Tile Placement

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

Castle: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Castle Review

Castle has won my gaming heart! Its mix of easy rules and deep strategy hits the sweet spot. Add in the gorgeous artwork, and it's a game night must-have. Just wish luck played less of a role.

Butterfly Garden: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Indigo (Butterfly Garden) Review

Indigo: A gem among games, blending strategy and luck. Its unique mechanics and stunning artwork ensure no two games are the same. Despite its chance elements, strategic minds will find ways to shine. An absolute must-try.

Yahtzee: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Full House Review

Played Full House with the gang and what a blast! Perfect mix of laughs, strategy, and those oh-so-sweet moments of triumph. Solid components too. Just wish luck wasn't a big player. Still, a solid 4 stars from me!

Taurus - Taurus, LudoArt Verlag, 2008 — front cover - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Taurus Review

Grabbed Taurus for game night and wow, it's a hit! Super easy to learn but packs a strategic punch. Quality pieces, fair mix of luck and strategy. It's now our go-to game. Highly recommend!

Tetris: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.8/5

Tetris Review

Played Tetris with friends, and man, it's a blast! Simple yet addictive, it's a game night staple. Just wish luck wasn't such a big player in winning. Still, it's a solid 4 out of 5 stars.

Amsterdam - Amsterdam, Queen Games, 2020 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Amsterdam Review

Amsterdam is a blast for fans of clever plans and bidding wars. The art pops, the gameplay hooks you, and victory feels earned—unless you accidentally sell your tulips too cheap. Oops. Still, it's a keeper for strategy lovers!

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

Aquarius Review

Aquarius turns chaos into fun! Every round brings new surprises and bright rainbows, but it’s not for hardcore strategists. If you love quick, lively games and plenty of luck, this one will keep you smiling—or groaning!

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 great art and theme, but luck can trip up your plans. It’s fast to learn and fun with friends, though sometimes it feels like the card gods want you to open a potato exhibit instead.

Connections: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Connections Review

Connections surprised me with how quick it got laughs and heated debates going. It's easy to learn, perfect for family nights, and keeps everyone involved. Just don't expect a deep strategy game—this one's all about having fun together.

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!