Carcassonne, one of the most famous “gateway” games, has been winning people over for almost 20 years now. Today, two of our writers explore just what it is that draws people to this game and keeps them coming back for more.
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Exit: The Game Mega Review – Puzzling Out
Want to dive into the world of escape room board games? Look no further than the 2017 Kennerspiel des Jahres winner, Exit: The Game. Read our spoiler-free mega review to learn why this game is so clever.
Anomia and Anomia Kids Review – Total Word Recall
Just. Say. Anything. Find out how some of the simplest words will get stuck on the tip of your tongue in our Anomia and Anomia Kids Review.
Istanbul: Digital Edition Review – Very App-ealing.
Istanbul is a modern classic of board gaming and is now available in the app store. Read our Istanbul: Digital Edition review to find out how the digital conversion has gone.
Istanbul Review – Why Istanbul is Better Than Grocery Shopping
Read our Istanbul review to find out why this 2014 Spiel des Jahres winner is considerably better than grocery shopping!
Carcassonne Android App Review – The Digital French Countryside
New to Asmodee’s line of Android games is the app version of Carcassonne. Is it as fun as the physical game? Is it a wise expenditure of your money? Read our review of Carcassonne for Android to find out what we think.
Lost Cities Review – Reiner Knizia
In today’s 2-player spotlight, we talk about Lost Cities. This deceptively simple card game has players using cards to go on expeditions to exotic locations. But hidden beneath that simple veneer is a game bubbling with...
Imhotep Review – Builder in stone, Immortal of engineering
Mine your quarry, load up your boats, and set sail as you compete to build the great Egyptian monuments. Imhotep uses a mixture of ‘pick up and deliver’ and area control to create a game that is both quick, thematic, and...
Animals on Board – A Review of Biblical Proportions
Check out this divinely fun set collection game with a Noah's ark theme. Animals on Board will have you wishing for a flood every night!
No Thanks Review – Yes Please!
Let me introduce you to a game that will make you forget you ever heard the name Uno. No Thanks is fast, fun, and clever. Say "Yes Please", to No Thanks.