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”
Category: Board games
Heat: Pedal to the Metal review
As the summer break is about to roll around, finding the perfect board game to bring family and friends together can be a daunting task. Enter Heat: Pedal to the Metal, published by Days of Wonder and Asmodee in 2022, which aims to deliver high-octane historic racing thrills right in your living room. Combining intuitive and easy to learn mechanics with strategic depth, Heat offers a compelling package that’s ideal for both casual and experienced gamers, and deserves the acclaim it received upon launch. Time for a closer look. Continue reading “Heat: Pedal to the Metal review”
Board games based on Contra and Mega Man (review)
As we review games, films, board games, TTRPGs and everything in between, we always like a good crossover. If you’re looking for a nice last minute holiday gift that fits into that category, Kess has a few nice examples that blend the worlds of video and board games. Here’s a look at Contra: The Board game and the Mega Man Adventures Board Game. Continue reading “Board games based on Contra and Mega Man (review)”
EscapeWelt – Blackbeard’s Compass review
We first discovered EscapeWelt’s portable escape room puzzles last year, when we checked out special plexiglass editions of some of their most successful releases. They’re back this year with Blackbeard’s Compass, a new pirate-themed puzzle box that’s heavily inspired by the legendary pirate captain. Time for a closer look. Continue reading “EscapeWelt – Blackbeard’s Compass review”
Labyrinth review (PS5)
Mindscape and Markt+Technik have recently launched the video game adaptation of the classic board game, Labyrinth, which is now available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. Staying faithful to the original Ravensburger board game that is known and loved in its many incarnations, Labyrinth comes to life in the digital realm, challenging players to navigate shifting passages and collect treasures. We checked out the game on a PlayStation 5. Continue reading “Labyrinth review (PS5)”
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