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”.

Sheriff of Nottingham cover
Rating:4.3/5

Sheriff of Nottingham Review

Delve into the bustling world of Nottingham; experience the clever blend of bluffing tactics and cheerful conniving that will test friendships and provoke laughter. Mechanically sound, 'Sheriff of Nottingham' makes for a captivating social adventure.
Citadels - Citadels, Windrider Games, 2016 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating:4/5

Citadels Review

Jumped into 'Citadels' expecting a mild night. Wrong! The game's a wild ride of strategy, backstabbing, and laughter. Character choices and building strategies had us hooked. Minor gripe? Luck can sway the game. Still, a solid 4/5.
BattleLore: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.4/5

BattleLore Review

BattleLore combines rich unit diversity, clever command control, and engaging multiplayer interaction into a spectacular tactical board game experience, captivating players through strategic depth and social play.
Black Orchestra: Box Cover Front
Rating:4.5/5

Black Orchestra Review

In Black Orchestra, strategic depth, cooperative play, and historical authenticity coalesce into a captivating board game experience that offers a unique window into WWII intrigue.
Pandemic: Reign of Cthulhu cover
Rating:4.5/5

Pandemic: Reign of Cthulhu Review

In my Pandemic: Reign of Cthulhu review, I explored cooperative strategy against chaotic evil, the synergy between varied roles, and the game's capacity to evoke camaraderie. An infectious blend of mechanics and sociability beguiles players.
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.
ISS Vanguard - ISS Vanguard, Awaken Realms, 2022 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating:4.5/5

ISS Vanguard Review

ISS Vanguard excels at strategic cooperative gameplay, offering a variety of asymmetrical roles and dynamic exploration, intertwined with a captivating narrative that entices players to dive deep into its universe.
Mice and Mystics cover
Rating:4.3/5

Mice and Mystics Review

In Mice and Mystics, players experience a rich story-tale adventure. Cooperative play demands strategic unity, progressing through an unfolding campaign. Character growth rewards teamwork. A mix of nostalgia, innovation, and moving parts creates a memorable game.
Claustrophobia: Box Cover Front
Rating:4/5

Claustrophobia Review

Tried 'Claustrophobia' with buddies - it's a strategic riot against demons! Perfect mix of nail-biting decisions & laughs. Although, if luck dictates your mood, brace yourself. It's more chess with monsters than dice rolling. Solid 4/5!