Mindful Games Lab

Author: Clay Capra

Mindful Games Lab is a podcast about mindful gaming, board games, and tabletop games as tools for presence, connection, and well-being. Each episode explores how play can help us slow down, reduce stress, and create more meaningful experienceswithout focusing on winning or optimization. Hosted by Clay, a lifelong gamer with over ten years of game industry experience, the show features thoughtful game spotlights, reflective conversations, and inspiring guests who believe games can have a positive impact on our lives. For questions or comments: podcast at mindfulgameslab dot com
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Genres: Games, Leisure, Video Games

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The 5 Games Everyone Should Check Out at Gen Con 2026
Episode 10
Saturday, 25 July, 2026

Planning your Gen Con 2026 schedule? Looking for the best new board games to check out? In this episode of the Mindful Games Lab Podcast, Clay shares his Top 5 most anticipated games of Gen Con 2026, plus a few honorable mentions and two exciting solo games that deserve a spot on your radar. Discover why games like Drillers, Wingspan Pocket, dnup, Three Sisters: Harvest Edition, and Diables made the list, and learn what makes each one stand out before you hit the exhibit hall. Whether you're attending Gen Con in Indianapolis or simply looking for the hottest new tabletop games releasing in 2026, this episode will help you build your wish list and discover your next favorite game. In this episode: Clay's Top 5 most anticipated Gen Con 2026 games with honorable mentions you won't want to miss Two promising solo board games Where to find each game on the Gen Con exhibit hall floor If you enjoy board games, tabletop gaming, Gen Con, game design, and discovering great new releases, be sure to subscribe to the Mindful Games Lab Podcast for more conversations about modern board games and the hobby we love.