Author name: Variant Berry

A small tin reading Tinderbox is shown. Pictured on the tin is a campfire in a campground. Icons show 3-15 minutes, 2-6 players and ages 6+.
Game Reviews, Other Games

Tinderblox Review

Overview Tinderblox is a small tin, dexterity game that is easy to take on the go. It has a great theme of building a campfire. Designed by Rob Sparks and published by Alley Cat Games, Tinderblox is made for 2-6 players, ages 6 and up and plays in under 15 minutes.  What’s In the Box?

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Game Reviews, Roll & Writes

Castle Party Game Review

Castle Party by Devir is designed for 2-4 players, ages 8+ and plays in about 30 minutes. In this flip and write game, players will place monsters inside their castles for an unforgettable party! The guest list includes various spooky friends, including skeletons, witches, and vampires. Even unicorns are invited to the bash! Frankenstein’s family

berry plays games featured love letter, showing a red drawstring pouch open, with all of the game cards on display next to the bag.
Game Reviews, Card Games

Love Letter – Card Game Review

Love Letter is a small box deduction card game for 2-6 players that plays in about 20 minutes, for ages 10+. It is easy to pick up and a lot of fun to play! I thought we would play 1 or 2 rounds while on vacation, but we ended up playing 6 in one afternoon!

A game box with the words DragonRealm written at the top. A purple dragon flies towards a castle above the sea. The works A Game of Goblins and Gold are written in the right center of the box top.
Board Games, Game Reviews

Dragonrealm Game Review

Overview After having such a fun experience with Dragonwood, our house picked up the next version- DragonRealm by Gamewright. This game provided a lot of additional gameplay value, such as location cards, goblins to compete against, and gold to collect! Rated for two to four players aged ten and older, the game takes about 30

a game box reads Gamewright and Dragonwood at the top. A preen background holds a red dragon in the front left side of the picture and 3 humanoid adventurers to the right. The words 2-4 players Ages 8+ are written on the bottom center.
Game Reviews, Board Games

Dragonwood Game Review

Overview Dragonwood is a fun strategy game that relies on a little bit of luck. Players are on a quest to earn victory points by taking out monsters and gathering powerful magical items. Designed to be played by two to four players of ages eight or older, this game can be played in about 20

A colorful, symmetric box reads Mandala Stones in the center. Also pictured is the Board & Dice logo in the bottom left corner. In the bottom right corner are icons showing 2-4 players, 30 minute play time and for ages 10+.
Game Reviews, Other Games

Mandala Stones Game Review

Mandala Stones is a tile placement game for 2 to 4 players aged 10 and up, and plays in about 30 minutes. I was initially drawn to the game due to the bright colors of the tiles and my love for Azul. This looked like a natural fit for some relaxed game play in my home!

A game box pictured a scene in the woods has the word Everdell written at the top center. Also on the box is the Starling Games logo in the bottom left. A badger standing upright and a mouse are on the right hand side of the picture, looking at a small waterfall.
Features, Board Games, Game Reviews

Everdell Game Review

If you follow me on social media, you know that I am a sucker for good Crowdfunding. Years ago, a friend of mine told me his favorite place to buy board games was Kickstarter. I didn’t fully understand how he could buy a game that no one had reviewed yet, but I loved his game

A box reads Enchanted Plumes on the top center, picturing a peacock in the center. Box top is partially opened, revealing 2 decks or cards inside.
Card Games, Game Reviews

Enchanted Plumes Game Review

Overview Anyone who follows me on social media is well aware that I am a sucker for a quality Kickstarter. It has been the most enjoyable shopping experience for me! I love getting an opportunity to see what up and coming Indie game designers are creating. I radiate with glee as new funding rewards are

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