Area Control

Players compete to dominate and control more areas or territories on the game board. It often involves conflict, strategy, and negotiation. Examples include “Risk” and “Smallworld”.

Wakanda Forever: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.9/5

Wakanda Forever Review

In Wakanda Forever, strategy and laughter reign. Dice and deals drive tribal thrills, but watch for luck’s sneaky hand. Gorgeous art and clever mechanics keep us battling for the throne, time and again. Long live Wakanda!

Conquest - Box - Credit: FedrikElassar
Rating: 4/5

Conquest Review

Conquest combines strategic gameplay with a dash of luck, making every session unpredictable. It's balanced and engaging, with vibrant artwork. Ideal for game nights, but beware, luck can tip the scales. Highly recommended for strategy lovers.

Tribe: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Tribe Review

'Tribe' blends strategy and social fun with unique tribes and engaging gameplay. While some abilities feel slightly unbalanced, it remains a worthy addition to any game night.

No Escape: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

No Escape Review

"No Escape" is a whirlwind of chaos and laughter. Strategic decisions clash with luck, creating hilarious moments with friends. It’s fun, but the luck factor can sometimes leave strategy fans a bit frustrated.

Pacific Ocean: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Pacific Ocean Review

Pacific Ocean sets sail with vibrant artwork and rich theme. Strategic depth keeps you engaged, but watch out for some luck-based waves. Despite minor turbulence, it’s quite a voyage. Perfect for map-loving adventurers craving a thoughtful, engaging experience.

Han: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Han Review

In Han, players find a harmonious balance of strategy and engagement. The colorful, sturdy components invite endless replayability. With straightforward rules and minimal reliance on luck, Han will add vibrant competition to your game night gatherings.

Colonies: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Colonies Review

Colonies perfectly balances strategy and replayability with stunning components. While luck plays a part, it’s minimal, ensuring skill prevails. A well-balanced game that's both fun and engaging for all players.

Glory: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Glory Review

"Glory" captures medieval magic with fantastic art and strategic depth. It's fun, fair, but some luck elements creep in. Perfect for game nights with friends, yet a bit unfair at times. Worth a try for strategy lovers!

Black Ice: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Black Ice Review

Black Ice is a thrilling digital battleground board game. Its strategy and alliances keep players engaged, though luck can sway the day. With vibrant visuals and endless replayability, it's a hit for game nights among friends.

ORC - ORC, Little Future (リトルフューチャー), 2019 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 3.5/5

ORC Review

"Orc" combines cheeky strategy with a sprinkle of luck. With vibrant artwork and fair gameplay, it's a fun ride for orc enthusiasts. However, the luck factor might irk strategy purists. It's a wild, orc-tastic adventure worth trying!