Strategy

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

Target: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Target Review

If you like flinging stuff and yelling at your pals, Target brings laughs, some skill, and a bit too much luck. It's fun, but don't expect pure strategy. Still, I'd play again, just not every weekend.

M: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

M Review

If you want a game that looks great and keeps everyone engaged—while sometimes letting luck run wild—m brings fun to the table, but won't please players who want to be in full control.

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: 3.8/5

Airport Review

Airport is a light and frantic game where you juggle planes and annoy your friends. It’s quick to play, full of shouting, but luck can crash your plans. Perfect for laughs, not for deep thinkers.

Drive: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.4/5

Drive Review

Drive makes you feel like a race car driver with a mild caffeine addiction—fast, fun, but the randomness can drive you off track. Great art, but luck-heavy. Play if you love chaos, but skip if you want skill.

Cats: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Cats Review

Cats is a silly, light card game where you chase fancy felines and sabotage your friends. Quick to learn, fun for all, but luck can topple your plans. Good for laughs, not for serious strategists.

Celtic: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Celtic Review

Celtic mixes clever route-building with just enough chaos to keep things spicy. Easy to learn, great for groups, and—warning—may cause sudden bursts of table laughter. Just watch out for those luck swings. Bring snacks and let the banter flow!

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.