The Fifth Meeple Board Game Podcast · September 24, 2026 · 1 hr 16 min

Episode 117: Mech vs Mech: Scythe vs Expeditions

Two games, one universe, and a whole lot of mechs! This week we’re putting Scythe against Expeditions in a battle that pits a beloved strategy classic against its spiritual successor. Which one gives us the better experience at the table? There’s only one way to find out! Join us for this week's Battle of the Funnest Showdown! Episode 117: Mech vs Mech: Scythe vs Expeditions Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:08 What's on your table? 11:42 Scythe 34:28 Scythe: Collector's Corner 35:33 Scythe: Final Thoughts 40:35 Expeditions 01:01:09 Expeditions: Collector's Corner 01:02:33 Battle of the Funnest Showdown Thanks for listening! Want to keep the conversation going? Reach out to us at [email protected]—we’d love to hear your thoughts, questions, and hot takes. And as always… play more board games!