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Pandemic Legacy - Season 1
Co-operative
The premium TV box-set of board games that is one of the most exciting and unique experiences you can have.
A small group of close friends who are happy to meet regularly and work together well. Also especially good for couples.
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$70.00
1 hr 30 mins
2
4
3
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Gloomhaven: Jaws of The Lion
Co-operative
A dungeon crawler and slightly slimmed down box from its bigger brother Gloomhaven
Those looking for a campaign of fighting monsters and getting treasure
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$50.00
1 hr 30 mins
1
4
4
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Unlock - Escape Adventures
Co-operative
Three ‘escape the room’ games in one box with no need to leave the house
Small groups looking for something simple that gets their mind working
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$30.00
1 hr
1
6
2
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Jaipur
Competitive
A beautifully designed two player card game about trading in an Indian market
Any two people. It’s a great holiday game for a couple
Review →
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$25.00
15 mins
2
2
2
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Pandemic Legacy season 0
Co-operative
The final instalment of the Pandemic legacy trilogy
Those ready for the final chapter of the legacy series
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$80.00
1 hr
2
4
3
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Burgle Bros
Co-operative
A co-operative heist game in which you have to get the loot and get out!
People that are up for a challenge and working as a team
Review →
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$47.00
1 hr
1
4
3
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Pandemic Legacy - Season 2
Co-operative
The premium TV box-set of board games that is one of the most exciting and unique experiences you can have.
A small group of close friends who are happy to meet regularly and work together well. Also especially good for couples.
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$70.00
1 hr 30 mins
2
4
3
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Codenames Duet
Co-operative
It’s the amazing Codenames, but perfected as a 2-player co-op version
Review →
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$20.00
30 mins
2
4
2
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Pandemic
One of the best co-operative games of all time about saving the world from a virus
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$25.00
1 hr
2
4
4
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Unlock - Timeless Adventures
Co-operative
Three ‘escape the room’ games in one box with no need to leave the house
Small groups looking for something simple that gets their mind working
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$30.00
1 hr
1
6
2
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Unlock - Mystery Adventures
Co-operative
Three ‘escape the room’ games in one box with no need to leave the house
Small groups looking for something simple that gets their mind working
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$30.00
1 hr
1
6
2
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Unlock - Secret Adventures
Co-operative
Three ‘escape the room’ games in one box with no need to leave the house
Small groups looking for something simple that gets their mind working
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$30.00
1 hr
1
6
2
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Spirit Island
Co-operative
Island Spirits join forces using elemental powers to defend their home from invaders. (Plays like a more complex suped up Pandemic)
Those looking for a more in-depth co-op game and have played enough Pandemic
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$60.00
1 hr 30 mins
1
4
2
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Exit
Co-operative
Escape the room in a box, can only be played once.
Puzzle lovers
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$15.00
1 hr 30 mins
1
3
2
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Unlock - Heroic Adventures
Co-operative
Three ‘escape the room’ games in one box with no need to leave the house
Small groups looking for something simple that gets their mind working
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$30.00
1 hr
1
6
2
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Unlock - Exotic Adventures
Co-operative
Three ‘escape the room’ games in one box with no need to leave the house
Small groups looking for something simple that gets their mind working
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$30.00
1 hr
1
6
2
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Patchwork
Competitive
A cute little game for couples, each competing to make the tidiest quilt
People that want something peaceful and with minimal confrontation
Review →
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$35.00
30 mins
2
2
2
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Raptor
Competitive
Scientists vs dinosaurs in a simple to play game with hidden depth
For a couple or parent and child. Dinosaur love isn’t a necessity but recommended.
Review →
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$35.00
30 mins
2
2
2
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Fog of Love
Co-operative
A self-described romantic comedy of a game that’s as much about staying together as it is about falling in love.
Best played with your significant other, but good friends will also enjoy the twists and turns of a fictional relationship.
Review →
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$42.00
1 hr 30 mins
2
2
2
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Keyforge
Competitive
It’s a collectible card game without deck building as every deck is uniquely made by an algorithm.
Great for a couple looking for something a little deeper without the complexity or expense of collecting cards.
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$20.00
30 mins
2
2
2
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Hive
Competitive
Hive is a wonderful two player strategy game. The object is to surround your opponent’s queen bee before they surround yours.
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$20.00
20 mins
2
2
2
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15
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Arkham Horror: The Card Game
Co-operative
A campaign with a story, complete with a number of ‘choose your own adventure’ style moments.
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$35.00
1 hr 30 mins
1
2
2
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Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective
Co-operative
A game of actual detective work and sleuthing, ready your note books.
Perfect for couples but also for a group of friends and family on a nice day
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$50.00
1 hr 30 mins
1
4
2
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Tides of Time
Competitive
A short, simple card game played with just 18 cards
Ideal for couples on long train journeys or those looking for a break from Snap
Review →
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$12.00
15 mins
2
2
2
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Lost Cities
Competitive
A simple 2 player card game accessible to anyone
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$15.00
30 mins
2
2
2
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Santorini
Competitive
A more dynamic and pretty version of the old Connect 4, Tic Tac Toe style of games
Lovers. Friends. Siblings. As long as there are two of you.
Review →
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$30.00
20 mins
2
4
2
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Fox in the Forest
Competitive
A brilliant update on the 15th century game Trumps
People who love playing classic card games but with a twist.
Review →
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$15.00
20 mins
2
2
2
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Fugitive
Competitive
2 player game of fugitive vs. detective – a simple challenge of trying to stay one step ahead.
Great for couples or friends who want to go head to head
Review →
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$23.00
20 mins
2
2
2
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7 Wonders Duel
Competitive
A remixed version of a modern classic, designed with couples in mind
Lovers. Friends. Siblings. As long as there are two of you.
Review →
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$35.00
30 mins
2
2
2
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Escape the Dark Castle
Co-operative
A simple nostalgia filled game of escaping a castle.
A simple game for people that loved that 80s or are looking for a nice filler for their board game night
Review →
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$30.00
30 mins
1
4
2
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Twilight Struggle
Competitive
A cagey, cerebral face-off set during the Cold War
History buffs and/or keen gamers
Review →
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$60.00
2 hrs
2
2
2
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Haleakala
Competitive
A game about building totems by a Hawaiian volcano whilst skipping a boat around the shores.
A game about building totems by a Hawaiian volcano whilst skipping a boat around the shores.
Review →
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$20.00
40 mins
2
2
2
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Cube Quest
Competitive
A simple 2 player game that’s all about flicking
Any two people who like a good flick.
Review →
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$25.00
15 mins
2
2
2
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Odins Ravens
Competitive
A racing game with ravens
Buy it
$20.00
20 mins
2
2
2
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Morels
Competitive
Walk through the woods, collect mushrooms, and cook them up for tasty points.
Buy it
$20.00
30 mins
2
2
2
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Chronicles of Crime
Co-operative
A co-operative crime solving game that uses an app to help find clues and interview suspects
Buy it
$30.00
1 hr
1
4
4
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Splendor
Competitive
A peaceful game of gems and jewels
Review →
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$40.00
30 mins
2
4
3
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Sushi Go
Competitive
An adorable card drafting game that’s easy for anyone to play
It’s a real family game, nothing too deep but great for the pub.
Review →
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$8.00
15 mins
2
5
4
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Fabled Fruits
Competitive
A game that changes every time you play it. Oh and it’s about buying animals with fruit.
A couple or small group of friends that regularly play together
Review →
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$40.00
20 mins
2
5
4
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Escape: The Cursed Template
Co-operative
Ten minutes of panic, adrenaline and escaping an ancient temple with all the treasure you can carry
Almost anyone really, just as long as they can think fast an under pressure.
Buy it
$60.00
10 mins
1
5
4
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Loony Quest
Competitive
Mario and Sonic the board game. Yes, really.
Ideally for friends, family and kids looking for something quick and a lot of fun.
Review →
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$30.00
20 mins
2
5
4
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Colt Express
Competitive
Inept outlaws attempt to outdo each other during a train heist
Great family game or opener for friends. Easy to play and lots of silly fun.
Review →
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$40.00
30 mins
2
6
5
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Now Boarding
Co-operative
Co-operatively organize the airlines to keep the skies moving
Buy it
$43.00
40 mins
2
5
4
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Flick ‘em Up
Competitive
A simple game to live out your spaghetti western fantasies with just a few flicks.
Great for a family gathering and extra funny after a few drinks
Review →
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$25.00
20 mins
2
10
4
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A Take of Pirates
Co-operative
A real-time game of co-operative fun as you and your friends crew a pirate ship in chaos across a swashbuckling campaign.
Those looking for a game that keeps evolving each time it comes to the table, perfect for couples or small groups.
Review →
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$45.00
30 mins
2
4
2
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Go Cuckoo
Competitive
KerPlunk in reverse. Build a nest out of sticks and put all your eggs in it without it falling apart.
For families and friends – bonus difficulty with alcohol
Review →
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$15.00
15 mins
2
5
4
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Forbidden Island
Co-operative
A simple co-operative game similar to Pandemic
Those not quite ready for the intermediate complexity of Pandemic
Buy it
$20.00
30 mins
2
4
4
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Kingdomino
Competitive
The award winning game of building a kingdom from colorful dominos
Buy it
$20.00
15 mins
2
4
4
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Galaxy Trucker
Competitive
Prepare for unknown dangers by building the best spaceship possible.
Review →
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$30.00
1 hr
2
4
4
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Karuba
Competitive
A sedate and blissful game of puzzle solving
Ideally for friends, family and kids looking for something that’s peaceful and non-confrontational.
Review →
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$35.00
30 mins
2
4
4
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Fuse
Co-operative
A manic ten minutes of collaborative bomb defusing
Bit complex for little kids, but otherwise pretty universal
Review →
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$25.00
10 mins
1
5
4
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Super Rhino
Competitive
Jenga meets Uno as you build a house of cards that comes tumbling down.
Great for kids and/or drunken adults
Review →
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$15.00
10 mins
2
5
3
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Chickapig
Competitive
A four-way sliding Chess remix with a defecating cow
Review →
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$15.00
30 mins
2
4
4
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Zombie Kidz Evolution
Co-operative
A simple puzzle game of fighting zombies with a legacy twist
Great for kids looking for a simple legacy game
Buy it
$23.00
15 mins
2
4
4
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The Quiet Year
Co-operative
Explore the Story of your community with just paper and pencils.
An interesting story telling game for a group or couple
Review →
Buy it
$50.00
2 hrs
2
4
4


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