The best games presented at the Spiel 2019 game fair in Essen, Germany 2024
Are you looking for a good new game? We have compared all the games presented at the game fair "Spiel 2019" in Essen and listed the top100.
Game fair in the German city of Essen
The International Spieltage SPIEL, often called the Essen Game Fair or Essen 2019 after the city where it is held, is an annual four-day board game fair that is also open to the public. The Spiel19 game fair was held in 2019 from October 24 to 27 (Thursday to the following Sunday) on the grounds of Messe Essen in Essen, Germany. Many new games are released at the fair every year, especially (but not exclusively) European-style board games.
SPIEL'19 - the biggest game fair in the world
The first time the fair was held was in 1983 at the Volkshochschule Essen. With 1,200 exhibitors from 53 nations, nearly 1,500 new launches and 209,000 visitors, Spiel'19 was once again the world's largest trade fair for board games in 2019.
Buy board games on site, even from small publishers.
At SPIEL, board games are offered that are hard to find in retail stores - many international and small exhibitors present their products at Spiel'19. While the prices for buying the games at the fair are usually not much lower than in retail stores, the games are usually available earlier than in regular board game stores, come with promotional materials (usually extra cards or game pieces with a few more game mechanics, but also T-shirts and similar goodies), and it's an opportunity for passionate board gamers to meet and chat with game designers, illustrators, and famous game critics.
More info about game fair "Spiel" is available at official game website.
Did we forget a game that was featured at Spiel'19?
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Spiel-Messe Essen from other years
The Essen Game Fair has been held since 1983, we have listed for you both across all game years and listed separately by year at the bottom of the page.
If you are looking for the best new games in general, we have another list for you: The Best New Games 2024.
List with the top100 new releases of Spiel'19:
Codenames: Duet
Embark on a collaborative journey of espionage in Codenames Duet, where the familiar elements of Codenames persist โ providing one-word clues to unveil your agents among those on the table. This time, however, you and your teammate work together to uncover all your agents, adding a thrilling cooperative dimension to the challenge. The mystery of not knowing your agents from the outset adds an intriguing layer to the mission, raising questions that even Congressional investigators might ponder later!
Nominated for 9 awards and won 4.
More details for Codenames: Duet- 2 Players
- 15 - 30 Minutes
- 11+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Codenames: Duet
The Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine
The Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine is a cooperative trick-taking game that takes players on an adventurous space journey, filled with challenges and strategic gameplay.
Nominated for 26 awards and won 13.
โญ๏ธ Kennerspiel des Jahres 2020
More details for The Crew: The Quest for Planet Nine- 2 - 5 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Smart10
Nominated for 4 awards and won 3.
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More details for Smart10- 2 - 8 Players
- 20 - 120 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
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Point Salad is a dynamic and engaging card drafting game that is suitable for players of all ages. It stands out for its simplicity and the vast array of scoring strategies it offers.
Nominated for 13 awards and won 3.
More details for Point Salad- 2 - 6 Players
- 15 - 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
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Clank! Legacy: Acquisitions Incorporated
Clank! Legacy: Acquisitions Incorporated is an innovative extension of the deck-building game Clank!, incorporating legacy-style elements. Players get the opportunity to establish and grow their own franchise of Acquisitions Incorporated, leading a team of intrepid adventurers on a quest for treasure and corporate fame. The game evolves uniquely across multiple play sessions, creating a personalized adventure campaign.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Clank! Legacy: Acquisitions Incorporated- 2 - 4 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Trails of Tucana
In Trails of Tucana, players embark on an adventure to connect the mystical island's villages and landmarks through an intricate network of trails. This flip-and-write game, designed by the creators of Avenue and Doodle City, offers a unique challenge with each playthrough thanks to randomized village setups. Players draw trails on their maps, aiming to link together sights and harbors for points, while navigating the island's diverse terrains. Strategic planning and adaptability are key, as the terrain card distribution influences potential pathways and scoring opportunities.
Nominated for 4 awards and won 2.
More details for Trails of Tucana- 1 - 8 Players
- 15 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
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- 3 - 5 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Pictures
Project L
Project L is a dynamic and visually appealing board game that combines tile-matching with engine-building elements. It's designed to challenge players with its strategic depth, encapsulated within an elegant and simple design. The game features unique triple-layer 3D puzzles and attractive acrylic pieces, making it not only a test of intellect but also a delight to play.
Nominated for 4 awards and won 1.
More details for Project L- 1 - 4 Players
- 20 - 40 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Hanamikoji
Hanamikoji is a strategic card game set in the historical context of Geisha culture in Japan. The game immerses players in the role of patrons who are competing to gain the favor of seven renowned Geishas by collecting items related to their art and performances.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Hanamikoji- 2 Players
- 15 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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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.
โญ๏ธ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2020
More details for Cartographers- 1 - 100 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Cthulhu: Death May Die
Cthulhu: Death May Die is an intense, cooperative board game set in the 1920s, drawing inspiration from H.P. Lovecraft's universe. Players take on the roles of daring investigators, embarking on a perilous mission to confront and eliminate Elder Gods.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.
More details for Cthulhu: Death May Die- 1 - 5 Players
- 90 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
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
Lands of Galzyr
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Lands of Galzyr- 1 - 4 Players
- 60 - 150 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
Cahoots
Cahoots is a cooperative card game where players work together to meet a series of challenging goals. Each player must strategically contribute to four communal piles by matching either the color or the number of the cards. Communication about the contents of one's hand is not allowed, adding a layer of challenge as players must intuitively cooperate to meet the objectives.
Nominated for 1 award and won 1.
More details for Cahoots- 1 - 4 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
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The Castles of Burgundy
More details for The Castles of BurgundyThe Castles of Burgundy is a strategy board game set in the Burgundy region of High Medieval France, where players assume the roles of aristocrats controlling small princedoms. The game combines tile placement and dice rolling mechanics to offer a rich and strategic experience.
- 1 - 4 Players
- 70 - 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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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
๐ 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
Video reviews for Azul: Summer Pavilion
Undaunted: Normandy
Undaunted: Normandy is a deck-building war game that immerses players in the pivotal battles of Normandy following the D-Day landings during World War II. It offers a unique blend of strategy, historical warfare, and deck management.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 1.
More details for Undaunted: Normandy- 2 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Undaunted: Normandy
Mandala
Mandala is an intriguing two-player game that combines strategy and contemplation. Players compete to collect valuable cards by building mandalas, but the true value of these cards only becomes clear as the game progresses. It's a delicate balance of strategy and adaptation, set against the backdrop of a symbolic ritual.
Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.
More details for Mandala- 2 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Planet Unknown
Planet Unknown is a competitive and strategic game for 1-6 players set in a future where Earth's resources are depleted. Players are tasked with developing the most efficient and habitable planet among a series of newfound worlds. Using polyomino-shaped tiles, each representing vital infrastructure, players work to efficiently cover their planets and build an effective support system for life.
Nominated for 9 awards and won 3.
โญ๏ธ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2023
More details for Planet Unknown- 1 - 6 Players
- 60 - 80 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Similo
Similo is a cooperative deduction game where players work together to guess a secret character from a set of twelve displayed in the middle of the table. Each version of Similo - such as Fables, History, or Myths - comes with a deck of thirty beautifully illustrated cards by Naรฏade, featuring characters that share a common theme.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Similo- 2 - 8 Players
- 10 - 15 Minutes
- 7+ years old
- Immediately playable
Watergate
Watergate thrusts players into the historical tug-of-war between the Nixon Administration and a determined journalist from the Washington Post. This game recreates the infamous political scandal, requiring strategic card play and keen decision-making.
Nominated for 9 awards and won 4.
More details for Watergate- 2 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Watergate
Ticket to Ride: London
Ticket to Ride: London brings the classic gameplay of the Ticket to Ride series to the vibrant city of London in the 1970s. This edition offers a fast-paced, streamlined experience on a condensed map of London, allowing players to complete a game in just about 15 minutes.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Ticket to Ride: London- 2 - 4 Players
- 10 - 15 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Ticket to Ride: London
The Fox in the Forest
The Fox in the Forest is a captivating two-player trick-taking card game that brings a unique twist to a classic genre with its enchanting fairy tale theme and strategic gameplay.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.
More details for The Fox in the Forest- 2 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
KLASK 4
- 4 Players
- 10 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Sprawlopolis
Sprawlopolis is an engaging cooperative city-building game where 1-4 players join forces to transform a tiny town into a bustling metropolis. The game is known for its compact design, using only 18 cards, and a dynamic scoring system that ensures a unique experience every time you play.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Sprawlopolis- 1 - 4 Players
- 15 - 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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
CuBirds
CuBirds is a charming and strategic card game where players help disorganized birds regroup into their flocks to return home. Featuring a unique gameplay mechanism and a delightful bird theme, this game requires players to cleverly manage their hand of bird cards and make tactical decisions on gathering and scoring bird flocks.
Nominated for 3 awards and won 3.
More details for CuBirds- 2 - 5 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Unlock!: Timeless Adventures
More details for Unlock!: Timeless AdventuresUnlock! Timeless Adventures offers a trio of captivating "escape room" scenarios packed into one tabletop game. This cooperative card game draws players into immersive adventures requiring teamwork, puzzle-solving, and quick thinking, all facilitated through a blend of physical cards and a digital companion app.
- 1 - 6 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
The King's Dilemma
The King's Dilemma presents a captivating blend of narrative storytelling and strategy, set in the fictional Kingdom of Ankist. As players, you step into the roles of leaders of various noble houses, each with your own agendas and influence, making critical decisions that shape the fate of the kingdom.
Nominated for 7 awards.
โญ๏ธ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2020
More details for The King's Dilemma- 3 - 5 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Ticket to Ride Map Collection 7: Japan & Italy
- 2 - 5 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Clank! Expeditions: Temple of the Ape Lords
- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Easy to learn
Hansa Teutonica: Big Box
More details for Hansa Teutonica: Big BoxHansa Teutonica: Big Box is an expansive edition of the acclaimed strategy game "Hansa Teutonica," renowned for its deep strategic gameplay and interactive mechanics. This edition not only includes the base game but also all its expansions, offering an enriched experience of the historical Hanseatic League trading theme.
- 3 - 5 Players
- 45 - 90 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Mini-Mutabo
- 3 - 6 Players
- 25 - 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Modern Art
Engage in the captivating world of art commerce with Modern Art. As both buyer and seller, players navigate the vibrant art market, aiming to turn their transactions into lucrative endeavors. Five unique artists have contributed a plethora of paintings, and it's your task to strategically auction them for maximum profit. Each turn, players auction a painting from their hand, gaining wealth if others purchase it or incurring costs if they buy it themselves. The key lies in shrewd decision-making.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 3.
More details for Modern Art- 3 - 5 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Nova Luna
Nova Luna is an abstract tile-laying strategy game that focuses on careful planning and decision-making. Players are tasked with fulfilling objectives by placing tiles strategically, creating a unique and engaging gameplay experience.
Nominated for 4 awards.
โญ๏ธ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2020
๐ฅ Deal: 17% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for Nova Luna- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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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
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๐ฅ Deal: 7% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!
More details for Clank! Expeditions: Gold and Silk- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Champions of Midgard: Valhalla
Champions of Midgard: Valhalla enhances the base game, Champions of Midgard, by introducing new elements that celebrate the valor of warriors who fall in battle. This expansion shifts the perspective on loss in combat, transforming it into a strategic element that benefits players in their quest for glory.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Champions of Midgard: Valhalla- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Hellapagos: They're No Longer Alone
- 3 - 12 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Viva Topo!
Nominated for 4 awards and won 3.
โญ๏ธ Kinderspiel des Jahres 2003
โญ๏ธ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2003
More details for Viva Topo!- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 4+ years old
- Immediately playable
TEAM3 PINK
- 3 - 6 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Immediately playable
TEAM3 GREEN
Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.
More details for TEAM3 GREEN- 3 - 6 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Immediately playable
Awkward Guests: The Walton Case
Awkward Guests: The Walton Case, also known as Incรณmodos Invitados, is a uniquely engaging deduction board game boasting infinite replayability. The game revolves around solving the murder of Mr. Walton, with varied scenarios ensuring no two games are the same.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Awkward Guests: The Walton Case- 1 - 8 Players
- 45 - 75 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
Champions of Midgard: The Dark Mountains
More details for Champions of Midgard: The Dark MountainsChampions of Midgard: The Dark Mountains expansion brings new adventures and challenges to the acclaimed Champions of Midgard board game, transporting players to the treacherous terrain of the dark mountains. This expansion broadens the game's universe with the introduction of the Bergrisar, fearsome mountain giants, and the Archer Clans of the North, offering new dynamics and strategic options.
- 2 - 5 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Detective: City of Angels
- 1 - 5 Players
- 30 - 150 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
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
Oriflamme
Oriflamme immerses players in the cutthroat world of medieval politics. After the king's death, players, as leaders of influential families, vie for the throne using strategy and deceit.
Nominated for 4 awards and won 2.
More details for Oriflamme- 3 - 5 Players
- 15 - 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
War Chest: Nobility
- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for War Chest: Nobility
The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temples
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temples- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for The Quest for El Dorado: The Golden Temples
Palm Island
Palm Island is a uniquely portable and versatile card game that can be played in almost any setting, with no table required. It's designed to be accessible and engaging whether you are sitting, standing, or on the move. The game's innovative mechanics allow players to use just 17 cards to manage resources, upgrade buildings, and shape their island through 8 rounds of play.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Palm Island- 1 - 2 Players
- 15 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Palm Island
Assembly
- 1 - 4 Players
- 10 - 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Tuki
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Tuki- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Tuki
Ninja Academy
- 3 - 5 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
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- 2 - 5 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Calavera
- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
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Bรคrenpark: The Bad News Bears
- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Bรคrenpark: The Bad News Bears
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
Everdell: Bellfaire
More details for Everdell: BellfaireEverdell: Bellfaire is an expansion to the enchanting world of Everdell, celebrating a century of prosperity and peace with the grandest event yet, the Bellfaire. This expansion enriches the base game by introducing new elements that add depth and variety, accommodating more players and introducing new ways to compete and cooperate in building your woodland city. With Bellfaire, the game opens up to larger groups and offers players unique abilities, making the world of Everdell even more vibrant and competitive.
- 1 - 6 Players
- 40 - 120 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Zombie Dice Horde Edition
- 2 - 8 Players
- 10 - 20 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Qwixx On Board
- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Roll Player: Monsters & Minions
Roll Player: Monsters & Minions is an expansion to the game Roll Player, where players not only strive to create the ultimate fantasy characters but also prepare for a climactic battle against a terrifying beast terrorizing the kingdom. This expansion adds a new dimension to the game, combining character creation with the gathering of information and preparation for a final showdown against the monster.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Roll Player: Monsters & Minions- 1 - 5 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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Everdell: Spirecrest is a captivating expansion for the beloved board game Everdell, taking players on an adventurous journey beyond the familiar territories of Everdell Valley into the untamed and mystical lands of Spirecrest. This expansion enriches the enchanting world of Everdell with new mechanics and features that challenge players to adapt their strategies and explore the vastness of a world filled with wonders and perils.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Everdell: Spirecrest- 1 - 4 Players
- 40 - 100 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Medium difficulty
The Mind Extreme
- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for The Mind Extreme
Paris: La Citรฉ de la Lumiรจre
Paris: La Citรฉ de la Lumiรจre is a two-player board game designed by Josรฉ Antonio Abascal, beautifully illustrated by Oriol Hernรกndez. Set in the enchanting city of Paris during the 1889 "Exposition Universelle," the game captures the era when electricity began illuminating the city, leading to its nickname "La Citรฉ de la Lumiรจre" or the City of Light.
Nominated for 3 awards.
More details for Paris: La Citรฉ de la Lumiรจre- 2 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Soviet Kitchen Unleashed
- 1 - 6 Players
- 25 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Immediately playable
Wonderland's War
Wonderland's War is an imaginative and strategic board game set in a war-torn Wonderland. Players take on the roles of iconic characters like Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the Red Queen, each leading their faction to vie for control in a beautifully chaotic Wonderland.
Nominated for 9 awards and won 1.
More details for Wonderland's War- 2 - 5 Players
- 45 - 125 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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
Slide Quest
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
More details for Slide Quest- 1 - 4 Players
- 15 - 45 Minutes
- 7+ years old
- Immediately playable
Letter Jam
Letter Jam is a cooperative word game for 2-6 players, focusing on teamwork to create words from visible letters. The catch? You can't see your own letter card โ it's only visible to others.
Nominated for 9 awards.
More details for Letter Jam- 2 - 6 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Letter Jam
Go Slow!
- 2 - 4 Players
- 15 - 20 Minutes
- 4+ years old
- Immediately playable
Century: A New World
Century: A New World is the captivating final chapter in the acclaimed "Century" series by Emerson Matsuuchi. This installment transports players to the rich and uncharted territories of the Americas during the 16th century, offering a unique blend of strategy, exploration, and resource management.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Century: A New World- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy
Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy is an enhanced version of the original Eclipse game, first released in 2011. It's a grand strategy game set in the depths of space, where players lead their own interstellar civilizations to explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate.
Nominated for 2 awards and won 2.
More details for Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy- 2 - 6 Players
- 60 - 200 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Hard to learn
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- 1 - 4 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Little Town
Little Town is a charming and strategic board game where players take on the roles of architects with the goal of developing their own little town over four rounds. Through careful placement of workers on the game board, players gather essential resources, construct buildings, and earn victory points. The game challenges players to make the most out of their workers each round, strategically planning to gather resources, and cleverly positioning themselves in relation to buildings for optimal gain.
Nominated for 4 awards.
More details for Little Town- 2 - 4 Players
- 30 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Babylonia
- 2 - 4 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
Clank! In! Space!: Apocalypse!
- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 - 90 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Medium difficulty
Video reviews for Clank! In! Space!: Apocalypse!
Zoo Run
- 1 - 5 Players
- 10 - 20 Minutes
- 4+ years old
- Immediately playable
Coffee Roaster
More details for Coffee RoasterCoffee Roaster is a unique solitaire pool-building game that immerses players in the art of coffee roasting. Through careful management of a variety of coffee beans, players aim to perfect the roast level of each bean type to achieve the highest quality of coffee. The game challenges players to balance the roasting process, managing not just the desired roast level but also the uniformity of the roast across all beans, while avoiding the pitfalls of smoke and burnt tokens that can spoil the batch.
- 1 Players
- 10 - 30 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Easy to learn
Obscurio
Obscurio is a captivating blend of cooperative gameplay and deception, set against the backdrop of a magical library filled with illusions and a malevolent Sorcerer. Players work together to escape, guided by the Grimoire, which provides visual clues. The twist? Among the players, a traitor seeks to sabotage the escape. As players interpret the images and navigate through traps, they must discern truth from deception, making communication and trust pivotal to their survival.
Nominated for 3 awards.
More details for Obscurio- 2 - 8 Players
- 40 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Chop! Chop!
- 2 - 5 Players
- 6+ years old
- Immediately playable
Patchwork Doodle
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for Patchwork Doodle- 1 - 6 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Patchwork Doodle
The Grimm Forest
The Grimm Forest is a strategic and imaginative board game where players enter the world of the legendary Three Little Pigs and other famous Fairy Tale characters. In this game, family members of the Three Little Pigs compete in an epic house-building competition, with various Fairy Tale characters making appearances and impacting the game in different ways.
Nominated for 1 award.
More details for The Grimm Forest- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 - 60 Minutes
- 14+ years old
- Easy to learn
What's Missing?
- 3 - 6 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 7+ years old
- Immediately playable
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
Miyabi
Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.
More details for Miyabi- 2 - 4 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Miyabi
The Crusoe Crew
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More details for The Crusoe Crew- 1 - 4 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 7+ years old
- Immediately playable
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Atlantis Rising (Second Edition)
Atlantis Rising (Second Edition) is a beautifully reimagined version of the beloved cooperative worker placement game where players unite to save the mythical island of Atlantis from inevitable doom. As leaders of Atlantis, players collaborate to gather resources, manage the workforce, and construct a cosmic gate capable of saving the Atlantean populace from the rising tides. The game challenges players with a blend of strategic planning, resource management, and a pressing urgency to complete the gate before the island succumbs to the ocean.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Atlantis Rising (Second Edition)- 1 - 7 Players
- 60 - 120 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
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
Dragonrealm
- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for Dragonrealm
Hedgehog Roll
- 1 - 4 Players
- 20 - 25 Minutes
- 4+ years old
- Immediately playable
10 Days in Europe
Nominated for 2 awards.
โญ๏ธ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2003
More details for 10 Days in Europe- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Video reviews for 10 Days in Europe
Storytailors
Nominated for 5 awards and won 2.
โญ๏ธ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2021
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More details for Storytailors- 2 - 6 Players
- 20 - 30 Minutes
- 5+ years old
- Immediately playable
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Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Bravo!- 1 - 6 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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Decktective: Bloody-Red Roses
- 1 - 6 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Immediately playable
Dale of Merchants Collection
- 2 - 4 Players
- 20 - 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Video reviews for Dale of Merchants Collection
Kingdomino Duel
Nominated for 4 awards and won 1.
More details for Kingdomino Duel- 2 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
Talisman (Revised 4th Edition): The Reaper Expansion
More details for Talisman (Revised 4th Edition): The Reaper ExpansionTalisman (Revised 4th Edition): The Reaper Expansion brings a chilling new dimension to the race for the Crown of Command in the classic adventure board game Talisman. As players venture through the land, they must now contend with the ominous presence of Death himself. This expansion introduces a host of new elements that intensify gameplay and strategy, ensuring that encounters with the Grim Reaper will keep players on the edge of their seats.
- 2 - 6 Players
- 90 Minutes
- 13+ years old
- Easy to learn
Namiji
- 2 - 5 Players
- 30 - 45 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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