Strategy

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

Target: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Target Review

Target is easy to pick up and keeps my friends laughing, even if luck sometimes rules the day. Quick setup, sturdy parts, but not for those craving heavy strategy. Best with snacks and a sense of humor.

M: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

M Review

From the very first turn, 'm' unleashed chaos and laughter on our table. With chunky tokens and surprise alliances, it’s a wild ride—just beware the luck swings if you’re the kind who flips tables over bad dice rolls.

Bears!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Bears! Review

Diving into Bears! was like discovering a treasure trove of strategy and laughter. Each round pushed the boundaries of our friendship, crafting unforgettable memories around the board. It brought us closer, turning an ordinary night into an adventure.

Airport: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Airport Review

Airport is pure organized chaos. One minute you’re loading passengers, next someone steals your runway! It’s quick, funny, and great for groups, but don’t expect to outsmart the dice. Just bring snacks and lots of patience.

Drive: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Drive Review

Drive is a wild race of wits and wheels. Easy rules, fun twists, and barely any luck—just pure skill! My friends want rematches. I want snacks.

Cats: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Cats Review

Cats is a chaotic furball of luck and laughter. The artwork is adorable, but strategy takes a back seat—bring friends who love surprises, not sore losers. I had a blast, but expect meows and mayhem, not masterminding moves.

Celtic: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Celtic Review

Celtic is a clever race-and-collect game that kept my friends plotting and side-eyeing each other all night. Quick to learn, fair on strategy, and with plenty of friendly chaos—it’s a keeper for game night.

Thebes cover
Rating: 4.5/5

Thebes Review

Thebes proves its uniqueness with a clever time-allocation mechanism, balancing risk in artifact digs. Its true charm lies in the social dynamics it fosters among players, leading to memorable game nights filled with strategy and laughter.

Tobago: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Tobago Review

Tobago excels with its captivating treasure hunt, fostering a shared journey of deduction and strategy amongst players. It molds an interactive, constantly evolving puzzle, guaranteeing each game session unleashes new secrets and challenges.

Torres - Torres, HUCH! & friends/IDW Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Torres Review

In my journey with Torres, I discovered a game where strategic depth meets engaging player interaction. The fair scoring system rewards thoughtful planning, making every game a thrilling yet balanced experience worth diving into repeatedly.