Rating: 4.3/5
Francis Drake Review
Francis Drake makes you feel like a sneaky sea captain, racing for loot and glory. With clever planning, tense choices, and a pinch of luck, it's a swashbuckling adventure my friends wanted to play again.
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”.
Rating: 4.5/5
Opera Review
Opera made me feel like a sneaky music master—no dice rolling, just pure outwitting my friends. The artwork is classy and the strategy runs deep. Great for thinkers, maybe not so much for the impatient.
Rating: 3.3/5
Corona Review
Corona's got wild moments and table talk, but if you hate luck ruining your plans, steer clear. Fast, silly and fun, but don't expect a serious strategy fest. My group laughed, groaned, then demanded a rematch.
Rating: 4.8/5
The Wolves Review
If you want a board game that rewards clever play and sharp moves, The Wolves is it. Every turn matters, and there's just enough drama when packs clash. Warning: Wolf howling is not included, but highly encouraged.
Rating: 4.3/5
METAL Review
Metal surprised me! It mixes smart planning with a bit of mischief. Real metal bits make it feel fancy, and each game feels different. Not for folks who hate thinking, but our group keeps asking for one more round!
Rating: 4.3/5
Metro 2033 Review
Metro 2033 plunges you into gritty, post-nuke Moscow. Expect tense alliances, backstabbing, and the odd bad luck meltdown. It’s not perfect, but if you crave theme and drama, it’s a ride worth hopping on.
Rating: 4.5/5
Sherwood Review
Sherwood blends sharp bluffing and skill, with barely any luck in the mix. Gorgeous art and fast games keep me coming back—plus, my friends actually talk to me after playing. It’s a merry hit at my table!
Rating: 4.5/5
Boxes Review
Boxes wastes no time with tricky rules. You grab a pen, argue over lines, and by the end you've made new rivals—er, friends. Quick, crude fun for anyone who likes to block, claim, and gloat.
Rating: 4/5
The Arrival Review
The Arrival wowed my friends with its clever choices and moody Celtic theme. We fought, plotted, and sometimes yelled, but it always felt fair. Not perfect, but if you love strategy, you’ll come back for more.
Rating: 4.3/5
Byzantium Review
Byzantium packs your brain with choices—play both sides or get squashed. Tough for newbies, but if you like scheming, this game shines. Not for the faint-hearted or dice-rollers, but real strategy fans will love the challenge.