A summer afternoon with six players of different ages brings a challenge of its own. Choosing games that keep everyone entertained without excluding younger players […]
A Game with an Unexpected Name
The word Xanadu often evokes different associations depending on who hears it. Some recall it from music, others from films that never quite reached the […]
The We Play Games: Reflections on Strategy, History, and the Tabletop
When players come together to open a game box, there is always a moment of anticipation. The sound of dice rattling, the careful unfolding of […]
Wednesday Wonderings – Immersing Ourselves in the Infinite Worlds of Digital Game Spaces That Expand the Boundaries of How We Play
Board games have always embodied a sense of camaraderie, a union of strategy, and a tangible interaction with dice, cards, or wooden pieces. Yet, as […]
Five Game Experiences in the World of Duels, Where Engagement and Disappointment Intertwine
The world of tabletop gaming is vast, spanning experiences that range from sprawling multiplayer adventures to compact and intimate duels. Among these, two-player games occupy […]
Replayability and Adaptability: Defining Tactical and Strategic Game Journeys
Dan Hallagan has long been admired for the transparency with which he speaks about his creation, Obsession. Rather than cloaking his work in promotional language, […]
The Long Evolution of a Silver Ball: Tracing the Game Design Heritage of Pinball Through the Ages
Pinball, with its flashing lights, ringing chimes, and mechanical intrigue, feels like both a relic and a modern marvel. To understand how it came to […]
Davy’s Library Review: Discovering the Philosophy of Play Within the Finished Game
This duality—the balance of skill and randomness—gives Finished both its charm and its potential to exasperate. On one hand, it invites deep contemplation, encouraging players […]
The Art of Respect in Game Communities: Building Comfort for All Players
Every gaming table is a gathering of individuals, each bringing their own history, inclinations, and identity. When people converge for shared storytelling or strategic play, […]
When Storytelling Becomes a Game of Chance – A Review of Ever The Wayward Sky
In 2017, Oliver Phipps released Ever The Wayward Sky, a historical adventure novel that attempts to traverse the emotional wreckage left in the wake of […]