Board Game Reviews

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Ohio: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3/5

Ohio Review

Ohio brings quick, sneaky fun to the table. Expect plenty of laughs, some groans at your own bad luck, and non-stop table talk. Simple rules mean anyone can play, but strategists might want to look elsewhere.

*Star: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

*Star Review

*star nails it with quick turns, clever choices, and just enough chaos to keep everyone on their toes. The art’s a treat, and we had a blast—just brace for the odd lucky break that might tip things!

Focus: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Focus Review

Focus is a smart, tactical game with zero luck. If you love outwitting your friends and hate losing to dice rolls, this is your jam. Easy to learn, hard to master—bring your brain, leave the excuses.

Delta: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.8/5

Delta Review

Delta surprised me! It's all about clever moves, not lucky dice. The artwork pops, and my friends actually wanted a rematch, which never happens. If you hate random nonsense, this one just might be for you.

Pizza: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Pizza Review

If you want to laugh while making the weirdest pizza ever, this game's a solid pick. Quick, silly, and super easy to play, but don't expect big brain tactics—luck rules the kitchen here!

Shazamm!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Shazamm! Review

Shazamm! makes you feel like a real wizard, minus the hat hair. Bluff, bid, and hope your spells don’t misfire—just watch your mana, or you might end up swimming!

Pirates!: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Pirates! Review

If you like yelling "arrr!" and betraying your friends for shiny loot, pirates! is a chaotic riot. But beware—luck rules the sea, so your cunning plan may sink faster than your last dinghy.

Shazam: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.3/5

Shazam Review

Shazam throws you and your friends into a whirlwind of spells, shouts, and laughter. Just don't expect deep strategy—this game is about having fun and maybe losing your voice.

Pirates - Box cover - Credit: JohnPurdue
Rating: 3.5/5

Pirates Review

Pirates is a wild, chaotic game where luck rules the seas. If you want laughs, backstabbing, and don’t mind randomness, you’ll have a blast! Serious tacticians, probably best stick to safer waters.

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.