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A modular board game setup with hexagonal tiles and colorful resource tokens

April 1, 2025
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Tile Placement & Modular Boards

The Genius of Catan: How Its Modular Board Redefined Board Games

The release of Catan in 1995 marked a revolutionary shift in modular board game design. Created by Klaus Teuber, this groundbreaking title challenged the traditional notion of static board...

March 30, 2025
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Worker Placement & Action Selection

How Stone Age Made Worker Placement Accessible

Worker placement board games can seem overwhelming to new players. The complex rules, detailed resource management, and strategic decision-making can make it difficult for casual gamers to get into...

March 23, 2025
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War & Historical Games

Diplomacy Game History: JFK’s Favorite Strategy Game

Diplomacy is a strategic board game that has fascinated world leaders, including President John F. Kennedy. His fondness for this intricate game of negotiation and conquest highlights its intellectual...

A traditional Go board with black and white stones

March 20, 2025
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Classic Board Games

Go Board Game History: Why It’s Still the Toughest Game

The ancient board game of Go stands as a testament to human strategic ingenuity, captivating minds for over 4,000 years. This deceptively simple game challenges players with a depth...

March 18, 2025
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War & Historical Games

Board Games of War: How Conflict and Strategy Shaped Gaming History

Strategy board games history is a testament to human creativity, combining elements of warfare, tactical thinking, and social interaction. From ancient Egyptian temples to modern living rooms, these games...

March 18, 2025
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Classic Board Games

The Timeless Journey of Classic Board Games: Origins, Evolution, and Influence

Classic board games are timeless treasures in human culture, captivating players across generations with their unique blend of strategy, skill, and social interaction. From ancient Egyptian palaces to modern...

Board showing ancient Egyptian board game Sent

March 8, 2025
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Ancient & Medieval Games

Senet: Ancient Egyptian Game of Fate & Afterlife

The Senet game history dates back more than 5,000 years, making it one of the oldest known board games in existence. It originated in Ancient Egypt, where it was...

March 6, 2025
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Famous Board Game Creators

Sid Sackson: The Man Who Revolutionized Game Design

If you’ve ever enjoyed modern board games, you’ve probably experienced the influence of Sid Sackson. Widely regarded as one of the most innovative game designers in history, Sackson transformed...

March 6, 2025
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Strategy & Eurogames

Catan History: How It Started the Modern Board Game Boom

Catan, formerly known as The Settlers of Catan, isn’t just a board game—it’s a cultural phenomenon. Since its release, it has become a cornerstone of modern tabletop gaming. In...

March 5, 2025
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Forgotten & Obscure Board Games

Ancient Egyptian Board Games: A Journey Through The Time

Ancient Egypt was a civilization rich in culture, innovation, and entertainment. Among their many pastimes, Ancient Egyptian board games played a crucial role in both leisure and spiritual practices....