Cooperative

In cooperative games, players work together to achieve a common goal, often against the game itself. Examples include “Pandemic,” “Forbidden Island,” and “Ghost Stories.”

Heroes: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Heroes Review

Heroes blends strategy with thrilling player interaction and stunning artwork. Though some random elements may frustrate, its replay value and engaging gameplay make it a worthwhile addition to your board game collection.

Leviathan - Front cover from PDF edition. - Credit: trystero11
Rating: 4.5/5

Leviathan Review

Leviathan's strategic gameplay, balanced mechanics, and stunning components make it a must-have. Minor font issue in the rulebook, but the exciting and fair game experience outweighs it.

Mount Everest: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Mount Everest Review

Mount Everest is a thrilling race to the summit that tests your strategy and luck. Engaging and easy to learn, it's perfect for game nights. However, heavy reliance on luck can frustrate strategic players.

The Shining - The Shining, Mixlore, 2020 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

The Shining Review

'The Shining' board game nails the eerie vibe of its source material, blending strategy and luck with stunning artwork. While luck plays a role, smart play shines, making every game a thrilling challenge. A solid 4 out of 5 stars.

Leo: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Leo Review

Leo' takes you on a vibrant jungle adventure, blending memory with strategy. Its charming artwork and smart gameplay mechanics provide hours of fun, though it's best enjoyed with friends who love a good strategic challenge.

Moon: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Moon Review

Tried 'Moon' with friends and boy, what a ride! Strategizing our lunar missions felt both challenging and rewarding. It's a blast for both strategy fans and space enthusiasts. Just wish luck played a smaller role sometimes.

Shazam: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.1/5

Shazam Review

Shazam brings wild, goofy fun to the table with its fast play and silly cards. Rulebook’s a mess and luck reigns, but you’ll be laughing—just don’t expect deep strategy or a fair duel every time.

Titanic: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.3/5

Titanic Review

Titanic is wild, dramatic, and full of "Oh no, not again!" moments. Great fun for parties, but if you want control over your fate—prepare to get wet. Unpredictable but memorable, just like the movie (without the romance).

Aliens: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Aliens Review

Aliens throws you into chaos—screaming, plotting, and rolling dice in panic. One minute you're safe, next you're alien lunch. It's wild, tense, and a blast for groups, but luck sometimes ruins your best laid plans.

The LOOP cover
Rating: 4.8/5

The LOOP Review

'The LOOP' is a blast! With its cool time-travel twist and zany art, you're in for a treat. Just when we thought we'd seen it all, boom, this game proves cooperation and strategy can still be fresh and exciting.