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”
Category: Board games
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)”
Stratego – 65th Anniversary Edition review
Stratego is nothing short of a timeless classic in the world of board games. It has been captivating players young and old for an astonishing 65 years already, with countless adaptations and variations but a foundation that never really changed. Publisher Jumbo celebrates this milestone with the release of the limited edition Stratego 65th Anniversary Edition, which is a true collector’s item for fans of the game. This deluxe set not only pays homage to the game’s rich heritage, but also introduces exciting new elements that take the classic experience to a whole new level. Continue reading “Stratego – 65th Anniversary Edition review”
Dune – Adventures in the Imperium: Agents of Dune Deluxe Starter Set review
The Dune – Adventures in the Imperium: Agents of Dune Deluxe Starter Set from Modiphius Entertainment isn’t just quite a mouthful, it’s also a great attempt at translating the intricate world of Frank Herbert’s Dune into a tabletop roleplaying experience. Set in the grandeur of the year 10,191, amidst noble houses vying for power and influence, this starter set immerses players in an alternate scenario, offering a unique perspective on the Dune universe. Continue reading “Dune – Adventures in the Imperium: Agents of Dune Deluxe Starter Set review”
Star Trek Adventures: Captain’s Log Solo Roleplaying Game review
Embarking on a solo RPG adventure set in the vast expanse of the Star Trek universe is a thrilling prospect, and “Captain’s Log Solo Roleplaying Game” by Modiphius Entertainment aims to fulfill that promise. This 326-page, full-color digest-sized hardcover rulebook opens up uncharted territory in the world of roleplaying games, offering a standalone experience based on the award-winning 2d20 System used in the (multiplayer-oriented) Star Trek Adventures RPG. Because it can be hard to get a group of players together, we were eager to test out Captain’s Log – here are our thoughts. Continue reading “Star Trek Adventures: Captain’s Log Solo Roleplaying Game review”