Set-Collection

  • Review: Splendor Duel – The Counterfeiters

    Modify the rules in your favor with clever Counterfeiter cards and gleaming Trinket tokens. Counterfeiter cards alter the rules thanks to bold new tactics. Brand-new Royal cards bring new abilities.

    This is how The Counterfeiters is presented to us, the first expansion for Splendor Duel, designed by Marc André (responsible for the original Splendor or Barony) and Bruno Cathala (Yamataï, Five Tribes). First published in 2026 by Space Cowboys in an English version. The artwork is by Davide Tosello (Victorian Masterminds, Orbis, Fairy Tale Inn).

  • Review: Tapestry

    Create the civilization with the richest history, from the dawn of humanity into the future. The path you choose will radically alter real-world history: your civilization will be unique and one of a kind!

    This is the premise of Tapestry, designed by Jamey Stegmaier (Scythe, Viticulture). First published in 2019 by Stonemaier Games in an English edition. The illustrations are handled by Andrew Bosley (Everdell) and Rom Brown.

  • Review: Forest Shuffle – Dartmoor – Exmoor

    The rugged landscape of Exmoor, with its steep cliffs and vast moors, is home to numerous plant and animal species. Rediscover familiar elements and discover new ones against the backdrop of this unique environment.

    This is how Exmoor is presented to us, the first expansion for Forest Shuffle: Dartmoor designed by Kosch (FYFE). First published in 2026 by Lookout Games in English and German versions. The illustrations are by Toni Llobet and Judit Piella.

  • Review: First Giants

    Dinosaurs, flying reptiles, and giant mammals. Create the most prestigious exhibition! You will become paleontologists and collect the most beautiful fossils to display them in your museum. Choose which specimens you will study and use their exclusive abilities before adding them to your exhibition. Decide carefully when you will exhibit your fossils, because once they are in the exhibition, you will no longer be able to benefit from their effects. But don’t wait too long either: if you do, you might lose the opportunity to score points.

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    This is how we are presented with First Giants, a design by Matthew Dunstan and Brett J. Gilbert, the minds behind Elysium, of which this game is a reimplementation. First published in 2026 by Space Cowboys in an English and French edition. The illustrations are done by Maud Chalmel (Take Time, Shamans) and Jessica Cognard (her debut work in the board game world).
    It is published in Spain by Asmodee (the game is completely language-independent, except for the rulebook). It allows for games of 2 to 5 players, with a suggested minimum age of 10, and an approximate duration of 30 minutes. The suggested retail price is €29.95. For this review, we have used a copy of the Spanish edition by Asmodee, which the publisher has kindly provided us as a review copy.

  • Review: Everdell Silverfrost

    On the other side of the snow-capped mountains of Crestaguja, south of the Everdell valley, lies the rugged region of Silverfrost. There, critters brave the cold seasons to enjoy the serene beauty of this land and the warmth of a loyal community. It is up to you to build and maintain a city in this inhospitable landscape. You must clear accumulated snow, light fires to keep your citizens warm and thriving, and complete important missions for the Ranger Guild.

    This is how we are presented with Everdell Silverfrost, designed by James A. Wilson and Clarissa A. Wilson (Everdell, Everdell Duo). First published in 2025 by Starling Games in an English version. The illustrations are handled by Enggar Adirasa (Everdell Duo, Mistfall) and Lukas Siegmon (Age of Innovation, Hallertau).

  • Review: Gachapon Trick

    Your pockets are full of coins and your instincts are sharper than ever. Outsmart your rivals in a fierce trick-taking game and show off your fortune to collect the coolest figures.

    This is the premise of Gachapon Trick, designed by Daniel Newman (Mori, Watch). First published in 2024 by New Mill Industries in an English version. In 2025, it was published by Playte. Illustrations are handled by Sai Beppu (Mountain Goats, Sluff Off!) and Wanjin Gill (Cerdeña, Orapa Mine).