2nd and 4th Thursdays, 5:30pm–7:300pm
Event location: Central Library, History and Languages Room
Shall we play a game? Join us for epic board game adventures at St. Louis Public Library’s Board Games @ Central!
Running late? No problem! Feel free to roll in (pun intended) whenever you can. Games will be going strong until closing time, and friendly faces await.
All gamers are welcome, from seasoned veterans to curious beginners. We've got plenty of space for your biggest, most complex games that you struggle to get on the table. We also have space for all the fun little games you have too. Don't have a game? Explore our massive game library of over 100 board games, card games, and tabletop roleplaying games.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 12:00pm–1:00pm
Event location: 1111 Mississippi
Calling all history buffs! The History Buffet sets sail for its fourth course with Sarah Vowell's insightful and entertaining book, "The Wordy Shipmates." Join us for lively discussion and a delicious meal at 1111 Mississippi on April 16th. We'll be charting the course of the Puritans, delving into their struggles, motivations, and lasting impact on American society. Prepare to unravel the fascinating narrative of these early colonists and their rich legacy. This book club is sure to be a voyage of discovery for history enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys a captivating read!
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Board Games @ Central is a collection of board and card games housed in the History and Languages Room at the St. Louis Public Library's Central Branch. While these games aren't currently listed in SLPL's online catalog, you can explore the collection through the LibGuide. If you're interested in playing one of these games, simply visit the Central Branch and inquire at the History and Languages Room. While these games cannot be checked out, they're available for in-library enjoyment within the beautiful Central Library space. Our Rotating Games are a selection of games brought in by our staff from their own private game collections. If you're interested in playing any of those please contact us at history@slpl.org
The latest edition of Viticulture combines the beloved vineyard-building gameplay with carefully curated expansions, like Mama & Papas, Fields, balanced Visitor cards, and a solo mode, for a more streamlined yet robust experience. Viticulture fans will appreciate this edition's refined gameplay and seamless integration of popular expansions, offering variety and depth without added complexity.
Wyrmspan is a standalone game where players act as dracologists excavating sanctuaries to attract dragons, chaining abilities and gaining favor in a dragon-filled world. With its strategic depth and fantastical theme inspired by Wingspan, Wyrmspan delivers a fresh and immersive experience perfect for dragon lovers and engine-building game fans alike.
Wingspan is a competitive, engine-building board game where players attract and manage birds in their wildlife preserves to create powerful combinations and score points. With stunning artwork, unique mechanics, and over 170 beautifully illustrated bird cards, Wingspan offers a relaxing yet strategic experience perfect for nature lovers and board game enthusiasts alike.
Apiary is a strategic worker-placement game where players control advanced, spacefaring bee factions competing to build their hives, explore planets, and adapt ancient technologies before the approaching Dearth. Fans of intricate eurogames like Teotihuacan and Honey Buzz will love Apiary's unique theme, variable factions, and escalating worker strength mechanics that offer deep strategic decisions.
Weird Wars Rome is a historical-fantasy RPG where players become Roman legionaries, battling not only the enemies of the Empire but also supernatural horrors lurking in the shadows of history. You’ll enjoy Weird Wars Rome if you love blending epic historical settings with dark fantasy, facing thrilling battles, eerie mysteries, and the relentless fight for Rome against all odds.
The Sixth Gun Roleplaying Game immerses players in a supernatural Wild West where mystical pistols of immense power drive stories of betrayal, vengeance, and the battle to rewrite the world. You’ll enjoy The Sixth Gun RPG if you’re drawn to gritty Westerns infused with dark magic, rich lore, and the chance to wield legendary weapons in an epic fight against sinister forces.
Savage Worlds is a flexible and fast-paced RPG system that lets you create your own worlds, adapt existing ones, or dive into iconic settings like Deadlands and 50 Fathoms. You’ll enjoy Savage Worlds if you’re seeking a streamlined system with rich character creation and minimal prep, perfect for fast and exciting adventures.
The Flash Gordon Roleplaying Game takes players to the rogue planet of Mongo, where they join the Freemen in a daring rebellion against the tyrannical Ming the Merciless, navigating a world filled with exotic kingdoms, diverse races, and thrilling adventures. You’ll enjoy the Flash Gordon RPG if you’re a fan of swashbuckling space adventures, rich lore, and the chance to be a hero leading the fight for freedom in a pulpy, action-packed setting
Jokers Wild is a fun and versatile card game that brings classic card matching games back to life with a variety of solitaire versions and family modes, offering flexible rules for endless ways to play. With its simple goal of running out of cards and a playful overload of jokers, Jokers Wild provides a wild and customizable gaming experience perfect for family game nights.
The ALIEN tabletop roleplaying game offers an immersive and fast-paced experience set in the chilling universe of ALIEN, with modes for both cinematic one-shot scenarios and long-term campaign play. You might enjoy it for its tense, high-stakes atmosphere and the freedom to explore the vast and dangerous ALIEN universe with friends.
The Blade Runner RPG immerses players in a dystopian Los Angeles, combining investigative gameplay with sci-fi action, corporate intrigue, and moral conflict as Blade Runners solving complex cases. You’ll love the Blade Runner RPG if you enjoy deep storytelling, existential drama, and immersive role-playing in a richly atmospheric cyberpunk world.
Call of Cthulhu immerses players in a world of chilling mystery and cosmic horror, where investigators confront the unfathomable secrets of the Cthulhu Mythos, risking their sanity as they uncover forbidden knowledge. You might like it if you enjoy dark, atmospheric roleplaying, solving eerie mysteries, and the tension of facing incomprehensible horrors that test both your mind and body.
Delta Green: The Role-Playing Game plunges players into a shadowy world where agents battle cosmic horrors, sacrificing their sanity and safety to protect humanity from unspeakable threats. You might like it if you enjoy investigative gameplay with a blend of psychological tension, covert operations, and existential dread, all wrapped in a modern Lovecraftian setting.
Dragonbane is a fast-paced and accessible fantasy tabletop roleplaying game that blends humor and peril, offering both challenging adventures and moments of levity in its "mirth and mayhem" style. You might like it if you enjoy easy-to-run sessions with a balance of classic fantasy nostalgia and modern game design, perfect for both one-shots and long campaigns.
Dune: Adventures in the Imperium invites players into the treacherous and epic universe of Frank Herbert's masterpiece, where noble Houses vie for power, intrigue rules, and the desert planet of Arrakis holds the key to ultimate control. You might like it if you enjoy rich storytelling, political scheming, and the chance to weave your destiny amid the sands of Arrakis and the fight for the spice.
The Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle offers an accessible gateway into the magical world of D&D, complete with an adventure, rules, pre-made characters, and dice for quick and easy play. You might like it if you're new to tabletop roleplaying and want a fun, streamlined way to dive into epic quests and imaginative storytelling.
The Fear Agent Roleplaying Game is a pulp sci-fi RPG set in a galaxy of chaos and adventure, where humanity’s survivors, led by the ragtag Fear Agents, face alien threats and unravel shocking twists. You’ll enjoy Fear Agent RPG if you love high-stakes space adventures, dark humor, and the thrill of being part of a scrappy crew taking on impossible odds in a chaotic universe.
Holler is a gritty, supernatural RPG where players take on the roles of rugged heroes fighting against monstrous creatures, environmental devastation, and the oppressive rule of the mysterious "Big Boys" in a cursed Appalachian-inspired setting. You’ll enjoy Holler if you’re drawn to intense, narrative-driven gameplay with themes of rebellion, folklore, and survival in a hauntingly atmospheric world.
The Goon Roleplaying Game brings the wild and gritty world of Eric Powell’s award-winning comic to life, letting players join the Goon’s crew to fend off rival gangs, zombies, mad scientists, and more in a darkly humorous, action-packed setting. You’ll love The Goon RPG if you enjoy antiheroic adventures, over-the-top pulp action, and battling bizarre enemies in a grimy, tongue-in-cheek crime-ridden world.
Legend of Ghost Mountain is a supernatural RPG set in a world where the dead rebel and heroes called Ghost Wardens must confront armies of the undead and unravel a mysterious force corrupting the afterlife. You’ll enjoy Legend of Ghost Mountain if you’re drawn to epic stories, mystical martial arts, and the challenge of exploring deep emotions and political intrigue while battling legions of vengeful spirits.
The One Ring Roleplaying Game lets players step into the rich, iconic world of Middle-earth, where they embark on epic journeys, face terrifying foes, and interact with legendary characters like Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey. You might like it if you enjoy classic fantasy adventures with a deep narrative focus, exploring a world filled with rich lore, treacherous journeys, and the looming threat of the Shadow.
Pendragon immerses players in the brutal, heroic world of Arthurian legend, where knights strive to balance ideals and reality in their quest for glory, honor, and legacy. You might like it if you enjoy rich character development, epic storytelling, and the challenge of navigating a game where life and death, passion and reason, are all at stake in the pursuit of knighthood.
Rippers is a Victorian-era RPG where players join a secretive organization fighting monstrous evils with Rippertech—powers gained from the creatures of darkness—as they battle to stop a new shadowy threat. You’ll enjoy Rippers if you love gothic horror, intense moral dilemmas, and the thrill of combining steampunk technology with supernatural abilities to save the world.
RuneQuest offers a rich, mythic roleplaying experience where every adventurer wields magic, battles as a warrior, and draws power from the gods through their Runes, culture, and cult. You might like it if you enjoy deeply immersive fantasy worlds, unique character creation, and epic adventures filled with divine intervention, magical combat, and mythic storytelling.
Savage Rifts is a high-octane, inter-dimensional fast-paced RPG in the Rifts setting, filled with powerful heroes, dangerous factions, and endless possibilities for world-shaking conflict. You’ll enjoy Savage Rifts if you’re into epic, over-the-top campaigns filled with incredible powers, futuristic tech, and the excitement of navigating a multiverse full of bizarre threats and adventures.
Forbidden Lands is an open-world survival RPG where you play as rogues and raiders navigating a cursed land, discovering ancient tombs, battling monstrous foes, and striving to build your legacy with a stronghold to call your own. You might like it if you enjoy immersive sandbox exploration, visceral combat, and the freedom to shape a living map that evolves with your adventures.
Axis & Allies 1940: Pacific lets players engage in theater-level combat during the early days of World War II, where they can shape the fate of nations, commanding forces in the Pacific and Asia as political tensions rise and war looms. You might like it if you enjoy strategic wargaming, with a focus on history, tactics, and large-scale battles that let you control the destiny of world powers.
Axis & Allies: 1942 is a strategy board game set during World War II where players control one of the major powers, managing military forces and wartime economies to conquer territories and change the course of history. If you enjoy deep strategic gameplay and historical settings, Axis & Allies offers thrilling tactical decisions as you lead nations to either domination or defeat in a complex and competitive battle for world supremacy.
Zombies!!! The Card Game is a cooperative card game where players work together to survive a zombie apocalypse. You might like it if you enjoy cooperative games with a bit of chaos, a lot of tension, and a healthy dose of zombie action
Truffle Shuffle is a fast-paced card drafting game where players compete to collect the most valuable chocolate truffles. You might like it if you enjoy quick, strategic games.
In That Old Wallpaper, players draft cards to create wallpaper patterns, matching colors and shapes to re-create nostalgic designs and earn the highest score. You’ll enjoy That Old Wallpaper if you like drafting games with a fun, nostalgic theme where strategic pattern-building and memory play a key role in your success.
In Star Cartel, players navigate the black market, stockpiling goods and contraband while upgrading their ship and manipulating stock prices to maximize profits in a competitive space adventure. You’ll enjoy Star Cartel if you like light stock manipulation, strategic decision-making, and the thrill of managing goods and risks in a dynamic, ever-changing market.
In Spin Doctor, players take on the role of presidential candidates, using dirty politics, scandals, and strategic moves to collect state cards and win the Electoral Vote to become President. You’ll enjoy Spin Doctor if you like competitive, strategy-driven games with a humorous, politically charged theme where you can outmaneuver your opponents with devious tactics.
Embark on a scientific expedition with Charles Darwin as you explore the Galapagos Islands, discover new species, and advance your research. If you love strategy games with a touch of history and science, this game is for you.
Wizard Kings is a strategic board game where players build their own kingdoms, raise armies, and wage war against rival wizards. If you enjoy fantasy, resource management, and tactical combat, Wizard Kings is the perfect game for you.
Tsuro: The Game of the Path is a strategic game where players draw tiles to create paths on the board, trying to keep their own path alive while blocking their opponents. You might like it if you enjoy abstract strategy games with a focus on spatial reasoning and a bit of luck.
Slapshot is a fast-paced card game where players manage hockey teams, trading players and drafting new talent to build the ultimate championship squad. If you love hockey and enjoy the thrill of building a winning team, Slapshot is the perfect game for you.
Setup is a fast-paced tile-placement game where players race to score points by creating sets of numbers and suits. With strategic planning and quick thinking, players can maximize their score and outmaneuver their opponents. If you enjoy strategic gameplay and puzzle-solving, Setup is the perfect game for you.
Scrabble is a classic word game where players create words on a game board using letter tiles to score points. Scrabble is a great choice for those who love word games and enjoy a good mental challenge.
Rattlebones is a dice-rolling game where players transform their dice to score points and win prizes at a fantastical festival. With each roll, players strategize to maximize their score and claim victory. If you enjoy dice-rolling games, strategic planning, and a touch of whimsical fun, Rattlebones is the perfect game for you.
Quinto is a tile-placement game where players strategically place numbered tiles on a board to create scoring combinations, making it a fun and challenging game for those who enjoy strategic thinking and number puzzles. It's like Scrabble with numbers!
Precious Cargo is a strategic board game where players compete to become the most powerful trading nation by building a fleet, exploring new ports, and trading valuable goods. With careful planning and strategic decisions, players can build an empire and secure their legacy. If you enjoy strategic gameplay, economic simulation, and the thrill of maritime trade, Precious Cargo is the perfect game for you
Conspiracy Theory Trivia is a trivia game that tests your knowledge of conspiracy theories, from the mundane to the absurd. Answer questions correctly to collect conspiracy cards and outwit your opponents. If you enjoy trivia, a bit of humor, and the strange world of conspiracy theories, Conspiracy Theory Trivia is the perfect game for you.
Build the transcontinental railroad across the American West, overcoming challenges and competing with rival companies. If you enjoy strategic planning, resource management, and a bit of historical flavor, The Last Spike is the perfect game for you.
Kings of Artifice is a strategic board game where players compete to build the most powerful kingdom by constructing buildings, casting spells, and utilizing special abilities. With each game offering a unique experience, players must adapt to changing circumstances and outmaneuver their opponents to claim victory. If you enjoy strategic gameplay, creative building, and a touch of fantasy, Kings of Artifice is the perfect game for you.
Go is a classic strategy game where players compete to control the board by placing stones on an empty grid. You might like it if you enjoy strategic, abstract games with a high level of complexity and a focus on spatial reasoning.
Gelatinous is a dice-rolling game where players compete to grow their gelatinous cube by rolling and claiming dice. The first player to form a perfect cube wins, but be careful not to get absorbed by your opponents! If you enjoy fast-paced, dice-rolling fun with a slimy twist, Gelatinous is the perfect game for you.
Forever Young: A Vampire Game is a strategy board game where players lead vampire clans, secretly placing minions and items on the board to outwit opponents and dominate the night. You might like it if you enjoy strategic games with hidden information.
Feudal is a strategic board game where players command armies of knights, archers, and footmen to conquer enemy castles or eliminate their royalty. You might like it if you enjoy challenging and engaging tactical gameplay.
Darkness Comes Rattling is a cooperative board game where players work together to defeat a powerful evil and restore light to the world. As brave warriors, players explore a dangerous world, battle monstrous creatures, and gather powerful artifacts. If you enjoy cooperative gameplay, epic storytelling, and the thrill of overcoming challenging obstacles, Darkness Comes Rattling is the perfect game for you.
Players take on the role of the legendary Chupacabra, a mysterious creature of the night. You'll steal livestock and grow stronger as you terrorize the countryside. If you enjoy quick dice rolling and a bit of spooky fun, Chupacabra: Survive the Night is the perfect game for you
Munchkin Pathfinder combines the fast-paced, humorous gameplay of Munchkin with the rich fantasy world of the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, letting players battle monsters, steal treasure, and level up as unique classes like Alchemist or Witch.If you enjoy quirky humor, fantasy adventures, and lighthearted competition, this game’s mix of goblin-slaying, clever card combos, and hilarious gear like the T-Bone Stake will keep you entertained.
Slap 45 (Mini) is a fast-paced card game perfect for on-the-go fun. With its quick gameplay and simple rules, it's ideal for those who enjoy a bit of high-energy fun.
Set is a fast-paced card game where players search for unique combinations of cards based on four features. If you enjoy quick, strategic thinking and love a good mental challenge, Set is the perfect game for you.
In Piñata, players collect colored candy from piñatas by strategically playing cards to earn medal cards, aiming to be the first to collect three. You’ll enjoy Piñata if you like competitive, tactical card play where you can outsmart your opponents by disrupting their strategies while collecting vibrant, colorful sets.
Palaces is a unique deck-building bidding game where players win cards, activate special abilities, and construct matching towers to compete for the tallest lower tower. You’ll enjoy Palaces if you like strategic bidding, card synergy, and a fresh twist on deck-building mechanics that emphasize tactical decision-making and tower-building.
Nocturne is a cooperative card game where players work together to defeat nightmarish creatures and restore balance to the world. You might like it if you enjoy cooperative games with a strong theme, strategic decision-making, and a bit of luck from the card draws
Air Land & Sea Critters At War is a strategic card game where players command armies of adorable animals to conquer the battlefield. You might like it if you enjoy strategic, yet humorous games with a focus on card play
Musical Chairs is a fast-paced card game where players race to claim the best seats before the music stops. With strategic card play and a bit of luck, players can outmaneuver their opponents and score big. If you enjoy quick, competitive gameplay and a touch of nostalgia, Musical Chairs is the perfect game for you.
Munchkin Shakespeare Deluxe is a humorous card game where players battle monsters, steal treasure, and level up to become the greatest hero in the realm. If you enjoy the quirky humor of the Munchkin series and love a good laugh, Munchkin Shakespeare is the perfect game for you.
A Munchkin's quest, a chaotic affair,
To kick down doors and treasures rare.
A game of luck, a strategy so bold,
To level up and treasures manifold.
A battle cry, a daring, wicked scheme,
To claim the crown and fulfill a villain's dream.
Cartagena is a strategic board game where players race to escape a treacherous prison by moving their pirates through a series of tunnels. Each move requires careful planning, as players must balance forward progress with drawing new cards. If you enjoy tactical gameplay, puzzle-solving, and the thrill of a daring escape, Cartagena is the perfect game for you.
Munchkin Apocalypse plunges players into a chaotic, end-of-the-world scenario where they must survive disasters, fight off enemies, and hoard loot to come out on top. If you enjoy humorous post-apocalyptic themes, new strategic twists like the Disaster cards, and the thrill of sealing (or breaking) the Seventh Seal, this game offers a wild and hilarious ride.
Ion is a strategic card drafting game where players build compounds by combining elements. If you enjoy science, strategy, and the thrill of creating complex molecules, Ion is the perfect game for you.
I Hate Zombies pits 2-12 players in an epic showdown between the last human survivors and relentless zombies, using fast-paced, Rock-Paper-Scissors battles to determine the fate of the world. If you love quick, chaotic games with a humorous twist and the classic simplicity of Rock-Paper-Scissors, this game delivers action-packed fun for groups of all sizes.
Heroes & Villains is a superhero-themed deck battle game where 2-6 players choose to fight as heroes or villains, using customized or prebuilt decks to outsmart and overpower their opponents in a quest for ultimate supremacy. If you enjoy strategic card games, customizable decks, and the excitement of deciding between heroism or villainy, this game offers action-packed battles and a comic-book-inspired adventure.
HEAD TRIP is a cooperative party game where players answer bizarre questions from unexpected perspectives and work together to guess which answer was chosen. You’ll enjoy HEAD TRIP if you love quirky, offbeat humor, enjoy working with friends to figure out ridiculous answers, and aren’t afraid of raunchy, laugh-out-loud moments.
Groo: The Game challenges players to build and protect their towns from rival armies and the chaos caused by Groo the Barbarian, in a fast-paced dice-and-card game. If you enjoy humorous gameplay, strategy, and the iconic art of Sergio Aragonés, this lighthearted game offers quick fun and a touch of classic comic nostalgia.
The Good, the Bad, and the Munchkin Complete Edition transports the classic Munchkin gameplay to the Wild West, where players face quirky monsters, gather hilarious loot, and outwit their rivals in a pun-filled frontier adventure. If you love clever humor, Wild West themes, and the chaotic fun of Munchkin, this complete edition offers endless laughs with its unique cards, wild characters, and playful mechanics.
Hack and Slash is a fast-paced adventure game where players roll dice to complete daring quests, battle enemies, and gain fame, with plenty quick decisions along the way. If you’re a fan of lighthearted fantasy games with simple mechanics and fast gameplay, Hack and Slash delivers action and fun in just 20 minutes.
Castle Dash is a fast-paced, strategic board game where players battle to steal coins from their opponents' castles. By strategically placing soldiers and utilizing special abilities, players can outmaneuver their rivals and emerge victorious. If you enjoy tactical gameplay, a bit of luck, and the thrill of a good heist, Castle Dash is the perfect game for you.
Burger Joint is a fast-paced board game where players compete to build successful fast-food chains. If you enjoy strategic gameplay and love the challenge of building a culinary empire, Burger Joint is the perfect game for you.
Dominion is a deck-building game where players build their own decks of cards to gain power and score victory points. You might like it if you enjoy strategic games with high replayability and the satisfaction of building a powerful deck.
Purrfect Match is a card game where players collect cat cards to create matching sets. You might like it if you enjoy simple, yet strategic games with a focus on pattern recognition and a bit of luck from the draw pile.
Race for the Galaxy is a card game where players build their own civilizations, exploring space, developing technology, and conquering planets. You might like it if you enjoy strategic, complex games with a focus on card drafting and engine building.
Ahoy is an asymmetric strategy game where players take on the roles of swashbucklers, soldiers, or even sharks, competing for fame on the high seas. You might like it if you enjoy games with unique roles, strategic decision-making, and a touch of seafaring adventure.
Onitama is a quick, tactical game of strategy and tactics where players take turns moving their figures across a 5x5 board using a deck of five cards. You might like it if you enjoy abstract strategy games that are easy to learn but offer deep strategic possibilities.
Root is an asymmetric strategy game where players take on the roles of different factions vying for control of a woodland realm, each with unique abilities and objectives. You might like it if you enjoy strategic games with high player interaction, asymmetric powers, and a rich thematic experience.
Atlas: Enchanted Lands is a cooperative board game where players work together to explore a magical world, uncovering hidden treasures and completing quests. You might like it if you enjoy strategic, yet relaxing games with a focus on deduction and pattern recognition.
Wrestlenomicon is a chaotic card game where players take on the roles of Great Old Ones battling for cosmic supremacy. You might like it if you enjoy strategic, yet humorous games with a focus on card play and a bit of cosmic horror.
Risk is a classic strategy game where players conquer territories around the world through strategic attacks and calculated diplomacy. You might like it if you enjoy long, engaging games with a focus on strategic planning and a bit of luck from the dice rolls.
Zombie Dice is a dice game where players take turns rolling dice to try to eat brains, but watch out for the shotguns! You might like it if you enjoy quick, easy-to-learn games with a bit of risk-taking and a lot of fun.
Get Bit! is a thrilling card game where players race to escape a hungry shark, strategically playing cards to avoid becoming the next victim. You might like it if you enjoy fast-paced, push-your-luck games with a bit of bluffing.
In Smyle, players take on the role of tooth fairies collecting teeth, using strategic mischief, gadgets, and memory to outsmart opponents and avoid tooth decay. You’ll love Smyle if you enjoy quick, light-hearted games filled with trickery, memory challenges, and a playful sense of competition.
Alan's Adventureland is a competitive board game where players design and build a themed amusement park, vying for the best design and highest score. If you enjoy strategic planning and resource management, Alan's Adventureland is the perfect game for you.
Backgammon is a classic strategy board game where players race to move their checkers off the board by rolling dice and strategically moving their pieces. You might like it if you enjoy strategic, tactical games with a bit of luck from the dice rolls.
Trekking Through History is a strategy game where players travel through time, visiting historical events and collecting points. You might like it if you enjoy strategic games with a unique time-traveling theme and a focus set collection.
Exploding Kittens is a card game where players draw cards from a deck, trying to avoid drawing an Exploding Kitten card. You might like it if you enjoy silly, fun, and sometimes explosive card games with a bit of strategy and luck involved.
Smash Up is a deck-building game where players combine factions from different genres, such as superheroes, pirates, and dinosaurs, to create unique and powerful decks. You might like it if you enjoy strategic, humorous games with a high level of customization and player interaction.
Power Failure is a competitive strategy game where players race to restore power to a city, strategically stacking and maneuvering power cubes to claim districts and score points. You might like it if you enjoy strategic games with a unique stacking and dexterity element.
Fort is a deck-building game where players build their own decks of cards to collect toys, eat pizza, and build the coolest fort. You might like it if you enjoy strategic, yet lighthearted games with a focus on card drafting and a bit of social interaction.
Horizons of Spirit Island is a cooperative strategy game where players take on the roles of Spirits of nature, defending their home from invading colonists. You might like it if you enjoy challenging, thematic games with a focus on strategic planning and working together to overcome difficult odds.
Furnace is an engine-building game where players take on the roles of 19th-century industrialists, competing to build the most profitable corporation. You might like it if you enjoy strategic games with a focus on resource management, optimization, and a satisfying sense of building a complex economic engine.
Ticket to Ride is a strategy game where players collect train cards to claim railway routes across North America. You might like it if you enjoy simple, strategic games with a focus on route planning and set collection.
Catan is a strategy game where players settle the island of Catan, trading resources and building settlements to score victory points. You might like it if you enjoy games with a mix of strategy, negotiation, and a bit of luck from the dice rolls.
Carcassonne is a tile-placement game where players build castles, cities, roads, and monasteries on a medieval landscape. You might like it if you enjoy games with simple rules and strategic depth, where players score points by completing various features on the map.
