The best games from Arcane Wonders 🇺🇸🏢 2026

Immerse yourself in the world of Onitama, a dynamic two-player abstract game offering perfect information and a randomized starting setup on a 5x5 board. Both participants begin the game with five pawns each, strategically placing the main pawn at the board's center.

Air, Land, & Sea is a strategic two-player game where you take on the role of a Supreme Commander, deploying military forces across three theaters of war: Air, Land, and Sea. The game is a delicate balance of power and cunning, requiring players to outmaneuver their opponent to control the majority of the theaters or compel them to withdraw.

Sheriff of Nottingham is an engaging board game of bluffing, bribery, and negotiation set in the medieval town of Nottingham.

Players take on the role of great rulers from the past to build their own ancient city. Each round, players invest gold to construct tiles that enhance their city’s economy. There are five building types that yield resources, helping the city grow, while monuments and wonder tiles provide victory points but require all your gold. Once a player reaches the maximum population, they are declared the winner of the game.

The most anticipated moment of any heist is when it’s time to divide the loot. Players take on the roles of criminal creatures who participate in heists and compete for the treasure. The chosen boss can distribute the spoils as they wish, but the crew has the final say and can replace the boss if they disagree. Ultimately, the creature with the most valuable collection of loot wins!

Speechless is an exciting party game for 3 to 8 players where participants desperately express words without speaking. One player takes on the role of the "host" and has 90 seconds to present 6 words for others to guess, writing their guesses down on a dry-erase board. Points are awarded for correct guesses, with bonus scoring for matching incorrect guesses from other players.

Smartphone Inc. is an economic simulation Eurogame that takes players back to the early days of the smartphone revolution. As the CEO of a budding smartphone company, your goal is to outmaneuver competitors and dominate the global market. The game challenges players with strategic decisions in pricing, production, technology research, and global expansion over the course of five rounds.

The raid is over, and the victorious Vikings gather in the chief's tent to divide the spoils of war. Treasures like sparkling gems, shining swords, fine armor, and magical artifacts are piled high on a massive oak table. Once strong allies, the Vikings are now consumed by greed, leading to heated debates and arguments over who gets what loot. Spoils of War is a fast-paced bidding and bluffing game for 3-5 players, where turning the tide of fortune is key, and the winners collect fantastic treasures for their collection.

Dice Manor is a dice game where you build and market the most magnificent manor over four rounds.

Players assume the role of fearsome rogues with countless dark conquests behind them. A formidable enemy looms: Archerex, the Lord of Dragons, guarding unimaginable treasure. As players fight to defeat the dragon and gather as many riches as possible, they must also consider the loyalty of their allies, as betrayal may lead to their downfall. The game features various victory conditions and encourages constant interaction among players as they scheme to become the most dreaded rogue.

RWBY: Combat Ready is an exciting cooperative game for 2-4 players, with adapted rules for 5 players. It captures the thrill of the animated web series RWBY with fast-paced battles that engage all players simultaneously. Players assume the roles of one of the four main heroines: Ruby, Weiss, Blake, or Yang, each with unique abilities and tactics. Before each game, players select a scenario that involves fighting against a specific villain, ensuring that no two battles are ever the same.

Players compete as two wizards in Mage Wars Academy, aiming for victory in a faster and more portable experience compared to its predecessor. The game includes a starter set with two wizards and two spellbooks, featuring a new "boardless" design. It's compatible with cards from Mage Wars Arena, and multiple core sets can be combined for games with three or four players.