Board Game Reviews

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War Room: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.8/5

War Room Review

War Room turns my table into a global battlefield every game night. The strategy is deep, luck takes a back seat, and my friends now distrust me forever. Just don't expect to finish before midnight!

Coral: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Coral Review

Coral is a quick, clever abstract game where you stack colorful blocks to build reefs. It’s fun, fair, and surprisingly strategic, making it a great fit for anyone who loves puzzles and hates waiting forever for their turn.

Pico: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Pico Review

Pico is fast, funny, and always got my friends bickering—in a good way. Rules are clear, strategy wins (mostly), and games never drag. It's my go-to for quick laughs and a bit of sneaky card play.

All Rise: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

All Rise Review

All Rise turns your living room into a wild courtroom. Our group laughed so hard we woke the dog! It shines in big groups, but beware: pretending to be a judge may go to your head. Guilty of fun.

Alienation: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Alienation Review

Alienation is a fast-paced, sneaky game where aliens bluff and bicker over planets. I laughed, I lost, I blamed my friends. Not perfect, but a blast for silly game nights.

Top Secret: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Top Secret Review

If you fancy yourself a smooth-talking agent, Top Secret lets you test your spy skills with bluffing and laughter—just watch out for Lady Luck ruining your master plan at the worst moment!

Astra - Astra, Mindclash Games, 2022 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.3/5

Astra Review

Astra surprised me with its clever puzzles and zero-fuss mechanics. The art looks dreamy, and everyone at my table fought hard for constellations. Strategy beats luck here, making it a blast for both newbies and obsessive star chart doodlers.

The Hunt for Red October - High Res Image of Cover - Credit: Orph
Rating: 4.5/5

The Hunt for Red October Review

The Hunt for Red October nails the Cold War vibe with tense, smart gameplay and almost no luck. If you love strategy and cat-and-mouse chases, this game might just float your submarine.

Komodo: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Komodo Review

Komodo turns friends into sneaky zookeepers, fighting over tiles and animals. Quick to learn, bright as a zoo parade, but luck can bite your tail! Best with folks who love a light, competitive rumble.

Misty: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Misty Review

Misty is a quick, cheerful puzzle full of sliding chaos and cheeky doodles. Not for serious planners, but perfect if your group loves playful mayhem and doesn't mind a little luck deciding the winner.