Board Game Reviews

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Kingsburg: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Kingsburg Review

In Kingsburg, players deftly manage resources, strategically place dice, and rumble with rivals for royal favor. It’s a captivating blend of tact and touch, where foresight meets formidable fun.

ISS Vanguard - ISS Vanguard, Awaken Realms, 2022 — front cover (image provided by the publisher) - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.5/5

ISS Vanguard Review

ISS Vanguard excels at strategic cooperative gameplay, offering a variety of asymmetrical roles and dynamic exploration, intertwined with a captivating narrative that entices players to dive deep into its universe.

Chess: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

Chess Review

Chess is the classic showdown of brains, patience, and the occasional snack break. Every game feels like a thrilling puzzle—unless you blunder your queen, in which case, it turns into a lesson in humility. Still a must-play!

Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game - Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game, Fantasy Flight Games, 2023 — front cover - Credit: W Eric Martin
Rating: 4.4/5

Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game Review

Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game review reveals a blend of strategic mechanics, rich social interaction, balanced with authentic theming, offering an engaging experience that faithfully captures the essence of the galaxy far, far away.

Wavelength: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

WaveLength Review

'Wavelength' is a blast, mixing brainy guesswork with laugh-out-loud moments. Perfect balance of luck and strategy, but if you're all about pure skill, think twice. Still, it's a game night winner.

King of Tokyo: Dark Edition: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

King of Tokyo: Dark Edition Review

After many uproarious sessions, 'King of Tokyo: Dark Edition' stands out for its balanced mix of strategy, area control, and vibrant player interactions, providing a formidable yet delightful challenge for tabletop enthusiasts.

The Manhattan Project: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4.5/5

The Manhattan Project Review

Concluding this review, The Manhattan Project exemplifies a robust combination of resource management, social interaction, and strategic depth, offering replayability and a reinterpretation of history that is sure to engage board game enthusiasts.

Thunderstone Quest cover
Rating: 4.5/5

Thunderstone Quest Review

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Thunderstone Quest. Delve into streamlining deck-building, exciting player interaction, and gripping quest progression in this enriching board game experience.

Mice and Mystics cover
Rating: 4.3/5

Mice and Mystics Review

In Mice and Mystics, players experience a rich story-tale adventure. Cooperative play demands strategic unity, progressing through an unfolding campaign. Character growth rewards teamwork. A mix of nostalgia, innovation, and moving parts creates a memorable game.

Advanced Squad Leader: Box Cover Front
Rating: 4/5

Advanced Squad Leader Review

Advanced Squad Leader is a beast of a game. With its intense strategy and detailed scenarios, it's a marathon not a sprint. Perfect for those who love depth and a bit of a challenge. Just don't expect to master it overnight!