Tile Placement

Players build a game board by placing tiles in a strategic manner. Examples include “Carcassonne,” “Azul,” and “Alhambra.”

Connections: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Connections Review

Connections made my friends shout, laugh, and question my taste in music. It’s quick to learn, sparks wild debates, and feels fresh every round. Just watch out for those weird US trivia questions!

QE - Q.E., BoardGameTables.com, 2019 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

QE Review

QE dazzles with its no-limits bidding and rich strategy. Perfect for friends who love a good bluff and calculating risks. Just don't get too carried away with those bids, or you're out of the running!

Mexica cover
Rating: 4.5/5

Mexica Review

Mexica turns city planning into a cutthroat game night. We fought over canals, blocked paths, and claimed districts—no dice luck, just pure strategy. My friend still won by one measly point. I haven’t forgiven him yet.

Queendomino: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Queendomino Review

Queendomino blends strategy and social interaction, offering an in-depth tile placement mechanism and kingdom expansion strategies. Its player dynamics encourage camaraderie, making it a compelling board game worth diving into.

Karuba: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Karuba Review

In this review of Karuba, we delve into the sophisticated balance of strategy, player interaction, and complexity that makes this board game a compelling adventure for friends and family alike.

Roads & Boats: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Roads & Boats Review

This review delves into 'Roads & Boats,' highlighting its rich strategic depth, engaging player interaction, and sophisticated resource management. A board game that promises a complex, yet rewarding experience for those who dive in.

Nova Luna - Nova Luna, Edition Spielwiese / Stronghold Games, 2020 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.3/5

Nova Luna Review

In Nova Luna, players dive into a cleverly designed puzzle of tile selection, attempting to accomplish goals with optimal efficiency while navigating subtle player interaction and turns that ratchet up remarkable tension.

Ingenious - Ingenious, KOSMOS, 2023 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.8/5

Ingenious Review

'Ingenious' hits the sweet spot between being easy to learn and offering deep strategic play. With its high replay value and great component quality, it's a must-have in any game collection, despite its luck factor. A solid 4 out of 5 stars.