PARKS, designed by Henry Audubon and published by Keymaster Games, is a beautifully crafted board game inspired by the stunning landscapes of America’s national parks. Players take on the role of hikers, trekking trails, gathering resources, and visiting parks to earn points. With its gorgeous art and intuitive gameplay, PARKS is accessible to new players […]
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World Wonders, designed by Andrés Maciel and published by Arcane Wonders, is a brilliant blend of city-building and strategic placement. Players step into the shoes of ancient leaders, competing to construct the most glorious city filled with iconic monuments and efficient districts. The game balances accessibility for newer players with enough depth to challenge seasoned
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Deal with the Devil, designed by Matūj Šoch and published by CGE, presents itself as a grand experiment in merging euro-style mechanics with hidden role and app-driven interactions. Players take on secret roles as Mortals, a Cultist, or the Devil, navigating resource management, reputation, and debt mechanics in a medieval setting. Despite this ambitious premise,
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Archeos Society, designed by Paolo Mori, reimagines Ethnos with an archaeological theme. Players lead expeditions, collect cards, and advance along tracks to earn points. While it retains Ethnos’s core mechanics, this reimplementation lacks the charm and vibrancy of its predecessor, making it feel more mechanical and less engaging. Losing Fantasy for Formula Archeos Society trades
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Splendor Duel, designed by Marc André and Bruno Cathala, reimagines the iconic Splendor for two players. It builds on the original’s gem-collecting mechanics while introducing new layers of strategy and interaction. In this head-to-head contest, players compete to acquire prestige through clever resource management and tactical moves. While the game stays true to its roots,
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Jaipur, designed by Sébastien Pauchon and published by GameWorks, is a delightful two-player card game. Players compete to become the Maharaja’s personal trader by collecting, exchanging, and selling goods for rupees. Each round presents dynamic decisions and a blend of tactical strategy and opportunistic play. Jaipur is straightforward to learn yet offers strategic depth, making
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Sky Team delivers a fresh take on cooperative gameplay by putting players in the cockpit of a commercial airliner. Two players, acting as pilot and co-pilot, must navigate and land their plane safely through coordinated dice placement and strategic silence. Designed by Luc Rémond and published by Le Scorpion Masqué, this game challenges communication and
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Camel Up is a fantastically chaotic and fun-filled racing game that thrives on big groups and energetic interaction. Designed by Steffen Bogen and published by Pegasus Spiele, it offers a unique twist on the racing genre by focusing on betting and unpredictable camel movement. Players bet on which camel will win or lose each leg
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Ready Set Bet is a high-energy, real-time betting game that puts players in the midst of a horse race. Designed by John D. Clair and published by Alderac Entertainment Group, the game delivers the feel of a bustling race track, complete with dice-driven action and frenetic betting. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or a newcomer
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