Abstract Strategy

These games focus on strategy rather than luck or a theme. They usually have minimalistic designs and rules, emphasizing skill and critical thinking. Examples include “Chess” and “Go” and “Stratego”.

Focus: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Focus Review

Focus combines strategic thinking with a minimalistic design. It's engaging, fun, and offers great replayability. Watch out for a learning curve, but it's well worth the effort.
Delta: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.5/5

Delta Review

Delta's vibrant art, engaging gameplay, and balanced mechanics make it a standout. Perfect for game nights with friends, offering endless strategic depth and fair play. Highly recommended!
Shazamm!: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.5/5

Shazamm! Review

Shazamm! offers exciting wizard duels, intense bluffing, and strategic gameplay. While it has minor quirks, its fairness and high replay value make it a magical choice for game nights.
Target: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Target Review

Target combines strategy and skill with stunning components. Highly replayable, it's a hit for game nights. Minor luck factors exist, but the fun outweighs them. A must-try!
M: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.3/5

M Review

'M' blends strategy with smooth gameplay and top-notch components, making it a hit at game night. Minor imbalances exist, but its replayability and fun player interaction stand out. Definitely worth your time!
Cats: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Cats Review

Cats offers delightful artwork, strategic planning, and engaging player interaction. Perfect for those who enjoy plotting and a bit of luck, but with some slowdowns.
Connections: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.5/5

Connections Review

Connections is a strategic and engaging game perfect for game nights. High replay value, charming artwork, and durable components make it a must-have. Enjoy complex strategies and player interactions.
Amazons: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.8/5

Amazons Review

Amazons is a strategy lover's dream. It combines chess-like tactics with unique mechanics and zero luck. High replayability, good components, and intense player interaction make it a must-try.
Element - Element, Rather Dashing Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating:4.5/5

Element Review

'Element' thrills with its mix of strategy and nature's powers. Easy to learn but challenging to master, it's a hit at game nights. Just when you think you've got it, Element surprises you again. A solid 4.5 stars!
Photosynthesis cover
Rating:4.5/5

Photosynthesis Review

In Photosynthesis, strategy and nature intertwine. You'll plant and grow trees strategically to capture sunlight. Despite a slight learning curve, it offers engaging gameplay. A must-try for those who love strategy over luck.