Board Game Reviews

Browse our extensive archive, to find a great match for your next game night!

Submarine cover
Rating: 4.5/5

Submarine Review

Submarine offers engaging mechanics and solid player balance. The components are high quality, and the replayability is top-notch. A few tricky rules, but overall a rewarding experience!

Spies!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Spies! Review

Spies! brings sneaky fun to the table, perfect for groups who love outsmarting friends. While some luck sneaks in, bluffing rules the day—just keep an eye on your wallet if you fear randomness more than double agents.

Planet of the Apes - Planet of the Apes, IDW Games, 2017 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 3.8/5

Planet of the Apes Review

Planet of the Apes packs teamwork, cool artwork, and wild movie action into one box. There’s some luck, but if you love the films, you’ll go bananas for this game. Just watch out for those dice!

Simplicity: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Simplicity Review

Simplicity wins with easy rules and bold looks. Strategy fans will find smart moves to make, but beware—luck loves to sneak in. Still, every game left us grinning and eager for a rematch.

Rush Hour: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Rush Hour Review

Rush Hour is a fun, brain-bending puzzle game. With quality components and increasing challenges, it's perfect for solo play. Just be ready to face some tricky traffic jams!

Catherine the Great: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Catherine the Great Review

'Catherine the Great' marries strategy and history in a balanced board game. Expect stunning artwork and intense player interactions set in 18th-century Russia. Perfect for strategy lovers!

Vector - Box cover (FX Schmidt Edition) - Credit: Marvelfan
Rating: 4.5/5

Vector Review

Vector is a strategic gem with engaging gameplay and stunning design. A bit of a learning curve, but perfect for those who love skill-based games.

New Amsterdam: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

New Amsterdam Review

New Amsterdam impresses with its rich historical theme, strategic gameplay, and high-quality components. Though the card edges might wear over time, it's a minor issue in an otherwise stellar game. A must-try for strategy enthusiasts!

Management: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Management Review

Management board game offers deep strategy, fair mechanics, and excellent replayability. With 1-2 hours of engaging playtime, it's a solid pick for those who love resource management and decision-making.

Portal: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Portal Review

Portal is a strategic gem with top-notch components. It balances skill and luck perfectly, ensuring fun and fair games every time.