SNAP Reviews

Let us tell you about new family games – in a SNAP review! We take just 5 minutes of audio or video to review GAMES – Game, Art, Mechanics, Expectations, and Surprises.

No time to listen? Prefer your short reviews in another format? Read the written summary. Pictures and a star rating will help you learn about games quickly.

Are these games the right fit for your family? Listen and find out – in a SNAP!

Most games have been provided to us by the publisher at no cost to The Family Gamers. Please see our review policy for more information.

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SNAP Review – Shadows in Kyoto

May 25, 2019 Updated: March 20th, 2020 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

A two-player game of hidden identity. Move your agents across the board and try to get agents with *real intelligence* into your opponent’s home row.

SNAP Review – Shaky Manor

September 7, 2018 Updated: February 24th, 2021 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

A unique dexterity game from Blue Orange Games. We’ll tell you about both modes of play for this speedy puzzle game

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Andrew, animals, Anitra, Blue Orange Games, dexterity games, ghost, treasure

SNAP Review – Sheep in Disguise

November 8, 2024 Andrew Smith SNAP Reviews

Sheep in Disguise is a light family game with just a little bit of take-that. We did have some hurt feelings when players would “expose” another player’s sheep, which meant they were abducted when an attack card was played – but the game is light and moves quickly enough that we could pretty much get past that.

SNAP Review – Sherlock 13

January 5, 2024 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

Sherlock Holmes and his associates star in this deduction game. Can you be the first to successfully discover the identity of the hidden criminal?

SNAP Review – Sherlock Holmes: Baker Street Irregulars

March 18, 2022 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

Up to four readers solve mysteries and puzzles in this graphic novel adventure. But can you really play without all four books?

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3 players, 4 players, adventure, books, mystery, puzzles, reading, Sherlock Holmes, solo, Van Ryder Games

SNAP Review – Sherlock Solitaire

May 3, 2024 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

Sherlock Holmes doesn’t really work alone – he works best when Dr. Watson is beside him. Sherlock Solitaire is the same way: it can be played solo, but is more fun as a two player cooperative game.

SNAP Review – Sherlock: Case Connection

June 11, 2022 Andrew Smith SNAP Reviews

Connect the dots and catch the bad guys in this light puzzle game that’s based on the TV show, but appropriate for all ages.

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2 players, 3 players, 4 players, Andrew, Anitra, Lucky Duck Games, Sherlock Holmes, video

SNAP Review – Shifting Stones

December 11, 2020 Updated: September 19th, 2022 Anitra Smith Hall of Fame Reviews, SNAP Reviews

Shifting Stones is a tile-moving puzzle game for 1-5 players. With no reading required, it’s perfect for the whole family, but also plays well solo.

SNAP Review – Shikoku: The Middle Path

March 22, 2019 Updated: March 4th, 2023 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

In Shikoku, you learn that coming in first isn’t always the best. We try to tackle this game with rules that are easy to learn, but hard to explain, in about 8 minutes of audio.

SNAP Review – SHOBU: Beautifully Challenging

September 6, 2019 Updated: June 16th, 2025 Anitra Smith Hall of Fame Reviews, SNAP Reviews

SHOBU is an abstract two player game that immediately feels classic. The simplicity of play and beautiful natural materials are immediately inviting. Splitting your focus between 4 boards and out-thinking your opponent will keep you coming back for more.

SNAP Review – Shovel Knight: Dungeon Duels

September 8, 2025 Andrew Smith SNAP Reviews

Shovel Knight is a retro video game that hits just right. How does it translate to the tabletop?

SNAP Review – Similo: Are You Clued In?

January 10, 2020 Updated: September 19th, 2022 Anitra Smith Hall of Fame Reviews, Reviews, SNAP Reviews

Similo is a simple cooperative card game. It’s incredibly easy to explain, quick to play, and it will fit into a purse or a pocket.

SNAP Review – Simon’s Cat: The Card Game

December 14, 2018 Updated: February 24th, 2020 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

Simon’s Cat Card Game is a simple shedding game with a minor twist. The suits aren’t evenly distributed, and you take a “mess” if you can’t play a card on your turn.

SNAP Review – Sky Magic

August 9, 2019 Updated: February 20th, 2021 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

Guide magical creatures to their homes in the sky, and use magic to push away the oncoming storm. Roll the dice and move any character in Sky Magic, a simple cooperative game with lots of imagination.

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Andrew, animals, Anitra, Asher, audio, cooperative games, dragons, Elliot, fantasy, Peaceable Kingdom

SNAP Review – Slap It! : Monstrously Fast

December 13, 2019 Updated: August 7th, 2023 Nick Martinelli SNAP Reviews

A portal to another dimension has opened, and monsters are
pouring out. What do you do when you encounter a monster? You SLAP IT! – a fast-paced game for 2-8 players.

SNAP Review – Slide Quest

July 26, 2019 Updated: January 2nd, 2023 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

We love Slide Quest, a cooperative dexterity puzzle game. Work together to slide the rolling knight through 5 levels, knocking enemies over on the way.

SNAP Review – Smoosh and Seek Treehouse

September 4, 2020 Corey Lagunowich SNAP Reviews

Smoosh and Seek Treehouse is a 10 minute cooperative game for players ages 3+. Corey and his daughter tell us about it in 5 minutes.

SNAP Review – Smug Owls

January 12, 2024 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

This is a game that encourages outside-the-box thinking, and also allows multiple players to be recognized for their answers and insight.

SNAP Review – Snail Sprint!

April 16, 2021 Anitra Smith SNAP Reviews

The snails are racing through the garden and over the wall (and over each other!) Which snails will make it to the winners’ podium? A great game for younger kids to play with their whole family.

SNAP Review – So Clover!

January 15, 2022 Updated: February 15th, 2025 Andrew Smith Hall of Fame Reviews, SNAP Reviews

Do you love word games? Are you a clever clue giver or a lucky clue interpreter? In So Clover!, do both.

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