All games from the Top100 "Hunter & Cron Award 2019" list 🇩🇪 2024
We have clearly listed and compared the list with all 100 games (actually 104) from the audience award "Hunter & Cron🇩🇪 2019".
Top10 Hunter & Cron Award 2019 Winners
- Gloomhaven.
- Teotihuacan: City of Gods
- The Quacks of Quedlinburg
- Spirit Island
- Meeple Circus
- Brass: Birmingham
- Architects of the West Kingdom
- That's Pretty Clever!
- Chronicles of Crime
- Just One
- Scythe
- Azul
- Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game
- Rising Sun
- Blackout: Hong Kong
- Decrypto
- Western Legends
- Planet
- The Mind
- Newton
- Railroad Ink: Deep Blue Edition
- The Rise of Queensdale
- Gùgōng
- Sagrada
- KeyForge: Call of the Archons
- Gaia Project
- Terraforming Mars
- Menara
- Roll Player
- Pulsar 2849
- Carpe Diem
- Coimbra
- Treasure Island
- Tsukuyumi: Full Moon Down
- Everdell
- Funny Friends
- Between Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig
- Rajas of the Ganges
- Luxor
- Underwater Cities
- NEOM
- Root
- The best EXIT - The Game variants⎇
- Endeavor: Age of Sail
- Crown of Emara
- Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure
- Nemesis
- Clans of Caledonia
- AuZtralia
- Dice Settlers
- Near and Far
- Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition
- This War of Mine: The Board Game
- Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra
- Lift Off
- The best games of the Unlock! series
- Reykholt
- Penny Papers Adventures: Skull Island
- Dinosaur Island
- Ex Libris
- Welcome To...
- Men at Work
- Cupcake Empire
- Fuji
- Roll for Adventure
- Orbis
- Cryptid
- Spring Meadow
- Farben
- Lowlands
- Belratti
- Pandemic Legacy: Season 2
- Altiplano
- Dealt!
- Gingerbread House
- Shadows: Amsterdam
- Reef
- A Feast for Odin
- Nemeton
- Calimala
- The 7th Continent
- Feudom
- Gizmos
- Detective Club
- Concept Kids: Animals
- Tribes: Dawn of Humanity
- 13 Clues
- Village Attacks
- Forum Trajanum
- Forbidden Sky
- T.I.M.E Stories
- Lords of Hellas
- Fall of Rome
- Too Many Bones
- 878 Vikings: Invasions of England
- Robin Hood and the Merry Men
- Tudor
- Adventure Island
- Civilization: A New Dawn
- Castell
- Sword & Sorcery
- Downforce
- Photosynthesis
- Imhotep: The Duel
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Audience award instead of critics award
Unlike the Spiel des Jahres Award, the "Hunter & Cron Award🇩🇪" is not chosen by critics but by an audience - namely the channel's Patreon Supporters. For the 2018 vintage (Hunter & Cron Award 2019), this was 392 eligible voters on the cutoff date of Jan. 1, 2019.
All games that have ever been released are eligible to be voted on
Every Patreon is allowed to vote for their 10 favorite games of the previous year - so the 2019 award is for the 2018 game year. The thing to consider is not the category or release date of the game, but whether the games were important to the community in the previous year. Then, the overall winner is determined from all the top 10 lists.
Who are Hunter & Cron anyway?
Hunter & Cron are german board game enthusiasts and started a YouTube channel in late 2013 where they shared their joy. Both live in Berlin 🇩🇪, are in a relationship and each have a son and a daughter. In the meantime, more than 1,000 videos have been created - and more than just the two of them can be seen on the channel. The channel is one of the main influencers among board game connoisseurs & experts in Germany.
Cron then announced a longer break in early 2021. Since then, Hunter continues the channel for now under the name "Hunter & Friends".
All further "Hunter & Cron Award" years
The Hunter & Cron Award has been awarded since 2017. Until 2019, it was still called the Hunter & Cron Patreon Award. We have listed for you both across all years and by year separately, you can find the year overview at the bottom of the page.
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List with all games that ended up in the Top100 of the Hunter & Cron Award🇩🇪 2019
Just One
Just One is a cooperative party game that combines elements of mystery and creativity. Players work together to guess as many words as possible, using unique clues provided by their teammates.
Nominated for 15 awards and won 4.
⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 2019
More details for Just One- 3 - 7 Players
- 20 - 60 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
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Azul
Azul invites you to step into the captivating world of Portuguese artistry and craftsmanship. This board game draws inspiration from the introduction of azulejos, originally white and blue ceramic tiles, by the Moors. The tiles found a new home in Portugal when King Manuel I, during a visit to the Alhambra palace in Southern Spain, was enchanted by the exquisite Moorish decorative tiles adorning its interior. Filled with awe and inspiration, the king promptly ordered the embellishment of his own palace in Portugal with similar decorative tiles. As a skilled tile-laying artist, you are tasked with the prestigious mission of adorning the walls of the Royal Palace of Evora.
Nominated for 30 awards and won 19.
⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 2018
🔥 Deal: 11% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for Azul- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Decrypto
Engage in the riveting team-based challenge of Decrypto, where players strive to correctly interpret coded messages from their teammates while unraveling the intercepted codes of the opposing team.
Nominated for 14 awards and won 7.
More details for Decrypto- 3 - 8 Players
- 15 - 45 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
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The Quacks of Quedlinburg
Become a cunning charlatan or a quack doctor in the whimsical world of The Quacks of Quedlinburg. In this quirky board game, each player concocts their own secret brew, one ingredient at a time. But beware, for a careless addition could spoil the entire mixture!
Nominated for 17 awards and won 12.
⭐️ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2018
More details for The Quacks of Quedlinburg- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for The Quacks of Quedlinburg
Detective Club
Detective Club is a social deduction and party game that involves both cooperation and deception. Players are drawn into rounds of intrigue, where one player secretly passes clues to their accomplice to reveal a secret word, while others, acting as detectives, try to unveil the conspiracy. Creativity and persuasion play crucial roles as players discuss and defend their choices to avoid suspicion.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 3.
More details for Detective Club- 4 - 8 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Detective Club
Men at Work
Men At Work is a dexterity game that challenges players to become the most skilled and careful construction workers on the job site. The goal is to build a towering structure of steel girders and wooden beams, placing workers and bricks with precision to avoid any disastrous collapses. Players must balance risk-taking with cautious strategy to outmaneuver their opponents and impress Rita, the tough-as-nails boss, in hopes of being named Employee of the Month.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Men at Work- 2 - 5 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Men at Work
Welcome To...
Welcome To... is a unique, dice-less roll-and-write game where players take on the role of 1950s American architects, aiming to design and construct the most prosperous suburban neighborhood.
Nominated for 12 awards and won 2.
More details for Welcome To...- 1 - 100 Players
- 25 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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That's Pretty Clever!
That's Pretty Clever is a strategic dice game where players must make thoughtful choices to optimize their score. The game's title, Ganz schön clever in German, aptly describes the need for cleverness and tactical thinking.
Nominated for 8 awards and won 1.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2018
More details for That's Pretty Clever!- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure
Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure is an exciting board game where players become daring thieves, sneaking into a dragon's lair to steal artifacts while avoiding making noise to prevent waking the dragon.
Nominated for 11 awards and won 3.
More details for Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Hero Realms
Hero Realms is a captivating, fantasy-themed deck-building game that builds on the mechanics of the highly acclaimed Star Realms. It offers a versatile gaming experience suitable for different player formats and styles.
Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.
More details for Hero Realms- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
Sagrada
Sagrada is a visually striking board game where players draft dice to create beautiful stained glass windows, combining strategy and aesthetics.
Nominated for 12 awards.
More details for Sagrada- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
🔥 Great price!Check for best price now at*Railroad Ink: Deep Blue Edition
Railroad Ink: Deep Blue Edition is a captivating multiplayer puzzle game that combines strategy and luck to create a unique gaming experience.
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
More details for Railroad Ink: Deep Blue Edition- 1 - 6 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
The Mind
The Mind is a unique card game that combines elements of cooperation, intuition, and silent communication. It is as much an experiment in group dynamics as it is a game.
Nominated for 20 awards and won 9.
⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2018
More details for The Mind- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
🔥 Great price!Check for best price now at*Menara
Menara is a cooperative, physical skill-based game where players work together to construct a temple using pillars and uniquely shaped floors. The game challenges players not just with its physical demands but also through its requirement for teamwork and strategic planning. As players build the structure, they must carefully balance the need for precision with the architectural requirements to prevent the temple from becoming unstable. Mistakes have consequences, requiring the addition of new floors and making the challenge even more daunting.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Menara- 1 - 4 Players
- 10 - 60 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Downforce
Downforce is a fast-paced and exhilarating board game that captures the intense world of motor racing. Combining elements of card-driven gameplay, bidding, and betting, it offers a thrilling race experience for 2-6 players.
Nominated for 3 awards.
More details for Downforce- 2 - 6 Players
- 20 - 40 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Belratti
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
More details for Belratti- 3 - 8 Players
- 20 - 45 Minutes
- 9+ years old
- Immediately playable
Chronicles of Crime
Embark on a thrilling cooperative adventure with Chronicles of Crime, a unique blend of crime investigation, board game excitement, and a touch of Virtual Reality. Picture yourself at the heart of criminal investigations, where the seamless integration of an app with physical components creates an immersive experience.
Nominated for 17 awards and won 5.
More details for Chronicles of Crime- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Chronicles of Crime
Terraforming Mars
Terraforming Mars is a strategic board game set in the 2400s, where players, representing giant corporations, embark on the colossal task of terraforming Mars. Sponsored by the World Government on Earth, each corporation competes to contribute most effectively to raising the planet's temperature, oxygen level, and ocean coverage to make Mars habitable. While players work together in the terraforming process, they also compete for victory points awarded for their contributions to terraforming, advancing human infrastructure throughout the solar system, and other notable achievements.
Nominated for 27 awards and won 14.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2017
More details for Terraforming Mars- 1 - 5 Players
- 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Terraforming Mars
Everdell
Everdell invites players to immerse themselves in the enchanting valley of Everdell, where a thriving civilization of forest critters seeks to expand their territories and establish new cities beneath towering trees, meandering streams, and mossy hollows. As the leader of a group of ambitious critters, you have a busy year ahead, filled with construction, character encounters, and hosting events. Can you ensure that the sun shines brightest on your city before the winter moon rises?
Nominated for 16 awards and won 7.
More details for Everdell- 1 - 4 Players
- 40 - 80 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Meeple Circus
Meeple Circus is a vibrant and engaging dexterity board game where players become circus directors, aiming to create the most spectacular show and wow the audience. It's a game where physical skill meets strategic planning, and each action is a performance in itself.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Meeple Circus- 2 - 5 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Gizmos
Gizmos is a dynamic and inventive board game that challenges players to build the most efficient and powerful machines at a competitive Science Fair. The game is a blend of strategy and resource management, where players vie to earn the most victory points through clever machine construction.
Nominated for 7 awards and won 2.
More details for Gizmos- 2 - 4 Players
- 40 - 50 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra
Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra is a visually striking and strategic board game designed by Michael Kiesling. It offers a unique twist on tile drafting, focusing on creating beautiful stained glass windows.
Nominated for 4 awards.
More details for Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra
Concept Kids: Animals
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
More details for Concept Kids: Animals- 2 - 12 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 4+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Concept Kids: Animals
Cryptid
Cryptid is a deduction board game centered around the intriguing theme of cryptozoology. Players take on the roles of cryptozoologists trying to locate an elusive creature known as the Cryptid, using a mix of clever deduction and strategic misdirection.
Nominated for 5 awards.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2022
More details for Cryptid- 3 - 5 Players
- 30 - 50 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Dealt!
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
More details for Dealt!- 3 - 5 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Unlock!: Heroic Adventures
More details for Unlock!: Heroic AdventuresUnlock!: Heroic Adventures brings the excitement and challenge of escape rooms into your home with a card game that is both cooperative and imaginative. This set includes three unique scenarios, each offering a distinct adventure that requires players to solve puzzles, discover objects, and crack codes to progress through the story. Utilizing a simple yet engaging system, along with a companion app for clues and timing, players are drawn into thrilling narratives that test their problem-solving skills and teamwork.
- 1 - 6 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Architects of the West Kingdom
In Architects of the West Kingdom, set against the backdrop of the late Carolingian Empire around 850 AD, players step into the roles of royal architects. Tasked with constructing important buildings and advancing the construction of the Archbishop's cathedral, this game uniquely combines resource management, worker placement, and moral choices into a rich strategic tableau. Players vie for the King's favor and maintain their noble status in a world where virtue and vice coexist.
Nominated for 17 awards and won 5.
More details for Architects of the West Kingdom- 1 - 5 Players
- 60 - 80 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Brass: Birmingham
Brass: Birmingham is an economic strategy game and a sequel to the 2007 game Brass. It immerses players in the world of industrial revolution entrepreneurs in Birmingham between 1770-1870.
Nominated for 13 awards and won 7.
More details for Brass: Birmingham- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
Video reviews for Brass: Birmingham
Reef
Reef is an abstract strategy game where players embody the role of a coral reef, engaging in the growth and expansion of their reef through careful selection and placement of colors and patterns.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Reef- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Roll Player
Embark on a quest to forge the mightiest hero in the realm in Roll Player. Unlike ordinary heroes who materialize out of thin air, true champions are meticulously crafted. Race, class, alignment, skills, traits, and equipment – every facet contributes to the creation of the ultimate adventurer, poised to confront adversaries and seek glory and riches.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Roll Player- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Roll Player
Fall of Rome
Pandemic: Fall of Rome is a unique cooperative board game that blends the classic gameplay of Pandemic with the historical setting of the Roman Empire's decline. In this game, players work together as citizens, soldiers, and allies of Rome, tasked with defending the empire against various barbarian tribes like the Anglo-Saxons, Goths, Vandals, and Huns. The game requires players to strategically recruit armies, fortify cities, and forge alliances to halt the onslaught of invaders.
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
More details for Fall of Rome- 1 - 5 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Endeavor: Age of Sail
Endeavor: Age of Sail invites players to navigate the high seas and earn glory for their empires. Set during the age of exploration, players sail from Europe and the Mediterranean, establishing shipping routes and occupying cities across the globe, all while building their industrial, cultural, financial, and influential power.
Nominated for 3 awards.
More details for Endeavor: Age of Sail- 2 - 5 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Endeavor: Age of Sail
Luxor
In Luxor, players embark on an adventurous quest through the legendary temple of Luxor in search of treasures and the ultimate prize: the tomb of the pharaoh. This game stands out for its ever-changing path to the tomb, ensuring a unique experience in each playthrough.
Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.
⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2018
More details for Luxor- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Gloomhaven
Gloomhaven is a Euro-inspired tactical combat game set in a persistent and evolving world. Players assume the roles of adventurers, each with unique skills and motives, as they explore dungeons, ruins, and engage in cooperative battles against automated monsters.
Nominated for 22 awards and won 10.
More details for Gloomhaven- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Nemesis
Nemesis is a semi-cooperative, survival horror board game set in a sci-fi universe, offering an intense and immersive experience as players navigate a spacecraft infested with hostile alien organisms.
Nominated for 8 awards and won 3.
More details for Nemesis- 1 - 5 Players
- 90 - 180 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
The 7th Continent
In the early 20th century, your fate binds you to the newly discovered seventh continent, haunted by a malevolent curse since your last expedition. The 7th Continent, a captivating solo or cooperative "choose-your-own-adventure" exploration board game, beckons you to chart your course. Choose a character and commence your journey alone or alongside fellow explorers. Drawing inspiration from the Fighting Fantasy book series, unravel the mysteries of this untamed land through a diverse array of terrain and event cards.
Nominated for 17 awards and won 2.
More details for The 7th Continent- 1 - 4 Players
- 5 - 1000 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Scythe
In the turbulent 1920s Europa, a period overshadowed by the aftermath of the first great war, a city-state known as "The Factory" stands at the center of attention. This capitalistic powerhouse, renowned for its heavily armored mechs that fueled the war, has mysteriously closed its doors, leaving neighboring nations vying for its secrets.
Nominated for 21 awards and won 10.
More details for Scythe- 1 - 5 Players
- 90 - 115 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Carpe Diem
In Carpe Diem, players step into the roles of wealthy patricians in ancient Rome, striving to build prosperous city districts and accumulate prestigious points. Designed by the accomplished game designer Stefan Feld, this board game offers a unique and engaging gaming experience.
Nominated for 2 awards.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019
More details for Carpe Diem- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 - 75 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Pandemic Legacy: Season 2
Pandemic Legacy: Season 2 is an epic, cooperative board game that continues the narrative and innovative gameplay of its predecessor. This game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity struggles to survive after a devastating plague. It offers a unique gaming experience, where players' decisions and actions have long-lasting consequences, making each playthrough distinct.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 3.
⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 2018
More details for Pandemic Legacy: Season 2- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Pandemic Legacy: Season 2
Shadows: Amsterdam
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Shadows: Amsterdam- 2 - 8 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Between Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig
More details for Between Two Castles of Mad King LudwigBetween Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig is a distinctive tile-drafting game where players take on the role of master builders, collaboratively designing grand castles for the whimsical and demanding King Ludwig. This game is a unique collaboration between Stonemaier Games and Bezier Games, blending elements of creativity, strategy, and cooperation.
- 2 - 7 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Rajas of the Ganges
Rajas of the Ganges is a strategy board game set in 16th century India, during the rise of the Great Mogul Empire. Players take on the roles of influential nobles, striving to transform their estates into prosperous provinces.
Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.
More details for Rajas of the Ganges- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 - 75 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game
Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game immerses players in the role of true detectives, blending traditional board game elements with modern technology and storytelling. This game offers a unique and interactive experience, as players solve interconnected cases using both physical game components and an online database.
Nominated for 14 awards and won 4.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019
More details for Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game- 1 - 5 Players
- 120 - 180 Minutes
- 16+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game
Exit: The Game – The Abandoned Cabin
Exit: The Game – The Abandoned Cabin plunges players into an immersive escape room experience in the form of a board game. Trapped in a cabin with barred windows and a locked door, players must rely on their collective wits to find a way out.
Nominated for 2 awards and won 2.
⭐️ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2017
More details for Exit: The Game – The Abandoned Cabin- 1 - 6 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*T.I.M.E Stories
T.I.M.E Stories is a unique narrative-driven board game that blends elements of role-playing, exploration, and puzzle-solving. It offers an immersive experience as players take on the role of temporal agents sent on missions to prevent disruptions in the space-time continuum.
Nominated for 16 awards and won 3.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2016
More details for T.I.M.E Stories- 2 - 4 Players
- 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for T.I.M.E Stories
Treasure Island
Treasure Island is a thrilling game of bluffing and adventure where players are immersed in a high-stakes treasure hunt. One player takes on the role of Long John Silver, using cunning and misdirection to lead the others astray in their quest to find his hidden treasure. The game builds to an exciting climax as Long John makes his daring escape to reclaim his treasure.
Nominated for 3 awards.
More details for Treasure Island- 2 - 5 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Treasure Island
Planet
Planet is a unique, hands-on board game where players get the chance to create their own planet. Each player starts with a blank planet core and strategically places terrain tiles – mountains, ice, forests, deserts – to cultivate environments that can support life. The goal is to cleverly arrange these habitats to attract various animal species and create the most thriving planet.
Nominated for 4 awards and won 2.
More details for Planet- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Planet
Spring Meadow
🔥 Deal: 28% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for Spring Meadow- 1 - 4 Players
- 15 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Near and Far
Emphasizing storytelling and exploration, Near and Far is a captivating board game where up to four players embark on a quest for the fabled Last Ruin, a city rumored to house an artifact with the power to fulfill the heart's deepest desires. Each player assumes the role of a wanderer with personal motivations, from reuniting with lost family to seeking redemption.
Nominated for 6 awards.
More details for Near and Far- 2 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Near and Far
Gingerbread House
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Gingerbread House- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Gingerbread House
Imhotep: The Duel
Imhotep: The Duel transports players back to the rich historical setting of ancient Egypt, where they engage in a strategic contest as two of Egypt’s most renowned figures, Nefertiti and Akhenaten. This two-player game is a standalone sequel to the acclaimed board game Imhotep, known for its deep strategy and engaging gameplay. Imhotep: The Duel focuses on the competitive dynamics between two players, offering a nuanced and tightly contested battle of wits and strategy.
Nominated for 2 awards.
🔥 Deal: 11% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for Imhotep: The Duel- 2 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Western Legends
Western Legends is an open-world sandbox board game that immerses players in the adventurous and often lawless American Wild West. Featuring historical figures from the era, the game allows players to forge their own paths and create new legends.
Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.
More details for Western Legends- 2 - 6 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis is a green strategy board game where players engage in the growth and development of a forest. The game revolves around the central theme of photosynthesis, the process by which trees and plants use sunlight to produce energy.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 4.
🔥 Deal: 15% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for Photosynthesis- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Underwater Cities
Underwater Cities is a strategy board game where players become the world's brightest minds, tasked with creating the most livable underwater habitats. The game is notable for its card placement mechanism and offers a richly strategic experience that scales in duration with the number of players.
Nominated for 11 awards and won 3.
More details for Underwater Cities- 1 - 4 Players
- 80 - 150 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
Video reviews for Underwater Cities
Clans of Caledonia
Embark on a captivating journey to 19th-century Scotland in Clans of Caledonia, where the winds of change sweep across the Scottish landscape. As the country transitions from agriculture to industrialization, historic clans play a pivotal role in shaping its destiny. Against this backdrop, players take on the mantle of clan leaders, each with unique abilities, competing to thrive in this era of economic transformation. The game unfolds as a strategic dance of production, trade, and export, with the coveted Scottish whisky at the center of economic endeavors. Now, let's delve into the intricacies of gameplay that define this immersive economic board game.
Nominated for 12 awards and won 2.
More details for Clans of Caledonia- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Farben
- 3 - 5 Players
- 45 - 75 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Farben
Spirit Island
Welcome to the captivating world of Spirit Island, where the distant echoes of magic still hold sway. In this immersive cooperative board game, players are entrusted with the crucial task of defending their island paradise from the relentless onslaught of colonizing Invaders. The spirits of the land, each possessing unique elemental powers, unite to thwart the advance of those who seek to conquer and despoil. As the colonial empires expand, the islanders and the very earth itself rise in defense. Harness the power of the spirits, strategize with your fellow players, and fight back against the encroaching Invaders to protect the island's mystical heart.
Nominated for 14 awards and won 2.
More details for Spirit Island- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Hard to learn
Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition
Embark on an epic journey of galactic conquest in Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition. As a leader of one of seventeen unique factions, you'll navigate the vastness of space, striving for dominance through military might, political maneuvering, and economic prowess. The game unfolds around Mecatol Rex, the central planet, where the throne of the galaxy awaits the faction that can skillfully navigate the challenges of a dynamic and strategically constructed universe.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition- 3 - 6 Players
- 240 - 480 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Rising Sun
In the mystical realm of legendary feudal Japan, the forgotten Kami have arisen from the underworld, dissatisfied with the ruling Shōgun. As spring heralds the Great New Year, the sacred clans gather to embark on a quest to reclaim the lands of Nippon, restoring honor and spirituality. Honorable Shōgun, you lead one of these clans, navigating a delicate balance of diplomacy, alliances, and war in the pursuit of victory. Will you uphold the ancient promise with strength, virtue, and spirit in the board game Rising Sun?
Nominated for 9 awards and won 3.
More details for Rising Sun- 3 - 5 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Dinosaur Island
Dinosaur Island is a dynamic and competitive board game where players step into the shoes of park managers, tasked with resurrecting dinosaurs and building the most exciting and secure dinosaur park. The game cleverly combines elements of DNA research, strategic park construction, and risk management.
Nominated for 8 awards.
More details for Dinosaur Island- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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A Feast for Odin is a rich and complex board game that takes players on a journey through the life and times of the Vikings. This game combines elements of exploration, resource management, and strategic planning, offering a deep and engaging experience.
Nominated for 7 awards and won 1.
More details for A Feast for Odin- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Root
Root is an engaging board game of adventure and strategy designed for 2 to 4 players (expandable to 1 to 6 with the 'Riverfolk' expansion). Set in a vast wilderness, the game offers a unique experience where each player embodies a different faction with its own distinctive abilities and victory conditions. With beautifully designed multi-use cards, Root brings a rich asymmetrical gameplay to the table.
Nominated for 24 awards and won 14.
More details for Root- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Hard to learn
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KeyForge: Call of the Archons is a groundbreaking card game from the mind of Richard Garfield, offering a unique experience where each deck is one-of-a-kind. In this game, traditional deckbuilding and boosters are replaced by a world of endless discovery and strategic depth.
Nominated for 9 awards and won 3.
More details for KeyForge: Call of the Archons- 2 Players
- 15 - 45 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
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This War of Mine: The Board Game
This War Of Mine: The Board Game is a profound tabletop adaptation of the acclaimed video game, capturing the harrowing experiences of civilians in a war-torn city. It's a game that delves deep into the survival narrative, emphasizing the human aspect of war and the tough decisions that come with it.
Nominated for 7 awards and won 3.
More details for This War of Mine: The Board Game- 1 - 6 Players
- 45 - 120 Minutes
- 18+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Ex Libris
Ex Libris is a strategic board game that immerses players in the role of book collectors in a bustling gnomish village, all vying for the coveted position of Grand Librarian. This game combines elements of resource management, worker placement, and collection building, set in a whimsical fantasy world where players compete to create the most impressive personal library.
Nominated for 3 awards and won 2.
More details for Ex Libris- 1 - 4 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Coimbra
Coimbra is a historically themed board game set in the vibrant era of the 15th and 16th centuries in Portugal. It combines strategic planning, resource management, and an innovative dice mechanism, making it a compelling choice for gamers who enjoy a blend of history and strategy.
Nominated for 9 awards.
More details for Coimbra- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Gùgōng
Gùgōng is a board game set in 1570 China during the reign of the Longqing Emperor of the Ming Dynasty. It delves into the era's rich historical context, including the complexities of the Forbidden City and the expansion of the Great Wall. The game is centered around the intriguing practice of exchanging gifts among officials to navigate a bureaucracy rife with corruption, despite severe penalties for such practices.
Nominated for 5 awards.
More details for Gùgōng- 1 - 5 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Heaven & Ale
Heaven & Ale is a strategic board game set in the intriguing world of monastic brewing. Players take on the roles of monks in charge of ancient monasteries, tasked with brewing high-quality beer. The game combines resource management, timing, and competitive elements, challenging players to skillfully balance the upgrading of their monastery's garden with the efficient harvesting of resources necessary for brewing.
Nominated for 7 awards and won 2.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2018
More details for Heaven & Ale- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Pulsar 2849
Pulsar 2849 is a Euro-style board game set in the distant future where humanity has learned to harness the power of pulsars. In this strategic game of space exploration and resource management, players venture into the cosmos to claim pulsars and develop technologies, aiming to build an efficient energy distribution network among the stars.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.
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More details for Pulsar 2849- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Gaia Project is a strategy game that builds upon the success of its predecessor, Terra Mystica, offering a complex and immersive experience in a sci-fi setting. Players lead factions on a quest to expand and develop their presence across different types of planets.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 2.
More details for Gaia Project- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 150 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
NEOM
- 1 - 5 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
AuZtralia
AuZtralia is an adventure and exploration board game set in an alternate 1930s, inspired by Martin Wallace's A Study in Emerald. In this unique setting, players are intrepid adventurers colonizing Australia after the northern hemisphere has been devastated by war and the Old Ones. Gameplay involves building ports, constructing railways, mining, and farming, all while preparing for the awakening of the Old Ones and their human armies. Time is a crucial resource, and as the game progresses, the Old Ones awaken and become active, posing a significant threat. Players must strategically prepare for their arrival, possibly cooperating with others to fend off these nightmarish beings using military units and recruited personalities.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for AuZtralia- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 120 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Teotihuacan: City of Gods invites you to traverse time, immersing yourself in the splendor and twilight of the powerful pre-Columbian civilization of Mesoamerica. Strategize, accumulate wealth, seek the favor of the gods, and embark on the monumental task of constructing the awe-inspiring Pyramid of the Sun.
Nominated for 15 awards and won 2.
More details for Teotihuacan: City of Gods- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Reykholt
More details for ReykholtReykholt sees players stepping into the shoes of farmers in the unlikely agricultural hub of Iceland, leveraging the island's geothermal energy to grow a variety of unexpected crops. In this competitive farming game, players race against time and each other to cultivate fruits and vegetables, aiming to attract the growing number of tourists seeking to experience these agricultural oddities. The game emphasizes strategic planning and timing, as players must navigate a brief tourist season and the actions of their competitors to emerge as the most successful farmer in Reykholt.
- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
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13 Clues
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for 13 Clues- 2 - 6 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Lords of Hellas
Lords of Hellas - Conquer the Dark Ages of Greece
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Lords of Hellas- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Orbis
- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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- 1 - 5 Players
- 30 - 180 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Roll for Adventure
- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Altiplano
Altiplano, a bag-building game set in the Andes' highlands, invites players into a world of strategic resource management and production. Reminiscent of Orléans, it challenges players to optimize their resource gathering and utilization in a competitive environment where efficient production can lead to victory.
Nominated for 5 awards.
More details for Altiplano- 2 - 5 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Tribes: Dawn of Humanity
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More details for Tribes: Dawn of Humanity- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Crown of Emara cleverly blends elements of card management and worker placement into a strategic board game set in a peaceful and prosperous kingdom. Players compete to become the successor of the benevolent King Thedorius by proving their ability to care for the citizens of Emara. The game challenges players to balance the demands of building homes and meeting the needs of the citizens, all while navigating their counselors around two separate roundabouts to maximize the efficiency of their actions.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Crown of Emara- 1 - 4 Players
- 45 - 75 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Newton
Newton is a strategic board game that immerses players in the era of the Scientific Revolution, a time of profound discoveries and intellectual advancements. Players step into the shoes of aspiring scientists, striving to achieve the stature of legendary figures like Galileo, Copernicus, and Newton himself. The game encapsulates the journey of knowledge, exploration, and scientific achievement.
Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.
More details for Newton- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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The Rise of Queensdale
- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Penny Papers Adventures: The Valley of Wiraqocha
- 1 - 99 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 9+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Calimala- 3 - 5 Players
- 75 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Fuji
- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Lowlands
Lowlands is a captivating board game that seamlessly blends strategic farming with cooperative dike-building to protect against floods. Players are thrust into a challenging environment where the balance between individual prosperity and community welfare is key. Here's a closer look at its gameplay, strategy, and thematic integration.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Lowlands- 2 - 4 Players
- 50 - 100 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Civilization: A New Dawn
Sid Meier's Civilization: A New Dawn is a compelling strategy board game that allows players to immerse themselves in the roles of rulers of history's most iconic empires. The game challenges two to four players to expand their territories, advance technologies, and construct remarkable wonders. The objective is to strategically shape the world according to their vision and rise to become the preeminent global power.
Nominated for 3 awards.
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More details for Civilization: A New Dawn- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Funny Friends
Funny Friends dives into the humorous and often unpredictable journey of life, presenting players with choices that shape their characters from adolescence into adulthood. Each decision impacts their paths in whimsically realistic ways, reflecting the ups and downs of growing up.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Funny Friends- 2 - 6 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 16+ years old
- Easy to learn
Blackout: Hong Kong
Blackout: Hong Kong is a strategy board game set against the backdrop of an unexpected and widespread blackout in Hong Kong. Designed by Alexander Pfister, this game challenges players to navigate the chaos and disorder that ensues from the sudden loss of electrical power, competing to restore order and establish their influence in the city's post-blackout era.
Nominated for 4 awards.
More details for Blackout: Hong Kong- 1 - 4 Players
- 75 - 150 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Castell
- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Lift Off
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More details for Lift Off- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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- 2 - 4 Players
- 75 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
Dice Settlers
Dice Settlers is a strategic board game that combines elements of dice rolling, pool building, and area control to create a dynamic gameplay experience set in a new world reminiscent of the American frontier. Players will embark on an adventure where they establish their settlements, manage resources, and vie for territorial dominance, all through the actions dictated by their dice rolls.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Dice Settlers- 1 - 4 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Cupcake Empire
- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Sword & Sorcery
More details for Sword & SorcerySword & Sorcery is an epic fantasy cooperative board game that blends rich storytelling with tactical combat. Designed for 1-5 players, this game sets you on a heroic quest against evil forces, driven by a game system that controls the adversaries.
- 1 - 5 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Forbidden Sky
Forbidden Sky elevates the cooperative board game experience to new, thrilling heights. As part of the esteemed Forbidden... series, players join forces to brave the dangers of a floating platform, ensconced within the tumult of a fierce storm. The objective is clear yet daunting: forge a circuit of cables to ignite a clandestine rocket, racing against the twin threats of lightning strikes and the perilous wind that seeks to cast players into the abyss.
Nominated for 3 awards and won 2.
More details for Forbidden Sky- 2 - 5 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Forum Trajanum
Forum Trajanum immerses players in the grandeur of Ancient Rome, where they take on the roles of governors overseeing the development of prestigious Colonias. Emperor Trajan has embarked on an ambitious project to erect the Forum Trajanum, a monument meant to symbolize the zenith of Roman architectural prowess and the Emperor's magnificence. This strategic board game combines elements of city building, resource management, and strategic planning, as players contribute to the construction of this monumental forum while also ensuring the prosperity of their own Colonia.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Forum Trajanum- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Adventure Island
- 2 - 5 Players
- 45 - 90 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Tudor
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More details for Tudor- 2 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Nominated for 1 award and won 1.
More details for Tsukuyumi: Full Moon Down- 3 - 5 Players
- 90 - 180 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
Robin Hood and the Merry Men
- 1 - 5 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Hard to learn
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