The board game world buzzed with excitement on May 20, 2025, as the highly anticipated nominations for the prestigious 2025 Spiel des Jahres, the German “Game of the Year” award, were officially unveiled. Alongside the main award, the nominees for the Kennerspiel des Jahres (Enthusiasts’ Game of the Year) and Kinderspiel des Jahre
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Good news for eager backers of Gloomhaven 2nd Edition! Cephalofair Games has announced that the highly anticipated product, previously held captive in China by the staggering 145% tariffs, is finally on the move. This development brings a sigh of relief to a community that has been anxiously awaiting their copies of the behemoth dungeon-crawler. Th
Tariff Troubles Force Super7 Layoffs, Highlighting Industry-Wide Impact
The collectible toy industry, a vibrant space fueled by nostalgia and intricate craftsmanship, is currently grappling with a significant economic blow. Super7, a beloved company known for its retro-inspired action figures and pop culture memorabilia, has announced substantial layoffs across 16 states, a direct consequence of the recent and erratic
Clash of the Titans: Battle Monsters Brings Kaiju Mayhem to Your Tabletop
Prepare for an earth-shattering showdown as Battle Monsters, a reimagined take on the classic ’90s Games Workshop board game Battle Masters, is now on Kickstarter, with 14 days to go as of this posting. This isn’t just a nostalgic trip; it’s an epic collision of colossal beasts, as Battle Monsters proudly presents an officially l
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Fans eagerly anticipating the D&D Icons of the Realms: Baldur’s Gate 3 – Character Boxed Set have encountered an unexpected turn of events. WizKids, the manufacturer, has announced that they are offering refunds to purchasers, openly admitting that the recent release “missed the mark” in terms of quality. This move comes after