Role-Playing

These games often involve storytelling and character development, where players assume the roles of characters in a fictional setting and embark on adventures. Decisions and dice determine the outcomes. Examples include: “Dungeons & Dragons” and “Gloomhaven”.

Borderlands - Front cover from "Classic Edition" PDF version. - Credit: trystero11
Rating:4/5

Borderlands Review

Borderlands: The Board Game impresses with strategic depth, stunning components, and rich player interaction. However, the heavy reliance on dice in combat adds a layer of luck that may frustrate some.
Alone: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.5/5

Alone Review

'Alone' plunges players into a thrilling, horror-filled spaceship adventure. With high-quality components and balanced mechanics, it's great for strategy lovers, though not for those new to complex games.
Fallout - Fallout, Fantasy Flight Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating:4.3/5

Fallout Review

Fallout captures the post-apocalyptic vibe brilliantly with immersive visuals and quests. However, luck can sometimes overshadow strategy, making it a mixed bag for seasoned gamers.
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.
Mea Culpa - Cover (provided by publisher) - Credit: duchamp
Rating:4/5

Mea Culpa Review

Mea Culpa blends humor and strategy in a medieval setting. While the artwork is fabulous and interactions engaging, the balance of strategy and luck might not suit everyone.
Quest: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Quest Review

Quest delivers a thrilling adventure with friends. The teamwork is stellar, but luck can dominate, adding some chaos. If you love a mix of strategy and chance, give it a shot!
Inception: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Inception Review

'Inception' dazzles with smart mechanics and stunning art. A whirl of strategy that feels fresh every play. Yet, its balance shines, making each game a tight match. A must-try for those who love a brainy challenge.
Ranger: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Ranger Review

Ranger offers easy mechanics and lively teamwork, though luck can sway the game. Components are solid, art is captivating, making it an enjoyable, if somewhat unpredictable, experience.
Halloween - Halloween, Quined Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating:3.5/5

Halloween Review

Get ready for spooky fun with the Halloween board game! Engage in area control, strategic moves, and social interaction. Despite some luck-based elements, it's a charming mix of gameplay and art. Happy haunting!
Guardians: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Guardians Review

Guardians has fantastic artwork and engaging gameplay but sometimes suffers from hero imbalance. Despite this, it's a thrilling game for strategy lovers. Just watch out for those overpowered hero combos!