There is a reason why Memory is a classic game. The core mechanic has been mixed into hundreds of games throughout the years. True, it isn’t a “flashy” game, but there is a subtle strategy to it that makes it appealing. Plus, memorization is a skill that we could all benefit from strengthening, regardless of age or gender. Continue reading
A previously unannounced 2011 game has been .. well .. announced! The new game is GUBS. GUBS is a 20 minute card game for 2-6 players, ages 10 and up. Players will discover a lushly illustrated fantasy world based around a group of imaginative creatures called Gubs. The object of the … Continue reading
Zombie Dice is a press your luck dice game lovingly wrapped around a zombie theme. Game play is very straight forward, but there is also an element of risk vs. reward which makes an otherwise dead simple game slightly more complex. This game plays fast which means it’s great for parties, quick filler games, and most importantly, little geeks. Continue reading
A spin-off game, like a movie sequel, often fails to meet the standard set by the original. In this case, though, we ask, “Does this game succeed where the original (in my less-than humble opinion) failed?” Read on! Continue reading
If I am getting my facts right, the story breaks down like this: A group of inmates started playing D&D in prison and tried to get others to play. This was seen by one inmate as “recruitment” into a gang. An anonymous letter was sent to the prison officials regarding … Continue reading
You are going to play a lot of games with your kids. Good ones and bad ones, long ones and short ones. Regardless of value or length of the game, you are creating fun memories for them and for you. One way you can help capture and record these memories is by journaling what you played. Father Geek is happy to help you out. Continue reading
Drinking a nice Merlot, wrapped in a blanket, and playing World of Warcraft. That’s how I get my relaxation on after a long day at the office. My three boys are asleep and safe, my wife is “doing her thing”, and my Worgen Hunter just dinged level 65. All is … Continue reading
I was informed by a fellow father geek that I stated Zombie Dice was my least favorite game of 2010 (according to the Dice Tower podcast, episode 195). This is a true statement. My experiences with Zombie Dice in 2010 were not good. The game was (in hindsight) poorly explained to … Continue reading
After listening to the Dice Tower podcast (episode 196), I downloaded the free iPhone/iPad game Zombie Dice. This game is a (shotgun) blast! I loved it so much, I ran down to my local Games By James store and purchased the real thing. Now, game in hand, I can’t wait … Continue reading
This weekend, my two oldest boys played Rattlesnake, Exago, and Blokus a good deal. And by “play” I don’t mean getting out the game and looking for players. No, what I mean is that they get out the games and then come up with fun things to do with them … Continue reading
A friend of mine, Steve, hosted an all day games event at his house over the weekend. Nothing special. No balloons. No cover band. No open bar. It was a fantastic time and all it took was a couple of tables and chairs, some food, good people, and great games. … Continue reading
A dad has kids on the go, but can’t always keep up. They all love to play board games, but where are the games about sports? If the dad can’t run outside, how about playing sports games sitting down? Do such games exist? Lucky for him (and you), there are games to be had! Continue reading
