The world of board games is diverse and welcoming. I love introducing people to new games and opening them up to a world beyond Monopoly and Settlers of Catan. However, most people probably don’t want to dive into a Nemesis-level game right off the bat. Which, if you’re unfamiliar, comes in about four different boxes depending on how many expansions you have. What is the …
I picked up my copy of The Crew at a board game getaway with some friends, and it quickly became one of my favorite 20-minute games to play with a small group. The card game is simple yet involves strategy and teamwork. It’s a cooperative trick-taking game that has nearly endless replay value. If you’re new to those terms, trick-taking is when everyone plays one …
Recently, my husband and I befriended our neighbors, and as fate would have it, they happened to be fellow board gamers. So, when they gifted me the game Mantis for Christmas, I couldn’t wait to try the new game from the same folks who created Exploding Kittens. What is the Mantis game? Mantis is a card game that is described as having the simplicity of …
Sushi Go is a fun card drafting game themed around getting the best combination of sushi dishes. The best part is, learning how to play Sushi Go is very easy! It’s a simple game that accommodates 2-5 players and only takes about 15 minutes to play. Rules for Sushi Go Sushi Go rules are simple. You basically draft, pass and repeat. The name of the …
The Chameleon board game is an award-winning party game that has gotten a lot of attention lately. And it touts a Seal of Excellence from game reviewers. Plus, it comes with the extra challenge of seeing who in your group is color blind. Anyway, I was excited to give it a try. What kind of game is Chameleon? The Chameleon is a bluffing social deduction …
The game Telestrations has quickly made its way to the top of my list of favorite party games. In fact, I’m not sure if I’ve ever laughed harder while playing a game than while playing Telestrations. What is Telestrations? Telestrations is a drawing game that’s essentially a hybrid of the game of “telephone” and Pictionary. But don’t worry, you don’t need any drawing skills. In …
Nemesis is a tabletop board game that is set on a ship infested with hostile organisms. To win, players must complete an objective and make it back to Earth in one piece. The obstacles you will face along the way will include threats like the ship breaking down or catching on fire, alien intruders or even betrayals from your fellow crewmates. Unofficially, the game is based …
There’s nothing better than finding a board game you absolutely love. But inevitably, you want more. Where do you go next? Well, if you’re looking for similar board games to Codenames, you’ve come to the right place. What is Codenames? Codenames is a party game with a spy theme that involves word association. The game mostly consists of clue cards that form a 5×5 grid …
If you’ve ever been in the market for a new board game, you probably already know that the prices may vary greatly. But the good news is, board games don’t have to be expensive. Whether you’re on a budget or you’re looking for the perfect gift this holiday season, there are many options for great games that won’t break the bank and are under $20. …
This self-billed exciting game of strategy is simple to learn and can be played with a somewhat wide range of players. And the good news is, the Sequence board game rules are simple. Sequence uses a standard deck of playing cards and some small poker chips along with a unique game board. If you need to know how to play, you’ve come to the right …