Sharpen your tactical skills in our Strategy Games category, dedicated to board games that challenge your planning, foresight, and decision-making abilities. Discover a wide range of strategy games, from accessible gateway titles to complex, multi-hour epics. Explore different sub-genres like area control, economic simulation, wargames, and more. Find in-depth reviews that analyze game mechanics, player interaction, and replayability. Learn advanced strategies and tactics to improve your gameplay, and explore discussions on optimal moves and long-term planning. Compare similar strategy games to find the perfect fit for your gaming group. Whether you’re a seasoned strategist or new to the genre, this category offers insights, recommendations, and discussions to elevate your strategic thinking both on and off the game board.
The hearts of many international players have been won over by the board game Carcassonne. It’s a modern classic with a medieval theme for fans of tile games in which they can plot their strategies and play with just enough luck of the draw. Yet, simple rules and straightforward play mechanics make Carcassonne just as accessible for casual gamers as experienced ones. The first time I played with friends, I could see why the game…
As a fan of the Ticket to Ride series, I’m always excited for new expansions and maps this game. With…
A strategy-puzzle game with a jaunty twist of fate, “The Isle of Cats” was created by famed board game designer…
Betrayal in the House of Hill is a game that mixes the thrills of classic horror with the excitement of a strategy board game, and it has been a fixture for my game nights. Created by Bruce Glassco and published by Avalon Hill, this game drops players into an eerie adventure where they’re exploring a haunted mansion–uncovering its sinister secrets and ultimately facing a wild turn into something that turns friends against each other. Betrayal…
It is unusual for board games to excite and intrigue party-goers. One person invents a game–which may or may not,…
My first impression of Ticket to Ride: USA was a wave of excitement. As a lover of strategic games, the…
You know that feeling when history and globe-trotting are your jam? Well, thinking about connecting cities across Europe during its rail heyday totally grabbed me. Plus, all those bright train cars scattered over an eye-catching map promised some serious brain-teasing fun—talk about hitting the sweet spot! Have you heard of “Ticket to Ride”? Yeah, it’s that famous board game saga—and the European trip is just one epic part of it. This version brings something extra…