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Here’s the headline you didn’t expect this year. A new global study says tabletop gaming is almost as popular as video games for weekly leisure time. Board games are now within striking distance of digital play, and if you care about real connections around the table, the numbers are wild.
What if Twilight Imperium didn’t need a twelve-hour Saturday, a full dining table, and a rules lawyer on standby? Today, September 16, 2025, the legendary 4X board game was officially announced for PC as Twilight Imperium Digital, with a Steam page live right now. It’s licensed from Fantasy Flight and Asmodee, developed by Red Square Games, and the release date is still to be announced.
A smart digital take on Reiner Knizia’s beloved legacy puzzler, My City nails the “one more episode” loop on phones and tablets. But if you crave ranked ladders or couch co-op, a few missing pieces keep this from universal must-buy status.
The dragons are going back to school, the bell just rang, and the new syllabus promises faster turns, fewer dead ends, and way more cardboard firepower. If Wyrmspan ever left you egg-starved or sitting while someone ran four more coins through their combo machine, today’s reveal is the patch note you’ve been waiting for.
Your cardboard city just went pocket-sized. The river still snakes, the tiles still taunt, but now the campaign fits between stops on your commute and your rivals can’t hide behind “busy.” My City is about to hit different. Before we hit the headline, a quick refresher on why this matters. My...
The box is cute, the apocalypse is cuter, and somewhere between your second “Catastrophe” and your friend’s smug grin, you start wondering if this card game is secretly a personality test. This is a review of Doomlings. Doomlings feels like a party where every guest brought a different playlist...
A cabin in the woods, stacks of your favorite board games, snacks within arm’s reach, and a full weekend with zero obligations—just laughter, strategy, and maybe a little betrayal over a game of Twilight Imperium. Sounds like a dream? Well, it doesn’t have to be. A well-organized board game weekend can be the ultimate escape for you and your friends, but only if you plan it right.
In a bold move that has sent shockwaves through the digital landscape, TechTarget and Informa Tech have officially merged their operations, creating a formidable coalition of information resources. This unprecedented partnership forms a network boasting over 220 online properties, offering a...
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If you're wondering which projects deserve your pledge, your hype, or at least your curious click, you're in the right place. We're diving into 28 of the most intriguing, imaginative, and potentially wallet-destroying tabletop campaigns launching this June.
It’s not every day that some of the most iconic board games in the hobby scene get handed off like prized relics in a fantasy epic—but that’s exactly what just happened.
The 2025 Spiel des Jahres nominees are officially out, and let’s just say—this year’s lineup is wild. Whether you're into explosive co-op chaos, high-stakes card flipping, or abstract squiggle sorcery, Germany’s biggest board game award just dropped its shortlist—and the hype train is leaving the station.
Today, we're diving into the ancient world with a countdown of the top 10 tabletop games inspired by ancient Rome and Egypt. From strategic empire-building to divine battles, these games bring history to your tabletop.
The Taliban just declared war on chess. Yes, the game of kings is now officially banned in Afghanistan. The reason? They say it’s “haram”—forbidden under Islamic law—because it allegedly promotes gambling.
If you're wondering which projects deserve your pledge, your hype, or at least your curious click, you're in the right place. We're diving into 13 of the most intriguing, imaginative, and potentially wallet-destroying tabletop campaigns launching this May.
Heavily inspired by real-time strategy legends like Command & Conquer, Dominate & Delegate throws you and a rival commander into a legacy campaign unlike any other. Two players, two hidden agendas, and a web of evolving missions that unfold like an epic war novel—complete with dramatic twists, moral choices, and branching paths that lead to multiple possible endings.
Breaking news from the frozen plains of Hoth—and no, this ain't another Disney+ spinoff. The tabletop world just got hit with a seismic charge, because Star Wars: Battle of Hoth has officially been announced, and it looks like a straight-up love letter to Memoir '44.
Three unfulfilled crowdfunding campaigns. Over a million dollars on the line. A decade of indie board game dreams. And – it’s gone! In a puff of debt, unpaid invoices, and total radio silence from one of the industry’s biggest players.
Could the battlefields of Memoir '44 soon be echoing with the hum of lightsabers and the roar of TIE fighters?
Every month, the tabletop scene explodes with creativity—hidden gems, ambitious epics, and quirky one-shots that might just become your new favorite obsession. Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter and Gamefound have become the modern forge where indie developers and veteran designers alike bring their boldest ideas to life.
Is the classic board game Monopoly about to pass 'Go' and collect a reality TV series? Rumors are swirling that a Monopoly-themed reality competition is in the works, aiming to transform the iconic game into a large-scale social experiment.
What happens when Command & Conquer jumps off the screen and lands on your tabletop, armed to the teeth with fog-of-war mechanics, hidden production queues, and a battlefield crawling with secrets? Welcome to the Skirmish Mode of Dominate & Delegate, where tactical ambition meets explosive multiplayer showdowns.
What does it take to lead a civilization from a ragtag tribe to a dominant global force? In the realm of board gaming, few titles let you answer that question as thoroughly—and mercilessly—as Through the Ages. Vlaada Chvátil’s legendary civilization builder is not just a game about advancing technology or constructing wonders. It’s a lesson in hard-fought growth, fragile balance, and the painful cost of poor military planning.
Welcome to Frosthaven, the acclaimed board game now reimagined as a dark fantasy tactical RPG.
Video game-inspired board games have become a thriving genre, capturing the essence of their digital counterparts while offering fresh and exciting mechanics. But not all adaptations are created equal. Some truly elevate the source material, immersing players in rich worlds with deep strategy, thematic storytelling, and heart-pounding action. Today, we’re counting down the top 10 board games based on video games, that are easily available!
CMON, the powerhouse behind blockbuster board games like Zombicide and Blood Rage, has recently sounded alarms that have rippled through its community of backers and investors. The company has issued a profit warning, indicating that losses for 2024 could soar beyond $2 million.
Have you ever backed a crowdfunding project, only to watch it vanish into the void like a failed dice roll? Or maybe you’ve been lucky—snagging a game so incredible it became the crown jewel of your collection. Well, March is packed with fresh tabletop campaigns, and as always, it’s a mix of dreams, potential, and, let’s be honest, a few questionable ventures.
We’re diving into the best, the boldest, and the ones that might just be too good to be true. But remember—backing a project is never a guarantee. Delays, changes, or even outright failures can happen, so pledge wisely! Now, let’s check out what’s heating up on Kickstarter and Gamefound this month.
You're eyeing that latest board game release, but suddenly, its price jumps unexpectedly. What's behind this surge? In early 2025, the U.S. administration under President Trump implemented significant tariffs: a 20% tax on goods imported from China and a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and...
What does it take to claim the Iron Throne? Is it raw military power, the ability to forge unbreakable alliances, or the cunning to betray them at just the right moment? A Game of Thrones: The Board Game – Digital Edition challenges you to answer that question as you lead one of Westeros’s Great Houses in a battle of wits, strategy, and deception. Based on the best-selling board game from Fantasy Flight Games, this digital adaptation brings all the ruthless political maneuvering of A Song of Ice and Fire to your screen. But does it live up to the experience of the physical game, or does it lose something in translation? Let’s find out.
What if I told you that the CIA – yes, the Central Intelligence Agency – has its own library, filled not just with classified reports and high-tech resources, but with board games? Yes, you heard that right. Somewhere inside Langley, intelligence officers train for real-world missions not only through simulations and analysis but by playing some of the best strategy, deduction, and cooperative games ever designed. Forget your Hollywood spies and their high-stakes poker games—today’s CIA agents are testing their skills with card decks, miniatures, and wooden tokens.