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Community GamesJuly 17, 20190Comments 0Likes

Past Spiel des Jahres Winners

To earn the title “_______ of the Year” is always impressive, and there is likely a category for almost anything you can think of, including board games. In 1978 Germany created the Spiel des Jahres (Game of the Year) award in an effort to promote…

GamesJuly 10, 20190Comments 1Like

Abstract Strategy

You’ve played Chess and Checkers, Connect Four, and maybe even Chinese Checkers or Reversi. You’re kind of good at them, but now you’re looking for something new, challenging, and equally strategic. What do those games have in common? They are all part of a broad…

Community GamesJuly 3, 20190Comments 0Likes

Canadian Board Game Designers

When it comes to board games, Canada isn’t the first country most people think of. People will think of Germany maybe, or the U.S. But in recent years, Canada has been slowly collecting board-game acclaim, so for this Canada Day week, we’re going to highlight…

GamesJune 26, 20190Comments 0Likes

Family Time: Board Games Edition

Board Games aren't always good for kids, whether they are too long, complicated, or worse -- shudder -- both. Here are nine games that are fun for the whole family. Qwirkle – 2-4 players Qwirkle is an abstract strategy game which is almost as simple…

Community GeneralJune 19, 20190Comments 0Likes

YEG Music: Local & Live

Who doesn’t love live music? Whether you’re there specifically to listen or simply enjoying the extra ambiance it provides, a musician performing live adds a sense of authenticity to a venue. Not only that, but Edmonton is home to incredibly talented artists, some who are…

Past Spiel des Jahres Winners

Abstract Strategy

Canadian Board Game Designers

Family Time: Board Games Edition

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