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.”

Pirates - Box cover - Credit: JohnPurdue
Rating:3.3/5

Pirates Review

Ahoy, mateys! 'Pirates' will have you swabbing decks and hunting treasure. With wild twists and teamwork, it's a pirate's life full of fun, though the luck factor makes old sea dogs wary. Chart your course for chaotic adventures!
Buccaneer: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Buccaneer Review

Buccaneer stands out with its exciting pirate theme and engaging crew-building. Players will experience endless laughs, but the heavy reliance on luck can sometimes steer the game off course. It's a thrilling adventure, though not always balanced.
Titanic: Box Cover Front
Rating:3.3/5

Titanic Review

Titanic's charm lies in its historical theme, inviting players to navigate chaos. However, unclear rules and luck-based mechanics may frustrate some. Embrace the pandemonium, and you might just find yourself yelling, "Iceberg, right ahead!" with a smile.
Halloween - Halloween, Quined Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating:4/5

Halloween Review

Halloween board game mixes spooky fun with a touch of luck. Enjoy vibrant components and character variety, but beware of dice-driven mechanics. It shines in atmosphere, enticing you to play again despite its flaws.
Guardians: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Guardians Review

Guardians balances strategy with an element of luck. Stunning art and components enhance play. Replayability is high, but luck can frustrate. It's great fun for casual and strategic players alike.
Aliens: Box Cover Front
Rating:3.5/5

Aliens Review

In 'Aliens', players unite to outsmart and outlast waves of alien foes. While teamwork and tension shine bright, expect a bit of luck to creep in. Strategy lovers will find both thrills and frustration in equal measure.
Bears!: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.3/5

Bears! Review

Diving into Bears! was like discovering a treasure trove of strategy and laughter. Each round pushed the boundaries of our friendship, crafting unforgettable memories around the board. It brought us closer, turning an ordinary night into an adventure.
Thebes cover
Rating:4.5/5

Thebes Review

Thebes proves its uniqueness with a clever time-allocation mechanism, balancing risk in artifact digs. Its true charm lies in the social dynamics it fosters among players, leading to memorable game nights filled with strategy and laughter.
Dead Reckoning: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.3/5

Dead Reckoning Review

Dead Reckoning sails into your game night with a bang! Stunning art, clever card crafting, and thrilling exploration combat make this a treasure. Just watch out for those dicey moments where luck can sink your strategy.
Conan - Conan, Monolith, 2016 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating:4.3/5

Conan Review

Played Conan with my pals and, wow, it's a blast! Imagine mixing brains and brawn for epic showdowns. Though, beware, luck isn't much of a factor here. If you love strategy, this game's a gem. Solid 4/5!