Beets Bombs and the Blüffs Game Review

American novelist Tom Robbins, reportedly said "The beet is the most intense of vegetables. The radish, admittedly, is more feverish, but the fire of the radish is a cold fire, the fire of discontent, not of passion. Tomatoes are lusty enough, yet there runs through tomatoes an undercurrent of frivolity. Beets are deadly serious." In this game, Tom is absolutely correct. Plant your beets and hope you get them before your neighbors. But be careful! In the fields are also bombs intended to make quick work of would-be beet thieves! Pick your plants wisely.

Cutthroat Ninja Game Review

Japanese martial artist, actor, filmmaker and writer, Sho Kosugi said: "Only a Ninja can stop a Ninja." And as badass as that sounds, it's also probably true. Ninja's approach their target from the shadows and strategize their attack before even drawing their weapon. The only good thing about having a Ninja hunt you is that you won't have to worry about it very long because you'll very soon be dead. Which, you know, is convenient and strangely thoughtful. In this game, you and your other Ninjas are all attacking the same target, but only one of you will earn the honor of landing the fatal blow!

Strikerz Soccer Card Game Review

Uruguayan journalist, writer, and "global soccer's pre-eminent man of letters," Eduardo Galeano said, "In soccer, ability is much more important than shape, and in many cases, skill is in the art of turning limitations into virtues.” In this game, you need not be a star athlete, but you do need to be on the lookout for opportunities to score at every turn. Victory won't go to the strongest or the fastest here. Victory goes to the shrewdest card player.

ElevatorUp Game Review

English poet noted for his war poetry during the Second World War and his wry memoir of the Western Desert campaign, Keith Douglas, said "Life is like an elevator. Up and down, make sure you get off on the right floor." In this game, players will be riding up and down the elevator with the single intent of controlling the console that determines which floor to visit. Keep your options open, or you will find yourself traveling to a destination that won't lead to victory.

Endangered World Game Review (prepublished version)

Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, and political ethicist Mahatma Gandhi said, "The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated." Animal rights and protection have long been a topic of ethical and political conversation. One way to strengthen the need and awareness of this cause is to continue to drive home the message of how fragile our world is and the need for us - as a species - to take a higher level of accountability and responsibility. This game, designed for families, will certainly help even the youngest of geeks understand the need to protect and remind many adults, as well.

Dicey Curves: Road Rally Game Review

One of the most successful racing drivers in the history of the sport, Mario Andretti, said, "If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough." In this game, control is necessary to win with your two-car team, but victory is not given to the fastest. As your team lead, you must manage your resources, timing, and position to take the lead and score the points.