Strategy

These games focus on planning, resource management, and decision-making. Examples include “Catan,” “Risk,” and “Twilight Struggle.”

Alaska: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Alaska Review

In 'Alaska', you're racing against friends to gather resources and survive the cold wilderness. It's strategic, immersive, and just the right amount of challenging. Beware, luck does play a small role!

Paris - Paris, Game Brewer, 2020 — front cover - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Paris Review

Paris combines stunning artwork with strategic gameplay to create a memorable experience. The detailed illustrations and balanced mechanics make it a must-try for strategy game lovers.

Sakura: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Sakura Review

Sakura blends charm with strategy, offering engaging player interaction and stunning artwork. Though it can get repetitive, it's a fun addition for any board game lover.

Trails: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.1/5

Trails Review

In Trails, trek through stunning landscapes, collect resources, and enjoy strategic gameplay with friends. Though luck plays a role, the vibrant artwork and engaging mechanics make it a joy.

Mamma Mia!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Mamma Mia! Review

Mamma Mia! serves a delightful blend of strategy and luck. It's a fast-paced card game where players collect ingredients to complete pizzas. Perfect for game nights, though be prepared for the occasional curveball.

In the Shadow of the Emperor: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Kaiser Review

Kaiser brings a blend of strategy, mind games, and quality components. It's perfect for those who prefer skill over luck. Get ready to outsmart your friends!

Aus die Maus!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Bon Appetit! Review

Bon Appetit! offers balanced mechanics, stunning artwork, and great replay value. Perfect for those who enjoy strategic bidding and memorable game nights. Highly recommended!

OPEN - OPEN, BrainBrainGames, 2022 — front cover - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4/5

OPEN Review

Open offers thrilling gameplay with rich player interactions and high replayability. The components are top-notch, but the game sometimes feels unbalanced due to luck. House rules can fix that. Still, a solid addition to any game night.

Reign - Reign, PlayMonster, 2020 — front cover - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Reign Review

Reign combines sharp strategy, engaging player interactions, and top-quality components. It's one of those gems that keeps you coming back for more sessions. A definite win for game nights.

Utopia: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Utopia Review

Utopia dazzles with its futuristic theme and detailed artwork. The game integrates strategic resource management and luck-based events. Perfect for fans of complex strategy, but beware: the game can feel a bit unpredictable at times.