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If a game has a connection to plants, my wife is likely going to love it. Regardless of the production quality of a game, my wife loves everything about plants! I’m a bit harder to please – while I enjoy the plant life that surrounds me every day in my home, I still like my board games to have some flair! Thankfully, for a game that could just be all cardboard, the design team behind Floristry wanted to make sure…

WOMBEX Games has an upcoming indie title, Kryva Hora, that delivers a chillingly effective demo, immediately immersing players in the eerie beauty and dread of the Carpathian Mountains. This is atmospheric horror done right, prioritizing psychological tension over cheap jump scares. From the outset, the demo establishes a palpable sense of isolation. Players navigate a meticulously crafted world of dark woods, shadowy caves, and decaying ruins. The environment itself feels alive, imbued with a sinister presence. Muted colors, creeping mist,…

If you’ve wanted to get your hands on Two Point Museum ahead of its official launch next week, consider picking up the Explorers Edition which comes with a bunch of goodies, including 5 days early access! There is a lot more here than you might think, so let’s dive right in! The Explorers Edition of Two Point Museum is offering up a ton of goodies for just a few more dollars than the basic game. Yes, 5 days early access…

I might sound like a broken record at this point, but I’ve never been a huge fan of trick taking games, especially cooperative ones. I have great strategic thinking capabilities, but for some reason all logic leaves my brain when it comes to deciding which cards to play in a trick taking experience. While I enjoyed what The Crew was trying to do, it was never a game I wanted to play. With The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship…

Disney Dreamlight Valley’s newest update, Tales of Agrabah, is out now. I’ve been checking it out on Nintendo Switch and have some first thoughts on it. Also check out the update trailer too! This morning, Disney Dreamlight Valley’s newest update, Tales of Agrabah, came out. I’ve been checking it out and have some first thoughts on it. After unlocking the door to Agrabah, I found myself in the iconic city from Aladdin. I haven’t finished the update quest here yet…

There is a trio of board games now in Stonemaier Games’ “Span” franchise and overall I would say they are all really good games. As more come out, you begin to rank them based on how they play and what they do. Preference why, I prefer Wrymspan for a more involved game, and because of that, will probably never play Wingspan again. Finspan, on the other hand, stands alone in my opinion when compared to the other three. Let’s explore…

“King of Retail 2” aims to elevate the retail management simulation genre, building upon the foundations of its predecessor. Here’s a breakdown of its key aspects, especially considering its early access status: Core Gameplay and Features: Deep Customization: The game emphasizes extensive customization, allowing players to design their stores from the ground up. This includes layout, décor, and product selection, enabling diverse retail experiences. The “Concepts” feature adds a layer of brand management, allowing players to ...

Potion Shop Simulator is an intriguing, evolving experience that distinguishes itself within the simulator genre by masterfully weaving together the delicate art of potion crafting with the engaging demands of shop management. Unlike many solitary simulator experiences, this title places a significant emphasis on cooperative gameplay, allowing players to team up with friends and share the journey of building and running a successful potion shop. This focus on social interaction adds a unique layer of enjoyment, fostering a sense of…

When I wrote how a theme could change my opinion on a genre of board games, I was specifically talking about the Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Trick Taking Game. I’m not a huge trick taking game fan, and even though I’ve had good games of The Crew, I find them way too stressful to be fun long term. I knew, however, that the Lord of the Rings Trick Taking Game was going to arrive on…

Sony’s PlayStation Network (PSN) recently gave gamers around the world a frustrating reminder of what happens when a crucial service grinds to a standstill. On Friday, 7th February 2025, at around 11 PM GMT, PSN began experiencing issues that left many people unable to use online features for nearly a full day. During this time, players complained that they couldn’t access their accounts, join friends in online matches or browse the PlayStation Store. Sony eventually confirmed the outage but kept…