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: 4.3/5

Spies! Review

Spies! mixes bluffing, deduction, and plenty of suspicious side-eye. I spent half the game accusing my best friend of lying—and I was right. If you like outsmarting friends, this is your jam. Just watch those sneaky 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: 4.3/5

Planet of the Apes Review

Planet of the Apes lets you team up against monkey mayhem, making tough choices and hoping dice don’t ruin your plans. If you like chaos with your bananas, this game could be your jungle jam.

Simplicity: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Simplicity Review

Simplicity lives up to its name—easy rules, quick setup, and zero headaches. My friends actually understood it on the first try, which is a miracle. It’s light, fair, and perfect for a chill evening of friendly competition.

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.