999 Games’ Wyrmspan – a dragon-themed take on Wingspan – invites players into a fantasy world where amateur dragonologists compete to build the ultimate dragon sanctuary. Released earlier this year, the game offers a great mix of strategy and lighthearted fun, making it a fantastic option for family play over the holiday break. Its colorful design, imaginative theme, and engaging mechanics make it a standout addition to any board game collection. Continue reading “Wyrmspan review”
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Heat – Heavy Rain expansion review
Days of Wonder and Asmodee’s Heavy Rain expansion for Heat: Pedal to the Metal adds to the game we reviewed earlier, adding both new strategic elements and enhanced challenges to the already thrilling base game. Designed to build on Heat’s success as a high-octane racing experience, Heavy Rain brings in two new international tracks, an additional driver, and a host of unique cards and mechanics that make gameplay even more intense and unpredictable. With these upgrades, Heavy Rain cements itself as a must-have expansion for fans of the base game looking for an elevated racing experience, despite a somewhat high price tag for an expansion. Continue reading “Heat – Heavy Rain expansion review”
Monkey Palace review
Asmodee and LEGO’s Monkey Palace brings together the timeless appeal of brick building and board gaming, creating an experience that is both playful and strategic. Designed by David Gordon and Tin Aung Myaing, Monkey Palace immerses players in a jungle-themed adventure where cooperation and competition are skillfully balanced. It’s a game that appeals to families, creating a space for all ages to participate in an engaging, interactive experience. Continue reading “Monkey Palace review”
Developer interview: Mindbug Online
Card game fans will recognize the name Mindbug, which has been a bit of a runaway success since it launched. During Gamescom, we caught up with Kissaki Studios, who are currently working on Mindbug Online – the digital version of the game that was co-developed with Richard Garfield of Magic: The Gathering fame. We caught up with them to find out more. Continue reading “Developer interview: Mindbug Online”
EscapeWelt – iQube Duel review
Escapewelt’s iQube Duel takes the company’s signature puzzle boxes and introduces a fresh, competitive twist, aiming to bring friends and family together for some friendly rivalry. Unlike previous puzzle boxes, such as Blackbeard’s Compass or Force of Elements (both of which had a single-player focus), this new release encourages multiplayer engagement with its two different puzzle designs. Each set includes two cubes that can be tackled individually or in direct competition, making this one of Escapewelt’s more social products. It’s in its Kickstarter phase right now and we’ve already played them, so let’s take a closer look. Continue reading “EscapeWelt – iQube Duel review”
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