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Essen SPIEL

Wispwood by Czech Games Edition invites players into a glowing, ever-shifting forest of whimsical wisps and clever tile-laying. Plus: SPIEL 2025, the human element in board gaming, the making of The Game Makers, big box games, and the impacts of tariffs.

The viral sensation Tinderblox is getting two follow-up games: Tik Tak Trek and Barbecubes. Plus: SPIEL Essen 2024, board game tournaments, augmented reality in board gaming, an interview with game artist Andrew Bosley, and balancing game collecting vs. compulsion.

Construct the greatest ancient city by building monuments and attracting residents in World Wonders. Plus: highlights from SPIEL Essen 2023, 3D board games, the art of Heather Vaughan, thematic game packaging, and the origin story of Brotherwise Games.

Bid, design, and unveil your dream home in Arcane Wonders' latest game, Dice Manor. Plus: highlights from SPIEL 2022, the impacts of war in Ukraine, the evolution of tile-laying games, Four Corners, and a spotlight of Genius Games and Artana.