Think Gaming Blog: posts tagged Chip Theory Games

How to Play Scout: Full Class Guide • Gameplay Tips & Strategy • The Elder Scrolls: BotSE

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:22:48 +0100

In this video, I walk through how to play the Scout in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, covering class abilities, how to upgrade to master, stat allocation, racial synergy, starting and additional skill lines, and practical gameplay strategy, including positioning, survivability, and how to make the most of the class’s strengths.

How to Delve: Rules & Strategy Tips • The Elder Scrolls: BOTSE

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:37:47 +0100

Delves are a big part of The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, but there are quite a few rules and nuances that can be easy to miss. In this video, I break down how Delves work from both a rules and strategy perspective, including the difference between Uncover and Survey, Exploration and the Explore Action, how and where to deploy enemies, how to place new Delve tiles to your advantage, and more. I also cover some other useful interactions and practical tips that can help you navigate Delves more efficiently and make better decisions along the way.

5 Things I Wish I Knew • The Elder Scrolls: BOTSE

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:25:49 +0100

After spending a lot of time with The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, there are a few rules, mechanics, and interactions that I really wish I’d understood when I first started playing. In this video, I’m sharing five of those things – not necessarily common rules mistakes, but details and nuances that can be easy to overlook as a new player and can make a surprisingly big difference once you understand how they work. Hopefully this clears up a few things for newer players and helps you get even more out of your adventures in Tamriel!

Legerdemain Skill Line Explained • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era (Valenwood)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0100

In this video, I break down how the Legerdemain skill line works in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, introduced in the Valenwood expansion. I go through each of the dice, explain how the abilities work, highlight common rules points, and share my opinion on this utility skill line.

Best Builds for 2 Players in The Elder Scrolls: BotSE (Base Game & Valenwood)

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0100

Playing The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era with two players opens up some really fun build combinations, so in this video I’m sharing some of my favourite duos from both the base game and Valenwood. Rather than simply pairing two strong characters together, I’m looking specifically at builds that complement each other – combining classes and skill lines that cover each other’s weaknesses, enable useful synergies, and become stronger when played together. Hopefully this gives you some ideas for your next 2-player campaign, whether you’re choosing characters with a friend or controlling two characters yourself.

Skyrim Explained • Endgame Setup & Rules • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:21:46 +0100

In this video, I take a closer look at Skyrim in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era and break down what makes the province unique. We go through its overland mechanic, delve feature, Native enemy skill, noteworthy towns, and Endgame setup and rules, along with some practical tips and things to keep in mind during your campaign. Hopefully this helps you better understand how Skyrim works and what to expect before your next adventure there!

Restoring Light Skill Line Explained • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:35:48 +0100

In this video, I break down how the Restoring Light skill line works in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era. I go through each of the dice, explain how the abilities work, highlight common rules points, and share practical tips on how to use Restoring Light effectively for your characters. Whether you’re considering building around it or just want to better understand how the skill line functions, this guide should help clarify how it plays at the table.

Bard in High Rock • Full Solo Campaign Playthrough (Expert) • The Elder Scrolls: BotSE

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100

In this full solo playthrough of The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, I’m taking the Bard through High Rock on Expert difficulty. Throughout the campaign, I explain my decisions, strategy, character progression, and how the build evolves as the adventure unfolds. If you enjoy long-form gameplay, thoughtful decision-making, and seeing different builds put to the test, I hope you’ll find this playthrough interesting.

Should you add Scribe Pack, Guild Vault & More? • TES: BOTSE Heroes of Tamriel Add-ons

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:49:31 +0100

In this video, I share my thoughts on the newly revealed add-on for the Heroes of Tamriel campaign for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, the Scribe Pack. We take a look at the Chef class, Guild Vault, and the other available add-ons, discussing what each one brings to the game and whether I personally think they’re worth backing. Quite a few people have asked for my opinion on these, so I hope this helps if you’re still deciding what to include with your pledge.

Vuurhast • Dragons of Etchinstone Playthrough & Strategy (Hard Difficulty)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0100

In this playthrough of Dragons of Etchinstone, the solo card game by Joe Klipfel and Chip Theory Games, I’m taking on Hard difficulty with Vuurhast. Throughout the run, I explain my decisions, strategy, and action choices as the game unfolds. If you’re learning the game, looking for strategy ideas, or curious how the game plays on Hard difficulty, I hope you’ll find the playthrough useful!

How to Play Healer: Full Class Guide • Gameplay Tips & Strategy • The Elder Scrolls: BotSE

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0100

In this video, I walk through how to play the Healer in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, covering class abilities, how to upgrade to master, stat allocation, racial synergy, starting and additional skill lines, and practical gameplay strategy. I also share how I approach Healer in solo Expert campaigns, including survivability, positioning, and how to make the most of the class’s strengths.

Top 10 True Solo Builds for The Elder Scrolls: BotSE (Base Game & Valenwood)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:26:22 +0100

In this video, I rank my top 10 true solo builds for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, using content from the base game and the Valenwood expansion. Each build is based on my own experience after many solo campaigns and takes into account consistency, survivability, versatility, and overall performance. Whether you’re looking for your next character to play or simply curious how different combinations compare, I hope this list gives you a few new ideas to try in your own adventures.

Shadow Skill Line Explained • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0100

In this video, I break down how the Shadow skill line works in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era. I go through each of the dice, explain how the abilities work, highlight common rules points, and share practical tips on how to use Shadow effectively for your characters. Whether you’re considering building around it or just want to better understand how the skill line functions, this guide should help clarify how it plays at the table.

Cyrodiil Explained • Endgame Setup & Rules • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:55:16 +0100

In this new series for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, I take a closer look at one province at a time and break down what makes it unique. In this video, we’re covering Cyrodiil – including its overland mechanic, delve feature, Native enemy skill, noteworthy towns, and Endgame setup and rules. The goal of this series is to help players better understand how each province works, what to watch out for, and how to approach them more confidently during campaigns.

Helsang • Dragons of Etchinstone Playthrough & Strategy (Hard Difficulty)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:10:04 +0100

In this playthrough of Dragons of Etchinstone, the solo card game by Joe Klipfel and Chip Theory Games, I’m taking on Hard difficulty with Helsang. Throughout the run, I explain my decisions, strategy, and action choices as the game unfolds. If you’re learning the game, looking for strategy ideas, or curious how the game plays on Hard difficulty, I hope you’ll find the playthrough useful!

Templar in Black Marsh • Full Solo Campaign Playthrough (Expert) • The Elder Scrolls: BotSE

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:44:21 +0100

In this full solo Expert campaign playthrough of The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, I’m taking the Templar through Black Marsh while attempting something a little unusual – completing the entire campaign without using any damage-dealing skill lines.

Throughout the playthrough, I explain my decisions, strategy, character progression, and how the build evolves as the campaign unfolds. If you enjoy long-form gameplay, thoughtful decision-making, and seeing unconventional builds put to the test, I hope you’ll find this run interesting.

How to Play Rogue: Full Class Guide • Gameplay Tips & Strategy • The Elder Scrolls: BotSE

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:43 +0100

In this video, I walk through how to play the Rogue in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, covering class abilities, how to upgrade to master, stat allocation, racial synergy, starting and additional skill lines, and practical gameplay strategy. I also share how I approach Rogue in solo Expert campaigns, including survivability, positioning, and how to make the most of the class’s strengths.

Black Marsh Explained • Endgame Setup & Rules • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:32:15 +0100

In this new series “Province Explained” for The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, I take a closer look at one province at a time and break down what makes it unique. In this video, we’re covering Black Marsh – including its overland mechanic, delve feature, Native enemy skill, noteworthy towns, and Endgame setup and rules. The goal of this series is to help players better understand how each province works, what to watch out for, and how to approach them more confidently during campaigns.

The Elder Scrolls vs Too Many Bones – Which Game Is Right for You? (In-Depth Comparison)

Tue, 26 May 2026 15:02:06 +0100

In this in-depth comparison, I put The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era and Too Many Bones side by side across 11 different categories to see how they really compare. From art, theme, adventure, character building, combat, complexity, and more, I break down where each game shines and which one I personally think comes out ahead in each category. I tried my best to keep the comparison as objective and grounded as possible, while still sharing my own perspective after spending a lot of time with both games. If you’ve been trying to decide which of these massive Chip Theory Games titles is the better fit for you, hopefully this video helps.

Light Armor Explained • The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100

In this video, I break down how the Light Armor skill line works in The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era, introduced in the Valenwood expansion. I go through each of the dice, explain how the abilities work, highlight common rules points, and share practical tips on how to use Light Armor effectively for your characters. Whether you’re considering building around it or just want to better understand how the skill line functions, this guide should help clarify how it plays at the table