Board Game Reviews

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Rennaissance cover. Credit: Board Game Geek
Rating: 4/5

Renaissance Review

Renaissance is a gem with solid mechanics and stunning artwork, offering engaging player interaction and good balance. Minor luck elements aside, it's a satisfying game worth your time.

Bingo: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Bingo Review

Bingo, a classic game of luck, brings people together for laughs. Its simplicity shines, though it's heavy on luck. Great for quick, inclusive fun, but don't expect strategy. A solid 3.8 out of 5 from me.

Amsterdam - Amsterdam, Queen Games, 2020 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

Amsterdam Review

Amsterdam is a blast for fans of clever plans and bidding wars. The art pops, the gameplay hooks you, and victory feels earned—unless you accidentally sell your tulips too cheap. Oops. Still, it's a keeper for strategy lovers!

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

Aquarius Review

Aquarius throws you into colorful chaos with matching cards, secret goals, and plenty of wild moves. Quick, silly, and perfect for giggles, but luck often calls the shots more than strategy. Great for families—strategy fans, maybe look elsewhere.

Ranger: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Ranger Review

Ranger throws you into the wild with clever cards and sneaky moves. Quick turns and lots of laughs, but luck sometimes bites. Fast fun for game night, especially if you like a bit of chaos at the table.

New York: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

New York Review

New York throws you right into the city bustle, where every move counts. Smart planning wins the day, but a bit of luck keeps things spicy. It’s a tight, clever board game that’s easy to learn but hard to master.

Napoleon: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.3/5

Napoleon Review

Napoleon sweeps you into epic battle with chunky pieces, clever moves, and tense bluffing. It’s challenging but fair, and perfect for anyone who loves strategy and history—just go easy on the newbies!

Ohio: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.5/5

Ohio Review

If you love fast trading, silly bluffing, and don't mind a little chaos, Ohio is a party hit. Just don't expect to outsmart your dice—or your sneaky cousin Dave. Still, we had plenty of laughs every time.

*Star: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

*Star Review

*star shines with fast turns, clever bluffing, and eye-catching art. Luck can trip you up, but skill wins most days. Great for game night laughs, unless your buddy Bob gets all the good cards again. Looking at you, Bob.

Focus: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Focus Review

Focus is classic brain-battle fun. No dice, just smart moves and sneaky steals. If you like plotting three steps ahead, this one's for you. Not for folks who blame bad rolls—here, it's all on you!