Anitra Smith is the managing editor of The Family Gamers, and co-host of The Family Gamers Podcast.
Explore the reviews and podcasts she has contributed to.
For most families, I think Mr. Postmouse’s Picnic is going to be frustrating – unless you modify it to make it easier. But for fans of the series, it can still be a fertile ground for imaginative play.
» Read more
What games are the most popular among viewers and listeners who click our affiliate links? And what were our own favorite games this year?
» Read more
Leaders fits into the same niche as chess – a tight duel where nothing is hidden except your opponent’s plans.
» Read more
PAX Unplugged is our favorite time of year. Share an hour with us and listen to some interviews we got with creators and publishers.
» Read more
It takes a special kind of card game to get everyone at the table interested. Odin does a great job, with speedy turns, simple decisions, and engaging artwork.
» Read more
PAX Unplugged is our favorite time of year. Share an hour with us and listen to some interviews we got with creators and publishers.
» Read more
INK is a very satisfying puzzle, even playing solo, that takes less than an hour from start to finish.
» Read more
The moment when a player drops a knowledge bomb that turns out to be wrong at the end is almost as fun (and funny!) as when they absolutely nail it. But either way everyone leaves the table knowing a little bit more…
» Read more
Hifi is gorgeous. Everything you can see in this game evokes analog audio mixing: sliders, EQ knobs, record turntables, and all the various kinds of plugs and switches. Even the box and the rulebook add to this feel. But…
» Read more
Board games make great gifts! We’ve compiled a list of great board games to help make your 2025 gift shopping a little easier.
» Read more
This is not a game for a casual break. Play it when you’re ready for 10-20 minutes of intense tactics.
» Read more
We have never cut short a game of Red Letter, Yellow Letter. The goal of winning nine cards is just right. Any longer, and people could get tired of losing; any shorter, and slower players wouldn’t have the chance to get into the game.
» Read more
We’ve been looking forward to making this episode for a little while. Sometimes you don’t have a lot of time to play games – so let’s talk about our family favorites that play in 15 minutes or less. 00:00 Fact for 407 This one is for Zach. on 15 November 2012 a new world record was set. The most people
» Read more
We played the first Back Stories – and it was awesome! We hoped our kids would enjoy this second spy-themed mission.
» Read more
This cooperative game includes monsters from all over the world. Can you defeat the Sphinx, Jiangshi, the Yeti, or even… Cthulu?
» Read more
