Syzygy Designer: Asuka, IKE Publisher: EmperorS4 Players: 3-6 Age: 6+ Time: 15 minutes Played with review copy provided by publisher The solar system we live in exists thanks to a miraculous arrangement of planets. Even for a god, … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/15/dale-yu-review-of-syzygy/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
    Upside Town Designer: Quentin Quek Publisher: PlayByDesign Players: 1-4 Age: 12+ Time: 25-40 minutes Played with review copy provided by publisher In Upside Town, buildings rise rapidly from modular pre-fabricated units, but constructing the skyline is no simple … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/14/dale-yu-review-of-upside-town/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
    The Amazing Journey Designers: Lorenzo Silva, Hjalmar Hach Publisher: Horrible Guild Players: 2-4 Age: 8+ Time: 60 minutes Played with review copy provided by publisher The Amazing Journey is a globe-trotting game for 2 to 4 travelers. Check … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/13/dale-yu-review-of-the-amazing-journey/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
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    Bunny Kingdom Town Designer: Richard Garfield Publisher: iello Players: 2 Age: 10 Time: 30 minutes Amazon affiliate link: https://link.amazon/B0eqsbmxY Played with review copy provided by publisher Become the leader of one of the two most powerful families in … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/12/dale-yu-review-of-bunny-kingdom-town/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
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  Kano Designer: Angel Pintero Publisher: Matagot Players: 1-4 Age: 12+ Time: 35 minutes Played with review copy provided by publisher In Kano, 2 to 4 players compete to create their own Emakimono—traditional Japanese painted handscrolls—by skillfully arranging vibrant … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/11/dale-yu-review-of-kano/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
  Lord of the Rings: Circle of Conflict Designers: Geoff Engelstein, Stephen Buonocore Publisher: OfficeDog Players: 2-4 Age: 14+ Time: 60-90 minutes Played with review copy provided by publisher It is the Third Age of Middle-earth, and a great … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/10/dale-yu-review-of-lord-of-the-rings-circle-of-conflict/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
    Traveluencer Designer: Ryo Nakamura (中村 良), Zhonghao Yang, Kai Zu Publisher: Broadway Games Players: 2-4 Age: 8+ Time: 30 minutes Amazon affiliate link: Played with review copy provided by publisher In Traveluencer, players must try to make their … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/09/dale-yu-review-of-traveluencer/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
    Lotus Card Shuffler V2 Affiliate link: https://play-lotus.com/?ref=OpinionatedGamers Review device provided by publisher   If you’re familiar with our blog, you’ll know that we play A LOT of card games around here. Further, we play plenty of games that … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/09/dale-yu-review-of-lotus-card-shuffler-v2/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Pandasaurus has been on a bit of a run this year reprinting classic games. Earlier this year, we reviewed Gulo Gulo and Hacienda. Now, they have come out with two card games: Bohnanza and 6 nimmt! Baron Oxx. Dale Yu: … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/08/dale-yu-pandasaurus-with-new-versions-of-2-card-games-bohnanza-and-6-nimmt-baron-oxx/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
    Plotters, Inc. Designer: Klaus Plaesch Publisher: playte Players: 4-6 Age: 14+ Time: 30 minutes Played with review copy provided by publisher Preorder link: preorder.playte.com Plotters, Inc., first released as Mit List und Tücke (“With Cunning and Treachery”), is … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/07/dale-yu-review-of-plotters-inc/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Chambered Nautilus   Designers: Ace & Anna Ellett Publisher: Grand Gamers Guild Players: 1+ Age: 13+ Difficulty Rating: 2/3 Time: 60 minutes on the box; 48 min in reality Played with review copy provided by publisher Weblink – https://grandgamersguild.com/Games/collections/18escape   … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/07/dale-yu-review-of-chambered-nautilus-endangered-rescue-4/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Once upon a time, there was a tiny company located in a small town in Tennessee…and through hard work and careful planning and taking the time to get it right, they managed to produce a game that won multiple awards … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/06/excursions-an-opinionated-preview/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
    Stonk Market Designer: Reiner Knizia Publisher: Allplay Players: 3-6 Age: 9+ Time: 20 minutes Amazon affiliate link: Played with review copy provided by publisher Everyone knows that line goes up. Will you be left with the most valuable … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/06/dale-yu-review-of-stonk-market/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
I love checking out the Leder Games offerings as they often dive deep into asymmetric play. When done well, it gives the game a bunch of replay value as you want to see how each new side works. Done poorly, … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/05/gen-con-2026-leder-games-ravensberger/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
  Nijar Designer: David Bernal Publisher: Devir Players: 1-4 Age: 14+ Time: 25 min/player Played with review copy provided by publisher Bathed by the crystal-clear waters of Cabo de Gata and under the white light of Andalusia stands Níjar, … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/05/dale-yu-review-of-nijar/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The strange challenge of bursting balloons with playing cards! #luckygameplay Cradit: Original Owner Note: this video ...
Yes, we’re (thankfully) nearing the end of my Gen Con G(J)ournal, probably just a few posts left. While I find myself in the main hall more often than not, I enjoy it when I get to hop out to smaller … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/04/gen-con-2026-greater-than-games-stonemeier-games-dire-wolf-blue-orange-games/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
    Hellas Designer: Stefan Dorra Publisher: Playte Players: 2-4 Age: 14+ Time: 45 minutes Preorder link: preorder.playte.com Played with review copy provided by publisher Hellas, 480 BC. It’s the rise of classic Greek civilization. After the overwhelming victory of … <a href="https://opinionatedgamers.com/2026/10/04/dale-yu-review-of-hellas/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>