HUTAN: Life in the Rainforest
At the end of every game of HUTAN, I have a miniature rainforest model right on my table, full of trees and a few animals.
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Flutter
Flutter is a beautiful, thematic game. But the petal tracking and some of the complexities set the experience back. It’s a fun puzzle, but I would wait to bring it to the table until the kids are a little older and have better fine motor control.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Floristry
Who knew the floral market was so competitive? Floristry is quick and cozy for two players.
» Read moreEpisode 392 – Springtime Games
After a cold dreary winter, we are ready for green, growing things. Let’s talk about games with flowers and plants that make us think spring.
» Read moreFlower Fields – It’s Looking Rosy
It took a game or two to get our heads around all of the different mechanics and scoring strategies in Flower Fields but once we did it tasted sweeter than honey. Don’t let these little issues affect your run through the wildflowers though, because Flower Fields comes up smelling like roses.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Picky Pixie
Picky Pixie is best for kids and adults who already like deduction games. There’s a lot of flexibility, but that can also make the guessing very challenging for newcomers to this genre.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Pollen
No, it’s not about allergies! Attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies by planting appropriate flowers. You’ll need a variety of different bugs to win!
» Read moreGift of Tulips
Gift of Tulips celebrates the promise of spring, with a competitive game that’s all about giving flowers away.
» Read moreBloom Town – Hope is in Bloom
haven’t encountered another 30-minute game that we’ve put on the table as often as Bloom Town. Easy to play and surprisingly deep in strategy, it’s a great game with unique mechanics and a variety of paths to victory.
» Read moreHerbalism
Herbalism is a logical deduction game for 3-4 players. It’s easy to learn and rounds are quick to play. Constant player interaction requires focus from players to deduce which cards are available.
» Read moreThe Tea Dragon Society Card Game: Adorable Deck Building
The Tea Dragon Society now has meetings in board game land! Does the game hold up to the tone and message of the comic? Is it still fun to play if you’ve never read the comic? Yes to both!
» Read moreSeikatsu: Beautiful from any Perspective
Birds and flowers and fish, oh my! This beautiful abstract game has players work together to make a beautiful garden. But will the garden be most pleasing from your perspective, or will your opponents have a better view?
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