AP Table Talk: Tug of War

AP Table Talk: Tug of War

June 28, 2026 · 55 min · Season 1 · Episode 167

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In this episode, Brian and Dave explore the tug-of-war mechanic in various board games.

AP Table Talk: Tug of War In this episode of AP Table Talk, Brian and Dave dig into the tug-of-war mechanic, where a shared marker moves back and forth along a track toward opposing ends, creating a zero-sum struggle in which one player's gain is the other's loss. From minimalist gems like Hanamikoji to heavyweight political thrillers like Twilight Struggle and Watergate, to modern two-player favorites like 7 Wonders Duel, King of Tokyo: Duel, Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game, Blitzkrieg!: Wo...

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