Tile Placement

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

Amsterdam - Amsterdam, Queen Games, 2020 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.3/5

Amsterdam Review

Amsterdam excels in strategy and player interaction with top-notch components. Minor issue with box insert but offers great replayability. A rewarding game for those seeking a balanced challenge.

Aquarius - Aquarius, Looney Labs, 2021 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4/5

Aquarius Review

Aquarius throws you into wild, trippy card-laying chaos. One turn, you’re winning, then boom—your element changes! It’s fast, weird, and fun if you don’t mind luck stealing your thunder. Not for grumps who hate losing to chance.

Museum - Museum, Holy Grail Games, 2019 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.3/5

Museum Review

Museum is a set collection gem with gorgeous art and smart gameplay. Trading gets heated, but luck stays low. A few rule hiccups, but I keep returning to the table for just one more round.

Connections: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Connections Review

Connections surprised me with how quick everyone caught on. The rules are clear, and every round had us grinning. If you like clever matching and friendly arguments, it’s a solid pick for your next game night.

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 is a clever, tactical game where you’ll scheme, block, and fight for land. The game rewards sharp planning over luck, making each session tense and fun. Perfect for fans of strategy and eye-catching boards.

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.