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Flamecraft – Fancy Dragons, Powerful Combos And Cozy Strategy
Flamecraft, a cozy turn-based strategy board game featuring artisan dragons, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £15.49. Developed and published by Monster Couch, the game challenges players to earn reputation by placing dragons in shops, gathering resources, and casting enchantments.
Plants vs. Zombies: The Board Game Prepares to Launch on Kickstarter
Mantic Games is developing a board game based on PopCap's Plants vs. Zombies video game series. The project is scheduled to launch on Kickstarter on October 14.
The clever tweaks and new mechanics in Emerland prove that it's so much more than a fresh coat of paint on Everdell
Everdell: Emerland builds upon the original Everdell's foundation with new mechanics and a jungle theme, offering a fresh yet familiar experience for veteran players. While the added complexity might challenge newcomers, the game introduces features like helper meeples and upgradable cards that enhance strategic depth. A notable improvement is the inclusion of a flat board option for the centerpiece ruins, making setup more convenient.
Makruk: Thai Chess - Free Online Browser Game
Makruk: Thai Chess is a browser-based strategy game that offers an engaging experience with no downloads required. It is a Thai board game related to chess, popular in Thailand, featuring an 8x8 board and unique piece movements. The game can be played against AI, locally with another person, or online in multiplayer mode, with the objective being to checkmate the opponent's king.
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute Finally Brings The 1997 Classic West
Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute, a 1997 classic originally released in Japan, has finally received its first Western release on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by CITY CONNECTION and published by Clear River Games, this title blends board game strategy with deck-building mechanics, offering over 300 cards and modern conveniences like a Rewind feature.
Wingspan Pocket has all the brilliance of the original, with fewer barriers to entry
Wingspan Pocket offers a streamlined and portable version of the original board game, making it an excellent entry point for newcomers and a convenient option for existing fans. While some strategic nuance is lost, the core brilliance and engaging gameplay remain, providing a satisfying experience in a shorter playtime.
PAX Unplugged Houston brings tabletop expo to Texas in 2027
ReedPop and Penny Arcade announced PAX Unplugged Houston, a new tabletop gaming expo set to take place from June 25-27, 2027, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. This marks the second PAX Unplugged event, following the established show in Philadelphia, and will focus on board games, card games, and other non-video gaming activities.
Cult-classic Castle Ravenloft D&D board game rises from the grave with an all-new edition
Renegade Game Studios is releasing a new edition of the Dungeons & Dragons board game Castle Ravenloft in February 2027. This updated version features a visual overhaul to match modern D&D aesthetics, with both standard ($100) and premium ($200) versions available for pre-order. The game retains its classic co-op dungeon-crawling gameplay where players battle monsters and seek treasure before facing the vampire lord Strahd von Zarovich.
My family loves board games and kaiju, so King of Tokyo: Godzilla was a day one purchase for me
King of Tokyo: Godzilla is a premium version of the classic board game, featuring official Godzilla monsters and high-quality components. While it adds only one new mechanic and retains the series' reliance on luck, it's an accessible and visually appealing choice for newcomers or fans of Godzilla.
Asmodee Celebrates The Werewolves of Miller's Hollow 25th Anniversary with Special Edition Release
Asmodee is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the social bluffing board game The Werewolves of Miller's Hollow with a special edition release. This updated version aims to commemorate the game's long-standing popularity.
The Best Android Board Games – Updated!
This article lists and describes some of the best board games available for Android devices, including Root, Clank!, Ticket to Ride, and Galaxy Trucker. It highlights their gameplay mechanics, themes, and availability on the Google Play Store.
Horrified: Ravenloft is a slam-dunk for D&D fans, but innovation is starting to be 'mist'
Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons – Ravenloft is a compelling and accessible gothic horror strategy board game that pays tribute to the beloved Dungeons & Dragons campaign, Curse of Strahd. While it retains the core team-based gameplay of the Horrified series, it introduces new monsters and mechanics like Dark Pacts, offering a familiar yet engaging experience for both newcomers and fans of the original campaign.
Modiphius Announces Official Discworld Board Games Will Be Available for Pre-Order
Modiphius has announced that two official Discworld board games, titled 'Kill Sam Vimes' and 'Readers Digested', will soon be available for pre-order. Further details on pricing and release dates are expected.
Two new Discworld board games are on the way, and one of them adapts fan-favorite Blue Moon City
Modiphius Entertainment has announced two new Discworld board games: 'Kill Sam Vimes' and 'Readers Digested'. 'Readers Digested' is a reworking of Reiner Knizia's 'Blue Moon City', set in Ankh-Morpork's Unseen University, where players act as assistant librarians. 'Kill Sam Vimes' is a competitive strategy game for aspiring assassins.
Recension – Console Wars: The Card Game
Console Wars: The Card Game is a satirical card game that parodies the ongoing console wars, drawing inspiration from Monopoly Deal. The game involves collecting complete genres by gathering game cards, using fanbase and action cards to influence the game. Despite minor rule interpretation issues, it offers high replayability and entertainment for families and gaming enthusiasts, with an expansion available.
The Miskatonic Tales: Journey to Innsmouth Board Game Plays Like a Tabletop RPG Without a GM
Miskatonic Tales: Journey to Innsmouth is described as a board game that functions more like a tabletop role-playing game without a Game Master. It offers a way to experience RPG-like narratives in a board game format.
The One Piece: Escape from Egghead Board Game Is Runny and Undercooked
The One Piece: Escape from Egghead board game offers fun push-your-luck dice rolling with the right group, but suffers from ambiguous rules, questionable design choices, and mechanics that falter at different player counts. These issues detract from the overall experience, making it feel underdeveloped.
Beloved, long out-of-print horror board game is getting a revamp, and I can't wait
Fantasy Flight is reviving the beloved, out-of-print second edition of the cosmic horror board game Arkham Horror with Arkham Horror Remastered, set for an October 2026 launch. This revamped version will feature improved rules, new art, and updated graphic design, while retaining the core gameplay of the original. The project will also likely include expansions for the second edition, which are notoriously difficult to find.
MinaLima’s Officially Licensed Harry Potter Board Game Arrives In October 2026
MinaLima's officially licensed Harry Potter board game, Defenders of Hogwarts, will be released in October 2026. The game, which successfully raised over $1.2 million on Kickstarter, allows players to choose allegiance as either a loyal Hogwarts student or a member of the Dark Forces. This release coincides with other major Harry Potter franchise projects, including an upcoming HBO adaptation and a follow-up to the game Hogwarts Legacy.
This new Final Fantasy board game passed me by, but I'm sold already thanks to the pixel art
A new Final Fantasy board game, Origins of Light: A Final Fantasy Board Game, was previewed at Gen Con 2026, drawing inspiration from the Pixel Remaster series with its pixel art style. Developed by KessCo, the game aims to recreate the original three Final Fantasy titles for tabletop. While gameplay details are scarce, the preview showcased crystal dice and character art reminiscent of the 16-bit era, with a Kickstarter planned before a late 2026 launch.
