All articles tagged with #board game
Lionsgate is developing a Monopoly movie with Margot Robbie's production company, LuckyChap, expressing confidence in the project's potential blockbuster success. Despite Hasbro's previous attempts to create a cinematic universe based on its toys and games, such as Transformers, the outcome remains uncertain given the mixed results of past adaptations like Battleship.
The new Catan game, "New Energies," introduces modern issues like overpopulation, pollution, fossil fuels, and clean energy, where players must choose between cheaper fossil fuel power or research-intensive renewables, counter pollution with "green tokens," and deal with the effects of climate change. The game ends if pollution reaches a certain level, but it carries a hopeful message and is produced sustainably. With new gameplay mechanics and artwork, it offers a fresh experience for players.
Modiphius Entertainment is releasing a cooperative, story-driven board game titled Mass Effect the Board Game - Priority: Hagalaz, set during the events of Mass Effect 3 and designed by Eric Lang and Calvin Wong Tze Loon. Players will fight back the Reapers on the Normandy with branching narrative campaigns, customizable squad abilities, and evolving stories. The game will feature 32 mm scale pre-assembled plastic miniatures of iconic characters and is set to be distributed by Asmodee in 2024.
Asmodee is set to release Mass Effect the Board Game - Priority: Hagalaz, a co-op game for up to four players set during the events of Mass Effect 3, featuring branching campaigns and adaptable player choices. Players will control characters such as Garrus, Liara, Tali, Wrex, and both male and female Shepard, each represented by a 32mm-tall plastic miniature figurine, with customizable abilities and gear. The game, designed by Calvin Wong and Eric Lang, is scheduled to launch in 2024, with preorders opening closer to the release date.
Fallout fans can now pre-order Fallout: Factions, a tabletop PvP skirmish game set in Nuka-World, designed by James Hewitt. The game features miniature models, standard ten-sided dice, and a streamlined resolution system, offering fast and tactical gameplay. With multiple crews to choose from, players can engage in campaign-style battles on a 24”x36” board, with each game lasting around 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and veterans of miniature wargaming.
Stonemaier Games has released the highly anticipated Wyrmspan board game, with a launch sale offering a $10 discount off its retail price of $65. Designed by Elizabeth Hargrave and featuring unique elements, the game has already sold over 12,000 copies on its first day. Wyrmspan is not compatible with Wingspan despite being inspired by its mechanics, and is available for purchase through the publisher's shop while supplies last.
Monopoly Go, the free-to-play version of the classic board game, offers limited dice rolls to players. To earn more dice rolls, players can log in daily for bonuses, invite friends, or progress further. Alternatively, players can use free dice links provided in this guide. The guide regularly updates with new dice links, ensuring safe access to freebies without the risk of malware. Players must be at least level 15 to unlock albums and redeem the dice rolls. Additionally, the article mentions other freebies available for games like Reverse 1999, Honkai Star Rail, and Genshin Impact.
The popular action board game Unmatched will be adding Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher series and five other iconic characters to its roster, including Buffy, Deadpool, Bruce Lee, Beowulf, and Shakespeare. The game, known for its graphic design and miniatures skirmish gameplay, will release two products featuring three playable characters and two battlefields each. The partnership between Restoration Games and CD Projekt Red aims to accurately represent The Witcher lore while introducing innovative and intriguing gameplay.
Publisher Aniplex has announced Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Mezase! Saikyou Taishi!, a board game-style video game set in the world of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba for the Nintendo Switch, with a planned release in 2024 in Japan. The game will support up to four players and will also have online multiplayer functionality.
Guilty Gear Strive: The Board Game, developed by Level 99 Games, offers a unique tabletop experience that translates the mechanics of the popular fighting game series into a tactical board game. The game features familiar characters, special abilities, and install transformations, mirroring the virtual sibling. Players strategically use cards to execute attacks, manage resources, and outsmart their opponents. The game will be compatible with other Level 99 Exceed fighting games and will launch on Kickstarter on August 22.
CCP Games has partnered with Titan Forge to bring Eve Online, the popular spacefaring MMO, to the tabletop with a board game adaptation called Eve The Board Game. The game, set to launch on Kickstarter later this year, aims to capture the complex gameplay and enduring legacy of Eve Online, known for its ruthless player-driven narratives. The board game will feature Euro-game mechanics and allow players to wage war on a massive scale. Titan Forge, known for its high-quality miniatures, is confident in delivering an authentic and captivating experience for both Eve fans and board game enthusiasts.
Tactical RPG Gloomhaven, based on the acclaimed board game, is set to release on Nintendo Switch on September 18th. Players can choose to play through the original 95 scenarios or the digital-exclusive Guildmaster campaign, with the option of up to four-player online co-op. The game will launch with two DLC packs and is available for pre-order on the Switch eShop with a 10% discount.
Space Marine: The Board Game, featuring Titus battling against Tyranid miniatures, will be released soon in Target stores, while Space Marine II is set for release later this year.
The official Apex Legends board game has launched on Kickstarter, with a funding goal of $244,491 to be reached by June 8. The game is expected to arrive in June 2024 and is a team-based, tabletop skirmish game for up to four players, featuring highly-detailed, unpainted minis of four legends. Backers of any tier will receive a free copy of the planned Loba expansion when it launches, and additional characters are planned for future expansions.
Call of Duty: The Board Game, developed by Arcane Wonders, will be launched on Kickstarter this fall and released worldwide by holiday 2024. The game aims to recreate the experience of playing the video game using novel combat, movement, and line-of-sight mechanics. It will be set in the era of the 2019 reboot of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and include the same weapons and memorable maps. The two-player base game will be available for $50, and multiple sets can ultimately be combined for four-player matches. The game will also have cooperative campaigns and will grow and expand with its player base.