All games from the Top100 "Hunter & Cron Award 2021" list 🇩🇪 2024
We have clearly listed and compared all 101 winner games from the audience award "Hunter & Cron🇩🇪 2021". Usually there are only 100 games - but Twilight Imperium was ranked 101 and Hunter & Cron, however, decided it was too important not to be mentioned.
Top10 Winners Hunter & Cron Award 2021
- Wingspan
- Pictures
- Brass: Birmingham
- The Quacks of Quedlinburg
- Terraforming Mars
- Cartographers
- Barrage
- Gloomhaven
- Fantasy Realms
- Scythe
- Aeon's End
- The 7th Continent
- Nemesis
- Tiny Epic Dinosaurs
- Pendulum
- Glen More II: Chronicles
- Faiyum
- 7 Wonders Duel
- Arkham Horror: The Card Game
- Spirit Island
- The Taverns of Tiefenthal
- PARKS
- Exit: The Game Series
- On Mars
- Pandemic Legacy: Season 1
- ESCAPE Dysturbia: Gefahr in den Docks
- Divvy Dice
- Hidden Games: Der Fall Klein-Borstelheim
- Everdell
- Troyes Dice
- Unmatched series
- Terra Mystica
- Great Western Trail
- Gaia Project
- Azul: Summer Pavilion
- T.I.M.E Stories
- Eclipse
- Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle
- Unlock! series
- Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game
- Viticulture Essential Edition
- It's a Wonderful World
- A Feast for Odin
- Trismegistus: The Ultimate Formula
- Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island
- Underwater Cities
- Star Wars: Rebellion
- Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
- Rajas of the Ganges
- The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-Earth
- New York Zoo
- Root
- Just One
- Roll Player
- Legends of Andor
- Brass: Lancashire
- Blood Rage
- That's Pretty Clever!
- The Game: Quick & Easy
- Dune
- Mage Knight Board Game
- Teotihuacan: City of Gods
- Dominion
- Fields of Arle
- Dinosaur Island
- Draftosaurus
- Codenames
- Space Base
- TIME Stories Revolution: The Hadal Project
- Western Legends
- Sagani
- Splendor Marvel
- Pax Pamir
- KOSMOS "Adventure Games" series
- Pandemic Legacy: Season 2
- King of Tokyo
- Istanbul
- Azul
- Paladins of the West Kingdom
- Catan
- Trekking the World
- Lewis & Clark: The Expedition
- KeyForge: Call of the Archons
- Dwellings of Eldervale
- Chronicles of Crime
- Kitchen Rush
- Yin Yang
- Rush M.D.
- Iwari
- King of Tokyo: Dark Edition
- Conspiracy: Abyss Universe
- The Few and Cursed
- Dominant Species
- Skull King
- Tiny Towns
- Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North
- Galaxy Trucker
- King of 12
- Clank!: A Deck-Building Adventure
- Oceans
- Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition
Awarded in 4 YouTube videos of 25 places each
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 Patreon Supporters of the channel. For the year of 2020 (Hunter & Cron Award 2021), this were 461 eligible voters on the cutoff date of Jan. 31, 2021.
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 their previous board game year - so the 2021 award is for 2020. The thing to consider is not the category or release date of the game, but whether the games were important to the community that year. Then the overall winner will be 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.
More info can be found on the official website of the "Hunter & Cron Awards".
List with all the games that ended up in the Top100 of the Hunter & Cron Award🇩🇪 2021
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
🔥 Deal: 11% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for Just One- 3 - 7 Players
- 20 - 60 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
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Codenames
Codenames is a captivating and popular party game that involves clever wordplay and deduction. Two teams compete, each led by a spymaster who knows the secret identities of 25 agents, represented by cards bearing single-word codenames like "disease," "Germany," or even "carrot." The objective is for each team to be the first to correctly identify all their agents based on clues given by their spymaster, while avoiding the dangerous assassin.
Nominated for 27 awards and won 15.
⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 2016
More details for Codenames- 2 - 8 Players
- 15 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Immediately playable
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
More details for Azul- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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7 Wonders Duel
7 Wonders Duel takes the essence of the classic 7 Wonders and refines it for an intense two-player experience. It retains the thematic elements of building a civilization through acquiring various types of cards, but it introduces unique mechanics suited for a duel.
Nominated for 16 awards and won 9.
More details for 7 Wonders Duel- 2 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for 7 Wonders Duel
Pandemic Legacy: Season 1
Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 offers an extraordinary gaming experience as a cooperative campaign game, immersing players in an overarching story-arc that unfolds over 12-24 gripping sessions. The duration depends on your group's performance and the fate of the world. Here's an overview of this thrilling journey:
Nominated for 21 awards and won 12.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2016
More details for Pandemic Legacy: Season 1- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Pandemic Legacy: Season 1
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
King of Tokyo: Dark Edition
More details for King of Tokyo: Dark EditionKing of Tokyo: Dark Edition is a limited collector's edition of the popular game King of Tokyo. Set in an alternative, darker version of Tokyo, this edition brings a new level of intensity to the battle for control of the city.
- 2 - 6 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Pictures
- 3 - 5 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Pictures
Cartographers
Cartographers: A Roll Player Tale transports players to a realm where they take on the roles of mapmakers, tasked by Queen Gimnax to chart the northern territories for the Kingdom of Nalos. This game combines elements of strategy and creativity, challenging players to create the most efficient and aesthetically pleasing maps.
Nominated for 10 awards.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2020
More details for Cartographers- 1 - 100 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Wingspan
Wingspan is a captivating, competitive board game from Stonemaier Games, masterfully designed by Elizabeth Hargrave. It's a medium-weight, card-driven, engine-building game that stands out with its unique theme and stunning artwork, featuring over 170 bird illustrations by artists Beth Sobel, Natalia Rojas, and Ana Maria Martinez.
Nominated for 26 awards and won 16.
⭐️ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019
More details for Wingspan- 1 - 5 Players
- 40 - 70 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Video reviews for Wingspan
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
🔥 Deal: 12% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for That's Pretty Clever!- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
🔥 Great price!Check for best price now at*Skull King
More details for Skull KingSkull King is an exciting and competitive trick-taking game that adds unique twists to the traditional format found in games like Oh Hell!, Wizard, Euchre, and Spades.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Skull King
Draftosaurus
Draftosaurus is a charming and quick drafting game where players aim to build the most attractive dinosaur park. The game stands out for its use of dino meeples and unique placement restrictions, making it an engaging experience for all ages.
Nominated for 9 awards and won 2.
More details for Draftosaurus- 2 - 5 Players
- 15 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Draftosaurus
Unmatched: Battle of Legends, Volume One
Unmatched: Battle of Legends, Volume One is a highly asymmetrical miniature fighting game that brings together a roster of legendary figures, each represented by a unique deck that reflects their individual style and mythology. The game combines tactical movement with a no-luck combat resolution system, offering a distinct play experience that emphasizes skill and adaptability.
Nominated for 5 awards.
More details for Unmatched: Battle of Legends, Volume One- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 - 40 Minutes
- 9+ years old
- Easy to learn
Fantasy Realms
Fantasy Realms immerses players in the role of rulers striving to build the most powerful realm. This card game is all about strategic combinations and choices, with every decision shaping the strength and nature of your realm.
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2021
More details for Fantasy Realms- 2 - 7 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*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
King of Tokyo
King of Tokyo is a game where players take on the roles of mutant monsters, robots, and aliens, all competing to become the sole King of Tokyo.
Nominated for 19 awards and won 7.
More details for King of Tokyo- 2 - 6 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
PARKS
PARKS is a visually stunning board game that celebrates the beauty and splendor of U.S. National Parks. With artwork from Fifty-Nine Parks, this game offers players a unique blend of strategy and adventure as they embark on a journey through nature.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 2.
More details for PARKS- 1 - 5 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Azul: Summer Pavilion
Azul: Summer Pavilion takes players back to Portugal to embark on an artistic challenge of crafting a summer pavilion, a task assigned by King Manuel I. As master artisans, players must use their skills to construct the pavilion using the finest materials while efficiently managing their resources.
Nominated for 7 awards and won 3.
More details for Azul: Summer Pavilion- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Video reviews for Azul: Summer Pavilion
Splendor: Marvel
More details for Splendor: MarvelSplendor: Marvel transforms the classic Splendor game with a Marvel Universe twist. Players race to stop Thanos by assembling a team of heroes and villains, using Infinity Stones to recruit characters and earn Infinity Points.
- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*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
Space Base
Space Base is a dynamic and fast-paced dice game that blends strategy and luck, where players take on the roles of Commodores commanding a fleet of ships.
Nominated for 4 awards.
More details for Space Base- 2 - 5 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Space Base
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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It's a Wonderful World
It's a Wonderful World is a strategic card drafting and engine-building game, where players take on the role of leaders of expanding empires. The game is designed for 1 to 5 players and offers a compelling blend of careful planning and resource management.
Nominated for 14 awards and won 5.
More details for It's a Wonderful World- 1 - 5 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
Dominion
In Dominion, you step into the shoes of a monarch, much like your ancestors, ruling over a small, picturesque kingdom. However, your ambitions stretch far beyond the peaceful realm you've inherited. Your goal is to expand your territory, transforming these modest lands into a vast dominion filled with diverse landscapes and resources.
Nominated for 32 awards and won 17.
⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 2009
More details for Dominion- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Easy to learn
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Viticulture Essential Edition
More details for Viticulture Essential EditionStep into the charming, rustic world of Viticulture Essential Edition, where players assume the roles of individuals in picturesque, pre-modern Tuscany. Inherit meager vineyards, a handful of plots, an aged crushpad, a quaint cellar, and three diligent workers. With dreams of making their wineries renowned successes, players embark on an unforgettable journey.
- 1 - 6 Players
- 45 - 90 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Medium difficulty
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-Earth
The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-Earth invites players to immerse themselves in the rich and legendary world created by J.R.R. Tolkien. This fully cooperative, app-supported board game is designed for one to five players, offering a unique blend of adventure, strategy, and storytelling set in the iconic landscapes of Middle-Earth.
Nominated for 4 awards.
More details for The Lord of the Rings: Journeys in Middle-Earth- 1 - 5 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle is a cooperative deck-building game set in the beloved world of Harry Potter. Players join forces as Hogwarts students to protect the castle from dark forces.
Nominated for 8 awards and won 1.
More details for Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 11+ years old
- Easy to learn
Blood Rage
In the midst of Ragnarök, the cataclysmic end of the world, seize your opportunity for glory in Blood Rage. Each player commands a Viking clan, complete with fearless warriors, a formidable leader, and a mighty ship. As the world crumbles, it's the Vikings' last chance to seek Valhalla, to be forever remembered at Odin's side. In this epic battle, there are myriad paths to honor, from plundering the land and crushing opponents to fulfilling quests, enhancing your clan's strength, or embracing a glorious demise.
Nominated for 14 awards and won 2.
More details for Blood Rage- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Aeon's End
In the concealed underground city of Gravehold, survivors of a distant invasion find solace. Here, amidst the remnants of a desperate society, they unearth a revelation: the energy emanating from breaches, the very conduits exploited by hostile beings, can be harnessed. Various gems allow them to transmute malevolent energies into beneficial spells and weapons, becoming the last bastion of defense—the breach mages.
Nominated for 6 awards.
More details for Aeon's End- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Aeon's End
Tiny Towns
Tiny Towns is a charming and strategic board game where players take on the role of mayors building their own tiny towns in a forest. The game challenges players to manage resources wisely and plan their towns carefully to maximize prosperity.
Nominated for 9 awards and won 2.
More details for Tiny Towns- 1 - 6 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
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
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
Conspiracy: Abyss Universe
Conspiracy: Abyss Universe is an intriguing card game that delves into the rich and vibrant world of Abyss. Players find themselves crafting a strategic reverse pyramid from a deck composed of cards across five colors, ranging in value from 0 to 6. The game's core revolves around drafting cards, with a clever twist on traditional mechanics. Each turn presents the opportunity to draw cards from the deck, select one to add to your pyramid, and strategically position the rest, fostering a dynamic play environment that challenges players to think ahead and adapt their strategies on the fly.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Conspiracy: Abyss Universe- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Galaxy Trucker
Galaxy Trucker is a fast-paced, tile-laying board game that combines space adventure with ship construction and navigation challenges.
Nominated for 8 awards and won 1.
More details for Galaxy Trucker- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Istanbul
Istanbul is a strategic board game set in the bustling environment of Istanbul's grand bazaar, where players compete as merchants trying to outmaneuver their rivals to collect precious rubies.
Nominated for 11 awards and won 3.
⭐️ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2014
More details for Istanbul- 2 - 5 Players
- 40 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Istanbul
The Game: Quick & Easy
- 2 - 5 Players
- 8 - 10 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for The Game: Quick & Easy
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
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
Video reviews for Gloomhaven
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
Star Wars: Rebellion
Star Wars: Rebellion is a grand strategy board game set in the Star Wars universe, offering an epic conflict between the Galactic Empire and Rebel Alliance for two to four players.
Nominated for 15 awards and won 4.
More details for Star Wars: Rebellion- 2 - 4 Players
- 180 - 240 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
Video reviews for Star Wars: Rebellion
New York Zoo
More details for New York ZooNew York Zoo invites players into a world where they can unleash their creativity while managing a unique animal park. Designed by the acclaimed Uwe Rosenberg, this game combines the joy of puzzling with the challenges of animal breeding. As a player, you'll embark on a journey to construct captivating animal enclosures, introduce diverse animal species, and nurture their offspring. Your choices are simple: strategically fit new enclosure tiles into your zoo or acquire new animals to enrich your exhibits. Timing is key, as you aim to maximize animal breedings and create a thriving and harmonious zoo.
- 1 - 5 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Video reviews for Scythe
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
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Video reviews for Pandemic Legacy: Season 2
The Taverns of Tiefenthal
The Taverns of Tiefenthal is a strategic and immersive board game that transports players to a bustling village tavern, where they must attract guests and manage resources to become the most successful establishment in Tiefenthal.
Nominated for 11 awards and won 4.
More details for The Taverns of Tiefenthal- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
👍 Good price!Check for best price now at*Video reviews for The Taverns of Tiefenthal
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*Dwellings of Eldervale
Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.
More details for Dwellings of Eldervale- 1 - 5 Players
- 60 - 150 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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
Adventure Games: The Dungeon
🔥 Deal: 12% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for Adventure Games: The Dungeon- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
🔥 Great price!Check for best price now at*Glen More II: Chronicles
Glen More II: Chronicles is a sequel to the original Glen More game, offering a richly expanded gameplay experience. It transports players into the roles of leaders of Scottish clans from the early medieval ages to the 19th century.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Glen More II: Chronicles- 2 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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
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
Trekking the World
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Trekking the World- 2 - 5 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Arkham Horror: The Card Game
Arkham Horror: The Card Game is a Lovecraftian horror card game that blends role-playing and card game elements. Set in the eerie town of Arkham, players face mysterious, monstrous, and maddening challenges.
Nominated for 13 awards and won 4.
More details for Arkham Horror: The Card Game- 1 - 2 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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CATAN
CATAN, formerly known as The Settlers of Catan, is a highly acclaimed and award-winning strategy board game where players aim to become the dominant force on the island of Catan. The game is renowned for its appeal to both experienced gamers and newcomers to the board game hobby.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 8.
⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 1995
More details for CATAN- 3 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Great Western Trail
Great Western Trail is a strategic board game set in 19th-century America, where players take on the roles of ranchers herding cattle from Texas to Kansas City.
Nominated for 20 awards and won 7.
More details for Great Western Trail- 2 - 4 Players
- 75 - 150 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Kitchen Rush
Kitchen Rush immerses players in the bustling atmosphere of a newly inherited restaurant aiming for success. This innovative, real-time, cooperative board game captures the essence of kitchen management through a unique worker placement mechanism that uses hourglasses as workers.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Kitchen Rush- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Sagani
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More details for Sagani- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is a deeply immersive and richly themed cooperative board game that combines elements of adventure, exploration, and strategic character development. It is set in a unique world blending Arthurian legends and Celtic mythology.
Nominated for 14 awards.
More details for Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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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
King of 12
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for King of 12- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 - 40 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
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
Brass: Lancashire
Brass: Lancashire is a compelling economic strategy game set during the industrial revolution in Lancashire. The game chronicles the story of competing cotton entrepreneurs and requires players to develop, build, and expand their industries and networks to capitalize on the growing demand for iron, coal, and cotton.
Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.
More details for Brass: Lancashire- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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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 15 awards and won 2.
More details for Spirit Island- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Hard to learn
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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.
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More details for A Feast for Odin- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
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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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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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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
Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North
Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North is a fresh, standalone card game set in the vibrant Imperial Settlers universe. This game takes you to the distant, chilly realms of the north, where you can lead one of three distinct factions: the industrious Scotsmen, the resourceful Inuits, or the seafaring Vikings. Your goal? To guide your chosen faction to become the most prosperous empire in these harsh, yet bountiful lands.
Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.
More details for Imperial Settlers: Empires of the North- 1 - 4 Players
- 45 - 90 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
KeyForge: Call of the Archons
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
Video reviews for KeyForge: Call of the Archons
Oceans
Oceans is a stand-alone game in the acclaimed Evolution game series, developed over three years and representing the most ambitious project by North Star Games. This game delves into the rich and mysterious world of the ocean's ecosystem, combining scientific accuracy with imaginative gameplay. With its stunning artwork, a multitude of scenarios, and a vast array of unique trait cards, Oceans offers a deep and engaging experience in underwater evolution and survival.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.
More details for Oceans- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Rush M.D.
- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
Paladins of the West Kingdom
Paladins of the West Kingdom is a compelling strategy board game that transports players to the tumultuous era of West Francia around 900 AD. The game beautifully blends historical themes with deep strategic gameplay.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.
More details for Paladins of the West Kingdom- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
Video reviews for Paladins of the West Kingdom
Tiny Epic Dinosaurs
More details for Tiny Epic DinosaursIn Tiny Epic Dinosaurs, you're thrust into a world where dinosaurs and humans coexist, thanks to modern science. This opens up an exciting, albeit risky, opportunity for dino ranching. As a rancher, you're competing to build the most prosperous dinosaur farm. It's a blend of strategy, resource management, and a bit of danger, as you'd expect when dealing with dinosaurs. Designed for 1-4 players, this game promises around 45 minutes of engaging play per session, perfect for a quick yet immersive experience.
- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Terra Mystica
Welcome to the diverse and captivating land of Terra Mystica, where 14 distinct peoples inhabit seven unique landscapes. In this strategic board game, each group is intrinsically tied to its own home environment, and to expand and flourish, they must transform neighboring terrains into their native habitats, all while competing against rival factions.
Nominated for 17 awards and won 13.
More details for Terra Mystica- 2 - 5 Players
- 60 - 150 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Troyes Dice
- 1 - 10 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Legends of Andor
Legends of Andor is a cooperative adventure board game that immerses two to four players in the role of heroes defending a fantasy realm. Designed with a strong narrative focus, the game challenges players to balance strategic decision-making with immersive storytelling.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 7.
⭐️ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2013
More details for Legends of Andor- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Eclipse: New Dawn for the Galaxy
Eclipse: New Dawn for the Galaxy is a grand strategy board game set in a vast, peaceful galaxy that's on the brink of a major interstellar conflict. Players take control of one of the major spacefaring civilizations, navigating through a tense period of growing discord and shifting alliances after a long-lasting peace enforced by the Galactic Council. The game challenges players to expand their civilization's influence through exploration, technological advancement, and warfare, while carefully balancing their strategies against the actions of rival civilizations.
Nominated for 17 awards and won 7.
More details for Eclipse: New Dawn for the Galaxy- 2 - 6 Players
- 60 - 180 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Fields of Arle is a strategic farming simulation board game designed by Uwe Rosenberg. Set in the small East Frisian town of Arle, it allows one to two players to experience the life of farmers during a period of prosperity, focusing on the cultivation of flax and other agricultural ventures.
Nominated for 6 awards.
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More details for Fields of Arle- 1 - 2 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Gaia Project
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
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Barrage is a strategic resource management board game set in the 1930s, during a time when the industrial revolution has pushed the use of fossil fuels to its limits. The game revolves around the theme of hydroelectric energy generation, where players compete to build and manage efficient hydroelectric dam systems.
Nominated for 14 awards and won 7.
More details for Barrage- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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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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Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition
Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition is an expansive and immersive board game that blends elements of role-playing games (RPGs), deck-building, and traditional board games. This edition is a comprehensive package that includes the base game of Mage Knight along with several expansions, offering an enriched and complete experience for players as they delve into the Mage Knight universe.
Nominated for 1 award and won 1.
More details for Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition- 1 - 5 Players
- 150 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Very hard to learn
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- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Lewis & Clark: The Expedition
Lewis & Clark: The Expedition immerses players in the historical journey of the famous explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark as they traverse the North American continent. The objective is to be the first to reach the Pacific Ocean, navigating through a variety of challenges and strategic decisions.
Nominated for 10 awards.
More details for Lewis & Clark: The Expedition- 1 - 5 Players
- 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island
Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island is a survival-themed board game where players, as shipwreck survivors, navigate the challenges of a deserted island. The game is a creation of Ignacy Trzewiczek, known for Stronghold.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 3.
More details for Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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Faiyum
Nominated for 3 awards.
More details for Faiyum- 1 - 5 Players
- 110 - 140 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Dominant Species
Dominant Species takes you back to 90,000 B.C., a time when the world faced an impending ice age. In this strategic board game, players immerse themselves in an epic struggle for dominance among various animal species. The game unfolds in the shadows of environmental changes, offering a challenging and immersive experience where adaptation is key.
Nominated for 8 awards and won 3.
More details for Dominant Species- 2 - 6 Players
- 120 - 240 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
Dune
Dune is a captivating board game that plunges players into the intricate and politically charged universe of Frank Herbert's iconic science fiction novel. This game is a blend of strategy, resource management, and negotiation, set on the harsh desert planet of Arrakis, also known as Dune.
Nominated for 4 awards and won 3.
More details for Dune- 2 - 6 Players
- 120 - 180 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
TIME Stories Revolution: The Hadal Project
- 1 - 4 Players
- 180 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
On Mars
On Mars is a complex and strategic board game that simulates the challenge of establishing and expanding a colony on Mars. Designed by Vital Lacerda, this game is known for its depth and intricate mechanics, appealing to players who enjoy a detailed and immersive strategic experience.
Nominated for 13 awards and won 2.
More details for On Mars- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 - 150 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Very hard to learn
Yin Yang
- 1 - 4 Players
- 45 - 75 Minutes
- 15+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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- 1 - 8 Players
- 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
Pendulum
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Pendulum- 1 - 5 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Trismegistus: The Ultimate Formula immerses players in the mystical world of alchemy, where they strive to emulate the legendary Hermes Trismegistus. Over the span of three rounds and through the strategic drafting of alchemical dice, players engage in the ancient art, transmuting base metals into gold, conducting experiments, and forging powerful artifacts to advance in mastery and achieve greatness.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Trismegistus: The Ultimate Formula- 1 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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