Episode 393 – Board Game Terms: Asymmetric, Auction, Bidding
It’s been a long time since we defined some board game terms. Let’s do a deep dive into asymmetric games and auction games.
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SNAP Review – Floristry
Who knew the floral market was so competitive? Floristry is quick and cozy for two players.
» Read moreIdavoll – Jawohl! for Nidavellir’s Second Expansion
For a game to have two expansions in just two years suggests the original game must be good.
» Read moreLata – Canning if you Can
Although I did have a fraternity brother nicknamed Mackerel, I can’t say I’ve played a board game with mackerel in it before this.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Mind Up!
We recommend Mind Up! for families; but not for kids under 8. You’ll bid cards from your hand to acquire cards on the table… but the cards you bid become the cards you might get next turn!
» Read moreSurf’s Up! – Collect the Best Waves
Surf’s Up is all about timing – play your high-energy card right to catch the wave you want. Bid on ocean wave cards with energy and reputation, and avoid being stung by jellyfish!
» Read moreDice Manor: Build for Prestige!
Dice Manor is light, family friendly, and quick to grasp. The multitude of choices make it a fantastic puzzle, and your choices will impact other players.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Big Top
Step right up! Bid your way into assembling the best circus under the Big Top, a card game from Taiki Shinzawa and Allplay.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Dice Hunters of Therion
If your family likes dice chuckers and you’re looking for something a little more strategic than Strike or Roll For It, Dice Hunters of Therion might be just the ticket.
» Read moreRival Restaurants
Gourmet cooking, unorthodox business practices, and culinary sabotage fill this tasty game of speedy decisions with a dash of take-that.
» Read moreShip Shape: Smuggling and Succeeding
We love this game that combines bidding for resources with a 3D puzzle. It’s simple to understand but hard to predict, and works well for all ages.
» Read moreDownforce: Danger Circuit & Wild Ride – Remaking the Review of a Remake
Remember our Downforce review? Restoration Games has released two expansions since 2017. The time has come for more Downforce reviews. Do Danger Circuit and Wild Ride amp up the fun?
» Read moreSNAP Review – Bon Appetit!
Only the finest dishes are worthy of gourmet diners in Bon Appetit!, a short bidding game for 2-4 players from Strawberry Studio.
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