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”.

Yellowstone: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Yellowstone Review

Yellowstone is a strategic delight that transports you to the wilderness. Skill plays a big role, with little reliance on luck. High-quality components and vibrant artwork improve the experience, keeping players engaged and coming back for more.
Times: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Times Review

"Times" is a rollercoaster of trivia and laughs. The blend of strategy and luck keeps players engaged, though some balance tweaks are needed. Play it with friends for endless fun!
Politico: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3/5

Politico Review

Politico is a political strategy game where players maneuver through negotiation, alliances, and a bit of luck. While fun with friends, luck sometimes sways outcomes too much, but lively player interaction keeps it engaging.
Brew: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Brew Review

Brew is a visually stunning game, offering a mix of strategy and luck. Players battle for resources with dice and cards. It’s mostly fun, but beware the random chances that can mess up your well-laid plans!
Skyward: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Skyward Review

Skyward's captivating art and clever mechanics create an engaging experience. However, luck can sometimes overshadow strategy, affecting balance. Enjoy with friends who appreciate strategic choices and quirky themes for a fun time.
Drive: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Drive Review

Fasten your seatbelts, folks! Drive mixes fast-paced strategy and vibrant artwork, transforming game nights into thrilling races. Despite some luck factors, every playthrough is unique, engaging, and, most importantly, fun! Perfect for driving family and friends to laughter.
Celtic: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Celtic Review

Celtic enchants with its captivating artwork and strategic gameplay. It offers a balanced challenge with minimal luck interference, ensuring fair play. Perfect for game nights, its replayability keeps every session fresh and engaging.
Amazons: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.8/5

Amazons Review

Amazons is a game of skill, like chess on a different map. It rewards strategic thinking and foresight. Its quality pieces and replayability make it a great choice for strategy enthusiasts.
Torres - Torres, HUCH! & friends/IDW Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Torres Review

In my journey with Torres, I discovered a game where strategic depth meets engaging player interaction. The fair scoring system rewards thoughtful planning, making every game a thrilling yet balanced experience worth diving into repeatedly.
Take 5: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Take 5 Review

Take 5 turns simplicity into an art form, masterfully balancing luck with strategy. Its scoring system and player interactions engage without overcomplicating, making it a staple for game nights.