Board Game Reviews
Looking for in-depth, honest board game reviews? You’ve come to the right place. At Board Game Hits, we dive into the mechanics, strategy, and solo play experience of modern tabletop games, breaking down what makes them great–or what might leave them gathering dust on your shelf. Whether you’re a new solo board gamer or just curious about what’s worth your time, these reviews will help you find your next favorite game. Check out the reviews below and find your next board game hit! Looking for something specific? Try the search function located in the menu.
Terraforming Mars: Automa Review – Solo Play at Its Best?
·855 words·5 mins
Terraforming Mars: Automa! A smart AI opponent, the complete multiplayer experience, and full expansion compatibility make this a must-play.
Terraforming Mars Review: Corporate Rivals on the Red Planet
·1922 words·10 mins
Dive into Terraforming Mars, where every strategic decision reshapes the Red Planet in a high-stakes game of innovation and corporate rivalry.
The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era Review
·2474 words·12 mins
The Elder Scrolls: Betrayal of the Second Era brings Tamriel to the tabletop with deep character building, tactical battles, and epic adventures.
Potion Explosion Review: A Chain Reaction of Fun!
·1087 words·6 mins
Discover the magic of Potion Explosion! A fun, tactile board game of strategy, chain reactions, and chaos. Read our full review and see why it’s a blast!
Red Rising Solo Review: How Will You Lead?
·1995 words·10 mins
Uncover the brilliance of Red Rising, a dystopian board game brimming with strategic hand management, combos, and a thrilling solo mode.
Sprawlopolis Review: A Pocket-Sized City-Building Puzzle
·1362 words·7 mins
Build the city of your dreams with Sprawlopolis! This tiny 18-card game delivers endless strategy, clever mechanics, and urban-planning fun.
Cartographers Heroes Review: More Monsters? No Problem!
·1016 words·5 mins
Learn how Cartographers Heroes expands on the original with devious monsters and heroic defenders. Does the sequel chart new territory or get lost in the woods?
The Networks Solo Review
·1245 words·6 mins
Run your own TV empire! Read our review of The Networks—a board game that blends card drafting and zany TV-themed fun.
Dead Cells: The Rogue-Lite Board Game Full Review
·2144 words·11 mins
A full, spoiler-free review of the board game adaptation of Dead Cells! A thrilling and pixel-perfect adaptation of the rogue-lite experiencefor your tabletop.
Codenames Review: A Spymaster's Strenuous Tightrope Walk
·1071 words·6 mins
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a spymaster? In this board game review, you’ll find out how Codenames challenges your word-association skills.
Under Falling Skies Review: Save Earth, One Roll at a Time
·1379 words·7 mins
An in-depth review into the thrilling experience of defending Earth solo in Under Falling Skies–where every dice roll could save humanity or doom us all.
Cartographers Solo Review: Lovely Maps, Frustrating Scoring
·1417 words·7 mins
Discover why Cartographers shines with friends but stumbles in solo play. A detailed look at this flip-and-write game’s beautiful map-making and scoring issues.