Games Archives - Gifts for Card Players

Loved Exploding Kittens but now what?

Posted on February 15, 2020February 15, 2020 by giftsadmin

Exploding Kittens has to be one of the most original card games of all time using a non-traditional card deck. It's the perfect crossing point for cat lovers and card players - and if you loved the original Exploding Kittens card game, don't think that the fun ends there.

Whatever Happened to Gammonline?

Posted on December 27, 2019December 27, 2019 by giftsadmin

We took a look at the history of Kit Woolsey's famous Gammonline, one of the largest (and arguably best) backgammon platforms out there and what happened to it.

Masque of the Red Death – Review

Posted on November 29, 2019December 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Masque of the Red Death - Gifts for Card Players

Inspired by the Edgar Allan Poe short story of the same name, Masque of the Red Death take a few games to get the hang of - but it's well worth it.

So What’s the AI-Powered Board Game St. Noire All About?

Posted on October 3, 2019October 2, 2019 by giftsadmin

St. Niore Board Game Review - Gifts for Card Players

Board games that have been slightly enhanced with the help of technology are always exciting and, board games that are played with the help of accompanying apps are becoming increasingly popular. We were pretty stoked when we heard about a new Alexa-enhanced murder mystery game called St. Noire and had to check it out.

What’s Up with Ms Monopoly?

Posted on September 26, 2019September 20, 2019 by giftsadmin

Board game creator Hasbro recently released a completely new take on an old classic and rebranded the game with Ms Monopoly on the box – and a few changes to the rules, including female players earning more. It’s an attempt at equalizing the playing field, but it’s been released to so much criticism that it instead flips the board. Players aren’t happy with the attempt, and many critics of the game are saying that it does more harm than good.

Board Game Lounges Are Cool

Posted on August 29, 2019September 2, 2019 by giftsadmin

Board game lounges date back several hundred years - being anywhere people can get together to play board games – from Dungeons & Dragons through to backgammon. They're the board game version of an arcade, and there’s almost certainly one near you.

Good Times with Betrayal – Board Game Review

Posted on August 15, 2019August 9, 2019 by giftsadmin

Betrayal at House on the Hill - Gifts for Card Players

If you're somebody who enjoys a game that changes every time you play it, or who enjoys to role-play when you play games, or if you're a seasoned tabletop game player looking for a new kind of scenario to play out, check out Betrayal.

Going Down Memory Lane With 1313 Dead End Drive

Posted on July 4, 2019June 28, 2019 by giftsadmin

1313 Dead End Drive Board Game Review - Gifts for Card Players

13 Dead End Drive is a fun, deduction-style murder mystery game that will give you the challenge of learning how to bluff convincingly. You have to be careful how you reveal the cards you have, otherwise, you could fall into a trap! Read our review here.

Ditch The Screens: 5 Key Benefits To Playing Games With Your Kids

Posted on June 24, 2019December 30, 2019 by giftsadmin

Play games with your kids - ditch the screens

It’d be so easy to bring out the iPads and let everyone entertain themselves. But, here are five great reasons to ditch the screens and opt for a game instead.

Brush Up on Your Detective Skills And Solve the Chronicles of Crime

Posted on June 20, 2019June 14, 2019 by giftsadmin

Chronicles of Crime Board Game - Gifts for Card Players

If you’re a police procedural fan and love solving mysteries, check out Chronicles of Crime. Developed thanks to a Kickstarter campaign, this game combines co-operative crime scene investigation with an app, a board game and some virtual reality, for good measure.

Building Your Own Spice Trade Route with Century: Spice Road

Posted on June 13, 2019June 7, 2019 by giftsadmin

Century: Spice Road Game Review - Gifts for Card Players

Have you had the chance to explore any games that focus specifically on deck building? On a recent trip to try out some new board games, this one caught our reviewer's eye. Into olden age of piracy? Check this review out.

Can’t Stop Playing Catan!

Posted on June 6, 2019June 10, 2019 by giftsadmin

Game of Thrones Catan - Gifts for Card Players

Catan’s got it all: strategy, skill, competition and fun — the perfect combination in a board game.

Weird Board Game Commercials

Posted on May 30, 2019June 20, 2019 by giftsadmin

Board games are cool - but sometimes their TV commercials are even cooler. Or weirder. And you know how those commercials just kind of stick in your head forever? While were feeling reminiscent, here's a few that come to mind - with links!

Exploring Magic Kits

Posted on May 2, 2019May 3, 2019 by giftsadmin

Many professional magicians consider magic kits corny, but they can still remember their first one! If you buy the right kit, it can be a great inspiration for a young card player or magician. We spoke to The Magic Shop about all things magic and checked out some of the kits on the market.

Oregon Trail – Card Game Review

Posted on April 25, 2019April 23, 2019 by giftsadmin

This card game is an enjoyably frustrating reimagining of the Oregon Trail computer game where players work together to move along the trail, fording rivers and playing Supply Cards to overcome calamities.

Duelling Nexus: Yu-Gi-Oh’s Duel Monsters Online

Posted on April 18, 2019June 20, 2019 by giftsadmin

Yu-gi-oh Duel Nexus Online - Gifts for Card Players

Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters is one of the most popular trading card games of all time - but did you know you can now play online? So much fun! Here's our review.

Risk Legacy: For Seasoned Risk Players Looking For Something New

Posted on April 11, 2019May 3, 2019 by giftsadmin

Risk Legacy Review - Gifts for Card Players

"Risk: Legacy was one of the best designed board games we have ever had the pleasure of playing together." Love the game of Risk but are tired of playing it? Well we're sure Risk: Legacy will bring you back on board.

Disturb the Peace with Anomia

Posted on April 4, 2019September 6, 2019 by giftsadmin

Anomia is a hilariously fun card game for family games nights or your buddy's place on the weekend. Check out our review here.

Bananagrams Take Two

Posted on March 28, 2019April 1, 2019 by giftsadmin

Before Bananagrams came another game called Take Two. If you love Scrabble but hate waiting, then Bananagrams and Take Two are the games for you! Here's our 'how to'.

Wasabi: The Competition Game That Makes You Hungry

Posted on March 21, 2019March 15, 2019 by giftsadmin

Wasabi Board Game - Gifts for Card Players

Test your sushi-making skills in a lightning fast game of Wasabi with up to 3 friends and I’ll bet it’ll make you hungry. Read on for full review!

Codenames Board Game: Clean, Simple, Strategic

Posted on March 14, 2019March 17, 2019 by giftsadmin

Codenames Board Game - Gifts for Card Players

Released in 2015, this board game has quickly become a titan. With minimal pieces and rules, Codenames is quick to learn and mentally stimulating to play. Read more for full review.

Back to Basics with Battle Chess

Posted on March 8, 2019March 4, 2019 by giftsadmin

Battle Chess is a classic. Here's a bit about it's history and influence on gaming.

Zombies, pirates, wizards, killer robots: 4 reasons why you need to play Smash Up.

Posted on February 26, 2019February 28, 2019 by giftsadmin

Smash Up Card Game - Gifts for Card Players

Have you ever imagined what it might be like to control a horde of zombies or a ruthless crew of pirates? How about both together? This is something that the game Smash Up can offer, the chance to combine two factions of monsters, whether that be alien invaders and ninjas or wizards and killer robots.

Bioshock Infinite: The Siege of Columbia Where Tactical Strategy Wins Every Night

Posted on February 24, 2019April 1, 2019 by giftsadmin

As a long-time avid video gamer, I excitedly played through each story in the Bioshock series, marveling at the combination of detailed architecture, frightening characters and creepy ambience. Years later, I was blown away to be given the Bioshock Infinite: The Siege of Columbia board game through a Reddit gifts exchange.