Deck-Building

These games involve constructing a deck of cards over the course of the game. Examples include “Dominion,” “Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game,” and “Ascension.”

Port Royal: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.1/5

Port Royal Review

Port Royal binds risk, negotiation, and serendipity into crux gameplay, affording memorable social evenings and hearty laughter as every drawn card escalates stakes in this nautical race towards victory.

Black Rose Wars: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Black Rose Wars Review

Black Rose Wars conquers the table with its intricate strategy, lively social play, and lavish components. Its depth and interaction leave players spellbound, ensuring every duel is as much about wits as it is about wizards.

Blackout: Hong Kong: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Blackout: Hong Kong Review

Unveiling the intricacies of 'Blackout: Hong Kong', a game where strategic resource management, multi-layered tactics, and social dynamics converge to create engrossing experiences that will bring players back to the table repeatedly.

Bohnanza cover
Rating: 4.5/5

Bohnanza Review

Bohnanza masterfully combines strategic bean farming with vibrant player negotiation, resulting in a delightful social experience. Every game echoes with laughter and sharp tactical moves, catering to both casual and serious gamers alike.

Friday: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.8/5

Friday Review

'Friday', a solo adventure game, has me hooked! The steep learning curve turns into a rewarding journey. Despite its reliance on luck, the strategic depth and replay value shine. It's a solo gamer's treasure I highly recommend.

Mystic Vale: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Mystic Vale Review

Mystic Vale dazzles with its innovative Card Crafting System, enriching gameplay through savvy Resource Management Strategy, and invigorates player camaraderie. An engaging game of magical nature for strategic interactions.

A Few Acres of Snow: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.1/5

A Few Acres of Snow Review

'A Few Acres of Snow' is a strategically immersive game where deck-building cleverly intertwines with war strategy and player interactions, forging not only a battlefield of wits but also an arena for social engagements.

Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North - Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North, Portal Games, 2019 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North Review

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'Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North', a dynamic, card-driven epic balancing clan individuality with interactive fun. Innovative mechanics offer fresh, compelling sessions. A top pick for strategy lovers wanting a good blend of planning and interaction.

Millennium Blades - Millennium Blades, Level 99 Games, 2016 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.6/5

Millennium Blades Review

Millennium Blades melds card trading and deckbuilding with a dynamic market, offering deep strategy and player interaction, encapsulating an adrenaline-packed board gaming experience.