News Flash: Glyphics Released, Refuge Announced
Submitted by Naomi Laeuchli on 10/06/2025 - 09:59. Category: News
The Op Releases Glyphics
A new edition of Glyphics has been released by The Op. The game was previously released by Big G Creative, and you can read our review of the previous edition here. “Simply choose a word from your card, create using any shapes you need, and be the fastest guesser to win a point!”
Source: https://theop.games/products/glyphics#description
Refuge Announced
Pandasaurus Games has announced Refuge, set for release this month. “Set out on a peaceful nature walk—until dark clouds start to gather. As you explore, you’ll collect beautiful landscapes and observe wildlife, all while racing against an approaching storm. Plan your path carefully and know when to turn back, or risk losing everything in the rain!”
Source: https://pandasaurusgames.com/blogs/pandasaurus-blog/announcing-refuge
SPIEL Essen 25 Preview
Board Game Geek has released their SPIEL Essen 25 Preview roundup. “Hundreds of new games will be introduced at SPIEL Essen 25. This preview covers games debuting at that show or recently released or (for smaller publishers) released since 2024.”
Source: https://boardgamegeek.com/geekpreview/78/spiel-essen-25-preview
Forest Shuffle: Dartmoor Released
A new standalone game in the Forest Shuffle line has been released. “Players compete to build the most valuable environment by placing trees and shrubs, then attracting species to these locations to create an ecologically balanced habitat for flora and fauna.”
Source: https://store.asmodee.com/products/forest-shuffle-dartmoor
The Peak Team Released
Matagot has released a new cooperative game designed by Scott Almes. “As a team of wildlife rangers, your mission is to ensure the well-being of different species in your wildlife reserve while protecting them from potential threats.”
Source: https://store.asmodee.com/products/the-peak-team
New Horrified Game
Ravensburger has released a new game in their Horrified line, this one themed around Dungeons and Dragons. “Cooperate with your friends to complete unique challenges inspired by 4 iconic D&D monsters Beholder, Displacer Beast, Mimic, and Red Dragon—Dodge attacks and protect adventurers.”
Source: https://www.ravensburger.us/en-US/products/games/board-games/horrified-dungeons-dragons--24754
Reviews
Gatsby (Meeple Mountain): “I absolutely recommend it for a player looking for their next quick two-player filler.”
Source: https://www.meeplemountain.com/reviews/gatsby/
Moon Bunny (Geek Dad): “The game’s rules aren’t too complex so kids and less experienced gamers can play it mostly focusing on their own workshops, but players who like something a bit more cutthroat can also have a good time keeping their opponents in check.”
Source: https://geekdad.com/2025/10/reaping-the-rewards-moon-bunny/
Sports Dice: Basketball (What’s Eric Playing) “I will always have a soft spot for the Sports Dice games because they are consistently more fun than they have any right to be, even if I’m just bad at rolling dice sometimes. They’re a simple game model which is earnest about what it attempts to emulate, and I think it succeeds more than falls short, even as a noted not-big-fan-of-sports guy.”
Source: https://whatsericplaying.com/2025/09/22/sports-dice-basketball/
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