Chip Theory Kids Independent Play Collection
Every once in a while, we find games that are so well suited to very young children that they’ll pull them out and play them alone, without an adult’s help.
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Episode 417 – The Purge: How Do You Know You’re Done?
How do you know when you’re done with a game and it’s time to get rid of it? Your kids have aged out of it – are you sure?
» Read moreMarvel Dice Throne: X-Men – Two Boxes, Eight Heroes – Box 2
Fans of Dice Throne and fans of the X-Men will both bet getting something out of this box.
» Read moreMarvel Dice Throne: X-Men – Two Boxes, Eight Heroes – Box 1
In this box we were a little disappointed by the implementations of Wolverine and Psylocke, while we loved what was done with Storm and Iceman.
» Read moreEpisode 416 – Growing As a Family with Board Games
Andrew & Anitra talk about their experience growing a gaming family, from toddlers to teenagers. Every kid is going to be different!
» Read moreLogic & Lore – A Deductive Race
I enjoy logical deduction, and the beauty and simplicity of Logic & Lore hooked me from the very first time I played.
» Read moreUmami: The Forest Food Fest
Umami is a fast, family-friendly set collection game with clever card play, light take that, and plenty of savory decisions.
» Read moreGems of Iridescia
If your family loves beautiful games that have a few choices without being overwhelming, Gems of Iridescia is for you.
» Read moreEpisode 413 – Five(ish) Games That Are Just Plain Fun
Jungo – Welcome to the Jungo!
Ladder climbing games have been around forever. But since Tichu reintroduced the mechanic to the modern age in 1991 and especially since the award-winning Scout burst on the scene six years ago, it seems these card-shedding games of rising stakes have truly stepped into the limelight. Recently we reviewed Odin, a strategic take on this genre. Today we turn our
» Read moreODIN – Climbing the Ladder to Valhalla
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 more2025 Board Game Gift Guide
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 moreEpisode 408 – Top 10 Cozy Games
Rebel Princess: Happily Never After
Episode 407 – Our Favorite 15-Minute Games
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 moreSNAP Review – Horrified: World of Monsters
This cooperative game includes monsters from all over the world. Can you defeat the Sphinx, Jiangshi, the Yeti, or even… Cthulu?
» Read moreEpisode 405 – Theme
Strawberry Shortcake Berry Besties Bakeoff Card Game: Would You Like Some Math With That?
We’ve got another game for review at the Millennial Nostalgia Grab Department of The Family Gamers…
» Read moreEpisode 404 – Connecting Through Gaming
Boardgames aren’t the only way to connect with your kids – and they aren’t always the BEST way, either.
We discuss other ways to connect, and recommend some videogames.
Episode 403 – Taking the Pressure Off
We love the board game community, but it can lead to pressure to play MORE or HARDER games, to keep up with the newest games. What can we do to dial it back down and make games FUN again?
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