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”.

Las Vegas: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Las Vegas Review

'Las Vegas' dazzles with its mix of luck and strategy. Perfect for game nights, it balances competitive fun with a touch of randomness. Despite my usual gripes with luck, this game keeps everyone on their toes and laughing.
StarCraft: The Board Game: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

StarCraft: The Board Game Review

StarCraft: The Board Game dazzles with strategic depth and dynamic player interaction, making it a highlight for fans of strategy and sci-fi. Each faction brings its own flair, offering varied and immersive gameplay experiences.
Taj Mahal - Taj Mahal, Z-Man Games, 2018 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Taj Mahal Review

Taj Mahal masterfully combines auction and bidding mechanics with dynamic social interactions, elevated by its evocative artwork and thematic depth, making it a must-play for those seeking a richly strategic and socially engaging board game experience.
Space Empires 4X: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Space Empires 4X Review

Diving into Space Empires 4X unveils a crafted blend of economic management, player negotiation, and strategic tech progression. This overview reveals a game that triumphs in delivering intensive, complex gameplay balanced with social interaction and strategic depth.
Vikings: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Vikings Review

Vikings is a fun and strategic board game where you're a Viking leader building and defending your island. With stunning art and smart mechanics, it's perfect for those who enjoy balanced gameplay without too much reliance on luck.
Discworld: Ankh-Morpork: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Discworld: Ankh-Morpork Review

In Discworld: Ankh-Morpork, players vie for control with clever card interplay amidst a vibrant thematic landscape, making each session an unpredictable affair of delightful strategy and cunning.

Wabash Cannonball - Wabash Cannonball, Rio Grande Games, 2023 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4/5

Wabash Cannonball Review

Wabash Cannonball is a nail-biter where savvy auction tactics, strategic route planning, and shrewd player negotiations are critical for railroad dominance. Ideal for those who love a meticulous blend of strategy and interaction in their gaming session.
Monopoly: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Monopoly Review

Our Monopoly Review zeroes in on the quintessence of board gaming: strategy, economics, and the thrilling uncertainty in player negotiations, perfectly mixing both fun and tactical depth, ideal for enthusiasts and casual players alike.
Airlines Europe cover
Rating: 4.4/5

Airlines Europe Review

Airlines Europe Review tests strategic acumen through complex route building and stock management, enriched by interactive player dynamics—a sociable blend teasing the intellect and forming memorable game nights.

High Society - High Society, Osprey Games, 2018 — front cover - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.3/5

High Society Review

'High Society' stands out for its elegant auction mechanics, intricate risk and reward balance, and dynamic player interactions guaranteeing a spirited experience with every playthrough.