Nintendo started with playing cards in 1889 - 100 years later Mario had turned it into a global giant
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Gen Con 2026 – CGE
Czech Games Edition had its traditional gaming room across the hall (and upstairs) from the main Gen Con dealer hall. In it was a world of wonders showing off many of their best games. I especially appreciate when they create … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/25/gen-con-2026-cge/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
1 piece egg started playing cards to eat🤣 | I have lost 4 eggs😢..#shorts #comedy #funny #viral
1 piece egg started playing cards to eat | I have lost 4 eggs ..#shorts #comedy #funny #viral . He lost everything—down to the ...
Two Party Games from Allplay: Triangulation and French Toast
Dale Yu: Review of Triangulation Triangulation Designer: Peter C. Hayward Publisher: Allplay Players: 3-8 Age: 9+ Time: 15 minutes Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4fy6qDB Played with review copy provided by publisher Each round in Triangulation, you give three clues, trying to … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/25/two-party-games-from-allplay-triangulation-and-french-toast/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Gen Con 2026 – Chip Theory Games
Chip Theory, as always, had lots of premium components on display in their games. The big beasts like Cloudspire, as a sort of tower defense strategy game, had some new expansions and they were showing some of the cool storage … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/24/gen-con-2026-chip-theory-games/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Dale Yu: Review of Capsule Collector
Capsule Collector Designer: Joohyun Publisher: Korea Board Games Players: 2-4 Age: 7+ Time: 15 min Played with review copy provided by publisher Capsule Collector is a set-collection game for 2–4 players in which players compete to gather and open … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/24/dale-yu-review-of-capsule-collector/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Gen Con 2026 – AEG
When I think of Alderac Entertainment Group (or AEG, as you’ll see on the box cover), I tend to think of more lighthearted games with lots of player interaction or of several of their card-crafting games which have a bit … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/23/gen-con-2026-aeg/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Dale Yu: Review of Into the Machine
  Into the Machine Designer: Kasper Lapp Publisher: AEG Players: 2-5 Age: 14+ Time: 45-60 mins Played with review copy provided by publisher Do robots dream of electric sheep after a long day of manufacturing widgets and thingamabobs? Or … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/23/dale-yu-review-of-into-the-machine/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Gen Con 2026 – Upper Deck Entertainment
Back in the day, there was a curse on superhero games, none of them were ever any good. Fast forward a few decades and players are spoiled for choice. Do you like the DC Hero comics? Try Legendary: A DC … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/22/gen-con-2026-upper-deck-entertainment/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Dale Yu: Review of Sandcastles
  Sandcastles Designer: Alex Cutler Publisher: Pandasaurus Players: 2-6 Age: 8+ Time: 20 minutes Played with review copy provided by publisher It’s a perfect day at the beach, and the only thing left to settle is whose sandcastle reigns … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/22/dale-yu-review-of-sandcastles/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Missouri issues new playing cards to solve cold cases
The second edition of Missouri’s Cold Case Playing Cards features 52 unsolved cases involving homicides, missing people, and unidentified human remains from across the state.
Dale Yu: Review of Computer Junkyard
  Computer Junkyard Designer: Allen and Jared Pincus Publisher: Dream Egg Games Players: 2-4 Age: 14+ Time: 60-90 minutes Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3RoSJO4 Played with review copy provided by publisher You found a box of old computer games at … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/20/dale-yu-review-of-computer-junkyard/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Salem resident finds container of collective playing cards
SALEM — Recently, a Salem resident was out for a walk within the city when he found a container of collective playing cards, which have an estimated value of between
Gen Con 2026 – Ultra Pro Entertainment, Vango Toys, and Smart Games
One of my appointments allowed me to look at a wide variety of more lightweight mainstream titles along with a few items that started to lean closer to puzzles or activities. Vango Toys had two food-themed games present, Smack n … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/19/gen-con-2026-ultra-pro-entertainment-vango-toys-and-smart-games/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
2026 IGA Nominations Announced
The International Gamers Awards (IGA) have announced their nominated games for 2026. The IGA nominates games in three categories: Best Multiplayer Experience, Best Two-Player Experience, and Best Solo Experience. Here are the nominated games in each category, along with their … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/19/2026-iga-nominations-announced/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Dale Yu: Review of Abroad
  Abroad Designers: Rodrigo Rego, Danilo Valente Publisher: Portal Games, 1 More Time Games Players: 1-5 Age: 12+ Time: 90 mins Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4yObqLP Played with review copy provided by publisher You’ve always wanted to travel the world, … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/19/dale-yu-review-of-abroad/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Dale Yu: Review of Brushwood
  Brushwood Designer: Filippo Landini Publisher: Korea Board Games Players: 2-4 Age: 8+ Time: 30 minutes Played with review copy provided by publisher Brushwood is a peaceful yet strategic set-collection game for 2–4 players. Players take on the role of … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/18/dale-yu-review-of-brushwood/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Gen Con 2026 – Mindware
I was able to hit up Mindware titles twice on my Gen Con visit. Once at a small multi-publisher press event and then again at a booth visit. Games I saw include Trail to the Temple which has players exploring … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/17/gen-con-2026-mindware/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Dale Yu: Review of Isle of Night
Isle of Night   Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4gyXiyQ Publisher Intro: You’ve heard tales of a mysterious island filled with treasures and wonders, but it appears only at night. With your loyal hound at your side, you row at dusk … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/17/dale-yu-review-of-isle-of-night/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Dale Yu: Review of School’s Out – online escape room at trappedintheweb.com
School’s Out (spoiler free review) Link: www.trappedintheweb.com Players: 1+ Time: 1-2 hours From their website: “Can you crack our virtual escape rooms? Our virtual escape rooms provide endless amounts of entertainment and fun. While initially designed to help people connect … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/08/16/dale-yu-review-of-schools-out-online-escape-room-at-trappedintheweb-com/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>