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INTRO Wizkids is republishing 🏰 "Princes of Florence." Step into the lavish world of 👑 Renaissance Italy 🇮🇹. In this euro board game where you will play as a noble, you will use pawns, polyomino tiles, and cards. Lead your dynasty, build your principality, inspire great works of prestige, and compete for fame in this masterpiece designed for 1 to 5 players that plays in about 20 minutes per player. GAMEPLAY The game spans over seven action-packed rounds, each with two exciting phases that keep you on the edge of your seat 🥳 Auction Phase: Experience nail-biting bidding wars as players compete to claim valuable objects like landscapes, jesters, builders, and bonus cards. Strategic bidding and outmaneuvering opponents are key to securing one object per player 🎯 Action Phase: After the Auction Phase, players take center stage, performing up to two actions in clockwise order. This presents thrilling opportunities to purchase freedoms, acquire artisans, obtain bonus cards, or complete works. 💼 Effective cash management and 💡 thoughtful actions greatly impact your success. Additional Features: Princes of Florence includes rule modifications for two players ensuring a seamless experience. The game also features a solo mode. 📖 The detailed instruction manual with examples addresses all your anticipated questions, making learning and mastering the game a joy. HIGHLIGHTS 🌟 The art is really pretty. The layout of the cards makes the complexity of the game easy to digest. 🧩 I like that you start with four profession cards to keep three, so you have the availability to decide what you’d like to aim for. 🎯 The fact that there are some overlaps on which buildings, landscapes, and freedoms you want to focus on. 🏰 The scoring is very exciting. 💰 Auctioning while balancing what to build and where to build it adds a level of complexity that makes me want to play this game over and over again 🔄 Also, the player screen gives you extra secrecy to keep your Florins 💸 money hidden. Even though this is a euro-game, the game doesn’t feel like a solitaire adventure. When scoring, you can decide whether to exchange fame for cash, keeping you wanting to be the higher scorer, so you can get the extra score and ensure you complete work during each round. CONCLUSION 👑 If you're a fan of euro games and enjoy the challenge of playing with polyomino tiles, Princes of Florence is a must-have addition to your collection. 🧩 It offers splendid balance and the exhilarating thrill of competing for prestige. 🌟 Embrace the Renaissance splendor and embark on this captivating journey! 🏰 However, keep in mind that this game is more suited for seasoned players, so be cautious about introducing it to newcomers too soon. 😊 Can’t wait to try "The Muse and the Princess" expansion 🎉🎭

INTRO ¡Hola! Are you ready for the ultimate gaming extravaganza? If you haven't already, you absolutely must check out the mind-blowing Gen Con 2023 Preview on BoardGameGeek (BGG). Brace yourself, because BGG is more than just a place to add games to your collection. Can you identify the pieces from the below picture? UNVEILING THE HIDDEN GEMS OF BGG I must admit, I live under a rock, and it wasn't until recently that I stumbled upon the hidden gems of BGG's diverse offerings. And guess what? There's so much more to this gaming hub than meets the eye. Throughout the year, there are numerous conferences that are practically paradise for all board game fanatics! Imagine being surrounded by like-minded enthusiasts, where you can forge new connections, explore and acquire the latest games, rub shoulders with brilliant publishers and designers, and, of course, indulge in epic board gaming with friends and other fellow board gamers. It's a dream come true! CONFERENCES PARADISE But wait, there's more! Hold on to your meeples, because Gen Con Indy is right around the corner! Rumored to be the grandest board game and tabletop gaming convention in all of North America, this legendary event promises an experience like no other. Although I haven't had the pleasure of visiting Indianapolis just yet, I've marked my calendar for the eagerly anticipated Gen Con 2024 – it's going to be epic! What makes Gen Con even more mind-blowing is that it's the ultimate launchpad for countless games making their debut in the North American market. Can you imagine the thrill of being among the first to get your hands on the hottest releases? It's a true gaming paradise! Speaking of exciting releases, have you seen the BGG preview boasting a whopping 556 games that will be gracing the conference? Trust me; I'm already bouncing off the walls with anticipation! The sheer diversity and innovation showcased in this lineup are enough to set any gamer's heart aflutter. MY GAMING GOLD: MUST-HAVE TITLES ON MY LIST Now, it's time to share the gaming love! I've compiled a list of games that I either pre-ordered or own and have already enjoyed playing. And let me tell you, these titles are pure gold. Trail Blazers, Clever 4 Ever, My Shelfie, Cubirds and Rome in a Day, in particular, have taken up permanent residence in my heart. PLAYED GAMES Based on the list of games in the BGG article for Gen Con, these are the games I have played. I would enjoy playing these games in any setting, with any gamer, any day. I will be writing reviews for them, so stay tuned. Rome in a Day Trail Blazers My Shelfie Clever 4 Ever Savernake Forest Kiwi Chow Down Tokaido Duo My City Roll and Write Cosmoctupus RA Astra After Us Cubirds DeCrypto Boop Halloween Valbara The Princes of Florence Next Station Tokyo WISH LIST List of games that I’d love to play and am waiting for my local board game store to get, so I can add them to my collection Beacon Patrol Sea Salt Paper Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West Number Drop Tucana Builder Scram Beer and Bread Cascadia Landmarks Nocturne Point City Sagrada Artisans Diced Veggies My Island MAYBE LIST Uncertain about these games, but eager to give them a try! Tapple 10 GAP Whale to Look Nine Tiles Extreme Steam Up CONCLUSION In conclusion, it's time to gear up for the gaming journey of a lifetime! Whether you're attending Gen Con in person or experiencing it through the magic of social media, the excitement is bound to be electrifying. Personally, I'll be closely following the event via the internet, eagerly awaiting every gaming revelation. Who knows, amidst the multitude of games showcased, you might just discover your new all-time favorite! So, embrace the thrill, the camaraderie, and the anticipation. Who knows, you might just stumble upon your new favorite game! But be careful, you don't want to blindly add games that will collect dust in your collection. Gather your friends and enjoy a game! May your rolls be critical and your strategies triumphant!

🌿 Calling all Nature Enthusiasts! 🌳 Get ready to become a conversation expert and travel into the heart of the Kavango Region of southern Africa with Mazaza Games debut game: Kavango. The game plays 1-5 players, and it plays in about 15 minutes per player. The game is played over three rounds with ten turns each. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins. These points can be earned by introducing new animals to their reserve, completing tasks, and by getting end of game awards. 🚀 Kickstarter Launching in September! Launching on Kickstarter this September, Kavango promises a gaming experience that combines the thrill of passing cards akin to 7 Wonders and the joy of building your own tableau. The game is reminiscent of Wingspan 🕊️, but it has unique blend of mechanics. The cards are super cute and the iconography is clear and concise. Gameplay Delight: More than Meets the Eye! Picture this: a sprawling landscape, vibrant and teeming with life, all on a 3' by 4' area. Yes, you heard it right! Even with three players, we managed to navigate the vast expanse of Kavango, creating our own nature reserves in the process. 🌍👫 What sets Kavango apart is its simplicity and fun factor. The game unfolds in just three rounds, making it an ideal choice for a quick game that brings in strategy and a sprinkle of luck. 🌱 Components The game comes with a well detailed rulebook, loads of cards: conservation expert cards that adds an asymmetric touch to the game 160 species cards divided into three separate piles to ensure balance action cards research task cards conservation awards, and rewilding cards Five player boards that include a meeple, money cubes, protection board, and a money supply card in different colors, a central board that keeps track of score, the research cards, a producer die, and the climate protection tracker. Please note that I played a prototype of the game, so there may be some discrepancy on the components I played with. 🏆 Compete and Craft: Building the Ultimate Nature Reserve! Compete with your friends as you use animal cards and Conservation Awards to craft the most spectacular Nature Reserve. The goal? Achieve the highest score and emerge as the ultimate Conservation Expert! 🏆🐾 🌟 Pros: Why you may love Kavango Why will you fall in love with Kavango? It's not just a game; it's an experience. Easy to teach, fast to play, and it has gorgeous art. The cards are beautiful, the iconography is clear, and each card has a blurb about the animal. Kavango seamlessly blends entertainment with education. The central board provides structure to the game as it keeps the score, the research tasks that get replenished at the beginning of each round, and the climate protection area that adds a cooperative sense to the game. The game plays relatively quickly and it's a simultaneous play, so there's no real downtime for those that get bored easily. The three rounds are spaced out evenly in the sense that higher-value animals come out later in the game, so you can focus on first building your ecosystem to then be able to get more higher-value animals. 🐘 The Elephant in the Room: Size Matters Now, let's address the elephant in the room—quite literally. The game requires a large space. While this adds to the immersive experience, it may pose a challenge if your table isn't on the larger side. Consider this factor when planning your game nights with a larger group. When I played this game, we managed to play in 3' by 4' table at three players, but it felt very crammed. 🌟 Conclusion: Ready for a Wild Adventure? Get ready to embark on a wild adventure with Kavango! Mark your calendars for the Kickstarter launch in September and prepare to unleash the conservationist in you. 🗓️🌟 Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the tabletop world, Kavango promises an unforgettable experience filled with strategy, fun, and a touch of education. I am curious about the final product, and how it plays at 2 and more players. Happy gaming! 🎲🌿