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10 Fun Games Where You’re the Bad Guy!

Modern gaming is packed with virtuous paladins, noble wizards, and kindly hobbits. But, sometimes, it’s just better to be a bastard. Whether you’re commanding armies, chomping on flesh, or planning your latest political backstabs – there are few things that board gaming does better than letting you act out [read more]

10 Games to test your detective skills

When it comes to unpicking a mystery, there’s nothing better than having a few folk round to help out. Enjoying a massive audience, games such as Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective, have opened the floodgates for fans to test their wits against the finest mysteries the world of tabletop gaming [read more]

10 Solid Games for Players Looking for a STORY!

Once we’re finished playing our favourite games, all we want to do is tell our friends about it. And while some sessions may be tense, balanced knife fights…sometimes you just want something that gives your group an honest-to-goodness legend to pass on. So, here are ten of our favourite [read more]

10 Fantastic Picks for True Comic Fans

While nerd culture may rule the planet, it can be difficult to find a comic-book inspired game for your favourite Marvel Zombie or DC Fan. Thankfully, recent years have seen a glut of quality titles hit the shelves, letting you bring your favourite stories to life…and prove that Cyclops [read more]

8 Perfect Games for Politics Nerds

You’d be forgiven for ignoring the news recently. But, as we all know, it’s hard to keep a politics nerd down. While we’re living through some ahem ‘interesting’ times, there’s arguably never been a better opportunity to expand your collection with some absolutely stunning games that do something [read more]

The Teach: What the hell is it and how do I take it on?

An essential part of any game evening, nailing the ‘teach’ is defined as the start of a wonderful evening. Understanding it can help save valuable time, increase accessibility for new players, and cut down on your workload. But what exactly is ‘the teach’ and how can you optimise [read more]

8 Great Holiday Gifts for Gamers

Board gamers. If there are people that are harder to buy for, we’ve yet to meet them. No matter whether you’re struggling with the right gift, feeling completely uninspired, or just unsure where to start – finding the right gaming gift for your friend can be a nightmare. [read more]

8 Great Games for Animal Lovers

Whether you’re reading this with a cat on your lap, walking the dog, or watching some Blue Planet, it’s always a joy to interact with animals. And if you’re looking to add some beast to your next board-gaming session, you can quickly find yourself spoiled for choice. So, [read more]

8 Incredible Value for Money Games

No matter your budget, when you pick up a new game for your collection, you want to know that you’re getting the best deal possible. While the hobby can be lousy for expansions, stretch goals, and relaunches, there are a number of fantastic options that offer something well [read more]

8 Great Book-to-Boardgame Adaptations

Books! Enabling escapism during the current pandemic, picking up a novel allows us to enter a different world and enrich our lives after a long day of work. This amazing ability to transport readers is shared by the best that our hobby has to offer, with many classics [read more]

10 Essential gifts for the Nerd Who Has It All

The worlds of geekdom and collecting often go hand in hand. But with so many options out there to choose from, it can be difficult to settle on the right gift for your favourite nerd.   So here are some great gifts for the most discerning of gamers. Starting [read more]

6 Amazing Games that help teach History

Who says learning isn’t fun? While it may be a little unsurprising – after all, our hobby is a little on the nerdy side – there are a wealth of board games out there that do an incredible job when it comes to educating games about past events. From [read more]

7 Great Games with a Positive Message

While we may be living in ‘interesting’ times, it’s still essential to make every effort to spread a bit of love an optimism wherever possible. And with board gamers being one of the most welcoming groups of hobbyists around, picking out a game with a positive message at its core [read more]

7 Games with *Bizzare* Themes

Sometimes it’s just good to take something off your shelf that’s just... weird. Given the innovative and inventive nature of the industry, the current market is stuffed to the gills with games that offer unique play experiences, fresh spins on old mechanics, or break new ground in a [read more]

7 Exceptional Solo Picks for Quarantine Gaming

Let’s be honest. Quarantine’s been tough for all of us. Gone are the days of nipping to the pub for a game of Coup, holding a house-party just to play Two Rooms and a Boom, or tricking your family into playing Ticket to Ride just so you can crush [read more]

6 Board Games for True Terror Fans

An essential part of scary cinema and literature - terror is a core part of the greatest ‘scary’ games.   Experienced as the spine-tingling sensation of knowing you’re about to undergo something awful, terror rachets up the tension and dread for every gaming session. When deployed correctly, this can make a game electric and give stories to last.   So, here are some of our favourite games for players searching out [read more]

7 Redesign Tips for Your Game Room

Let’s be honest. Right about now, a lot of us have some extra time on our hands. While that can mean having a little extra time to play a game or two, it’s also a fantastic opportunity to make some changes to your setup. This can be as simple as [read more]

10 Amazing Games for Liars that Lie

Sometimes, the greatest pleasure in the world is lying to your best friend’s face.   An essential part of many games, bluffing and treachery adds spice to every session. But for those that are looking for extra duplicity, here are 10 essential games for tricksters of all stripes.   So, here are some [read more]

10 Conflict Free Games that are still Phenomenal Fun

Sometimes, it’s worth avoiding a massive scrap during your games evening. Whether you choose a classic euro, a masterpiece of negotiation, or something that pushes the limits of what a game is (spoilers: Fog of Love is on here) – going “conflict free” is a great way to try [read more]

5 Ways to Deal with Troublemakers at your Table

While we may love our friends, some can be more disruptive than others. Whether managing a lack of attention and engagement to bullying other players and acting inappropriately – it’s important to be able to step in and resolve the situation before it escalates.    So, here are five simple steps to help directly address issues with problematic players derailing the [read more]

5 Great Tips for a Horrifying RPG Session

Being terrifying is tough. For every spooky story, film, or video game you play, there are hours of effort that go into crafting the perfect narrative. One that scares, captures an audience’s attention and gives a bunch of memorable frights that they’ll be talking about for weeks to come. So, [read more]

10 Conflict Free Games that are still Phenomenally Fun

Sometimes, it’s worth avoiding a massive scrap during your games evening. Whether you choose a classic euro, a masterpiece of negotiation, or something that pushes the limits of what a game is (spoilers: Fog of Love is on here) – going “conflict-free” is a great way to try something [read more]

5 Key Qualities to Look for in a New Game

With so many reviews and new releases trickling out day-by-day, it’s easy to be swept up in the hype and pick up a game that looks fantastic…but rarely makes it off the shelf and onto your table. However, taking the time to look for some key attributes can make all [read more]

5 Great Dungeon Crawls to Embark on Today

While board gaming lets us manage WW2 armies, explore the depths of space, and just be downright weird; sometimes you just want to hit something over the head and get points for it. A staple of the genre, dungeon crawls are tremendous fun for groups to work their way [read more]

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