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  • bordspellen-sherlock-holmes-consulting-detective-the-thames-murders

    Space Cowboys Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Thames Murders & Other Cases - Board Game (ENG)

    2 reviews

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    Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective is a cooperative game where you have to solve a mystery. Because why were two lions murdered in Hyde Park? Who killed Oswald Mason and why? And who stole the paintings from the National Gallery? To solve these mysteries, you have to look for clues in the newspapers, interview suspects and visit the crime scene. Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective is not a board game (after all, there is no board) and luck does not play any factor in this game! To find the answers, you have to think logically, make connections and visit the right people. Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective is a test of the mental brain! The Games Friends: “ Sherlock Holmes is one of our favorite games ever. You immerse yourself completely in the atmosphere of London in the 19th century, thanks to the fantastically written texts and the included newspapers. The cases are quite tough, but the joy when you have solved the mystery is very great. A big, big, BIG recommendation! ”

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    €44,95

  • bordspellen-gloomhaven (1)

    Cephalofair Games Gloomhaven - 2nd Print - Board Game (ENG)

    7 reviews

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    Gloomhaven is an epic board game full of tactical battles in a world full of constant changes. Players can choose from many characters, all with their own abilities and motivations for traveling to this dark corner of the world. The idea is that you work together to get out of the dungeons and ruins alive. During the campaigns you always get the opportunity to improve and customize your character, you can discover new locations and you continue to expand the world of Gloomhaven. The basic game contains more than 80 different scenarios, which together form a huge campaign. Welcome to Gloomhaven. The best and most beautiful universe in the board game world!

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    €139,95

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    The City of Games The City of Kings: Refreshed - Board Game (ENG)

    3 reviews

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    The City of Kings is a cooperative adventure game, set in a fantasy world with puzzle elements. In The City of Kings you take on the role of a leader and must ensure that you defeat the army of Vesh in a 7-game epic story. Each game offers you a unique puzzle and has varying objectives. But there is much more in The City of Kings, such as building your character, discovering the board and a strategic battle system without dice. The replayability is also good, because you can compete against millions of possible opponents on a board that can be put together in thousands of ways. In addition, you can build your character by choosing from more than 100 options.

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    €79,95

  • bordspellen-descent-legends-of-the-dark

    Fantasy Flight Games Descent: Legends of the Dark - Board Game (ENG)

    4 reviews

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    Terrinoth needs heroes - and there's no better time to create your own legend. Get ready to play the definitive dungeon-crawling board game with the release of Descent: Legends of the Dark. Create your own legend with your friends as you adventure through the vibrant fantasy realm of Terrinoth! Powered by the fully integrated free companion app, Descent: Legends of the Dark puts you in the role of a budding hero with your own play style and skills. Together with your unlikely companions, you embark on an unexpected adventure - an adventure told through the 16 missions of the Blood and Flame campaign. During your campaign you will encounter undead lurking in the mists, demonic barbarians prowling the wilderness, and even more terrifying threats. Descent: Legends of the Dark is not the third edition of Descent: Journeys in the Dark and is not compatible with Descent: Journeys in the Dark content despite being set in the same Terrinoth world. Although Journeys in the Dark included the companion app Road to Legend, that game was always designed as a competitive experience, with one to four heroes playing against a single overlord. Legends of the Dark uses the integrated companion app to deliver cooperative play from the start, so you and your friends can focus solely on becoming the heroes of Terrinoth. Game elements such as combat, fatigue, skills, items and more have been completely revamped with Legends of the Dark, while a new approach to scenario layout and 3D terrain creates striking multi-level scenarios. The app also brings new changes to the gameplay, introducing enemies with customizable strategies, complex status effects and triggers fully managed by the app, and the ability to develop your heroes based on the choices you make in scenarios. You'll also discover plenty of activity between scenarios, such as crafting, shopping in town, upgrading equipment, and more. With 46 pieces of 3D terrain and 40 stunning hero and monster miniatures to engage you in the game, your greatest adventure is here before you!

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    €149,95

  • kaartspellen-arkham-horror-the-card-game-revised-core-set

    Fantasy Flight Games Arkham Horror: The Card Game Revised Core Set - Card Game (ENG)

    5 reviews

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    Arkham Horror: The Card Game Revised Core Set is a cooperative Living Card Game set in the early 20th century. As unspeakable evil and terrifying horrors seek to enter our world, one to four investigators attempt to unravel all the mysteries and conspiracies before it's too late. Each player takes on the role of one of these researchers. During your turn you can play cards, move your investigator from location to location, look for clues, or attack and hopefully defeat a monster. Once all players have had their turn, the Mythos phase begins, in which new threats arise that you will have to deal with. If you take too long, the enemy's agenda will advance, which could lead to an unfavorable outcome for the scenario! But what's new about the Revised Core Set? To be honest, nothing has changed about the game itself. This is still the Arkham Horror: The Card Game that many have come to know and love. The rules are the same, the campaign is the same, the experience is the same. Even the cards are largely the same, with the only difference being a number of new cards that are great for new players. The contents of the box have received an organizational upgrade, meaning it's much easier to find specific cards than before. Additionally, some additional quality improvements have been made, such as new numbered resources and clue/threat tokens, and even a lead investigator token! The Games Friends: " One of our favorite games! We think it's really cool that you can upgrade your character and deck during the game and that the choices you make in the game have direct consequences in the story. "

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    €69,95

  • bordspellen-familiar-tales

    Plaid Hat Games Familiar Tales - Board Game (ENG)

    7 reviews

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    Familiar Tales is a cooperative, deck-building, fantasy adventure for 1-4 players. It is an exciting narrative game in which players take on the role of a wizard's family, tasked with rescuing and raising a displaced princess. They must protect her from the evil forces that would see her dead, but when it comes to children, just surviving isn't enough! Those they know know that every choice they make will affect the young person in their care. If they are victorious and the throne is retaken, what kind of woman will sit on it?

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    €79,95

  • bordspellen-oathsworn-into-the-deepwood

    Shadowborne Games Oathsworn: Into The Deepwood - Board Game (ENG)

    1 review

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    Oathsworn is a Twisting Tales game for 1-4 players where the gameplay focuses on narrative choices and epic miniature battles. The game takes place in the Deepwood, where the Oathsworn fights for humanity's survival against unnatural horrors and the Deepwood itself. Each game you have different encounters and you continue to expand the branching story. The encounters can consist of battles, where players must outsmart the monsters and enemies. As the scenarios progress, players will be drawn into an in-depth legacy campaign where they will gain levels, loot, and new allies to accompany them on their journey. Oathsworn features a unique push your luck combat system of exploding dice where players always have to choose between hitting harder and potentially missing the attack. This combined with a cooldown system called 'Battleflow' makes for a lively and engaging play session.

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    €224,95

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    Awaken Realms Tainted Grail - Board Game (ENG)

    2 reviews

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    Tainted Grail: the Fall of Avalon is an unforgettable solo or cooperative adventure experience for 1-4 players. By combining Arthurian legends and Celtic mythology with a unique vision, you can influence the game world in a deep and meaningful way. A deep, branching storyline lets you tackle problems in different ways, so no two games play the same. Difficult decisions or harrowing choices wait around every corner and seemingly small tasks can reverberate with major long-term consequences. In a land slowly sinking into the Wyrdness and torn by conflict, surviving every day is a challenge in itself. Hunger, illness, bad weather and random incidents all conspire to end your journey. Guardian Menhirs, which kept you traveling safely through the realm, slowly darken, turning simple logistics into a complex puzzle. To overcome these challenges, your character develops along several conflicting lines, such as Brutality/Empathy or Practicality/Spirituality. These traits unlock a rich choice of mutually exclusive skills and lead to different deck-building strategies, making character development meaningful and deep. The character you develop will be tested through dozens of combat and non-combat encounters. Sometimes you have to use brute force, but often diplomacy is a better option. Whether you fight with your strength or your wits, the unique dice-less encounter system makes resolving each conflict fun and exciting while keeping you immersed in the game. In Avalon, a legend awaits behind every stone and every tree. All locations have their own rich stories and secrets to discover. Places and characters are often much more than they seem. As you slowly put together all the pieces of the larger puzzle, the country will always have a surprise waiting for you around the corner. Many secrets can only be discovered after several games. Created by one of the best Polish fantasy authors, Krzysztof Piskorski. The story of Tainted Grail: the Fall of Avalon aims to push the boundaries of non-linear storytelling, building on the rich experience.

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    €119,95

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    DSV Games The Animals of Baker Street - Board Game

    7 reviews

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    In The Animals of Baker Street you take on the role of Clay, Briar, Cherrywood and Calabash and try to solve the biggest mysteries Baker Street has to offer! You play this narrative game cooperatively, so together against the game. Meet characters, find items, collect information and puzzle together to unravel the mystery! The Animals of Baker Street is an exciting detective story for the whole family (but also fun with friends) with a unique setting, written by the famous children's author, Clémentine Beauvais, and Sherlock specialist Dave Neale. The story is sweet, but also exciting, and it contains unexpected twists. In the game you choose together which place you will visit. In these places you will find animal characters that you interact with. Try to collect valuable information that will help you discover new clues. But watch the time! Try to solve the case within the given time to win! The tutorial case allows you to start playing almost immediately!

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    €34,95

  • bordspellen sleeping gods distant skies

    Keep Exploring Games Sleeping Gods: Distant Skies Collectors Edition - Board Game

    1 review

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    San Francisco, 1937. Your cargo plane flies through a portal and transports you into a rugged landscape full of bizarre creatures, devious gods and unknown dangers. Can you find your way back before the portal closes? Sleeping Gods: Distant Skies is a standalone sequel set in the world of Sleeping Gods. Although it builds on story elements from the first game, you don't have to have played Sleeping Gods to enjoy this sequel. The game features new characters and stories; concepts from the original game are explained as you encounter them. We are releasing the collector's edition, which also includes the Thunderstorm Isle expansion, as well as some deluxe upgrades such as miniatures for all characters, a painted airplane mini and metal tokens. The Games Friends: "Sleeping Gods Distant Skies is once again a big hit. It plays a little smoother than its predecessor, but the amount of stories is still just as impressive. We are totally fans!"

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    €109,95

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Cooperative Board Games: Cooperation and Adventure

Cooperative board games have carved out a special place in the world of tabletop gaming. In these games, players work together as a team to achieve a common goal, creating a unique gaming experience that relies on teamwork and strategy. In this article, we’ll explore the world of cooperative board games, discuss some of the most beloved titles like Arkham Horror and Gloomhaven , and discover what makes these games so popular.

What are Cooperative Board Games?

Cooperative board games are games where players play with each other rather than against each other. The goal is to collectively overcome a challenge presented by the game itself. This can range from defeating monsters and solving mysteries to saving the world from catastrophe. The game wins or loses as a whole, which emphasizes teamwork and collaborative strategy.

The Mechanisms of Cooperative Board Games

The core of cooperative board games lies in the way players must work together to beat the game. This often requires communication, planning, and a good division of labor. Many cooperative games include elements such as shared goals, special abilities for each player, and a constantly changing game environment that forces players to remain flexible in their strategies.

Arkham Horror

Arkham Horror is an iconic cooperative game that transports players to the grim world of HP Lovecraft. Players take on the role of investigators attempting to stop supernatural horrors and solve mysteries. The game combines card game mechanics with a deep story, offering an immersive experience full of tension and strategy.

Gloomhaven

Gloomhaven is an epic cooperative board game known for its extensive campaign and deep gameplay mechanics. Players take on the role of adventurers in a dark fantasy world and work together to defeat enemies, find treasures, and discover the game’s storyline. Gloomhaven offers a rich strategic experience that can provide hundreds of hours of fun.

Why are Cooperative Board Games So Popular?

The popularity of cooperative board games can be attributed to several factors. First, these games foster a sense of community and cooperation. Instead of competing against each other, players work together to achieve a common goal, which can lead to stronger bonds and a more satisfying gaming experience.

In addition, cooperative games often offer deep and compelling stories that fully immerse players in the game world. This, combined with challenging game mechanics, makes for an engaging and repeatable gaming experience.

Additionally, cooperative games can be a great introduction for new players, as experienced players can help and guide less experienced players, reducing the learning curve and increasing the fun.

Strategies and Tactics in Cooperative Board Games

In cooperative board games, effective communication and planning are essential. Players must coordinate their actions and develop strategies to overcome the challenges of the game. It is also important to be flexible and adapt your strategy to changing circumstances within the game.

Using each player’s unique skills is another important strategy. Many cooperative games give each player a specific role or skill that can be crucial to the team’s success. Making the most of these skills and working together effectively can make the difference between winning and losing.

Variations within the Genre

Cooperative board games have a wide variety of themes and game mechanics. Some games combine cooperative elements with other genres, such as deck-building or role-playing games. This creates a wide range of gaming experiences within the cooperative genre.

An example of a hybrid cooperative game is Mansions of Madness, which combines elements of story-driven gameplay with puzzles and action. Each cooperative game offers its own unique challenges and experiences, keeping the genre dynamic and diverse.

So?

Cooperative board games like Arkham Horror and Gloomhaven offer a unique and engaging gaming experience that emphasizes teamwork and strategy. These games have made a lasting impression on the board game world and remain popular for their deep stories, challenging gameplay, and the way they bring players together.

Whether you’re a seasoned board game enthusiast or new to the hobby, cooperative board games offer an exciting and rewarding way to play with friends and family. Explore the world of cooperative board games today and experience the magic of teamwork and adventure for yourself.

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