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.”

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: 3.8/5

Shazam Review

Shazam hurls spell cards, chaos, and laughs across the table. Fast turns and crazy player moves keep everyone on their toes—if you like wild party games and don’t mind a sprinkle of luck, grab your wand!

Titanic: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Titanic Review

Titanic throws you into icy water with friends you might have to betray. The tension is real, the laughs awkward, and the game rewards sneaky planning far more than lucky dice rolls. Just don’t hog the lifejackets.

Aliens: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Aliens Review

Aliens is pure chaos in a box. We laughed, we argued, someone may have eaten a game piece. If you want strategy, look elsewhere, but if you want a wacky party night, this game delivers laughs and laser beams.

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.

Conan - Conan, Monolith, 2016 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.3/5

Conan Review

Played Conan with my pals and, wow, it's a blast! Imagine mixing brains and brawn for epic showdowns. Though, beware, luck isn't much of a factor here. If you love strategy, this game's a gem. Solid 4/5!

Pandemic cover
Rating: 4.5/5

Pandemic Review

Pandemic turns you into a disease-fighting squad. It's all about strategy, cooperation, and the thrill of saving the world. Despite the challenge, it's a blast with friends. Just don't blame me if you start eyeing hand sanitizer differently.