Link City Game Review

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Herb Caen, a San Francisco humorist and journalist, whose daily column of local goings-on and insider gossip, social and political happenings, and offbeat puns and anecdotes, said, “A city is not gauged by its length and width, but by the broadness of its vision and the height of its dreams.” In this game, you and your friends will cooperatively build a city of epic proportions. Each turn, a new player assumes the responsibility of expanding the city’s size and grandeur. Just be sure that everyone at the table is on the same page, or your next city project could be a disaster! Continue reading →

Trio Game Review

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William Gibson, an American-Canadian speculative fiction writer and essayist widely credited with pioneering the science fiction subgenre known as cyberpunk, said, “Time moves in one direction, memory in another.” Make no mistake, in this game, memory is essential but not the cornerstone of the gameplay nor the only element that will determine your victory. Be bold and take risks. Only those who remember and take a chance to challenge their memory will have the opportunity to be the winner in this fast-paced game that is fun for everyone. Continue reading →

Hungry Monkey Game Review

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Once upon a time, a hungry monkey lost some of his food. Rather than call it quits and get on with his day, he decided to ask for help by manipulating other animals in the jungle, tricking them into assisting the monkey in finding its missing breakfast. Or so the story goes. In this game, you’ll be looking to get rid of your cards as fast as possible, leaving nothing on your plate. Do so, and you win. But victory will not be yours if you still have a card in hand or in front of you. Are you hungry to earn a place in the winner’s circle, or will you let someone else steal your tasty success? Continue reading →

One Two Many Rabbits Game Review

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Your farm is a great success! Rich soil, abundant sunshine, and nourishing rains have helped create the most successful carrot patch ever recorded! But with your great success comes a terrific headache. Every rabbit surrounding your farm is hungry and eagerly looks to raid your carrot patches until nothing is left. Time to take care of these rabbits! Gather them into groups or take care of them one at a time. Just do it fast, or you’ll end up losing it all. Continue reading →

Coyote Game Review

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Native American culture is rich in history, art, music, and language. One of the creation myths includes the clever Coyote who embodies chaos and order. A trickster spirit who attempts to misguide and outwit, but never with ill intent or evil purpose. In this game, you’ll match the guile of the Coyote among your friends and family as you attempt to outwit and out-bluff them all. Careful consideration is a must to ensure that your lies and truths blend seamlessly while simultaneously listening closely for clues to call your opponents’ bluff! Continue reading →

Sweet and Spicy Game Review

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Our culinary evolution continues to push the boundaries of what spices can be blended to create new and interesting tastes. Of great importance to chefs around the globe is to keep their meals interesting, if not altogether nutritious. One way to do so is to create an edible that is both sweet and spicy. It makes you go “yum” and then “ouch!” In this game, the sweet little kitties will be playing and making you laugh, but they have an agenda. Behind their cutness burns the fire of their competitive nature. Enjoy the fun, but don’t get scorched by the heat. Continue reading →

Adventure Time Card Wars: Fionna Versus Cake

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Welcome to the Land of Ooo, the home of the Adventure Time graphic novels and cartoon series. In this game, you get to share the adventures of Fionna and Cake as they battle it out to determine who is the most awesome in all the known universe. To be so, you must use your cards to beat your opponent, using your cunning and legendary tactical skills. Flip, flop, and floop your way to victory as you explore the strange inhabitants and disquieting danger that lurks around every corner. Perfect for an adventure!  Continue reading →

Animal Poker Game Review

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American Rock musician Tom Sholz said, “Sometimes I actually start to think human life is just as cheap to corporate America as animal life, so long as there are big profits to be made.” In this game, players will compete to climb the corporate ladder by stepping on the backs of others to reach the highest office in the company: the CEO. Along the way, they’ll have to outplay and outwit every other player attempting to get the big promotion, along with competing directly with the current CEO. If you want to win in this game, you best be ready to fight like a highly ambitious animal with a deep desire for stock options and a healthy 401K. Continue reading →

Fish & Katz Game Review

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I am currently a cat owner. I have had the pleasure of having dogs as pets, and I can confidently say that these two animal companions are different in a few key ways and similar in most others. Case in point, I have never met a dog or a cat that wasn’t eager to eat whatever I had. Dogs are more upfront about their intent and interest, with them begging at the table. Cats are much more subtle, feigning disinterest and then suddenly pouncing on unattended food. I am not ashamed that I have been bested more than once by my cats as they stole a bit of chicken or took off with a cracker. They are super crafty. In this game, you must be as quick and nimble as a cat to ensure the delicious fish you want doesn’t get into the wrong paws. Continue reading →

Gudnak Game Review

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Chinese military general, strategist, philosopher, and writer who lived during the Eastern Zhou period (771–256 BC), Sun Tzu, said, “Know thy self, know thy enemy. A thousand battles, a thousand victories.” In this game, you control an army of a single faction focused on war for its own purposes. You build your forces and bring them to the field, combining groups to push hard against your enemy’s stronghold and control the land. But beware. While you may have built your army from scratch, know that your opponent has also done so. Ultimately, victory won’t go to the stronger army but to the more innovative player. Continue reading →

Foros Game Review

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Some of my earliest memories as a child include playing with blocks. I would build them into castles, forts, mountains, and walls, screaming with delight when they fell or yelling angrily if one of my little brothers knocked it over. I’m pretty sure I got in a fight in preschool over blocks, too. Even today, I still play with blocks through Legos and games where wooden cubes are used to build, record, and control. In this game, blocks return us to a simpler time of creative play and problem-solving. Continue reading →

Pocket Samurai Game Review

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The life of a Samurai was one of stark contrast. One aspect of their life was the arts and a ridge code of honor focused on enriching and deepening one’s life. The other aspect was the sword, a brutal weapon designed to cut people down, take life, and cause suffering. The Samurai walked this path of duality, a living symbol of honor and horror. In this game, you must move purposefully and strike fast before your opponent takes your life. But strike with purpose and principle. Failure to do so will result in wasted effort and, perhaps, life. Continue reading →