Board Games

Kinfire Delve: Vainglory’s Grotto Review Kinfire Delve: Vainglory’s Grotto Review

New game publisher Incredible Dream rocketed onto the scene with the release of their first game,..
St. Patrick Review St. Patrick Review

Trick-taking games have taken the card gaming world by storm in recent years. The now classic..
Machinate Review Machinate Review

Auction games and race games are two of my absolute favorite types of games, so when Mahraan Qadir..
Kickstarters of the Week: 10/30 Kickstarters of the Week: 10/30

October is just about over with only a couple of days left. In fact, tomorrow is Halloween, so..
Sports Dice Review Sports Dice Review

At Gen Con this year, the BGQ team met with family game publisher Foxmind Games to see what was new ..
Kickstarters of the Week: 9/25/23 Kickstarters of the Week: 9/25/23

September is just about in the books and what a busy month it’s been. However, things won’t be..
The Night Hunter Review The Night Hunter Review

A killer terrorized the country 20 years ago. He turned himself in and was locked away for life...
Kickstarters of the Week: 8/21 Kickstarters of the Week: 8/21

Summer is coming to a close and the campaigns have slowed down a bit. Much like in January, August..
Expeditions Review Expeditions Review

Ah. The 1920s. In some areas, it was a booming time post-war and post-Spanish Flu. Other areas saw..
The Ming Voyages Review The Ming Voyages Review

I don’t know much about Chinese history, but the background of the Ming voyages is pretty..
Kickstarters of the Week: 7/24 Kickstarters of the Week: 7/24

July is just about in the books as the summer marches on. We’ve got a nice batch of campaigns for..
Skulls of Sedlec Review Skulls of Sedlec Review

One of my pet peeves in gaming is people who demand themes in their games. Who really cares? Give..
Indiana Jones Cryptic Review Indiana Jones Cryptic Review

Harrison Ford has played a lot of amazing characters but one of my favorites, if not my favorite,..
Origins 2023 Recap Origins 2023 Recap

Origins is one of my local cons, but I hadn’t made it down to the Greater Columbus Convention..
Rise Review Rise Review

There are some games whose names are so on the mark that you know exactly what you’ll be playing..
Rebuilding Seattle Review Rebuilding Seattle Review

I am from the Chicago area, lived many of my adult years in Chicago, have worked in Chicago for..
Top 10 Crowdfunding Games that Just Missed the Mark Top 10 Crowdfunding Games that Just Missed the Mark

There have been some amazing crowdfunding games along with some not-very-good ones. There are very..
Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game Review Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game Review

A few months ago, publisher Fantasy Flight Games surprised everyone with the announcement of a new..
The Ultimate Guide to Buying the Perfect Chess Set The Ultimate Guide to Buying the Perfect Chess Set

Chess is one of the oldest and most popular board games in the world. In this guide we'll discuss..
The Best Chess Boards: A Comprehensive Guide The Best Chess Boards: A Comprehensive Guide

Chess is a classic game that has been around for centuries, and it's no surprise that it's still..
Which Chess Board is the Best Choice for You? Which Chess Board is the Best Choice for You?

Choosing your next wooden chess set can be difficult - here are some of the top sets available &..
The Best Chess Boards: A Comprehensive Guide The Best Chess Boards: A Comprehensive Guide

We've rounded up some of the best chess boards on the market, from luxury sets to travel-friendly..
What Size Chess Sets are Used in Tournaments? What Size Chess Sets are Used in Tournaments?

Learn about official standards for tables & sets used in competitive play & different sizes of..
What Kind of Chess Set Do Professional Players Use? What Kind of Chess Set Do Professional Players Use?

Tournament chess sets are the most common type of chess set used in clubs, tournaments, and schools...
What Professional Chess Players Use: The Best Chess Boards and Pieces What Professional Chess Players Use: The Best Chess Boards and Pieces

Discover what boards & pieces professional chess players use in tournaments & how to get your own..
Who Makes the Best Chess Boards? Who Makes the Best Chess Boards?

Are you looking for a new chess set? Check out our guide to find out which one is right for you! We ..
Kickstarters of the Week: 2/20 Kickstarters of the Week: 2/20

Welcome to a new week. With it comes another batch of board games to check out. We’ve got a nice..
What is the best material for chess sets? What is the best material for chess sets?

In FIDE chess tournaments, chess pieces must be made of wood or plastic (or an imitation of these..
What is a high quality chess set? What is a high quality chess set?

By far the most popular and iconic chess game is the Staunton set. This set is not only a design..
How do you pick a chess board? How do you pick a chess board?

If you are buying the board separately from the pieces, you must match the size of the pieces to..
Is chess becoming less popular? Is chess becoming less popular?

As people move away from their screens, interest in chess shows no signs of slowing down. If you..
Why are wood chess sets so expensive? Why are wood chess sets so expensive?

Of the 32 chess pieces, much of the value depends on how well the gentleman is made. It takes a..
What size chess sets are used in tournaments? What size chess sets are used in tournaments?

Please note that the standards for tables and sets may differ slightly from country to country. For ..
What are the best chess boards? What are the best chess boards?

Our Picks for the Best Chess BoardsChess Armory Felt Game Board Wooden Interior, Luxury Chess Board ..
What chess board do they use in tournaments? What chess board do they use in tournaments?

Tournament chess sets The most common type of chess set used in clubs, tournaments and schools is a ..
What is the best chess board size? What is the best chess board size?

The ideal chessboard would measure twenty-one inches in length and width and three quarters of an..
Are magnetic chess sets better? Are magnetic chess sets better?

Magnetic chess sets are perfect for traveling, so you can play a game or two on the go. They are..
What is the best chess board? What is the best chess board?

Our Picks for the Best Chess BoardsChess Armory Felt Game Board Wooden Interior, Luxury Chess Board ..
Marvel: Age of Heroes Review Marvel: Age of Heroes Review

While there is no shortage of Marvel-themed games available to us (seriously there are a lot), that ..
Firefly: Misbehavin’ Review Firefly: Misbehavin’ Review

Firefly Misbehavin’ is a deckbuilding game for 2-4 players that can take anywhere between 45-60+..