Which One Should You Buy? & Which Ones Are Worth Your Time? There are now four Wingspan expansions, one more than existed when I last looked at this properly. If you love the base game and you are wondering where to go next, the options are genuinely good. But they are not all the same, … 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
Carcassonne is one of those games that seems simple at first but quickly reveals a depth that keeps players coming back. Whether you’re a seasoned board game enthusiast or just dipping your toes into the world of tabletop gaming, Carcassonne is a fantastic choice. Carcasonne was one of the first game si bought when i … Read more
If you love board games but think they’d be better with a little more backstabbing, you need to try Munchkin. It’s a great fun, Games are unpredictable, and sometimes downright ruthless. Munchkin is a card game that perfectly parodies the classic dungeon-crawling RPG experience. Quick Facts About Munchkin So, What’s Munchkin All About? At its … Read more
There’s something deeply satisfying about a board game that’s quick to learn, deceptively strategic, and packed with opportunities to outwit your opponents. Hey, That’s My Fish! ticks all those boxes. It might look light-hearted with its cartoonish penguins and brightly coloured ice floes, but don’t let that fool you—this game is all about calculated moves … Read more
Zuuili is a card game that strikes the perfect balance between strategy and lighthearted fun. Enter Zuuli, a charmingly chaotic card-drafting game that’ll have you puzzling over the best way to build your ultimate wildlife sanctuary. Quick Facts About Zuuli What’s Zuuli All About? At its core, Zuuli is a game about acquiring animals and … Read more
It’s been a while but i’m finally running a Dungeons and Dragons campaign again. It’s just over a year since the last time I ran or played in a game after some upheaval in my personal life I’m finally back playing again. What’s the campaign all about? I’m running a modified pre-published adventure, The Shattered … Read more
A few years ago, if you wanted to play a board game with friends, you had two choices: dust off the ones in your cupboard or on your shelf or convince someone to host a game night. Now? You can just walk into a board game café, grab a table, and pick from a massive … Read more
Let’s be honest—Monopoly is a dreadful game. And yet, for reasons beyond comprehension, it continues to be dragged out at family gatherings, causing arguments, frustration, and that one smug player who somehow ends up with all the properties. Thankfully we’ve not played it in years but it’s still eponymous when someone asks “What, LIke Monopoly?” … Read more
When we first played 7 Wonders at UK Games Expo in 2023, we weren’t sure what to expect. We’d heard plenty of praise for it, but could it really live up to the hype? After countless games, both in person and on Board Game Arena, I can confidently say this is one of the best … Read more
