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New game - Surfosaurus MAX
We have a huge newcomer to say: The surfing dinosaur of Loosey Goosey Games
From Friday, 28 November you canSurfosaurus MAX by the author Ikhwan Kwon with individual illustration by Matthias Mödl here in the board game world. The game is not only a rocker but also more than just a card game with surfing T-rexen; it is...
BSW at the Spielwiesn
The Spiel'25 in Essen is over and now it's time to play. Because the game you couldn't play because there was no room, you might be able to play at the Spielwiesn in Augsburg.
As every year, the cult event in Augsburg invites you to play with its huge game library and super motivated explainers.
We will also be there again and present ourselves with a small stand. And of course we would be delighted to have...
New Game - Buttonville
On time for the game '25 in Essen the digital version of Buttonville, the brand new Ravensburg novelty!
From now on you can try the charming game online and measure yourself in the competition for the most beautiful button-free. Build your city from colorful buttons, p...
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Board game "Ramen Chef": Japanese memory game with a sustainable concept inspires players
The board game "Ramen Chef" from Heldbergs Games brings a breath of fresh air to the world of board games. Author Thade Precht has developed a memo game about the preparation of Japanese noodle soup, which is particularly impressive thanks to its original packaging in the form of a pizza box and its sustainably produced features. With 28 double-sided cards and a fun game mechanism in which pairs of ingredients have to be found, the game is aimed at 2 to 4 players aged 8 and over...
To the article at www.reich-der-spiele.de
Board game addicts start the 2026 gaming year with New Year's greetings and new plans
The board game addicts wish their fans a healthy and playful 2026. In their New Year's address, they look ahead to personal and gaming resolutions: including trying out new games such as Kingdom Crossing, Orloy and Take Time as well as taking part in the second Wald und Würfel event in May. Fans are invited to sign up for the newsletter so as not to miss pre-sale dates for day tickets. The group is also planning new explanatory videos, including The Old Kings Crown, and...
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Party game "One Round?" inspires with its creative and cooperative concept and multilingualism
The cooperative and creative word game "One Round?" by Tobias Tesar and Schmidt Spiele is very popular as an icebreaker and party game. On sale since 2025, the game impresses with its simple rules, creative word mapping within 20 seconds and three language versions in one box (German, English, French). "One Round?" promotes collaborative thinking and communication and can be played in both cooperative and confrontational modes. Extensive challenges...
To the article at Brettspieltag.de
New board game "The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship" inspires with pandemic system and Middle-earth
Asmodee is publishing "The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship", an innovative board game adaptation of the well-known Pandemic system. The cooperative game interweaves Tolkien's Middle-earth saga with tactical depth and variable mission objectives. Players take on the role of the Companions, fight against Orcs and Nazgûl and try to destroy the One Ring in Mount Doom. The game is characterized by a narrative-dense gameplay, high-quality equipment and a clear storyline.
To the article at www.teilzeithelden.de
Better board game instructions: Explaining scores early on increases fun
In the latest Beeple column, Fabian Ehrmantraut highlights the importance of a clear structure in board game instructions. Using the card game Kado as an example, he emphasizes how helpful it is to provide information about the scoring system and game objective right at the start. This promotes player understanding and motivation, especially with more complex games such as Terra Mystica. Ehrmantraut urges game designers to create more instructions with an early scoring explanation to make the game easier to play.
To the article at www.beeple.deNew card game "Fish Food" scores with fast-paced fun and tactical depth
The card game "Fish Food", published by AMIGO in 2025, impresses with its simple rules, quick game rounds and an exciting mechanism with double-sided piranha cards. Players assess their risk in order to keep their paving chips and stay in the game longer. In addition to a competitive version, there is also a cooperative version. The color-changing cards in particular provide surprising twists and strategic decisions. With a playing time of around 15 ...
To the article at www.hall9000.de