In All Seriousness – board games with sensitive topics (Topic Discussion)
In recent years, board games have evolved far beyond the traditional family-friendly games like Monopoly and Scrabble, with many designers tackling more serious and sensitive topics. Games dealing with topics such as mental health, political unrest, and social issues are becoming increasingly popular among players looking for a deeper and more thought-provoking gaming experience. One such game that has sparked …
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Buy, Buy, Buy – my love affair with economic simulation board games (Topic Discussion)
As an avid board gamer, I have always been drawn to economic simulation games. There is something incredibly satisfying about managing resources, making strategic decisions, and watching your empire grow. The thrill of outsmarting your opponents and coming out on top is a feeling like no other. In this article, I want to share my love affair with economic simulation …
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Repeatable Replay – the importance of replayability of board games (Topic Discussion)
Board games have been a popular form of entertainment for centuries, providing players with hours of fun and social interaction. However, a key factor that can greatly enhance the enjoyment of a board game is its replayability. Repeatable replay, or the ability of a board game to be played multiple times without losing its appeal, is a crucial aspect of …
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Exotic Games – cultural appropriation in board games (Topic Discussion)
Board games have been a popular form of entertainment for centuries, offering players a chance to engage in strategic thinking, social interaction, and friendly competition. However, in recent years, there has been growing concern about cultural appropriation in board games, particularly in so-called “exotic” games. Exotic games are board games that draw inspiration from non-Western cultures, often incorporating elements such …
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Get Inspired for Your Wedding with Board Games (Topic Discussion)
Are you looking for a fun and unique way to incorporate your love of board games into your wedding day? Look no further! Board games have been growing in popularity in recent years, and more couples are finding creative ways to incorporate them into their big day. From tabletop decorations to game-themed activities, there are endless possibilities to get inspired …
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The Full History of Board Games
This article was originally written on Dicey Goblin The Royal Sport of Ur 2600 BC Inside the previous few years board video games have gone by way of an explosion of development. In 2012 The Guardian went so far as dubbing it “A Golden Age for Board Games”, stating board video games have seen a development price as excessive as …
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How to play: Settlers of Catan. The Settlers of Catan is a resource… | by Bradley Mahoney | Board Game Brother
The Settlers of Catan is a useful resource gathering euro-style sport. The way in which to win Settlers of Catan is to be the primary one acquire 10 Victory factors. There are 3 ways to get Victory factors: The primary is from constructing settlements and cities. Every settlement is value one victory level whereas every metropolis is value two victory …
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