I picked up D.O.T at UK Games Expo bundled with Fetching Feathers. I will be honest: it was an afterthought. I preorderd Fetching feathers nad the bundle was an option. I knew nothing about it but Chris Priscott games are usually fab so i too a chance. I was there for the birds. D.O.T was … Read more
Some games arrive quietly, sit on a shelf for a while, then suddenly reappear with confidence. Tacta is one of those. Originally designed by Jason Tremblay and first published by The Op Games, it drifted past a lot of players the first time around. Then a fresh edition landed via Osprey Games, backed by a … Read more
Onitama is the game I describe as chess for people who find chess intimidating, and chess players usually agree it holds up. It is a two-player abstract played on a five-by-five grid, where both players move their pieces using a rotating set of movement cards. No memorising piece types. No decades-long theory to study. Just … Read more
A Cosy Yet Cunning Two-Player Board Game Patchwork is one of the games I recommend most often for two players. It is an easy teach, plays in about thirty minutes, and manages to pack a genuinely clever economy into what looks on the surface like a cosy quilting game. Do not let the theme put … Read more
Azul is a visually stunning and engaging tile-laying game that has been a favourite among board gamers since its release. It’s simple to learn, yet packed with strategic depth, making it a fantastic choice for both newcomers and seasoned players. Over time, the Azul series has expanded, with each new game putting a fresh spin … Read more
For a good few years, this was easily the most played game at Christmas with my family. It’s easy to learn but has loads of depth. You start out thinking it’s just about matching colours and shapes, but after a few rounds, you realise there’s plenty of strategy involved. If you’re looking for something that’s … Read more
An Azul Strategy Guide for Dominating the Game Azul is a game of careful planning, tactical drafting, and a little bit of psychological warfare. While it might seem like a simple tile-laying game at first, a keen understanding of its mechanics and a solid strategy can make all the difference. If you want to outplay … Read more
This game provides a calm and thoughtful challenge, encouraging players to carefully consider each move as they cultivate their bonsai garden. It’s a tile-placement game about growing a bonsai tree that turns out to be the most satisfying 35 minutes in my collection. I am a sucker for a pretty game. I will admit that … Read more
The Brilliant Abstract Strategy Game You Need to Try Hive is one of those games that looks deceptively simple until someone pins your Queen Bee and you suddenly realise you have been outmanoeuvred for the past four turns. It is a two-player abstract strategy game with no board and no luck. Just you, your opponent, … Read more
The most strategic game in the Azul serie, and the one that needs the most explanation before you can enjoy it What Is Azul: Queen’s Garden? Azul: Queen’s Garden is the Azul series at its most complex. If the original Azul is a satisfying afternoon puzzle, Queen’s Garden is what happens when designer Michael Kiesling … Read more
