Tile Placement

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

TransAmerica cover
Rating: 4.3/5

TransAmerica Review

TransAmerica: A game where strategy meets luck, making every session a new adventure. Its easy rules and fast-paced gameplay ensure it's a hit for game nights. Just watch out, as luck can sometimes derail the best-laid plans.

Red Panda: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Red Panda Review

Just played 'Red Panda' with the gang and wow, what a blast! Perfect mix of chuckles and chin-scratching moments. The artwork? Adorable. But don't let those cute faces fool you; there's some serious strategy needed to win.

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: 3.8/5

Amsterdam Review

Amsterdam mixes clever trading, tense route choices, and just enough luck to keep every turn spicy. It runs a little long, but my friends and I kept plotting like cheerful canal pirates.

Aquarius - Aquarius, Looney Labs, 2021 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 3.8/5

Aquarius Review

Aquarius is quick, clever, and easy to teach. Luck nudges the game around, but smart tile placement still matters. It gave my friends plenty to grumble about, which usually means we had fun.

Museum - Museum, Holy Grail Games, 2019 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4/5

Museum Review

Museum turns card collecting into a clever race for glory. Draft wisely, build tasty exhibit combos, and watch your friends steal the artifacts you wanted. It’s smart, tense, and only mildly rude.