or Regular)
          Through the Ages

          • Esplin on 09/04/2025 - 13:23

            @bc: Cheers for the list, SETI has been 'on my radar' (pun intended), how does it play? The reviews I saw have said it can be quite fiddly and bookkeeping heavy…but I do have a soft spot for sci fi too :)

            • bc on 09/04/2025 - 13:57
              +1

              @Esplin: I didn't find it overly fiddly or notice any bookkeeping concerns. I enjoyed the efficiency puzzle of trying to get the most out of the 4 limited resources (credits, energy, cards and publicity). The actions made sense to me and I thoroughly enjoyed discovering which Aliens were in the game (hidden at the start) and then trying to make the most of their different abilities.

    • Nalar on 09/04/2025 - 15:45

      That Elder Scrolls looks pretty slick.

  • ozbs25 on 12/05/2025 - 23:41
    +8

    Underdog Games | Trekking Through History | Board Game | 1-4 Players $37.45

    Pretty dead in here atm so I thought I'd post it here. ATL according to BGO, price matching Gameology. If you need something else to take you over $60 to use that promo then maybe consider Flip 7 for $24.99. Supposed to be a pretty fun push your luck style party game. It's pretty new and everyone including Kmart is selling it so I'm sure it'll be cheaper at some stage.

    Trekking Through History is currently rated 7.6 at BGG

    We designed Trekking through History for gamers and non-gamers to play together. The goal was to make a game inviting for non-gamers, but with a little subtlety under the hood for gamers.

    In the game, you go on a three-day tour of human history, traveling thousands of years in a time machine to experience great moments from our past.

    The game takes place over three rounds, each representing one day of your trip. Each day, you visit a series of historical events, spending a different number of hours at each.

    On each turn, you choose to visit one historical event, and spend a certain number of hours doing it. Doing so will yield benefits, like checking off items on your itinerary for points, and earning Time Crystals so you can bend the space-time continuum on future turns.

    Along the way, you’ll also score points for visiting historical events in chronological order.

    The player with the most points after three rounds wins.

    Flip 7

    Currently rated 7.2 on BGG

    Flip over cards one by one without flipping the same number twice.

    Sound easy? Think again! This isn't just any deck of cards… In Flip 7 there's only one 1 card, two 2's, three 3’s, etc plus a bunch of special cards that can score you extra points, give you a second chance, or freeze you or your opponents in your tracks.

    Are you the type of player to play it safe and bank points before you bust, or are you going to risk it all and go for the bonus points by flipping over seven in a row? Press your luck meets strategy in this addictive card game that's sure to be the greatest card game you’ve ever played!

    Price history at BGO

  • Nalar on 13/05/2025 - 10:14
    +1

    For those that dont know, when there are heavy cashbacks on Mydeal, you can usually find some good board game deals. Just make sure not to buy from Gamerholic

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/905425

    EG:

    Slay the Spire is $195 w/free shipping (Good Games)
    18% CB = $31
    15% St George = $25
    15% Apple Pay + St George = $25
    = $114

    • if my math is wrong happy to correct
    • ozbs25 on 13/05/2025 - 19:41

      Wish I could take advantage. That's a really good discount.

      • Nalar on 13/05/2025 - 20:48

        Stgeorge bank accounts are free and they surprisingly offer good interest on their savings with few hoops.

        Apple pay might be harder without an apple device

        • ozbs25 on 13/05/2025 - 21:41

          I probably already have too many bank accounts. Don't really want to get an apple device. We haven't had one since maybe an iPhone 4/4s and don't feel the need to go back into that ecosystem. I think our toddler will need a iPad when they start school but we'll deal with that when it's required.

          On a side note, bit of a strange/scary time for board gaming in general. The tariffs have hit hard in the States and even though it looks like they are being wound back it would seem some companies have already fallen. Could see a bit of an adjustment/reassessment of things moving forward. While it shouldn't affect us, I think the States make up a lot of the board gaming market.

  • ozbs25 on 02/06/2025 - 14:15
    +2

    Stonemaier Games Expeditions Ironclad Edition $52.50

    Very good price for Expeditions especially if this is indeed the Ironclad Edition (the product image is of the regular version). The UPC 850032180542 is the correct code. I'd risk it if I didn't already buy it for about double the price elsewhere. 😓

    ATL according to BGO for all versions is $64.95??

    Rated 7.7 on BGG
    Price History at BGO
    Note, this includes the regular version as well.

    The sequel to Scythe sends players on a new adventure into Siberia, where a massive meteorite crashed near the Tunguska River, awakening ancient corruption. An expedition led by Dr. Tarkovsky ventures into the taiga to learn about the meteorite and its impact on the land. Itching for adventure, heroes from the war privately fund their own expeditions to Siberia, hoping to find artifacts, overcome challenges, and ultimately achieve glory. Expeditions has completely different mechanisms than Scythe, though the goal was to capture some of the same feelings that Scythe evokes, with a slightly darker, more supernatural theme.

    Expeditions is a competitive, card-driven, engine-building game of exploration. Play cards to gain power, guile, and unique worker abilities; move your mech to mysterious locations and gain cards found among the tiles; use workers, items, meteorites, and quests to enhance your mech; and use power and guile to vanquish corruption.

    —description from the publisher

  • Nalar on 02/06/2025 - 15:36

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/908458 in case you all missed it. Almost a no brainer at this price.

    • ozbs25 on 02/06/2025 - 15:40

      Probably the best price you'll get other than Used. There is a one on Amazon Resale btw. I don't think we'll see the EB price again.

      • Nalar on 02/06/2025 - 15:42
        +1

        I doubt many EB's actually had it in stock, it takes up too much space that could go to Here to slay or some such game.

        • ozbs25 on 02/06/2025 - 15:45

          The staff were really happy to see me take it away.

          • Nalar on 02/06/2025 - 15:48

            @ozbs25: Did you ever get a BG group to play it?

            • ozbs25 on 02/06/2025 - 15:53

              @Nalar: I assume 95% of the stuff I buy will be played solo. I'm hoping I can turn my family into my BG group.

              Honestly at this stage it's just buying games. I don't really play much but I'm hoping there will be plenty of time to play later…

              • Nalar on 02/06/2025 - 16:04
                +1

                @ozbs25: lol I admire your optimism. When the time comes to cull your collection, I'll buy the BNIS FH from you :)

                • ozbs25 on 02/06/2025 - 16:19

                  @Nalar: There will probably be a lot of BNIS or punched and sleeved but never played. I am starting to actually play some stuff but there is more and more stuff coming into the collection. My wife doesn't even really say too much any more..

  • ozbs25 on 23/06/2025 - 15:44
    +3

    Stonemaier Games Expeditions Ironclad Edition $38.06

    It's even cheaper now. Did anyone purchase it earlier? Have you received your copy yet? Is it indeed the Ironclad Edition? For this price I'm just getting it again…

    • CuteChocobo on 24/06/2025 - 00:07

      Bought one copy as well.
      Are we allow to return for refund if it is not the Ironclad Edition?

      • sssx on 24/06/2025 - 00:19
        +1

        Eligible for change of mind returns within 30 days of receipt
        This item can be returned in its original condition within 30 days of receipt for change of mind. If this item is damaged or defective, you may be entitled to a remedy after 30 days. Visit Returning Faulty Items for more information.
        Read our returns policies

      • ozbs25 on 24/06/2025 - 00:19
        +1

        I imagine so. I'm not sure what I'll do if it isn't the Ironclad Edition. I don't think I'd return it but I'd possibly talk to customer service about it.

        I already have a copy of the Ironclad version. I was kinda just getting it just for a possible gift down the track. The only difference from the regular version is the metal mechs instead of plastic and silicon base snaps instead of plastic.

        • Nalar on 24/06/2025 - 10:44

          Real question is, what's the game like?

          • ozbs25 on 24/06/2025 - 10:55
            +1

            @Nalar: Hmm, it looks nice on the shelf?? Are we supposed to play them?

            All the Ironclad versions of the base game are numbered. My copy has very good/lucky numbers if you are into that stuff.

  • ozbs25 on 25/06/2025 - 14:13
    +1

    Lord of The Rings Duel for Middle-Earth - $35 - Shipped and sold by Good Games AU @ Amazon

    It's been this price for a little while but I only just pulled the trigger. I had never bought from them prior to a purchase that just arrived today. Looks to be legit, with a tax invoice from Good Games. Just like this game, the price was cheaper via Amazon than via their own website. Not sure what's going on. Free delivery as well makes it even stranger. I don't really trust the number in stock so I've posted it here.

    LOTR: Duel is currently rated 8.4 on BGG

    Price History at BGO

    Description

    A dark rumour rises from Mordor. The Eye turns to Middle-earth. The hour has come. The Fellowship is reunited. The Heroes prepare for battle. Will you play as the Fellowship of the Ring to defend the free races and destroy the One Ring? Or will you play as Sauron and pursue Frodo and Sam while deploying your hordes to the gates of the enemy cities? The destiny of Middle-earth is in your hands!

    A game plays over 3 successive chapters that unfold similarly.
    On your turn, strengthen your Skills, hoard your treasure, stretch your presence across Middle-earth, rally Races to your cause, or advance the Quest of the Ring.

    Turn Overview

    In each chapter players take cards from a display of face-down and face-up cards arranged at the start of a round. A player can take a card only if it's available, that is not partially covered by any other cards. Players can either play the card, paying its cost and placing it in their play area, obtaining its benefit, or discard the card and take as many coins from the reserve as the current chapter.

    Players can also take a Landmark tile from one of the faceup tiles, paying its cost placing it in their play area. They will be able to immediately place a Fortress pawn on the corresponding region of the central board and benefit from its other effects.

    Victory Conditions
    Immediately win the game by fulfilling one of the 3 victory conditions:

    Quest of the Ring

    For the Fellowship: If Frodo and Sam reach Mount Doom, they destroy the One Ring and you immediately win the game.
    For Sauron: If the Nazgûl catch Frodo and Sam, they seize the One Ring and you immediately win the game.

    Support of the Races

    If any player gathers 6 different Race symbols on their Green cards, they rally the support of the Races of Middle-earth and immediately win the game

    Conquering Middle-earth

    If a player is present in all 7 regions (with a Fortress and/or at least 1 Unit), they dominate Middle-earth and immediately win the game.

    If none of these three victory conditions are achieved by the end of chapter 3, the player who is present in the most regions of Middle-earth (with a Fortress and/or at least 1 Unit) wins the game. In case of tie, share the victory.

    • sssx on 25/06/2025 - 17:29
      +1

      That price doesn't look available anymore, stock must be gone.

      • ozbs25 on 25/06/2025 - 18:00

        Yeah, didn't think they had 30+ in stock.

      • ozbs25 on 26/06/2025 - 15:45

        They just cancelled the order on me. Not sure what's going on especially since the other order came through fine.

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