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  • Review: Lata

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    The Portuguese canning industry developed throughout the 20th century, going through periods of great splendor and playing an extraordinarily important role in the social fabric of coastal fishing communities. Following the massive boom driven by the soaring demand during World War II, the industry enjoyed a period of stability marked by product quality consolidation and the opening of foreign markets. Now you have the chance to run a local cannery in the 1950s, producing and selling the country’s famous canned sardines and mackerel.

    This is the premise behind Lata, designed by Costa and Rôla (Yinzi, Moesteiro, Café). First published in 2023 by PYTHAGORAS in a trilingual English, German, and Portuguese edition. The artwork is illustrated by Marina Costa (Café, Pessoa, Quinto Império II).

  • Review: Dune – Imperium

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    Arrakis. Dune. The Desert Planet. Raise your banner above the vast wasteland that stretches before you. Now that the Great Houses of the Landsraad are gathering their forces and their spies, whom will you influence and whom will you betray? A tyrannical Emperor. The inscrutable Bene Gesserit. The shrewd Spacing Guild. The fierce Fremen of the Deep Desert. The power of the Imperium can be yours, but war is not the only way to seize it.

    This is how Dune: Imperium is presented, designed by Paul Dennen, responsible for the Clank! series, Wild Tiled West, or Eternal: Chronicles of the Throne. First published in 2020 by Dire Wolf Digital in an English version. The illustrations are handled by Clay Brooks, Brett Nienburg, Raúl Ramos, and Nate Storm.

  • Review: Nucleum

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    When Elsa von Frühlingfeld used recently isolated uranium to heat a pitcher of water and then used the resulting steam to power an engine in a process she called “atomization,” a new era of energy dawned. Her device, called “Nucleum,” made Saxony the center of European science and engineering. Now, a generation later, inventors, engineers, and industrialists flock to the Saxon court to become the leader of this new industrial revolution.

    This is how we are presented with Nucleum, a design by Simone Luciani (Grand Austria Hotel, Tzolk’in: The Mayan Calendar) and Dávid Turczi (Imperium, Tawantinsuyu: The Inca Empire). First published in 2023 in an English version by Board&Dice. The artwork is handled by Andreas Resch (Istanbul, Il Vecchio, Great Western Trail) and Piotr Sokołowski (Loot, Merchants).

  • Review: Faraway

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    Beyond the Sea of Mists lies Alula, a mysterious continent. Journey across its ever-changing world and uncover the wonders it conceals. Meet its inhabitants, unravel its secrets, and gain more renown than your opponents. Explore the continent, take on quests, and gather the resources needed to fulfill them. Plan your journey carefully because, at the end of the game, you will score your points in reverse order—starting with the very last card you played!

    This is how Faraway is presented—a design by Johannes Goupy (Queenz, Orichalcum) and Corentin Lebrat (Draftosaurus, Arkeis). First published in 2023 by Catch Up Games in a French edition, with artwork by Maxime Morin (Garden Nation, Codex Naturalis).

  • Review: Expeditions

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    The eyes of the world are on Siberia, where a massive meteorite crashed near the Tunguska River, reawakening ancient corruption. An expedition led by Dr. Tarkovsky ventured into the taiga to uncover more about the meteorite and its impact on the land. Eager for adventure, heroes from the war privately fund their own Expeditions to Siberia in hopes of finding artifacts, conquering challenges, and ultimately achieving glory.

    This is the premise of Expeditions, designed by Jamey Stegmaier (Scythe, Viticulture). First published in 2023 by Stonemaier Games in English, with art provided by Jakub Rozalski (Hero Brigade, Scythe).

  • Review: Forest Shuffle

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    The forest is full of life: animals run around the glades looking for plants and insects to feed on. Some prefer the dense tree canopies, while others favor the lush undergrowth. However, one thing these forest creatures do have in common is that they only feel safe in the shelter of the trees.

    This is the premise of Forest Shuffle, a design by Kosch (FYFE). First published in 2023 by Lookout Games in English and German versions. The illustrations are handled by Toni Llobet, marking his first foray into the world of modern board games.