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Featured Articles Published: Feb 19, 2024 Adam Knight

Political War Games: The Great Game

The Great Game introduces political war games, where players negotiate and strategize to achieve their goals. It highlights games like "Versailles 1919" and "Prime Minister," emphasizing the importance of influence and deal-making. The text suggests entry points for newcomers and celebrates the storytelling potential of these games. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Feb 12, 2024 Adam Knight

Star Wars Board Games: Part 2

Recent Star Wars board games offer unique gameplay experiences. Star Wars: Villainous features iconic villains, while Shatterpoint focuses on dynamic strategy. Imperial Assault provides a rich campaign experience, and Star Wars: Unlimited offers head-to-head card gameplay. These games cater to various preferences and skill levels. Recent Star Wars board games offer unique gameplay experiences. Star Wars: Villainous features iconic villains, while Shatterpoint focuses on dynamic strategy. Imperial Assault provides a rich campaign experience, and Star Wars: Unlimited offers head-to-head card gameplay. These games cater to various preferences and skill levels. Recent Star Wars board games offer unique gameplay experiences. Star Wars: Villainous features iconic villains, while Shatterpoint focuses on dynamic strategy. Imperial Assault provides a rich campaign experience, and Star Wars: Unlimited offers head-to-head card gameplay. These games cater to various preferences and skill levels. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Feb 05, 2024 Adam Knight

Two-Player Cooperative Adventures

Adventure Tactics, Roll Player Adventures, and Astro Knights are fantastic cooperative games for duos. Adventure Tactics is a tactical campaign with colorful artwork. Roll Player Adventures emphasizes storytelling and strategy. Astro Knights simplifies deck-building for cooperative play. Great options for partners seeking adventure. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Jan 26, 2024 Jules-Pierre Malartre

Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

"Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk" enhances the classic "Lost Mine of Phandelver" with new challenges and a separate higher-level adventure, blending traditional D&D elements with Lovecraftian horror, suitable for both new and returning players. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Jan 22, 2024 Andrew B.

Dungeons & Dragons: Getting Started

The article is a beginner's guide to Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), recommending the 5th Edition for new players. Key starting resources include the Starter Set, Player’s Handbook, Dungeon Master’s Guide, Monster Manual, and polyhedral dice. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Jan 15, 2024 Adam Knight

Board Games: Dueler’s Choice

This article reviews two-player board games, ranging from quick-play options like Jaipur to strategic classics like Chess and immersive games like War of the Ring. It emphasizes choosing games that match the players' interests, highlighting the wide variety available for competitive and engaging play. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Jan 13, 2024 Adam Knight

Brandon Sanderson’s Board Games

Brandon Sanderson’s Cosmere universe shines in tabletop games like Call to Adventure, Mistborn: The Deckbuilding Game, and The Reckoners, blending storytelling, strategy, and fast-paced action. These games offer immersive experiences and rich themes, perfect for fans and newcomers alike. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Jan 04, 2024 Adam Knight

Pandemic in the New Year

Pandemic is a cooperative board game with various versions offering historical, franchise-themed, and dice-based gameplay. Players strategize together to overcome global threats, each version adding unique twists while maintaining the core addictive mechanics. … Read More

Noble Knight News Published: Dec 28, 2023 SteviL

Wolf Bristle Brush – Review

An NKG Staff Review: The Chronicle Cards Wolf Bristle Brush Set costs $37.95 and includes 10 brushes with wolf hair bristles and rosewood handles. They are durable, easy to maintain, and suitable for various painting tasks. The set provides good value for money and is a great investment for hobbyists. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Dec 22, 2023 Adam Knight

War Games: Best of 2023

In 2023, wargaming featured diverse experiences from political simulations like Mr. President to historical battles in Inferno and Undaunted: Battle of Britain. With streamlined strategies and innovative mechanics, these games catered to both newcomers and veterans, showcasing the hobby's evolving dynamics. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Dec 13, 2023 Adam Knight

2023 Games for Board game lovers

The 2023 board game lineup for experienced players includes titles like Beast, Hegemony, Voidfall, and Age of Innovation, along with Nucleum, Stationfall, Dune Imperium - Uprising, and Raising Robots. This diverse range covers various themes and gameplay styles, with players advised to keep an eye on their availability due to fluctuating stocks. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Dec 11, 2023 Adam Knight

Games of 2023: The 12 Next Levels

This article highlights a variety of 2023 board games, ideal for players moving beyond basic games. It covers cooperative, strategic, and lighter options, catering to different player preferences and suitable for gift-giving. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Dec 07, 2023 Adam Knight

Japan – Tokyo Tabletop

Japanese board games blend familiar gameplay with unique themes, ranging from quick party games to strategic adventures, providing a diverse and engaging experience for all types of players. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Dec 04, 2023 Adam Knight

Bolt Action: World War Tactics

"Bolt Action" is a WWII-themed miniatures war game by Warlord Games and Osprey Games, combining action and simulation in short battles. It requires time for building and painting models, similar to Warhammer. Players choose from a variety of WWII armies and use a point system for assembling forces. Gameplay revolves around scenarios with objectives, using a unique dice system for unit actions. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Nov 27, 2023 Adam Knight

My City: The Coziest Campaign

Designed by Dr. Reiner Knizia, 'My City' and 'My Island' are approachable legacy board games blending strategy and luck. Players place tiles on personal boards in quick, evolving sessions, ideal for family and friends. These games offer a welcoming theme, easy gameplay, and minimal downtime, making them perfect for introducing players to campaign-style gaming. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Nov 21, 2023 Adam Knight

Napoleonics: Commands and Colors

"Commands and Colors: Napoleonics," a user-friendly board game simulating Napoleonic warfare with a strategic card-command system. It's suitable for solo and multiplayer sessions and is part of a series covering various historical themes. An expansion adding leader abilities is also highlighted. The game is ideal for both beginners and experienced wargamers. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Nov 06, 2023 Adam Knight

Board Games Set in Japan

This article reviews board games set in Japan, including "Tokaido," "The White Castle," "Sekigahara," and "Rising Sun," highlighting their unique cultural, strategic, and historical elements, and celebrates Japan's rich backdrop for board gaming. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Oct 30, 2023 Adam Knight

Wargames: A cold Day

"Celles: The Ardennes" is a beginner-friendly wargame that simulates The Battle of the Bulge using a hex-and-counter system. Its chit-pulling mechanic offers dynamic gameplay, serving as an introduction to the world of wargaming. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Oct 30, 2023 Andrew B.

D&D Horror: How to Play

For a horror-themed D&D game, set expectations in a "session zero" and tweak standard rules. Use inherent monsters and magic for ambiance. Enhance atmosphere with isolation and player imagination. Use dim lighting and eerie music, and consider resources like "Curse of Strahd" for guidance. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Oct 25, 2023 Adam Knight

Tabletop Games – Terrifying

For horror board game enthusiasts, "Psycho Raiders" presents survival challenges, "Deep Madness" delves into underwater horrors, "Lobotomy 2" explores asylum mysteries, "Vampire: The Masquerade - Chapters" combines RPG and dice elements, and "Malifaux" offers card-driven miniatures play. Each game offers unique narratives and challenges for a spine-chilling game night. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Oct 16, 2023 Adam Knight

Scary Board Games

Halloween beckons with spooky board games. Dive into haunted adventures with "Horrified," "Mansions of Madness," and "Betrayal at House on the Hill." Test trust in "Unfathomable" and "Ultimate Werewolf," while zombie fans can relish "Night of the Living Dead: A Zombicide Game" and "Resident Evil 3." For a playful twist, there's even "Candy Land." These games guarantee thrilling Halloween fun. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Oct 10, 2023 Adam Knight

Co-Op Games: Challenging

This review highlights various cooperative board games. "Gloomhaven" and "Spirit Island" are noted for their mechanics and teamwork. Games like "D-Day at Omaha Beach" offer alternative experiences. The guide gives a concise overview of each game, making it useful for anyone exploring cooperative board gaming. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Oct 03, 2023 Adam Knight

Unique Cooperative Games

Games like "Vengeance" and "Vengeance: Roll & Fight" offer action-packed experiences, while "Forgotten Waters" and "Freelancers" focus on narrative-driven pirate adventures. Others, like "Sleeping Gods" and "Mansions of Madness," explore sea voyages and Lovecraftian horror, respectively, each providing distinct gameplay and storytelling elements. … Read More

Featured Articles Published: Sep 25, 2023 Adam Knight

Cooperative Games Starter Kit

Explore the exciting world of cooperative board games in this comprehensive guide. Learn about top titles like Pandemic, Horrified, The Crew, and more, each offering unique team-based challenges. Discover how these games emphasize teamwork and strategy over individual competition, making game nights more inclusive and enjoyable for everyone. Ideal for both newcomers and seasoned players seeking a refreshing gaming experience. … Read More