Imhotep: The Duel – Construction Made Compact
Be the best builder in Egypt! Place pawns carefully to claim tokens; use those tokens to build your four monuments for the Pharoah.
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192 – Shelf of Shame – The Family Gamers Podcast
Shelf of shame is a term board gamers use for games that we’ve bought and haven’t had a chance to play. Well, now is the time! What have you been playing?
» Read moreGiveaway – Monza
SNAP Review – The Game of WOLF
This trivia game pits players against each other. Will you pick the right pack to brainstorm answers? Or are you confident in your ability as the lone wolf?
» Read moreMountains – A Beautiful Adventure of Memory and Cooperation
Mountains encourages (and even requires!) cooperation. Though there is a final winner, the game structure means you’ll need to ask other players for help most of the time.
» Read more191 – Clever Kids Mysteries with John Zilch – The Family Gamers Podcast
Our guest this week is John Zilch, creator of Clever Kids Mysteries. Looking for something to teach your kids and give them something to do while they’re stuck at home? Check these out!
» Read moreSNAP Review – Super Powered Smash Masters
Super Powered Smash Masters is a silly superhero brawling game that’s easy to play. Beat up your opposing heroes and become the smashiest master of all!
» Read moreEveryone Loves a Parade – But Not a Crowd
Everyone Loves a Parade offers you a chance to design your very own parade floats! Decorate your floats with flowers, flags, and balloons, and lead them past the crowds for points and fame! A game for those who remember the glory days of small town parades.
» Read more190 – Our Top Roll & Writes – The Family Gamers Podcast
Rather than a top 5, we talk about our favorite roll & write games for specific situations. And don’t miss the giveaway!
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Monza: Race Ahead with Sequencing
At first glance, Monza from HABA looks like any other racing game – six cars and a multi-colored track. But there’s more going on there than meets the eye.
» Read more189 – Boardgames & Books – The Family Gamers Podcast
Our guest this week is Jenn Bartlett, AKA The Boardgame Librarian. We examine the idea of pairing up books with games.
» Read moreLightning Dice – Let’s Roll With It!
Lightning Dice is a competitive dice-rolling game that rewards both quick reflexes and quick thinking. It’s one of those pick-up-and-play types of games that’s approachable for both gaming groups and families.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Squire for Hire
Build your “bag” of overlapping cards and manage inventory to get the most points. An 18-card game for 1-2 players.
» Read moreBuild Your Own Amusement: Tiny Park
Building an amusement park immediately captures kids’ interest. Tiny Park from HABA teaches decoding, critical thinking, and encourages emotional intelligence and experimentation.
» Read more188 – Play This, Not That, AGAIN – The Family Gamers Podcast
After some technical difficulties, we’re back, and talking about more games for you to play with your family. Tired of UNO and Life? We’ve got suggestions for some substitutes.
» Read moreGiveaway – HABA Brandon the Brave
187 – Games and Finance with First Move Financial – The Family Gamers Podcast
Our guest on this podcast is Donnie Carpenter, who runs First Move Financial. First Move Financial is a sponsor of The Family Gamers Podcast.
» Read moreSushi Roll – Maki Your Rolls Count!
Sushi Roll is just as cute and fast-paced as the original. Overall, I’d recommend it for families who want to introduce drafting to non-reading children, or to families who love dice games. It’s a light, fast-moving game that will feel very familiar.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Fairy Season
The Goblin Chiefs have ordered their flunkies into the forest to catch Fairies across the four seasons. They want to shake out the Fairy dust to make a wicked winter brew! Herd Fairies into Swarms and use Goblins to trick and trap them. Lure in the mighty Royal Fairies to free their Fairy friends, then catch them too! This review
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