Game Spotlights

Game Spotlights Published: Aug 24, 2023 Adam Knight

The Big Show: Sports Board Games

"Discover the thrill of sports through tabletop strategy in 'The Big Show: Sports Board Games.' From fantasy football in 'Blood Bowl' to futuristic battles in 'Aristeia!' and fast-paced racing in 'Formula D,' these games offer unique experiences. Explore dynamic racing in 'Cubitos' and 'Flamme Rouge,' or relive key moments in 'Baseball and Football Highlights.' Try your luck with horse racing in 'Long Shot' and 'Ready, Set, Bet.' Swing into action with '18 Holes' golf or shred in 'Skate Summer.' Elevate game nights with sports excitement." … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Aug 24, 2023 Michael Butler

Universal RPG Systems

This article explores whether RPGs should use one rule set for all genres or unique rules for each setting. It presents universal systems like GURPS, Fudge, D6 System, FATE, Savage Worlds, and Cypher System, describing their mechanics and adaptability to various genres. The text also includes interesting facts about each system's origins and growth. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Aug 21, 2023 Adam Knight

Beer Board Games

Today we discuss several brewing-themed board games perfect for transitioning from summer to fall. "Brew-Opoly" offers a humorous take on microbrews, "Beer & Bread" involves a competitive game of brewing and baking, "Heaven & Ale" features monastery brewing with strategy, "Taverns of Tiefenthal" simulates managing a bar, and "Distilled" challenges players to create cocktails. Each game offers distinct gameplay mechanics and strategic elements, catering to various player preferences, from light-hearted to more complex experiences. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jul 12, 2023 Adam Knight

In The Grim Darkness of the Future, There is Only War (Warhammer 40k)

From its start decades ago, Warhammer, in both its fantasy and sci-fi 40k versions, built its world with its immaculate figures. From small insects to massive Orks and mechanical Dreadnoughts, Warhammer 40k’s models are both artistic and active parts of the game. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jul 12, 2023 Adam Knight

Dungeon Deck-Building

The Clank! series is a board game collection centered on treasure hunting, deck-building, and strategy. It spans different versions – original, space-themed, and campaign-based – highlighting elements like factions, unique boards, and the interplay of luck and strategy. The text underscores the excitement and suspense that define Clank! gameplay. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jul 12, 2023 Adam Knight

Of War and Wonder

Para Bellum’s Conquest: The Last Argument of Kings invites the fantasy epic, nay, promises it with a miniature rank-and-file wargame stuffed with lore, grit, and guts. Smashing monstrous battalions together on a battlefield is always an appealing proposition, but Conquest goes further, wrapping your forces in story and stringing the game together in a fluid back-and-forth, ensuring surprise and strategy are both summoned in equal measure. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jul 05, 2023 Adam Knight

GodTear

Godtear is a dynamic tabletop combat game for two players which captivates the hearts and minds of tabletop gamers. Taking control of your warband, you'll fight to claim godtears, ascend the throne of immortality, and gain untold power. Through this breathtaking experience, we break it down and dive deep into the world of Godtear. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jun 14, 2023 Adam Knight

Uwe Rosenberg Plants a Field

From fields to caves to marketplaces, Uwe Rosenberg has been creating delighful games for players of all kinds! … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jun 07, 2023 Adam Knight

Zombicide – Dice of the Dead

Pick your weapon and sit back as you and your friends pull together an arsenal to fend off the unrelenting hordes. Zombicide has plenty to choose from including a wide array of settings and add-ons or even an rpg variant to accomodate your table! … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: May 24, 2023 Adam Knight

The Great Outdoors of Boardgaming

The wilderness can be a great change of setting for your gaming ventures. Make sure to pack the more durable and portable games for your next excursion! … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: May 16, 2023 Adam Knight

Ye Olde CCG – How to Give Your CCGs a Second Chance!

New and old CCG's can be livened up by making a few simple tweaks along the way. We'll explore Drafting Cubes, Pick-and-Play Decks, Smash-Up Style and more. Use the strategies in this article to breathe new life into any collectible card game including Magic the Gathering, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh and many more! … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: May 10, 2023 Linda C

OSR’s: The Beauty of Old School RPGs

A first hand look at what is so great about OSR's and why players love games like Mork Borg, Swords & Wizardry, and Old School Essentials. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: May 04, 2023 Adam Knight

From Jedi to Sith: A Guide to the Best Star Wars Games

Star Wars games come in many different types and flavors. These are a few choice options for players of all experience levels out there. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Apr 25, 2023 Linda C

The Blood Wars CCG – A Game of Planes, Powers, and Proxies

An adventure into the mechanics of the Blood Wars CCG. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Apr 13, 2023 Adam Knight

Three’s Company – The best board games for three players

Not every board game is ideal for three players. Explore the world of options perfect for a tabletop trio! … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Apr 05, 2023 Adam Knight

A Beautiful Day for a Skirmish – Marvel Crisis Protocol

The minis skirmish game Marvel: Crisis Protocol, with its quick play time and broad appeal, makes for an easy add to your game store rotation! … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Mar 01, 2023 Devin

Deck Building Games: Explanation & Recommendations

What's the difference between Deck Building games, Trading Card games, and Living Card games? And which ones are worth your time? … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Feb 20, 2023 Devin

Carrier Battle – Philippine Sea

Carrier Battle - Philippine Sea, from Compass Games, is a solitaire simulation of the largest carrier battle in history—during the WWII invasion of Saipan! … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Feb 08, 2023 Devin

Task Force – Carrier Battles in the Pacific

Task Force - Carrier Battles in the Pacific, from Vuca Simulations, appeals to the full range of experience of war gamers. Whether this is your first time commanding on the tabletop or you're a grizzled veteran, Task Force has plenty to offer you! … Read More

Demos & Unboxings Published: Feb 07, 2023 Devin

Goblin Vaults Demo Day w/Thunderworks Games

Our neighbor—and publisher of fantastic tabletop games—Thunderworks Games will be visiting us here at the castle to demo their new release: Goblin Vaults, a strategy card game for 1-5 players featuring bidding, card placement, and scoring patterns. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Feb 02, 2023 Devin

Dune: War for Arrakis Preorder

Preorder Dune: War for Arrakis—a thematic strategy board game centered around the Desert War events from Frank Herbert's Dune novel. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jan 18, 2023 Devin

Grand Empires Series from Wargame Shop

The Grand Empires war game series from the UK Wargame Shop lets you recreate landmark conflicts from the Napoleonic era of European history. … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jan 11, 2023 Devin

Top Games of 2022 @ NKG

As tabletop gaming continues its meteoric renaissance, some games have had an outsized impact on gamers. Here we share the games that have most quickly flown off of our shelves in 2022! … Read More

Game Spotlights Published: Jan 04, 2023 Devin

Rare DnD Items Freshly Available at NKG

We've just cataloged a trove of rare Dungeons & Dragons goodies from the TSR days. Take a gander at these relics from the birth of D&D, and maybe even add one to your collection! … Read More