A new generation of board games is making their way into the market. With more than 1,000 games released each year, the demand for games is growing. With interesting mechanics and unusual themes, these games will stand out from the usual worker-placement games. One such game is Pendulum, which features three sand timers that control when players can move their workers and which spaces are free. It requires some mental planning and strategy to master the game.
New 2020: The Board Game is designed for a group of players, and gives players the opportunity to earn money, make friends, and avoid disaster. Players roll dice and move a piece corresponding to the number of spaces they roll. In addition, players draw Social Media cards to discover new events occurring in the year 2020. After landing on a space, players must resolve the space, which could mean earning new friends or paying off debts.
Stardew Valley: The Board Game is a co-op strategy game that requires intense planning and cooperation. It can take up to three hours to complete. The tabletop version of the popular video game is faithful to the source material. It is sold out in the Stardew Valley store, but the developer, ConcernedApe, has promised future printings.
The game is also designed to make players feel as though they are in the game. This can be an excellent experience for newcomers or experienced gamers alike.