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.”

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: 3.3/5

Pirates! Review

Ready yer eye patch! Pirates! throws you into a whirlpool of cannon fire and card flips. Swashbuckling fun, but beware: Lady Luck’s in charge. Arr, bring rum and patience!

Shazam: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Shazam Review

Shazam brings spell-casting chaos and laughs, blending smart moves with silly moments. It’s a fast, zappy game for friends who love magic—but don’t expect deep strategy or endless replay. Still, it’s a blast while it lasts!

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

Pirates Review

If you want to shout "Arrr!" and steal gold from your mates, Pirates nails the vibe. But if rolling dice leaves you sweating, beware: this game loves chaos and crazy luck. Arrr you brave enough?

Buccaneer: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.3/5

Buccaneer Review

Buccaneer throws you onto a wobbly pirate ship full of yelling friends and sneaky steals. It’s a barrel of fun, but don’t expect deep strategy—most victories come from lucky rolls and good timing.

Titanic: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Titanic Review

If you love chaos, drama, and yelling at your friends while a cardboard ship sinks, Titanic is a wild ride. Just pray the lifeboat tokens land in your favor!

Halloween - Halloween, Quined Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 3.5/5

Halloween Review

Halloween's theme is spooky great, and you'll laugh more than scream. But luck rules over skill, so dice-haters beware! Perfect for party nights, not strategy folks. Grab it if you want chaotic fun, not deep thinking.

Guardians: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Guardians Review

If you like heroes, smashing robots, and yelling at friends over shiny tokens, Guardians might be your jam. It’s fair, fun, and never too lucky—just don’t blame me if you lose.

Aliens: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Aliens Review

Aliens turns your friends into suspicious weirdos—and maybe that's the point. It’s tension and bluffing wrapped in a cool box, but luck sometimes crashes the party. Still, I laughed, panicked, and had a blast betraying everyone.