Adventure/Narrative

These games focus on storytelling and immersion, often involving quests, character development, and exploration. Examples include “Gloomhaven,” “Tales of the Arabian Nights,” and “Betrayal at Baldur’s Gate.”

Mindbug: First Contact: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Mindbug: First Contact Review

Mindbug: First Contact delivers a compelling mix of strategic depth and engaging social interaction, offering gamers a unique experience that's easy to learn yet endlessly replayable - a game night gem not to be overlooked.

Colt Express cover
Rating: 4.5/5

Colt Express Review

In the Colt Express review, we uncovered a game brimming with strategic planning, delightful physical components, and intense social interplay, encapsulating what makes board gaming joyfully unpredictable and deeply engaging.

Charterstone cover
Rating: 4.3/5

Charterstone Review

After multiple sessions, Charterstone stands out with its evolving legacy mechanics, cleverly scaled challenges, and unique ability to bond players. A brilliantly designed social endeavour that smoothly progresses and unites strategy with storytelling.

BattleLore: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.4/5

BattleLore Review

BattleLore combines rich unit diversity, clever command control, and engaging multiplayer interaction into a spectacular tactical board game experience, captivating players through strategic depth and social play.

Stuffed Fables: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Stuffed Fables Review

'Stuffed' with intrigue, Stuffed Fables offers a unique blend of storytelling and teamwork, ensuring each playthrough is a cozy, yet strategic gathering — perfect for families seeking adventure from the comfort of their table.

ISS Vanguard - ISS Vanguard, Awaken Realms, 2022 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

ISS Vanguard Review

ISS Vanguard excels at strategic cooperative gameplay, offering a variety of asymmetrical roles and dynamic exploration, intertwined with a captivating narrative that entices players to dive deep into its universe.

Mice and Mystics cover
Rating: 4.3/5

Mice and Mystics Review

In Mice and Mystics, players experience a rich story-tale adventure. Cooperative play demands strategic unity, progressing through an unfolding campaign. Character growth rewards teamwork. A mix of nostalgia, innovation, and moving parts creates a memorable game.