The favorite games of Hunter and Cron in 2019 2026
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List of Hunter and Cron favorites 2019
In this list we have compiled the games that Hunter and Cron highlighted as favorites in 2019.
The following games were among Hunter and Cron's top recommendations in 2019:
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Just One
All details & ratingJust 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.
3–7 20–60 min 8+ Immediately playable+ 5 € above the best price21 € at Amazon*Video reviews 1 -
Men at Work
All details & ratingMen At Work is a dexterity game that challenges players to become the most skilled and careful construction workers on the job site. The goal is to build a towering structure of steel girders and wooden beams, placing workers and bricks with precision to avoid any disastrous collapses. Players must balance risk-taking with cautious strategy to outmaneuver their opponents and impress Rita, the tough-as-nails boss, in hopes of being named Employee of the Month.
2–5 30–45 min 8+ Immediately playableVideo reviews 1 -
Detective Club
All details & ratingDetective Club is a social deduction and party game that involves both cooperation and deception. Players are drawn into rounds of intrigue, where one player secretly passes clues to their accomplice to reveal a secret word, while others, acting as detectives, try to unveil the conspiracy. Creativity and persuasion play crucial roles as players discuss and defend their choices to avoid suspicion.
4–8 45 min 8+ Immediately playableVideo reviews 1 -
Silver & Gold
All details & ratingSilver & Gold is a board game that offers players the thrill of discovering distant islands filled with golden treasures.
2–4 20 min 8+ Immediately playable -
Wingspan
All details & ratingWingspan 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.
1–5 40–70 min 10+ Easy to learnVideo reviews 1 -
Karak
All details & ratingBeneath the crumbling walls of Karak Castle lies a labyrinth filled with treasures and monsters. Six brave adventurers enter, each with a unique trick to claim fortune, but they must outsmart their opponents, defeat monsters, and seize the dragon's gemstone. Players uncover the labyrinth tile by tile, engage in battles, and gather treasures, with the most successful adventurer being crowned the true master of Karak!
2–5 45 min 7+ Immediately playable -
Chronicles of Crime
All details & ratingEmbark 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.
1–4 60–90 min 12+ Easy to learnVideo reviews 1 -
Everdell
All details & ratingEverdell 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?
1–4 40–80 min 10+ Medium complexity+ 5 € above the best price50 € at Amazon*Video reviews 1 -
Roll Player
All details & ratingEmbark 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.
1–4 60–90 min 10+ Easy to learn+ 18 € above the best price38 € at Amazon*Video reviews 1 -
The Taverns of Tiefenthal
All details & ratingThe 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.
2–4 60 min 12+ Medium complexity1 € below the next retailer30 € at Amazon*Video reviews 2 -
Valley of the Vikings
All details & ratingEvery year, the keg bowling competition takes place. Players must show courage, skill, and a willingness to take risks as they use a ball to knock over the right kegs and position their Vikings on the dock. The player who wins the most gold coins emerges victorious, but those who venture too far may fall into the water and leave empty-handed.
2–4 15–20 min 6+ Immediately playable -
Imhotep: The Duel
All details & ratingImhotep: The Duel transports players back to the rich historical setting of ancient Egypt, where they engage in a strategic contest as two of Egypt’s most renowned figures, Nefertiti and Akhenaten. This two-player game is a standalone sequel to the acclaimed board game Imhotep, known for its deep strategy and engaging gameplay. Imhotep: The Duel focuses on the competitive dynamics between two players, offering a nuanced and tightly contested battle of wits and strategy.
2 30 min 10+ Easy to learnVideo reviews 3 -
Treasure Island
All details & ratingTreasure Island is a thrilling game of bluffing and adventure where players are immersed in a high-stakes treasure hunt. One player takes on the role of Long John Silver, using cunning and misdirection to lead the others astray in their quest to find his hidden treasure. The game builds to an exciting climax as Long John makes his daring escape to reclaim his treasure.
2–5 45 min 10+ Easy to learnVideo reviews 3 -
Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game
All details & ratingDetective: 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.
1–5 120–180 min 16+ Medium complexity+ 10 € above the best price25 € at Amazon*Video reviews 1 -
Farben
All details & ratingLove is... green? In this vibrant storytelling game, each color tells a story. Players associate a color with a word and narrate their connection, sharing personal experiences. After storytelling, players recall the colors linked to the words without looking, earning points for their memory and others' recollections. The winner is the player with the best memory of which colors were assigned to specific words.
3–5 45–75 min 10+ Immediately playableVideo reviews 1 -
Dinosaur Island
All details & ratingDinosaur 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.
1–4 90–120 min 8+ Medium complexity -
Western Legends
All details & ratingWestern 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.
2–6 60–90 min 14+ Medium complexity -
Once Upon a Castle
All details & ratingPlayers who best utilize the resources of the region will draw the most beautiful castle in the kingdom. The game encourages strategic planning and creativity.
2–4 20 min 6+ Easy to learnVideo reviews 1 -
Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition
All details & ratingEmbark 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.
3–6 240–480 min 14+ For connoisseurs+ 10 € above the best price131 € at Amazon*Video reviews 1 -
Fuji
All details & ratingPlayers take on the role of a group of adventurers journeying to Japan's famous Mount Fuji. As they approach their destination, earthquakes strike, and the volcano erupts! In this cooperative dice game, players secretly roll dice and must find the best path over terrain cards to reach safety while meeting specific dice requirements. Success comes when all players reach the village, but failure results if anyone falls victim to lava or becomes too exhausted to continue.
2–4 30–45 min 10+ Easy to learnVideo reviews 1 -
Teotihuacan: City of Gods
All details & ratingTeotihuacan: 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.
1–4 90–120 min 14+ For connoisseursVideo reviews 2 -
Sword & Sorcery
All details & ratingSword & Sorcery is an epic fantasy cooperative board game that blends rich storytelling with tactical combat. Designed for 1-5 players, this game sets you on a heroic quest against evil forces, driven by a game system that controls the adversaries.
1–5 60–90 min 12+ For connoisseurs+ 8 € above the best price82 € at Amazon*Video reviews 2 -
Barbaria
All details & ratingPlayers take on the role of powerful barbarians seeking dangerous and grand adventures. They will wrestle with monsters and wizards, hunt for treasures, seek assistance, and collect ancient runes that lead to victory. The rules are simple and can be grasped in just five minutes, involving dice rolls influenced by colored cubes to defeat opponents. If players fail, they can use trophies from previous battles to try again or negotiate with friends.
2–4 30–45 min 12+ Easy to learn
Frequently asked questions
Which game ranks first on this list?
Just One (Spiel des Jahres 2019 winner) currently tops our list. The ranking is derived from player community ratings and is recalculated continuously.
How many players do the games on this list support?
Most games on this list support 2 to 4 players. The exact player count is listed with each game.
What age are these games suitable for?
Publisher age recommendations on this list start at 6 years. Each game carries its own age rating.
How long does a game take?
A typical game takes about 45 to 60 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.
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