In Hens from Little Rocket Games, players become poultry breeders trying to create the most beautiful and harmonious backyard. This is one of the titles by Italian designer, illustrator, and publisher Giampaolo Razzino, which made its way to us during this year’s Planszówki w Spodku convention—and it immediately caught attention, because honestly, who doesn’t love chickens? 😀 Let’s take a closer look!
The forest is a living organism, where beneath the surface an intense, silent struggle for survival takes place. In Mycelia, you take the role of a mycelium that expands, fruits, and spreads spores to gain dominance in a world full of competition. This title combines the feel of biology with tactical competition over space. And if things get too cramped in this underground realm, the North American Expansion comes to the rescue, introducing trees, symbiosis, and an option for a fifth player.
Whispering Woods, published by Muduko, is a title that many board gamers following the international market have been eagerly awaiting. Created by Cristian Bustos and Bernardo Vásquez, this engaging abstract game puts you in the role of animal guardians of the forest, expanding it while fulfilling goals whispered to you by the trees.
“Jump Drive” from Rio Grande Games is a fast-paced card game by Tom Lehmann, set in the universe of the classic “Race for the Galaxy.” Unlike its older sibling, it’s more approachable while still capturing the spirit of building a space empire and chasing powerful card combos. Let’s see what this deck has in store.
Vines and Flowers is a family-friendly puzzle game in which you collectively build a pergola covered in vines and flowers. It’s being published on Kickstarter by the California-based Whales Entertainment. Creating the three‑dimensional structure is very satisfying, and the gameplay flows smoothly and pleasantly. Read on for our review, and if you like what you see, consider supporting the game in the final stretch. The campaign runs until 16:00 on August 30.