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.”

AuZtralia - AuZtralia, SchilMil Games/Stronghold Games, 2018 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 3.9/5

AuZtralia Review

Auztralia throws you into farming, fighting, and frantic Cthulhu chaos. Expect clever moves, wild monsters, and a time tracker that never lets you nap. It’s farming, but with tentacles—and more stress than my last houseplant.

Jamaica: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Jamaïca Review

Ahoy, mateys! Jamaica had us racing for treasure, laughing at our misfortunes, and planning sneaky moves. Simple yet engaging, it's a hit for game nights, though luck may steer your ship more than you'd like!

Runebound (Third Edition): Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Runebound (Third Edition) Review

In this Runebound (Third Edition) review, we plunged into enchanting realms steeped in adventure, faced gripping player interaction, and experienced rich scenario variability, manifesting a tabletop world brimming with dynamic exploits.

RoboRally cover
Rating: 4.5/5

RoboRally Review

RoboRally's devilishly clever programming mechanics, dynamic player interaction, and ever-changing maps offer a thrilling mix of strategy and chaotic fun that continually brings gamers back to the table.

Libertalia cover
Rating: 4/5

Libertalia Review

A rousing adventure on the high seas, the board game Libertalia delivers a strategic, social, and engaging experience, bound to captivate and challenge friends as they navigate the winds of piracy and treasure hunting.

Legends of Andor: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Legends of Andor Review

In this 'Legends of Andor' review, discover deftly woven puzzles, escalating challenges, and hero role synergy that makes the cooperative gameplay deeply engaging and socially enriching – a commendable feature in tabletop gaming.