Jamie in his proper element: With all of his board games

Jamie Hopkins

With years of dice-rolling, card-flipping, and strategic planning under my belt, I've transformed my passion into expertise. I thrive on dissecting the mechanics and social dynamics of board games, sharing insights from countless game nights with friends. I dive deep into gameplay mechanics, while emphasizing the social joys of gaming. While I appreciate themes and visuals, it's the strategy and camaraderie that truly capture my heart.

How To Play: Smile

Smile - Box cover - Credit: ajhutt

Board game Smile's winning strategies involve mastering card valuation, resource management, and bluffing. Setup includes cards and tokens. Players must balance their actions, read opponents, and manage resources wisely. Final tips emphasize strategic flexibility, adapting plans, and mastering the game's subtleties for ultimate victory.

How To Play: Mount Everest

Mount Everest: Box Cover Front

Mount Everest is a thrilling board game where players face off against the elements and each other to reach the top. The game involves strategic resource management, careful route planning, weather prediction, and overcoming unexpected challenges. Success requires a balance of careful planning, adaptability, and a bit of luck.

How To Play: Ocean

Ocean - Front Cover - Credit: waza

Diving deep into Ocean's gameplay reveals a world of strategy from drafting cards and building effective engines, to navigating fish migrations. With a complete guide from setup to winning strategies, and even handling special rules, mastering Ocean becomes an enjoyable challenge shared with friends. The key? Practice and fun.

How To Play: Nefarious

Nefarious: Box Cover Front

Our Nefarious strategy guide covers everything from unboxing the game to mastering strategies for victory. We discuss how to choose inventions wisely, make the most of twist cards, and balance cash with actions. The guide is packed with tips on observing opponents and adapting to the game's flow.

How To Play: Red Panda

Red Panda: Box Cover Front

Our Red Panda guide covers everything from efficient resource management and timely action selection to predicting your opponent's moves. With a focus on setup, gameplay, winning strategies, and special rules, we've got you covered. Master the game with our strategic insights and get ready to outsmart your friends!