TFG superfan Nick Martinelli joined our writing team in 2018.
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Collecting goods, building your village, and scoring points are important. Someone has to win, right? But for me, the real joy comes from the adventures and stories that unfold along the way. I’d still enjoy the time at the table even if I came in dead last!
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I was really excited to try Downtown Las Palmas, but I ran into some physical limitations about halfway through my first game.
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Dustbiters: Pocket Edition is the most portable, fast-paced, action-packed, turn-based car battle game. It feels like you’re in a Mad Max movie.
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The Pride Pursuit is a reusable escape-room puzzle game where players solve clues and prepare for a Pride parade.
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In Vineyard, players cultivate grapes, harvest them, craft wines, and ship them to earn stars. The player who contributes the most to producing quality wines wins the game.
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A scurry of squirrels just pulled off the heist of the century and made off with a mountain of acorns. Now it’s time to divide the loot. Each round, you’ll grab acorns in a fast, messy scramble, using a little sleight of hand to make it harder for everyone else to spot your real stash.
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I like piña coladas and rolling dice in a tray –
Chasing combos on coasters and planning each play…
Old games often get overlooked even though they still deserve plenty of love. Frank’s Zoo first released in 1999, and it’s been on my radar for a while.
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Shallow Regrets hit a sweet spot with my son. He’s 12 and a budding fisherman, so the fishing theme and simple gameplay lured him right in.
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A peaceful walk quickly turns into a messy challenge when the dogs scatter into the leaves and leave surprises behind. Can you dodge the trouble and finish with spotless shoes?
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Umami is a fast, family-friendly set collection game with clever card play, light take that, and plenty of savory decisions.
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Assemble the best combination of reindeer and sleighs to help Santa prepare for his big night!
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PAX Unplugged is our favorite time of year. Share an hour with us and listen to some interviews we got with creators and publishers.
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We popped in Xylotar like a mixtape, and it’s been on repeat ever since. So, If you already own Xylotar, do you need the Unhinged expansion?
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In Leaf, players become the wind, strategically placing leaf tiles to grow mushrooms, help animals, and advance the season.
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For fans of The Walking Dead Universe, The Walking Dead: Surrounded is a solid addition to any collection. The gameplay is challenging, and the included scenarios offer plenty of meat on the bone for even the hungriest zombies…
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The kingdom’s princesses have come together for a spectacular five-day celebration. But not everyone made the guest list—every needy prince in the land, feeling snubbed, plans to crash the ball. As a strong, free, independent princess, you’re determined to dodge their unsolicited marriage proposals. You’re not just any royal, you’re a Rebel Princess! Rebel Princess is a trick-taking game that
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