Board Game Reviews

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Ohio: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Ohio Review

Ohio's board game features a Midwestern charm, blending strategy and light-hearted chaos. Engage in alliances and mischievous betrayals. It's a fun ride, but beware the dose of luck that might flip your plans upside down. Quick warning—read the rules twice!

*Star: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

*Star Review

*star is a lively blend of strategy and luck. Players forge alliances, navigating thrilling interactions. While sometimes luck overshadows strategy, it's largely a fair and enjoyable game with high replayability, offering fresh experiences each time.

Focus: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Focus Review

Focus is a strategy gem where anticipation is key. Simple design, no luck elements, and balanced mechanics make it a thinker’s delight. Perfect for strategic minds but might feel dry for those seeking excitement.

Delta: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Delta Review

Delta is a treat for strategy lovers. Its vibrant sci-fi world and fair play mechanics keep players coming back for more. Strategy over luck makes every play intense, ensuring endless fun for those who relish a good challenge.

Pizza: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Pizza Review

Playing the 'Pizza' board game is like hosting a delicious pizza party! It's all about creating the perfect pie—slice by slice. Just beware of greedy hands! Strategy and a pinch of luck make it extra cheesy fun!

Shazamm!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Shazamm! Review

Shazamm! takes you on a magical duel, testing your strategy with spell cards. Artwork charms, but plastic bits fall short. Great laughs with friends but beware of a luck factor.

Pirates!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Pirates! Review

Playing Pirates! feels like a wild sea adventure. Expect laughter, a splash of strategy, and a dash of luck. Be ready for thrilling betrayal and treasure hunts. A great pick for fun with a forgiving crew.

Shazam: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Shazam Review

Shazam throws you into a whirlwind of chaos and laughter. It's easy to learn, wild to play, and perfect if you want fun over strategy. Just beware the randomness—lucky socks might help you win!

Pirates - Box cover - Credit: JohnPurdue
Rating: 3.3/5

Pirates Review

Pirates is loud, silly fun with flashy art and a chunky treasure chest. You’ll curse bad luck as much as you’ll laugh. Great for a casual group, but serious gamers might want a sturdier ship.

Museum - Museum, Holy Grail Games, 2019 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Museum Review

Museum turns me from a bumbling collector to a cunning curator in one round. Its artwork is a showstopper, but the real magic is in the fair, puzzle-like gameplay—no mean tricks, just clever moves and laughs.