Strategy games

Deeper games for groups that like to plan: euros, engine builders and campaign games.

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Strategy games buying guides

The best co-op board games for families, couples and groups, from light card games to deep strategy, with player count, time and age for each.

Best ofBest Gateway Board Games for Beginners

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The best gateway board games for adults new to modern board games: easy to learn, quick to play, with real decisions. Player count, time and age for each.

Buying guideDeck-Building Games Explained

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What deck-building games are, how a typical turn works, why players love them, and how to choose a first deck-builder for your group.

Buying guideHow to Choose a Board Game

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Pick the right board game for your group by player count, play time, complexity, age and theme, plus what the numbers on the box really mean.