Takenoko is the game I pull out when I want something with a strong table presence that I can explain in ten minutes. It is genuinely beautiful, the panda miniature makes everyone smile, and the bamboo stacking mechanic is one of those small physical pleasures that makes people want to play again just to do … Read more
A Classic of Strategy and Survival,The best worker placement game to play before you play Agricola What Is Stone Age? Stone Age board game is the worker placement game I recommend to everyone who wants to try the genre but is not sure they are ready for Agricola or Viticulture. It has the same satisfying … Read more
A Fresh Take on a Modern Classic Azul: Summer Pavilion is the third standalone game in the Azul series, and the one I would call the most forgiving. That is not a criticism. Sometimes forgiving is exactly what you want. The original Azul can be ruthless. Take too many tiles you cannot place and the … Read more
For me it’s a Game That Keeps Getting Better I have played more Azul than any other game in my collection over the last 18 months. That is not a small statement given the competition on my shelves. It has hit the table at family get-togethers, late-night two-player sessions, and more rounds on Board Game … Read more
Ticket to Ride is one of my favourite games. It’s a game that effortlessly blends strategy, luck, and a touch of nostalgia especially if you liked playing with trains when you were younger, this makes it a perfect choice for game nights with friends and family. Ticket to Ride is a route-building game for 2 … Read more
