Marvel Zombies: Heroes’ Resistance promises to be the budget-friendly entry into the epic Marvel Zombies universe. But is “budget-friendly” really the right word? And more importantly: is this a cooperative game you can enjoy if …

I Don’t Like Party Games – But These 5 Are Worth It! I say this a lot because, for the most part, it’s true: I don’t like party games. Most of them are cheap, throwaway titles that rely on quiz mechanics, charades, or other over…

Daitoshi – First Impressions from a Steampunk Yokai City When I posted a picture of Daitoshi on my Instagram, one of my viewers commented, “This is one of those times when Amator pretends he knows what he’s talking about.” Thanks…

Abstract strategy games come in many flavors, but one title has undeniably become an icon of the genre — the Azul series. The first installment won over fans with its beautiful design and addictive gameplay, and the sequels tried…

A review of Azul: Duel and how it met—or missed—my expectations. I'm one of those players who thinks the original Azul is just about perfect. Aside from the travel edition, I never felt the need to explore other versions. Tha…

Music for Board Games Do you enjoy listening to music while playing board games? I definitely do — having something playing in the background sets the mood, and when the music actually builds the game’s atmosphere, it’s just perf…

Explore a Galaxy of Star Wars-Themed Board Games From epic battles between the Rebellion and the Empire to daring missions across the Outer Rim, Star Wars board games bring the saga to life on your tabletop. Whether you’re a seas…