Board Games

Sea Salt and Paper: Extra Salt Expansion Review Sea Salt and Paper: Extra Salt Expansion Review

Earlier this year, fellow reviewer Jacob took a look at the set collection card game Sea Salt and..
My Island Review My Island Review

Have you ever wanted to experience the rush of exploring an uncharted island that—depending on how..
Cool Animal Facts Giveaway Cool Animal Facts Giveaway

As we get ready to say goodbye to 2023, we are going to send off the year with one last giveaway...
Space Marine – The Board Game Review Space Marine – The Board Game Review

Space Marine is a fast-paced skirmish game based on the hit video game of the same name. Each game..
Food Truck Entrepreneur Review Food Truck Entrepreneur Review

I was living in Los Angeles when Roy Choi and Twitter started the Food Truck Craze with the amazing ..
Haggis Review Haggis Review

Describing the coalescence of features that come together to create a board game is often a futile..
Merchants of the Dark Road Review Merchants of the Dark Road Review

This is a guest post from Dawn Hilbert. I saw the deluxe version of Merchants of the Dark Road at..
Guilty Gear: Strive – The Board Game Preview Guilty Gear: Strive – The Board Game Preview

Note: This preview uses pre-release components and rules. What you see here may be different from..
Monster Pit Review Monster Pit Review

Doom approaches the citadel. It’s time to rally your forces and prepare your defense. Monster Pit..
Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure Board Game Giveaway Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure Board Game Giveaway

Summer is rolling on and next week marks the annual Gen Con board game convention. And with the..
The Cousins’ War Review The Cousins’ War Review

I’m still very early into my experiences with war games and campaign games but knew that I wanted..
Kickstarters of the Week: 6/19 Kickstarters of the Week: 6/19

This week is the annual Origins Game Fare in Columbus Ohio. Our man on the street, Matt, will be..
Starfinder: Pirates of Skydock Board Game Giveaway Starfinder: Pirates of Skydock Board Game Giveaway

Summer is upon us and it’s almost convention season, and that means new games to play. However we..
Holly Jolly Review Holly Jolly Review

At the time of this writing, Christmas was only a few weeks away. The smell of pine, fresh egg nog, ..
Top 10 Trick-Taking and Ladder-Climbing Card Games Top 10 Trick-Taking and Ladder-Climbing Card Games

As mentioned (and perhaps coined?) in my recent review of Thrones of Valeria, we are in the midst..
Kickstarters of the Week: 3/27 Kickstarters of the Week: 3/27

Happy end of March to you all. We are following up last week’s offerings with a scaled back group..
Who are some of the most successful chess players from the usa? Who are some of the most successful chess players from the usa?

Born in New York, international master James Sherwin was one of the most successful participants in ..
Who is the best chess player in the usa? Who is the best chess player in the usa?

GM Leinier Dominguez Perez · 6.On July 4th, the day the United States of America celebrates its..
Are Electronic Chess Boards Worth It? Are Electronic Chess Boards Worth It?

Are electronic chess boards worth it? Learn about their features and benefits from this..
The Best Beginner Chess Sets: A Comprehensive Guide The Best Beginner Chess Sets: A Comprehensive Guide

Chess has been around for over 1500 years, making it one of the oldest board games in existence. In ..
The Best Chess Boards: A Comprehensive Guide The Best Chess Boards: A Comprehensive Guide

This comprehensive guide explores different types of chess boards and helps you find the perfect..
What is the Ideal Size of a Professional Chess Board? What is the Ideal Size of a Professional Chess Board?

When it comes to professional chess play, it's important to have both an appropriately sized board..
Why Are the Best Chess Players Young? Why Are the Best Chess Players Young?

Chess is a game that requires no physical exertion, only mental acuity. This is why it is dominated ..
The Best Chess Boards for Every Level of Play The Best Chess Boards for Every Level of Play

From classic wooden sets to modern-inspired pieces, there is a perfect chess board for every level..
What Chess Board Do Tournament Players Use? What Chess Board Do Tournament Players Use?

Tournament players must use specific types of chess boards and pieces when playing in tournaments...
What is the Standard Size of a Tournament Chess Set? What is the Standard Size of a Tournament Chess Set?

Learn about what is required for a regulation tournament chess set including board size, square..
How Much Does a Championship Chess Set Cost? How Much Does a Championship Chess Set Cost?

Chess is a game of strategy and tactics but it is also known for its beautiful and ornate pieces...
What Makes a Chess Set Expensive? What Makes a Chess Set Expensive?

Chess sets come in a wide range of prices depending on size, materials used, and level of detail...
The Most Valuable and Rare Chess Sets in the World The Most Valuable and Rare Chess Sets in the World

Discover the most valuable & rare chess sets in the world: Pearl Royale, Carolingi XIV Chess Set &..
Paint the Roses Review Paint the Roses Review

Have you ever wanted to be a gardener for a royal palace? Sounds like a pretty cush job, right?..
Sea Salt & Paper Review: Don't Fold Under Pressure Sea Salt & Paper Review: Don't Fold Under Pressure

Mike and Zee take a look at this small card game of set collection and oneupmanship!
Is chess a good game? Is chess a good game?

The reality of chess is different: in fact, it's an incredibly beneficial hobby, because playing..
What kind of chess boards do pros use? What kind of chess boards do pros use?

You'll find that rollable vinyl chess boards are the most commonly used, since people don't tend to ..
What are expensive chess sets made of? What are expensive chess sets made of?

The materials used in the manufacture of luxury chess sets are ebony, rosewood (also known as..
What chess board do pros use? What chess board do pros use?

You'll find that roll-up vinyl chess boards are the most commonly used, since people don't tend to..
What chess boards are used in fide tournaments? What chess boards are used in fide tournaments?

For high-level global or continental competitions, wooden boards should be used. Pentagram, a..
Is chess a born talent? Is chess a born talent?

We could say that chess players are born, but they are made. It could be quantified as if they were ..
Which chess set is used for world championship? Which chess set is used for world championship?

Sheesham luxury solid chess board with 2 inch squares (B200) The most common type of chess set used ..
What kind of chess board is used in world championship? What kind of chess board is used in world championship?

Rolling boards can be difficult to flatten and remove wrinkles, but they are more resistant to wear ..
Where are best chess sets made? Where are best chess sets made?

The Staunton House, Staunton and Jacques officer. There are a few manufacturers in India, mainly..