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.”

The Shining - The Shining, Mixlore, 2020 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

The Shining Review

'The Shining' board game nails the eerie vibe of its source material, blending strategy and luck with stunning artwork. While luck plays a role, smart play shines, making every game a thrilling challenge. A solid 4 out of 5 stars.

Inception: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Inception Review

'Inception' dazzles with smart mechanics and stunning art. A whirl of strategy that feels fresh every play. Yet, its balance shines, making each game a tight match. A must-try for those who love a brainy challenge.

Leo: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Leo Review

Leo' takes you on a vibrant jungle adventure, blending memory with strategy. Its charming artwork and smart gameplay mechanics provide hours of fun, though it's best enjoyed with friends who love a good strategic challenge.

Bonnie and Clyde: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Bonnie and Clyde Review

Played 'Bonnie and Clyde' last weekend. It's a blast! The mix of luck and strategy keeps things fresh. Plus, the artwork? Gorgeous. Only gripe: can get a bit long. Still, a solid 4/5 from me.

Pirates!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Pirates! Review

Pirates! delivers tense sea battles, cheeky treasure theft, and plenty of table talk. Smart choices matter, but a lucky roll can still sink your best plan faster than a wet biscuit.

Shazam: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Shazam Review

Shazam casts a bright, funny spell at the table. Its simple turns welcome new players, while clever choices keep veterans awake. Luck sometimes steals the show, but the lively theme and quick play make each rematch tempting.

Pirates - Box cover - Credit: JohnPurdue
Rating: 3.8/5

Pirates Review

Pirates brings lively sea battles, clever treasure runs, and plenty of table talk. Luck sometimes steers the ship, but smart planning keeps the game afloat. It’s a fun voyage, as long as nobody takes the last rum token.

Buccaneer: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Buccaneer Review

Buccaneer turns treasure hunting into a noisy, cheeky race. Trading feels great, though luck can steal the spotlight. Still, with the right crew, every deal creates a story worth retelling.

Titanic: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Titanic Review

Titanic throws you onto the sinking ship with your friends, plenty of tension, and just enough chaos to keep you guessing who will snag a lifeboat and who’ll end up swimming with the violinists.

Halloween - Halloween, Quined Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.3/5

Halloween Review

Halloween brings spooky art, laughs, and a fair share of sneaky moves. It's fun if you like tricks and treats—just beware the luck factor! We had a blast haunting each other, but some rounds felt ghostly unfair.