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Absolutely. Dominion is a fantastic game and isn't that difficult to learn either. In fact, you won't have to read the majority of those rules at first. Also, as much as I enjoy Dominion and Settlers, the game Seven Wonders beats them all, IMO.I got Dominion this past Christmas for my kids. We opened it up and I tried to look at the rulebook, which was like 35 pages long, and pretty friggen complicated. I was flabbergasted, put the game away, and never picked it up again. Should I give it another go? Can somebody give me a cliff-notes of the rules?Should I dust it off.My gaming friends and I have been playing Dominion (and its four expansions) virtually every weekend for the past year. It hits all the right niches for us: simple to learn; expandable beyond four players; wife-friendly; quick -- 30 minutes or less per game; almost infinitely replayable without repeating the exact same game.Will give Thunderstone a secnd look, though I'm holding out for another upcoming game from Alderac -- Nightfall!Also, while I do love Dominion, I've chosen to embrace Thunderstone as my game of choice in this genre. Purely for thematic reasons. I've always been a big D&D nerd at heart, so Thunderstone grabs my attention in a way Dominion never could.But Dominion is still the game I'd always recommend to new gamers.Smoo is spot on with his recommendations of Dust and Dominion.
We still fall back on Settlers/Seafarers of Catan once a month or so, using a few house rules that make it a bit more exciting. And we've been playing 7 Wonders regularly since it arrived last month.
On those weekends when the wives opt out of a gaming session, we go with Fury of Dracula, Arkham Horror, Cosmic Encounters or Battlestar Galactica.
Just sucks its not for 2 players.Absolutely. Dominion is a fantastic game and isn't that difficult to learn either. In fact, you won't have to read the majority of those rules at first. Also, as much as I enjoy Dominion and Settlers, the game Seven Wonders beats them all, IMO.I got Dominion this past Christmas for my kids. We opened it up and I tried to look at the rulebook, which was like 35 pages long, and pretty friggen complicated. I was flabbergasted, put the game away, and never picked it up again. Should I give it another go? Can somebody give me a cliff-notes of the rules?My gaming friends and I have been playing Dominion (and its four expansions) virtually every weekend for the past year. It hits all the right niches for us: simple to learn; expandable beyond four players; wife-friendly; quick -- 30 minutes or less per game; almost infinitely replayable without repeating the exact same game.Will give Thunderstone a secnd look, though I'm holding out for another upcoming game from Alderac -- Nightfall!Also, while I do love Dominion, I've chosen to embrace Thunderstone as my game of choice in this genre. Purely for thematic reasons. I've always been a big D&D nerd at heart, so Thunderstone grabs my attention in a way Dominion never could.But Dominion is still the game I'd always recommend to new gamers.Smoo is spot on with his recommendations of Dust and Dominion.
We still fall back on Settlers/Seafarers of Catan once a month or so, using a few house rules that make it a bit more exciting. And we've been playing 7 Wonders regularly since it arrived last month.
On those weekends when the wives opt out of a gaming session, we go with Fury of Dracula, Arkham Horror, Cosmic Encounters or Battlestar Galactica.
Should I dust it off.
You actually can play it with 2 players with a slight variation that is included. But definitely better with 3-7.Just sucks its not for 2 players.Absolutely. Dominion is a fantastic game and isn't that difficult to learn either. In fact, you won't have to read the majority of those rules at first. Also, as much as I enjoy Dominion and Settlers, the game Seven Wonders beats them all, IMO.I got Dominion this past Christmas for my kids. We opened it up and I tried to look at the rulebook, which was like 35 pages long, and pretty friggen complicated. I was flabbergasted, put the game away, and never picked it up again. Should I give it another go? Can somebody give me a cliff-notes of the rules?My gaming friends and I have been playing Dominion (and its four expansions) virtually every weekend for the past year. It hits all the right niches for us: simple to learn; expandable beyond four players; wife-friendly; quick -- 30 minutes or less per game; almost infinitely replayable without repeating the exact same game.Will give Thunderstone a secnd look, though I'm holding out for another upcoming game from Alderac -- Nightfall!Also, while I do love Dominion, I've chosen to embrace Thunderstone as my game of choice in this genre. Purely for thematic reasons. I've always been a big D&D nerd at heart, so Thunderstone grabs my attention in a way Dominion never could.But Dominion is still the game I'd always recommend to new gamers.Smoo is spot on with his recommendations of Dust and Dominion.
We still fall back on Settlers/Seafarers of Catan once a month or so, using a few house rules that make it a bit more exciting. And we've been playing 7 Wonders regularly since it arrived last month.
On those weekends when the wives opt out of a gaming session, we go with Fury of Dracula, Arkham Horror, Cosmic Encounters or Battlestar Galactica.
Should I dust it off.
Hope you mean Descent 2ed. Just came out.You might look into Pandemic as well. Co-op game that's pretty fun.I went to GenCon this year and saw one game called Balance of Power. Basically Risk but with the dice removed and replaced with a paper-rock-scissors mechanic that was fun.
Definitely a great game that is very accessible, easy enough to play that you don't have to be a board game
Played a fun game caled COSMIC ENCOUNTER last night.
to enjoy it; I definitely recommend it for mixed company as well as for hardcore gamers. A true classic!I've owned the Avalon Hill version for over 10 years (and around 100 other board games because I'm a true boardgame geek) 
I like the cut of your jib.
I heard that they're making (or have made) a new version of Dungeon...
Take a look at Leviathans by Catalyst Game Labs. Other than that, maybe Dreadfleet by Games Workshop. Not quite fleet combat, but the new XWing by Fantasy Flight might scratch that itch. X Wing is great fun.
I am sure I am missing a bunch but,Space Combat:Star Wars: X-wing Miniatures just came outStarfleet BattlesFederation CommanderBattleship GalaxiesStar Trek Fleet CaptainsSpace Empire Building:EclipseSpace Empires: 4XTwilight Imperium 3rd EditionEmpires of the VoidTraditional - are you more interested in ancient, classical, or modern?
I remember this game as a kid called Carrier Strike or some such. You had a few carriers and each one had planes to launch, etc. The planes could launch torpedos, Zeros could intercept, etc. I am wondering for something similar for me and my son, but updated a bit perhaps.
WW2 era or space really.
Broadway G included it in his list, but since you are looking for something to play with your son I would start with
Yep, good times. Good times.
Ordered it, will be here Thursday. Any other suggestions? TSR used to make a SciFi RPG called Star Frontiers, and it had a space combat game played with pieces on a mat. Each ship had a sheet tracking damage, missiles remaining, etc. Good stuff. Anything similar to that?
I think Traveller had a space combat component to it.Also not space combat, but you might start looking into Battletech. You might be able to get the old clix version (called Mechwarrior Dark Age) for cheap.
Have you tried Midway? I'm not sure if it's still in print. Probably is or can be found without too much trouble.
Sweet! Now I just have to figure out a place that is allowing pre-orders.
Picked up Ticket to Ride yesterday, when I passed a hobby shop on my way to a work event in Bowling Green, KY. Looking forward to playing it this weekend. Everything I have heard about it was good.
If you have the basic USA version of Ticket to Ride then pop an extra $10-$15 for theSweet! Now I just have to figure out a place that is allowing pre-orders.
ETA - Preordered for a good price at coolstuffinc.com.
Thanks for the heads up. I actually got a cramp in my hand trying to shuffle those little cards yesterday.If you have the basic USA version of Ticket to Ride then pop an extra $10-$15 for theSweet! Now I just have to figure out a place that is allowing pre-orders.
ETA - Preordered for a good price at coolstuffinc.com.
A lot really depends upon what type of game(s) you're looking for and that you think your family will enjoy. Some games are equally great as a family game or with a group of adults. Some games are cooperative, some are more or less player interactive, some have strong theme elements that add to the enjoyment depending upon what you and your kids like. Ticket to Ride will definitely push the time envelope but is a feast for the eyes, simple to learn/play, and equally entertaining for adults and families. It's one of the games I introduced early on to my kids. Niagara is another beautiful game that isn't quite as universally appealing as Ticket, but kids will get a real kick out of watching canoes roll down the river and descend over Niagara Falls (uses clear discs to simulate the river inlaid into a 3-D contoured board laid atop the box top and bottom to simulate rapids and allows canoes to travel downstream and often very literally take the ultimate plunge).'dancer said:
Castle Panic is a good one as mentioned above (Ticket to Ride is great, as well). Tsuro is a 15 minute game and can handle multiple players.'dancer said:
Please report back - can't wait to hear your about your experiences, particularly with Battleship Galaxies.Have Battleship Galaxies and Memoir 44 in my possession. Should be playing my son a bit tonight. Found a pdf of the Knight Hawks rules and counters, so I might even give that a try as well.
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We had a game called NFL Quarterback, I believe. You called an offensive play, the defense called a play, and based on the holes in the defense card, it showed outcomes. You then spun a wheel to tell you what happened for yardage, etc. Fun game.
Thanks.
Sounds like NFL Strategy - Tudor. Good stuff. Its predecessor was called Foto-Football by Cadaco. You put the offensive play down and the defensive set over it - turned on the light and saw where the offensive player touched a defensive guy (tackled).NFL Strategy
Thanks for the info. We gave Forbidden Island a try and that worked out great - the kids really like the idea of a game where we work together, so there are no winners and losers. I plan to give Castle Panic a try as well, I think that theme would work well - family is into fantasy in general, having been through all of Harry Potter and now reading LOTR. What other co-operative games can you recommend?
We played a game of the simple version without the tactics cards to get a handle on gameplay and such. Seems like it will be a fun game. Will have to see how the cards play into it all after a few games.Please report back - can't wait to hear your about your experiences, particularly with Battleship Galaxies.Have Battleship Galaxies and Memoir 44 in my possession. Should be playing my son a bit tonight. Found a pdf of the Knight Hawks rules and counters, so I might even give that a try as well.
This dropped yesterday, if anyone else wants to get this at $12.99. My copy will arrive tomorrow. Hope it's as good as the 80's version.Sweet! Now I just have to figure out a place that is allowing pre-orders.
ETA - Preordered for a good price at coolstuffinc.com.
