Board Game Reviews

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Australia: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Australia Review

Played 'Australia' with my pals and it was a blast! The mix of strategy with a splash of horror caught us off guard in a good way. Though luck can sway the game, it's mostly your cunning that leads to victory.

Renfield: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Renfield Review

Renfield is a captivating mix of strategy and player interaction. Wonderful components, balanced mechanics, and endless replay value make it a must-have, though a bit of luck can sometimes swing the tide.

America: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.9/5

America Review

America is a fun trivia game with a twist of betting. It's perfect for trivia buffs, though question difficulty can be uneven. High replayability keeps it fresh!

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 is a wild, fast game where your plans go out the window as soon as someone swaps cards. With easy rules and flashy art, it's great for groups—just don’t expect to outsmart much luck.

Ranger: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

Ranger Review

Ranger lets you hike, compete, and sabotage friends—all without real blisters! The outdoorsy art is cute, and strategy matters more than luck. But be warned: some cards bite. Fun if you don’t mind the occasional squirrel ambush!

New York: Box Cover Front
Rating: 3.8/5

New York Review

New York feels like elbowing your way through Times Square, but with less actual sweating. Quick to play, oozes city charm, though some luck can trip you up—still, I’d board this train again.

Napoleon: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Napoleon Review

Napoleon has a great theme and smart moves, but sometimes luck trips you up. It shines with history buffs and strategy friends, but don't expect a walk in the park—unless your dice roll like Napoleon's cannonballs.