Cards Against Humanity is the self-described party game for horrible people. When it made its debut, it felt like everyone in the world was playing this game. Why? Probably because of shock value. But more than that, the game has a solid design. It was a brilliant formula and it wasn’t hard to learn how to play. Therefore, there’s a low barrier to entry for …
Ah, game night, a peaceful evening with family and friends and … Hitler? Yeah, prepare yourself for a lot of yelling with this one. There’s nothing else quite like a board game night that is full of deceit, politics and secret agendas. The game Secret Hitler takes us back to pre-WII Germany where German politicians are trying to rise to power and take control of …
The worst part about learning any new game is learning the rules and how to play. Yuck. The good news is that Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza is pretty much the easiest game to learn on the face of the planet. It’s a social card game that is super simple and super fun. It’s short-lived fun. But still, fun. On the box, it promises to …
When building your board game collection, you want to be sure you have a wide range of games that fit into different categories and accommodate various players. So if you’re in the market for your next light-hearted cooperation game, So Clover might just fit the bill. Games like this one serve as a good “starter” game for a fun game night. It requires very little …
The Harry Potter series holds a special place in my heart. I grew up reading the books. I went to many of the midnight releases. As an adult, I was lucky enough to get engaged inside Olivander’s at Universal Studios. My husband put a ring on a wand inside the wand shop and we basked in pre-wedding bliss while sipping on Butterbeer. If you’re like …
If you’re planning a game night for a large group of people, selecting the right game can make or break the evening. While I like to think there are no incorrect answers, try to understand your guests and keep them in mind when making your game selections. If your crew is newer to board games, try to go for something that has mass appeal and …
While I love a good game night, playing board games with a large group of people can be tricky. Party guests may not always be gamers, and learning a new complicated game can be intimidating for many people. This hesitancy to learn something new may make your guests not want to participate, so it’s always a good idea to keep any party games or activities …
Looking for a few fun camping games? Going camping with family or friends can be one of the most peaceful ways to spend a weekend. What are some fun camping activities? When you mention camping to someone, they’re likely to think of sitting around a campfire and chatting, eating barbecue and making s’mores. Some people may go hiking, read books, play music or tell campfire …
Do board games and college students actually go together? Personally, I think it’s a perfect match. I have many fond memories from my college years, which don’t feel like they were now almost a decade ago. Some of my favorite nights were spent with new friends, a red solo cup and a board game. Should you bring board games to college? I vote yes. But …
Some of the most creative minds in the world will say that a lot of their best ideas come from their dreams. Jimi Hendrix reportedly was inspired to write “Purple Haze” from a dream. And it shouldn’t be terribly shocking that the inspiration for the film “Inception” also came from a vivid dream. I wish my mind was that creative. Instead, my dreams sometimes seem …