Strategy

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

New York: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

New York Review

New York throws you into the city action with clever moves, sneaky steals, and just enough chaos to keep you on your toes. It’s strategy-heavy, wildly replayable, and a real crowd-pleaser at game night!

Napoleon: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Napoleon Review

Napoleon is a blast for schemers. Strategy rules, but a sneaky dice roll can ruin even genius plans. If you love plotting with friends and shouting 'Vive la France!', this game’s good fun—just don’t expect perfect fairness.

Ohio: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Ohio Review

Ohio brings quick laughs and sneaky bluffing to the table. Easy to learn, fast to play, and perfect for game nights—just watch out if you hate lucky swings!

*Star: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

*Star Review

My friends and I laughed, argued, and got way too competitive with *star. The art pops, strategy matters, but beware those sneaky luck swings and runaway tokens. It’s a blast—just don’t let Steve handle the score sheet.

Focus: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Focus Review

Focus is all about clever moves, sneaky stack stealing, and eye-rolls when your friend blocks your plan. It’s pure skill with zero luck, but don’t expect any wild graphics—this is one for the brains, not the eyes.

Delta: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Delta Review

Delta is the game where brains beat luck. I’ve laughed, schemed, and lost friends over stolen crystals. If you crave strategy and hate dice ruining your plans, this one’s for you.

Museum - Museum, Holy Grail Games, 2019 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4/5

Museum Review

Museum dazzles with its stunning art and smooth set collection, but watch out for a bit of imbalance. I had a blast curating my dream collection—even if my friends gloated about their dinosaur bones. Worth a spot on your shelf!

Goodwill: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Goodwill Review

Goodwill is like game night chaos with a smile—great art, sneaky swaps, and plenty of laughs. Luck sneaks in, but good trades win the day (sometimes). I’d play it again, as long as Steve doesn’t bring his shady handshake.

King: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

King Review

King surprised me—simple to learn, but turns out there’s a lot to mess with your friends. Skill wins most times, but lucky cards pop up! Good for laughs, but if you hate surprises, maybe sit this round out.

California: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

California Review

California is a bright and clever game where strategy matters more than luck. With fun components and a sunny theme, it kept my friends and me entertained without feeling unfair or random.