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Matt Thrower
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Freelance Writer
Matt Thrower is a contributing freelancer for IGN, specializing in tabletop games. He’s also been published in The Guardian, Dicebreaker and Senet Magazine, as well as being the author and co-author of several books on board games. You can reach him on BlueSky at @mattthr.bsky.social.
Latest from Matt Thrower
Diplomacy: The Golden Blade Card Game Review
3h ago
Diplomacy: The Golden Blade Card Game Review3h ago - Diplomatic strategery.
Diplomacy: The Golden Blade Matt Thrower Miskatonic Tales: Journey to Innsmouth Board Game Review
1d ago
Miskatonic Tales: Journey to Innsmouth Board Game Review1d ago - More story than strategy.
Miskatonic Tales: Journey to Innsmouth Matt Thrower This Solo Journaling RPG Advent Calendar's Kickstarter Ends Soon
8d ago
This Solo Journaling RPG Advent Calendar's Kickstarter Ends Soon8d ago - Christmas comes early.
Tabletop Matt Thrower Warhammer: Age of Sigmar Spearhead City of Ash Review
Jun 27, 2026
Warhammer: Age of Sigmar Spearhead City of Ash ReviewJun 27, 2026 - This gaming pack has a cinematic knife-fight quality that’s highly engaging.
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Robo Rally Dice Game Review
Jun 23, 2026
Robo Rally Dice Game ReviewJun 23, 2026 - A spin-off with some fresh mechanics.
Board Games Matt Thrower Sea Scroll Card Game Review
May 19, 2026
Sea Scroll Card Game ReviewMay 19, 2026 - Press your luck.
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How to Properly Store MTG and Pokémon Cards
Apr 22, 2026
How to Properly Store MTG and Pokémon CardsApr 22, 2026 - From high-value to bulk nostalgic collections, we've got you covered.
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Catan: On the Road Card Game Review
Apr 17, 2026
Catan: On the Road Card Game ReviewApr 17, 2026 - Like Catan, but easier to learn, faster to play, and cheaper to buy.
Catan: On the Road Matt Thrower