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Terraforming Mars: Is It Worth the Hype?

Terraforming Mars sits near the top of every 'best of' list. After 40+ plays, I'll tell you exactly what it gets right, where it stumbles, and who should (and shouldn't) buy it.

Team Board Game Serial · Jun 14, 2026

A Weekly Game Night Rotation Plan for Balanced Gaming

Team Board Game Serial · Jun 9, 2026

Board Games That Teach Math Without Feeling Like Homework

As a math teacher who runs a board game club, I've seen firsthand how the right games build number sense, probability thinking, and strategic math skills — all while kids beg for 'just one more round.'

Team Board Game Serial · Jun 7, 2026

The Drafting Mechanic: How It Works and Why Gamers Love It

Team Board Game Serial · May 26, 2026

Legacy Board Games: What They Are and Why People Love Them

Team Board Game Serial · May 24, 2026

Splendor Review: The Perfect Gateway Game

Splendor is the game I hand to anyone who says they don't like board games. Here's why this gem-collecting classic converts skeptics every single time.

Team Board Game Serial · May 21, 2026

Best Solo Board Games for When You're Playing Alone

Team Board Game Serial · May 12, 2026