That's a good list of games. Fishing is probably my favorite new game of last year - it's just fun every time. Let's Go to Japan is also a favorite but that's not too much of a surprise since we love Josh Wood's previous games (Cat Lady and Santa Monica). I prefer Slay the Spire to the video game because of the co-op aspect of it which makes it better - the only downside is the playtime is kind of long if you try to ascend all the way and actually survive long enough to do that. I like to break it up to keep it from going too long. Six of VIII is great - I'd say go ahead and start with the advanced rules, it makes the game better and isn't much more complex.
I've started playing Let's Go to Japan on BGA and have really enjoyed it — maybe I'll break it out this weekend. And Fishing is so high on my to-play list, I just need the right group. Love the thoughts!
ARCS should be at or near your #1 priority to play. I have found that the experience can be divisive, but I think that Cole Wehrle is an absolute genius, and this design is no exception.
Slay The Spire working wasn't on my list of expectations in 2024, but with the inclusion of co-op, it's an entirely novel experience for me and in my top 20 games of all time.
That's a good list of games. Fishing is probably my favorite new game of last year - it's just fun every time. Let's Go to Japan is also a favorite but that's not too much of a surprise since we love Josh Wood's previous games (Cat Lady and Santa Monica). I prefer Slay the Spire to the video game because of the co-op aspect of it which makes it better - the only downside is the playtime is kind of long if you try to ascend all the way and actually survive long enough to do that. I like to break it up to keep it from going too long. Six of VIII is great - I'd say go ahead and start with the advanced rules, it makes the game better and isn't much more complex.
I've started playing Let's Go to Japan on BGA and have really enjoyed it — maybe I'll break it out this weekend. And Fishing is so high on my to-play list, I just need the right group. Love the thoughts!
ARCS should be at or near your #1 priority to play. I have found that the experience can be divisive, but I think that Cole Wehrle is an absolute genius, and this design is no exception.
Confirming everything I've heard — thank you! I'll keep it right at the top.
Slay The Spire working wasn't on my list of expectations in 2024, but with the inclusion of co-op, it's an entirely novel experience for me and in my top 20 games of all time.
Yeah, that cooperative element is what really tipped it over for me, I think. Glad to hear it!