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”.

Buccaneer: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.3/5

Buccaneer Review

Buccaneer serves up a barrel of laughs, wild stealing and plenty of pirate drama. The dice may annoy strategy fans, but it shines with friends who love chaos and a good giggle. Don’t expect to outthink your luck!

Yellowstone: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Yellowstone Review

Yellowstone packs gorgeous art and cheeky ranger moves, but sometimes the event cards swing harder than a bear after honey. Still, I had a blast, and it's a top pick for anyone who loves park adventures with laughs.

Times: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Times Review

Times is a fast, easy party game where speedy thinking beats strategy. Great for laughs and chaos with friends, but luck can decide the winner. Perfect when you want fun without rules headaches.

Politico: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Politico Review

Politico takes you on a wild ride through the mess of politics. Think wheeling, dealing, and backstabbing, all with a wink. Great for lively groups, but if you hate random twists, you might want to duck out early.

Brew: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Brew Review

Brew throws wild dice, gorgeous art, and chaos into a bottle. Fun for most, tricky for control freaks. I laughed, I lost, and I spilled a drink. Would play again—just not if I want to win by skill!

Skyward: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Skyward Review

Skyward hooked my friends and me with its clever strategy and snazzy art. If you like fair play and lively table talk, it's a winner—just watch out for those cunning negotiators at your table!

Drive: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Drive Review

Ready, set, go! Drive cranks up the fun with quick cards, sneaky moves, and tense races. It’s easy to learn and keeps everyone on the edge. Just watch out for a lucky card flipping your victory into defeat!

Celtic: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Celtic Review

Celtic stands out with its colorful paths, sneaky moves, and just enough luck to make every round spicy. It’s easy to learn, family-friendly, and perfect for players who enjoy clever routes without getting too serious.

Amazons: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Amazons Review

Amazons is pure strategy in a box. It’s easy to learn, tough to master, and makes you feel smart or very silly in the same ten minutes. Worth a spot on your shelf!

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.