2025 The Gaming Story so far!

I’m a little late to the party with an update of games played in 2025 so it hought i’d write a 1st quarter update rather than doing 3 seperate monthly updates I didn’t realise how many games of Azul i had played this year so far but i’m a big fan of the game and … Read more

Finspan

Finspan is one of those games that caught my eye, because i wasn’t sure if there was space for another “Span” game. I quickly discovered that Finspan carves out its own space with fresh mechanics and a distinctive theme. So, if you’re curious about what makes this game tick, let’s take a closer look. Finspan … Read more

Love Letter Overview and review

A Pocket-Sized Game of Deduction and Intrigue Sometimes, the simplest games are the most addictive. Love Letter is one of those rare gems—a small, unassuming deck of cards that delivers an incredibly satisfying game of deduction, bluffing, and risk-taking. It’s the kind of game you can teach in minutes, yet it keeps you coming back … Read more

One Night Ultimate Werewolf

If you love quick, intense party games where bluffing and deduction take centre stage, One Night Ultimate Werewolf is an absolute must-try. Unlike traditional Werewolf games that stretch over multiple rounds, this version condenses the experience into a single night, making it fast, chaotic, and endlessly replayable. It’s a game that thrives on paranoia, accusations, … Read more

Is Board Game Arena Worth Your Time?

If you love board games but don’t always have people to play with in person, you’ve probably come across Board Game Arena (BGA). It’s an online platform that lets you play hundreds of board games against friends or strangers from around the world. But is it any good? Does it capture the experience of playing … Read more

Catan – The Ultimate Classic gateway game?

The name “Catan” conjures images of hexagonal tiles, wooden settlements, and lively negotiations. For many, it’s the gateway into the expansive world of modern board games. At Let’s Play Games HQ, we’ve had our own journey with Catan: playing it incessantly during weekends, holidays and game nights over the years, setting it aside for more … Read more

Wyrmspan – Here be Dragons!

When I first heard about Wyrmspan, my curiosity was piqued. It’s a game that’s spawned a thousand “SomethingSpan” memes. A game that combines strategic depth with the allure of dragons? Count me in. Designed by Connie Vogelmann and published by Stonemaier Games, Wyrmspan invites players into the role of amateur dracologists, excavating hidden labyrinths to … Read more

Fluxx

If you’ve ever played a game that starts with simple rules but quickly spirals into controlled chaos, then you might already be familiar with Fluxx. This quirky card game thrives on unpredictability, where the rules, objectives, and even how you take turns can change at a moment’s notice. It’s a game that rewards adaptability over … Read more