The best games presented at the Spiel 2013 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 2013" in Essen and listed the top100.

Game fair in the German city of Essen

The International Game Days "SPIEL", often called Essen Game Fair or Essen 2013 after the city where it is held, is an annual four-day board game fair that is also open to the public. Many new games are released at the fair each year, especially (but not exclusively) European-style board games.

SPIEL'13 - the biggest game fair in the world

The first time the fair was held was in 1983 at the Volkshochschule Essen. In 2013, Spiel'13 was once again the world's largest trade fair for board games, with 826 exhibitors from 39 nations, 800 new launches and 156,000 game-loving visitors.

More info about game fair "Spiel" is available on the official game website.

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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.

List with the top100 new releases of Spiel'13:

This list was last updated on February 25, 2024. We compared 489 board games for this list and selected the top 100. There's also a print version for this list.
  1. Crokinole

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    Crokinole is a traditional action and dexterity game that has been enjoyed for generations. Played on a circular wooden board, it combines skill, strategy, and a touch of luck.

    More details for Crokinole
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Crokinole

    • YouTube Review for the game "Crokinole" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  2. Dixit: Origins

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    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  3. Love Letter

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    In Love Letter, you must compete with other suitors to deliver a romantic letter to Princess Annette, who has secluded herself in the palace.

    Nominated for 14 awards and won 7.

    More details for Love Letter
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Love Letter

    • YouTube Review for the game "Love Letter" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  4. Skull

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    Embark on a journey of bluffing and suspense with Skull & Roses. This game is the epitome of strategic cunning, where every move unfolds in the minds of the players. Each participant starts by placing a face-down card, gradually revealing them one by one. The thrill escalates as players confidently claim the ability to uncover cards adorned only with roses. But beware, as opponents can challenge and bid to reveal even more cards. The highest bidder must then courageously unveil the specified number, hoping for a bed of roses and not the dreaded skull. Successfully navigating this bluffing showdown requires a poker face and unwavering eye contact, with victory hinging on two successful challenges.

    Nominated for 5 awards and won 2.

    More details for Skull
    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 15 - 45 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Skull

    • YouTube Review for the game "Skull" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Skull" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  5. Las Vegas

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    Las Vegas is a lively, dice-based game that combines luck, strategy, and the joy of thwarting your opponents. Developed by Stefan Brück at alea, it's designed to be an easy and interactive game, full of schadenfreude moments.

    Nominated for 7 awards and won 2.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2012

    More details for Las Vegas
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Las Vegas

    • YouTube Review for the game "Las Vegas" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  6. Coconuts

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    Coconuts is a lively dexterity game inspired by the "Monkey King" character from Chinese mythology. In this engaging and playful game, players take turns launching coconuts towards cups positioned in the center of the play area. Successfully landing a coconut in a cup allows you to stack it on your board. Even more strategically, if you land a coconut in an opponent's cup, you can claim it and move it to your board. The game also features "Monkey King Magic" cards, which add a twist by allowing players to disrupt their opponents' shots in various ways. The first player to build a pyramid of six cups on their board is the winner.

    Nominated for 3 awards.

    More details for Coconuts
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Coconuts

    • YouTube Review for the game "Coconuts" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  7. Qwixx

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    Qwixx is a fast-paced and engaging dice game that involves all players actively, regardless of whose turn it is. It combines simple mechanics with a need for strategic decision-making, making it a fun and interactive game for all involved.

    Nominated for 9 awards and won 3.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2013

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2013

    More details for Qwixx
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  8. Time's Up! Edición Azul

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    • 4 - 12 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  9. BANG! The Dice Game

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    BANG! The Dice Game transports players to the U.S. wild west, where the classic confrontation between the law and outlaws unfolds with an added threat of Indian attacks. This dice game adaptation retains the essence of the original Bang! card game while introducing new dynamics and challenges.

    Nominated for 3 awards.

    More details for BANG! The Dice Game
    • 3 - 8 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  10. Time's Up! Academy

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    • 4 - 12 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  11. Coup: Reformation

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    Coup: Reformation is an engaging expansion to the popular game Coup: City State. This expansion from La Mame Games introduces additional cards and exciting new rules for factions and team play, enriching the original game's bluffing and strategy elements. Designed to increase tension and interaction, especially in games with four or more players, it also expands the game's capacity to accommodate up to ten players.

    More details for Coup: Reformation
    • 2 - 10 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  12. Concordia

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    Concordia is a peaceful yet strategic board game set in Roman times, focusing on economic development and expansion. It is designed for 2-5 players aged 13 and up.

    Nominated for 7 awards and won 2.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2014

    More details for Concordia
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 100 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

    Video reviews for Concordia

    • YouTube Review for the game "Concordia" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Concordia" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  13. Time's Up! Family

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    • 4 - 12 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  14. Hanabi

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    Hanabi, named after the Japanese word for "fireworks," invites players to collaboratively create the perfect fireworks display. In this cooperative game, the goal is to arrange cards on the table in the correct order to achieve a stunning pyrotechnic spectacle. However, there's a catch - players must hold their cards so that they are visible only to their teammates. To succeed, you'll need to provide hints to your fellow players about the numbers and colors of their cards, working together to avoid mistakes and complete the fireworks show before running out of cards.

    Nominated for 7 awards and won 3.

    ⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 2013

    More details for Hanabi
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 25 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  15. Concept

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    In Concept, the challenge is to convey words using a network of icons. A pair of players, seated as neighbors, collaborate to select a word or phrase that others must deduce. Working in tandem, they strategically place markers on the available icons on the game board.

    Nominated for 13 awards and won 3.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2014

    More details for Concept
    • 4 - 12 Players
    • 40 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  16. King of Tokyo: Halloween

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    King of Tokyo: Halloween is an exciting expansion to the popular King of Tokyo game. It brings a spooky twist to the city-smashing monster battles, perfect for Halloween or any fans of horror-themed fun.

    More details for King of Tokyo: Halloween
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    👍 Good price!17€ atAmazon.de*
  17. Takenoko

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    Takenoko is a charming board game set in the Japanese Imperial court, revolving around the care of a giant panda gifted by the Chinese Emperor. Players, as court members, are tasked with managing a bamboo garden for the panda.

    Nominated for 17 awards and won 7.

    More details for Takenoko
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Takenoko

    • YouTube Review for the game "Takenoko" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  18. Ghost Fightin' Treasure Hunters

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    Ghost Fightin' Treasure Hunters, also known as Geister, Geister, Schatzsuchmeister!, is an award-winning cooperative board game where players embark on an eerie adventure to collect treasures from a haunted house.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    ⭐️ Kinderspiel des Jahres 2014

    More details for Ghost Fightin' Treasure Hunters
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Ghost Fightin' Treasure Hunters

    • YouTube Review for the game "Ghost Fightin' Treasure Hunters" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  19. Tokaido: Crossroads

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    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  20. Terror in Meeple City

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    In Terror in Meeple City (formerly known as Rampage), players step into the roles of colossal monsters, hungry for destruction and chaos in the heart of Meeple City. The objective is simple: create mayhem by demolishing buildings and devouring innocent meeples, all in a race to become the most fearsome monster of them all.

    Nominated for 7 awards and won 1.

    More details for Terror in Meeple City
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  21. Zombie Dice 2: Double Feature

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    • 2 - 99 Players
    • 10 - 20 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  22. Dominion: Guilds

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    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Dominion: Guilds
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  23. Northern Pacific

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    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  24. Ghost Blitz: 5 to 12

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    • 2 - 8 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    👍 Good price!16€ atAmazon.de*
  25. Machi Koro

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    Machi Koro is a light and fast-paced city-building board game, where players take on the role of mayor of a small town, striving to develop it into a thriving city.

    Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2015

    More details for Machi Koro
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    👍 Good price!11€ atAmazon.de*

    Video reviews for Machi Koro

    • YouTube Review for the game "Machi Koro" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  26. Blueprints

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    Blueprints is a creative and strategic board game where players take on the role of architects. The objective is to skillfully use colored dice to construct three distinct structures from blueprints. Each die color offers different benefits, adding a layer of strategy to the building process.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Blueprints
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Blueprints

    • YouTube Review for the game "Blueprints" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  27. Hive: The Pillbug

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    • 2 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 9+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  28. Ticket to Ride Map Collection 4: Nederland

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    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    👍 Good price!28€ atAmazon.de*
  29. Battle Sheep

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    Battle Sheep, formerly known as Splits, is a light-hearted yet strategic board game where players aim to spread their flock of sheep across the pasture to occupy the most territory. The game is known for its simple rules, quick gameplay, and fun theme, making it a great choice for families and casual gamers.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 2.

    More details for Battle Sheep
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  30. Suburbia Inc

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    Nominated for 2 awards.

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    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 90 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  31. Carcassonne: South Seas

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    Carcassonne: South Seas brings the classic tile-laying charm of the original Carcassonne to a vibrant, tropical setting. This standalone game, the first in the "Carcassonne Around the World" series, offers players the task of building island landscapes filled with inviting seas and lush islands. Instead of the traditional cities, roads, and fields, players work to gather bananas, shellfish, and fish, trading these resources for points with various traders. The familiar mechanics of placing tiles and meeples blend seamlessly with this refreshing maritime theme, offering both seasoned Carcassonne fans and newcomers a delightful new variant to explore.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Carcassonne: South Seas
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 35 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Carcassonne: South Seas

    • YouTube Review for the game "Carcassonne: South Seas" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  32. Mascarade

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    Mascarade is a bluffing and strategy card game that revolves around hidden identities and tactical actions. Players engage in a masquerade, taking on various roles to gain coins and outwit their opponents.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Mascarade
    • 2 - 13 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Mascarade

    • YouTube Review for the game "Mascarade" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  33. Dungeon Raiders

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    Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.

    More details for Dungeon Raiders
    • 3 - 5 Players
    • 20 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Dungeon Raiders

    • YouTube Review for the game "Dungeon Raiders" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  34. Mini Curling Game

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    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

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    • 2 - 8 Players
    • 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  35. Pick-a-Polar Bear

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    • 1 - 5 Players
    • 10 - 15 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    🔥 Great price!10€ atAmazon.de*
  36. CATAN

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    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
  37. Brandon the Brave

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    Nominated for 1 award.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2014

    More details for Brandon the Brave
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 5+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  38. Once Upon a Time: The Storytelling Card Game

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    Once Upon a Time: The Storytelling Card Game is a creative and interactive game where players collaboratively weave a fairy tale story. Using cards that depict common fairy tale elements, one player takes on the role of the Storyteller, steering the narrative toward their desired ending, while others interject to redirect the story and become the new Storyteller. The objective is to play all your cards and conclude with your "Happy Ever After" ending.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Once Upon a Time: The Storytelling Card Game
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  39. Quick Cups

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    Nominated for 4 awards and won 1.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2014

    🔥 Deal: 5% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!

    More details for Quick Cups
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    🔥 Great price!12€ atAmazon.de*
  40. Martian Dice

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    Martian Dice offers a light-hearted and engaging dice game where you play as Martians on a mission to abduct Earth's inhabitants. The goal is simple: collect as many Chickens, Cows, and Humans as possible while avoiding the planet's military defenses. It's a game of risk, reward, and strategy packaged in quick, fun turns perfect for family game night or as a warm-up for a longer gaming session.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Martian Dice
    • 2 - 99 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  41. Luchador! Mexican Wrestling Dice

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  42. Sandwich

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    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Sandwich
    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  43. Coup: Rebellion G54

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    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  44. Fun Farm

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    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

    More details for Fun Farm
    • 2 - 10 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  45. Kayanak

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    Nominated for 2 awards and won 2.

    ⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 1999

    More details for Kayanak
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 4+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    👍 Good price!26€ atAmazon.de*
  46. SOS Titanic

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    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for SOS Titanic
    • 1 - 5 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  47. Nosferatu

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    • 4 - 10 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  48. Seasons: Enchanted Kingdom

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  49. Trains

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    Trains is a strategic deck-building board game that combines railway development with elements of capitalist competition. Set against the backdrop of the industrial revolution and the subsequent railway boom, players take on the roles of capitalists managing private railway companies in Japan. The game offers a fascinating blend of historical railway development and modern strategic gameplay.

    Nominated for 4 awards and won 2.

    More details for Trains
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Trains

    • YouTube Review for the game "Trains" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  50. Der Schatz von Castellina

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 5+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  51. Lost Legacy

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  52. Banjooli Xeet

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    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Banjooli Xeet
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  53. Stories!

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    • 3 - 10 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Stories!

    • YouTube Review for the game "Stories!" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  54. Modern Art Card Game

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    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    🔥 Great price!20€ atAmazon.de*
  55. Scopa

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  56. Sanssouci

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 - 45 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  57. Ka-Boom

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    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  58. Om Nom Nom

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    • 1 - 6 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  59. Coal Baron

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    "Coal Baron," also known as "Glück Auf" in German, is a strategic and immersive board game that plunges players into the world of coal mining. In this game, players become managers of their own coal mines, sending workers underground to dig tunnels and extract coal of varying quality to fulfill contracts.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    More details for Coal Baron
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 60 - 75 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

    Video reviews for Coal Baron

    • YouTube Review for the game "Coal Baron" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  60. MammuZ

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    • 3 - 7 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  61. Crazy Time

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    Nominated for 1 award.

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    • 4 - 7 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    🔥 Great price!4€ atAmazon.de*
  62. Ricochet Robots

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    Ricochet Robots offers a unique blend of puzzle and game, challenging players to find efficient solutions in a dynamic board setup. The game features a modular board representing a room filled with walls and targets, where the main objective is to maneuver color-coded robots to their corresponding targets using the least number of moves possible.

    More details for Ricochet Robots
    • 1 - 99 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    🔥 Great price!30€ atAmazon.de*
  63. Glass Road

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    Glass Road celebrates the centuries-old tradition of glass-making in the Bavarian Forest, offering a unique blend of resource management and strategy in a historical setting.

    Nominated for 3 awards.

    More details for Glass Road
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 20 - 80 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  64. Agricola: All Creatures Big and Small – Even More Buildings Big and Small

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    • 2 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  65. Steam Park

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    Steam Park is an imaginative and engaging board game where players become owners of a steam-themed amusement park. The goal is to build impressive coal-powered rides, attract a multitude of visitors, and effectively manage the park’s resources. The game stands out with its three-dimensional ride constructions and a blend of strategic planning and quick decision-making.

    Nominated for 4 awards.

    More details for Steam Park
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Steam Park

    • YouTube Review for the game "Steam Park" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  66. CV

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    CV is a dice and card game that explores the intriguing concept of life's possibilities and choices. Players get to create a narrative for their character, guiding them through various stages of life, from early adulthood to old age. The game combines elements of strategy and chance, allowing players to craft a unique life story for their character based on the decisions they make and the paths they choose.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for CV
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  67. Blood Bound

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    • 6 - 12 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  68. Cardline: Globetrotter

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    • 2 - 7 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  69. Rococo

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    Rococo immerses players in the lavish Rococo era during the reign of Louis XV, where they take on the role of managing a prestigious ball. The game blends elements of deck-building and resource management, requiring players to skilfully navigate the demands of dressmaking and event planning to gain the most prestige.

    Nominated for 3 awards.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2014

    More details for Rococo
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 60 - 120 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  70. DOG

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 9+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    👍 Good price!18€ atAmazon.de*
  71. Eat Me If You Can!

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    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  72. Going, Going, GONE!

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  73. King & Assassins

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    • 2 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for King & Assassins

    • YouTube Review for the game "King & Assassins" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  74. Dungeon Fighter: Fire at Will

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    • 1 - 6 Players
    • 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  75. Dungeon Roll

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    Dungeon Roll is a dice-based adventure game where players explore a fantasy dungeon, battling monsters, acquiring treasures, and ultimately facing the formidable dragon. Each player takes on the role of a hero with unique abilities and aims to amass the most experience points through their daring exploits.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Dungeon Roll
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 15 - 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Dungeon Roll

    • YouTube Review for the game "Dungeon Roll" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  76. Russian Railroads

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    Russian Railroads is a strategic board game where players compete to build the most extensive and advanced railway network in Russia. The game combines worker placement with track building and resource management elements, offering players various paths to victory.

    Nominated for 10 awards and won 4.

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 120 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  77. Feuerdrachen

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    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 5+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  78. Ligretto Junior

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    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  79. Kashgar: Merchants of the Silk Road

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Kashgar: Merchants of the Silk Road

    • YouTube Review for the game "Kashgar: Merchants of the Silk Road" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  80. 1911 Amundsen vs Scott

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    • 2 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  81. Ascension: Rise of Vigil

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  82. Caverna: The Cave Farmers

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    Caverna: The Cave Farmers is a worker-placement board game that builds upon the mechanics of its predecessor, Agricola. It combines farming and cave dwelling themes, where players manage a dwarf family and their expanding homestead.

    Nominated for 9 awards and won 3.

    More details for Caverna: The Cave Farmers
    • 1 - 7 Players
    • 30 - 210 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Hard to learn
    🔥 Great price!68€ atAmazon.de*
  83. The Builders: Middle Ages

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    The Builders: Middle Ages is a card game where players construct buildings by matching worker skills with building requirements. Strategic use of resources is key to earning points and money through completing buildings.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    🔥 Great price!25€ atAmazon.de*
  84. Firefly: The Game

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    Firefly: The Game is a thematic and strategic board game based on the popular Firefly television series created by Joss Whedon. The game immerses players in the universe of the show, where they take on the roles of captains of Firefly-class transport ships, navigating through space, taking on jobs, and dealing with various challenges.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Firefly: The Game
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 120 - 240 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  85. UGO!

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    Nominated for 1 award.

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 40 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  86. Wings of Glory: WW2 Airplane Packs

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    • 2 - 99 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  87. Revolver

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    Nominated for 2 awards.

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    • 2 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  88. Glastonbury

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    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    👍 Good price!21€ atAmazon.de*
  89. Mage Knight Board Game: The Lost Legion Expansion

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    Mage Knight Board Game: The Lost Legion Expansion continues the epic saga introduced in the acclaimed Mage Knight Board Game. This expansion brings a blend of fear and hope to the world of Atlantea with the reemergence of General Volkare and his Lost Legion, introducing a new dynamic to the game with both a new Mage Knight — Wolfhawk — and a formidable foe, General Volkare himself. Designed by Vlaada Chvátil and presented by WizKids, this expansion enriches the Mage Knight universe with additional tiles, cards, and scenarios, enhancing the gameplay experience and introducing rules for up to five players.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Mage Knight Board Game: The Lost Legion Expansion
    • 1 - 5 Players
    • 240 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Hard to learn
  90. Longhorn

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    • 2 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  91. Amerigo

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    Amerigo takes players on an adventurous journey with the famed explorer Amerigo Vespucci, as they discover new lands in South America, establish trading routes, and build settlements. The game stands out with its unique cube tower mechanic, which adds an element of surprise and strategy to the gameplay.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Amerigo
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 90 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  92. Talo

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    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2014

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  93. Space Cadets: Dice Duel

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    • 4 - 8 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  94. Koryŏ

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    Nominated for 2 awards.

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 - 20 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  95. Tzolk'in: The Mayan Calendar – Tribes & Prophecies

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    Tzolk'in: The Mayan Calendar – Tribes & Prophecies expansion adds a rich layer of strategy and variability to the already complex and engaging game of Tzolk'in. By introducing individual tribes with unique abilities, players are given distinct advantages that can influence their strategy throughout the game. This thematic addition not only deepens the immersion into Mayan culture but also encourages players to explore new tactics and strategies to maximize their tribe's potential.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Tzolk'in: The Mayan Calendar – Tribes & Prophecies
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 90 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Hard to learn
  96. Castellan

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    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

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    • 2 Players
    • 30 - 45 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  97. Ultimate Werewolf: Inquisition

    All details for the board game Ultimate Werewolf: Inquisition and similar games

    🔥 Deal: 37% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!

    More details for Ultimate Werewolf: Inquisition
    • 3 - 12 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    🔥 Great price!25€ atAmazon.de*
  98. Legends of Andor: The Star Shield

    All details for the board game Legends of Andor: The Star Shield and similar games
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 60 - 90 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

    Video reviews for Legends of Andor: The Star Shield

    • YouTube Review for the game "Legends of Andor: The Star Shield" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  99. Francis Drake

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    Francis Drake is a thrilling board game that takes players back to Plymouth Harbor in 1572, during the Elizabethan era. As aspiring captains, players engage in the strategic planning of voyages to the Spanish Main, aiming to capture the riches of the Aztec and Inca Empires. The game is a competitive race to outfit ships and set sail to claim these treasures, requiring careful decision-making and resource management.

    Nominated for 5 awards.

    More details for Francis Drake
    • 3 - 5 Players
    • 90 - 120 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  100. The Dwarves: Combined Might

    All details for the board game The Dwarves: Combined Might and similar games
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 75 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn

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