Deluxe Board Games and the Joys of Unboxing Them

In this episode of Positively Board Gaming, Jamey Stegmaier and Mitchell Whitfield dive into the therapeutic joy of unboxing board games and explore what makes deluxe editions so irresistible. From custom dice to the Castles of Burgundy Collector’s Edition, they unpack the tactile magic behind premium components.

00:00 – Intro and sweet treats

02:40 – Nintendo Switch 2 excitement

05:15 – Mitchell’s love for unboxing games

12:42 – The unboxing therapy effect

16:30 – Custom components that spark joy

19:10 – Jamey’s collector’s edition experience

23:20 – Deluxe vs. accessible pricing

29:50 – Favorite tactile components