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Six Hours, Zero RegretsStar Wars: Rebellion
Star Wars: Rebellion took us six hours for our first full game, and every minute was worth it. The most immersive two-player game we know, if you find the time.
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Big strategy games that take 90 minutes or more, for long afternoons. Played and rated at our own table.
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StrategyLong, a Little Ugly, and We Keep Coming BackTerraforming Mars
Terraforming Mars is long, a bit ugly and still one of our favorites. How it plays, where it stings, and when Ares Expedition fits.
StrategyThe Box Says 14+, Our Table Says 10Ark Nova With a 10-Year-Old
The box says 14+. We played Ark Nova with our 10-year-old anyway: how we taught it, how long it took and which kids it's really for.
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StrategyCard gameA Trick-Taker? Only at First Glance.Arcs
Arcs by Cole Wehrle turns a humble trick-taking game into a space war. Why it blew us away, why three players is perfect, and who should stay clear.
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The Box Says 14+, Our Table Says 10Ark Nova With a 10-Year-Old
The box says 14+. We played Ark Nova with our 10-year-old anyway: how we taught it, how long it took and which kids it's really for.
StrategyEverdell With the Gloves OffEverdell Silverfrost
Everdell Silverfrost buries the cozy original under snow, giants and a 3D mountain. Why it might be our favorite Everdell, and who should start elsewhere.
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Six Hours, Zero RegretsStar Wars: Rebellion
Star Wars: Rebellion took us six hours for our first full game, and every minute was worth it. The most immersive two-player game we know, if you find the time.
- Strategy
Long, a Little Ugly, and We Keep Coming BackTerraforming Mars
Terraforming Mars is long, a bit ugly and still one of our favorites. How it plays, where it stings, and when Ares Expedition fits.
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News50 New Cards for Arnak, Zero New RulesSurprise Shipment
A new expansion for Lost Ruins of Arnak: 50 cards and three site tiles, no new rules. What's in the box and what we expect.
NewsOnly a Few Copies at EssenBraided Skies
Braided Skies from Stonemaier Games launches Andrew Bosley's Smoking Bones world. Only a small quantity will be at SPIEL Essen 2026.
NewsHow Deep Do You Dare to Take Your Mech?Drillers
Drillers from CGE is one of the most anticipated new games at SPIEL Essen 2026: deck building, mechs and the question of how deep you dare to go.
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