We’re back from Gen Con and confirmed something we’ve mentioned before. Games featuring polyominoes or polycubes (Tetris-shaped pieces) are all the rage at the moment. We counted dozens of new titles making their debut in Indianapolis and that is in addition to the ones showcased during Origins Game Fair. Now don’t go thinking tha ...
When it comes to playing games, word games are among my least favorite. Not because they aren’t fun, it’s because I know I won’t have a chance of winning or even being in the running. I believe I have an average vocabulary, but struggle sometimes to come up with the right word(s) for the moment. When playing games like Codenames, ...
Our involvement in the board game industry has allowed us to experience more games than the average person. We’ve discovered what we like most and what are least on our priority list. We understand what works and what doesn’t. One thing that is very apparent is that games are often built around an idea or game mechanic and the theme is ...
Last year at this time, I was faced with the realization that my daughters are growing up. While Madison wasn’t old enough to get her full driver’s license, she was authorized by the state to have a school permit. It’s a restricted license that students can get once they’ve successfully completed a certified driver’s e ...
Has there ever been a product that appeals to you primarily because of the packaging? I remember wanting to order the McDLT simply for the novelty of it. Silly Putty? Genius. And there’s this router with a cool design that is irresistible. All through the years, marketers have used creativity to drawn people to their product. Of course, somet ...
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