{"id":28140,"date":"2026-01-06T09:38:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T13:38:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/?p=28140"},"modified":"2026-01-06T09:38:21","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T13:38:21","slug":"article-2025-staff-tabletop-game-picks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/article-2025-staff-tabletop-game-picks\/","title":{"rendered":"The Games We Loved in 2025 &#8211; asmodee Canada Team Favourites"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>2025 has come to an end and as we head into a new year, we thought it would be fun to look back at our team\u2019s top picks from the past year. Some were new and some were classics that we wanted to share with you. Read on to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-team\">The Team<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alexandra: Human Resources Coordinator, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Andr\u00e9e-Anne: Marketing Director, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anh-T\u00fa: Game Developer, Next Move Games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>David: IT Technician, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Erin: Account Manager, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eug\u00e9nie: Graphic Designer, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jean-Fran\u00e7ois: Head of Studio, Next Move Games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Julie: Accounting Technician, Next Move Games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kalinda: Product Manager, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marc-Andr\u00e9, Head of Purchasing, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marie-\u00c8ve: Event Coordinator, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Martin: DTC Clerc, Logistics, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maxime: Website Supervisor, and Graphic Designer, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Myriam: Human Resources Business Partner, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Philippe: Project Manager, Design &amp; Development, Next Move Games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ryan: Senior Account Manager, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Samuel: Warehouse Clerk, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sonia: Marketing Coordinator, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sylvie: Digital Marketing Manager, asmodee Canada.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vincent: Game Developer, Next Move Games.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-games\">The Games <strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/harmonies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Harmonies<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 1-4 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Alexandra, Philippe, Vincent and Erin\u2019s Choice!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/harmonies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2024\/07\/HARMONIES_SPREADBOX_COM-edited-1024x682.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20161\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this board game, combine reflection, strategy, and creativity with involvement and the joy of creating your most beautiful landscape to welcome animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Harmonies is more than a game; it&#8217;s an invitation to build, explore, and dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>At the heart of the game\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Harmonies captivates with its innovative mechanics: 3D landscape creation, tile placement, and pattern development. Each decision impacts the ecosystem you create, offering a deep and satisfying gaming experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Philippe:<\/strong> <em>The game\u2019s graphic style is exceptional. The game is so enjoyable in terms of building small biomes and manipulating small tiles. The range of possibilities is so vast that you want to play several rounds.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vincent:<\/strong> <em>A family game with a satisfying sense of accomplishment. Anyone can play, but it involves some great strategic moments.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Erin: <\/strong><em>Beautiful game, easy to learn, easy to teach, strategic without being hard.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-lord-of-the-rings-duel-for-middle-earth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Lord of the Rings \u2013 Duel for Middle-earth<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 2 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Andr\u00e9e-Anne\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-lord-of-the-rings-duel-for-middle-earth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/02\/7DUME-EN01-THE-LORD-OF-THE-RING-DUEL-FOR-MIDDLE-EARTH-EN-3D-LAYOUT-1-edited-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23733\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-0\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A dark rumour rises from Mordor. The Eye turns to Middle-earth. The hour has come. The Fellowship is reunited. The Heroes prepare for battle. In Duel for Middle-earth, you\u2019ll have to choose sides. Play as the Fellowship of the Ring, prevent the Enemy from gaining ground and destroy the One Ring. Or play as Sauron and send your Nazg\u00fbls after Sam and Frodo, spreading your hordes over enemy cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-0\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Andr\u00e9e-Anne:<\/strong> <em>A spin on a classic, I love how there are different ways to win (and I&#8217;ve tried almost all of them <\/em>\ud83d\ude09 <em>with equal satisfaction), I really like the game system. I had never played 7 Wonders Duel before and I loved this version that has a universe that appeals to me!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/star-wars-unlimited\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Star Wars<\/em>\u2122: Unlimited<\/a><br><em>Age: 12+ \/ Players: 2 \/ Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Maxime\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/star-wars-unlimited-jump-to-lightspeed-spotlight-deck-han-solo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23263\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/01\/FFGSWH0410EN-STAR_WARS-UNLIMITED-JUMP_TO_LIGHTSPEED-DECKS_DISPLAY-EN-HAN_DECK-COMPONENTS_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23263\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/star-wars-unlimited-legends-of-the-force-spotlight-deck-qui-gon-jinn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"24665\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/05\/FFGSWH0510EN-STAR_WARS-UNLIMITED-LEGENDS_OF_THE_FORCE-SPOTLIGHT_DECK_DISPLAY-EN-COMPONENTS_3-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24665\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/star-wars-unlimited-secrets-of-power-spotlight-deck-padme-amidala\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"25989\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/09\/FFGSWH0610EN-STAR_WARS-UNLIMITED-SECRETS_OF_POWER-SPOTLIGHT_DECK_DISPLAY-EN-COMPONENTS_3-966x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25989\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-1\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter a galaxy of endless possibilities in <em>Star Wars<\/em>: Unlimited!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this fast-paced, easy-to-learn trading card game, players face off in exciting head-to-head battles full of iconic&nbsp;<em>Star Wars<\/em>&nbsp;characters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-1\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maxime:<\/strong> <em>It&#8217;s a game that hooked me as soon as it came out in 2024. The new sets add new mechanics and new ways to play that change the way you play with each new release.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/forest-shuffle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forest Shuffle<\/a> (and its expansions)<br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 2-5 \/ Duration: 45-60 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Marc-Andr\u00e9, Martin, Eug\u00e9nie and Sonia\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/forest-shuffle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"18328\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2023\/12\/LOG0175-FOREST_SHUFFLE-EN-3D_LEFT-1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18328\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/forest-shuffle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"18334\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2023\/12\/LOG0175-FOREST_SHUFFLE-EN-COMPONENTS_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18334\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-2\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Forest Shuffle, a beautifully illustrated, strategic card game for nature lovers and set collection enthusiasts. During the game, players compete to plant the most valuable trees and provide an environment where wildlife will flourish, creating an ecologically balanced habitat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-2\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marc-Andr\u00e9:<\/strong> <em>I love playing with my daughter! (and she\u2019s only 7!)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Martin: <\/strong><em>So much replayability added with each new expansion! Succeed in coming out on top with card combos that earn you lots of points. Always a pleasure to play!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eug\u00e9nie: <\/strong><em>The Forest Shuffle Exploration expansion, because any addition to my favorite game will always be in my top 3! It&#8217;s the game that my group of friends and I find super addictive. I can&#8217;t spend a moment with them without being asked, \u201cDid you bring Forest Shuffle?!\u201d If I make the mistake of forgetting it, I might as well go home to get it because I&#8217;ll be hearing about it all evening!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sonia:<\/strong> <em>I\u2019m in love with Forest Shuffle! It\u2019s basically my summer in a box. This year, while cottaging, we went for a stroll on a discovery trail, and I couldn\u2019t stop geeking out. Every time I saw something cool in nature, I\u2019d be like, &#8220;That\u2019s totally in Forest Shuffle!&#8221; Trees? Check. Mushrooms? Check. Squeakers? Double check! It felt like I was playing the game in real life\u2014so much fun!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/ticket-to-ride-legacy-legends-of-the-west\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ticket to Ride: Legacy \u2013 Legends of the West<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 2-5 \/ Duration: 45-60 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Martin\u2019s Choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/ticket-to-ride-legacy-legends-of-the-west\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2023\/07\/DW720036-TICKET_TO_RIDE-LEGACY-LEGENDS_OF_THE_WEST-EN-LAYOUT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16304\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-3\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West finally gives you the chance to step into the story of your favorite train game. You will embark on a journey across twelve games, managing your own North American railway company to wealth and fortune in a campaign full of adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-3\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Martin:<\/strong> <em>An excellent Legacy game from start to finish! Creating the game map as you progress and adding new rules along the way makes this game refreshing and exciting, with so many discoveries to be made!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/ticket-to-ride-northern-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ticket to Ride \u2013 Northern Lights<br><\/a><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 2-5 \/ Duration: 45-60 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Sylvie\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/ticket-to-ride-northern-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"27965\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/DW720037-TICKET_TO_RIDE-NORTHERN_LIGHTS-EN-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27965\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/ticket-to-ride-northern-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"27969\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/DW720037-TICKET_TO_RIDE-NORTHERN_LIGHTS-EN-LAYOUT_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27969\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-4\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ticket to Ride &#8211; Northern Lights \u2122 is the next installment in the best-selling train adventure series. Players use their Train cards to claim rail or sea routes and connect the cities listed on their Destination cards. ln addition, they must keep an eye on the four, randomly selected, common objective cards that may grant them precious bonus points al the end of the game. Designed for up to 5 players, this new Ticket to Ride game is elegant, can be learned in five minutes, and provides hours of fun for families and experienced gamers alike!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-4\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sylvie:<\/strong> <em>Ticket to Ride is THE game we bring out for every occasion, even with those who claim that board games \u201caren&#8217;t for me.\u201d What&#8217;s more, this version adds a really interesting twist with draw bonuses and objective cards that add extra points at the end of the game. The result: games that are constantly changing and really stand out from the other games in the series.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/monkey-palace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Monkey Palace<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 2-4 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Marc-Andr\u00e9\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/monkey-palace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"21472\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2024\/09\/DOT10013-MONKEY_PALACE-ML-3D_LEFT-EN-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21472\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/monkey-palace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"21484\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2024\/09\/DOT10013-MONKEY_PALACE-ML-LAYOUT-EN-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21484\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-5\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A long time ago, an impressive palace was erected in the Jungle. It lay abandoned for many years, until a monkey moved in. One day the Monkey accidently removed a brick from the palace and the whole palace collapsed! Now it\u2019s up to all of you to rebuild the Monkey Palace. Compete against each other while you help the Monkey rebuild the LEGO\u00ae Monkey Palace in this innovative and strategic building board game. The winner is the player with the most Banana Points!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-5\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marc Andr\u00e9:<\/strong> <em>Because everyone loves LEGO\u00ae!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/seti-search-for-extraterrestrial-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SETI \u2013 Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence<br><\/a><em>Age: 13+ \/ Players: 1-4 \/ Duration: 90-120 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Anh-T\u00fa\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/seti-search-for-extraterrestrial-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"27937\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/CGE00120-SETI-EN-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27937\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/seti-search-for-extraterrestrial-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"27957\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/CGE00120-SETI-EN-LAYOUT_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27957\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-6\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In <em>SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence<\/em>, a eurogame for 1\u20134 players, you lead a scientific institution tasked with searching for traces of life beyond planet Earth. The game draws inspiration from current or emerging technologies and efforts in space exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-6\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Anh-T\u00fa:<\/strong> <em>A complex game with its own twist on the exploration of our solar system. A very satisfying race to discover alien presence and a lot of replayability.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/piles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Piles!<\/a><br><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 2-8 \/ Duration: &lt;15 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Marie-\u00c8ve, Eug\u00e9nie, and Erin\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/piles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2024\/11\/LBE03000-PILES-EN-BOX-3D-LAYOUT-edited-1024x682.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-22941\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-7\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A fast-paced free-for-all with no turns and no time to waste. Don&#8217;t fold under pressure. Only the best with the mess will win this race. PLAY WITH ANYONE: There is no text and no need to speak other than laughter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-7\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marie-\u00c8ve:<\/strong> <em>This is an exciting, fast-paced party game for all ages. It&#8217;s a game that everyone will quickly get into and understand. From 8 to 88 years old!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eug\u00e9nie:<\/strong> <em>What a fantastic game when you and your friends are getting a little tired and you need to \u201cpump up\u201d the group to liven up the atmosphere! Thanks to its small size, I took it with me on trips and introduced it at parties with my friends and even at a wedding. Everyone loved it!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Erin:<\/strong> <em>This game is simply chaotic fun!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/duck-cover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Duck &amp; Cover<br><\/a><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 2-7 \/ Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Myriam\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/duck-cover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/CAPGDUCKM4-DUCK_AND_COVER-ML-LAYOUT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27935\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-8\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Duck &amp; Cover&nbsp;is a 20 minute goofy game in which you&#8217;re trying to have the least amount of water around your bathtub. You will either duck your ducks by moving them around your grid or cover your duck cards with other ducks. You have 3 rounds to get the lowest score and to not have water everywhere. Your ducks will love it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-8\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Myriam:<\/strong> <em>Quick, funny and simple!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/for-a-crown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">For a Crown<\/a><br><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 3-5 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Philippe and Ryan\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/for-a-crown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/01\/FC-EN01-FOR_A_CROWN-EN-LAYOUT_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23309\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-9\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Competition will be tough, are you ready to do what it takes to gain the throne?<br>Over four rounds, recruit Mercenaries, send Masked Bandits to your rivals, increase your influence, or cast a bit of magic to make your opponents lose Rubies and ensure you\u2019re crowned at the end of this battle royale!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-9\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Philippe:<\/strong> <em>First of all, the game is so clever and cunning in its mechanics. The art direction is incredible, and the components with the little chests are awesome. It&#8217;s really easy to understand and engage players. Once you&#8217;re in a game, the feeling it brings is incredible. By far, my game of the year.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ryan:<\/strong> <em>This came out of nowhere for me. I was given an overview from a colleague at a trade show and picked up a copy. It quickly became one of our family regulars. As the default teacher in most of my gaming groups, it\u2019s also a great title to share with new and casual gamers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-fellowship-of-the-ring-trick-taking-game\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Fellowship of the Ring \u2013 Trick Taking Game<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 1-4 \/ Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Andr\u00e9e-Anne\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-fellowship-of-the-ring-trick-taking-game\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"21635\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2024\/09\/ODLO01EN-THE_FELLOWSHIP_OF_THE_RING-TRICK_TAKING_GAME-EN-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21635\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-fellowship-of-the-ring-trick-taking-game\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"21639\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2024\/09\/ODLO01EN-THE_FELLOWSHIP_OF_THE_RING-TRICK_TAKING_GAME-EN-COMPONENTS_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-21639\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-10\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Embark on the legendary adventure in a cooperative, card-based game where players take on the roles of beloved characters and work together to complete objectives and overcome challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-10\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Andr\u00e9e-Anne:<\/strong> <em>Easy to carry when camping, quick to play, I love seeing the strategy change as the game progresses. The artwork is incredible and the packaging is well designed. A great find!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-lord-of-the-rings-fate-of-the-fellowship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship<\/a><br><em>Age: 14+ \/ Players: 1-5 \/ Duration: 60-120 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Julie and Sylvie\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-lord-of-the-rings-fate-of-the-fellowship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23227\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/01\/ZMGPSM0101EN-LOTR-FATE_OF_THE_FELLOWSHIP-EN-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23227\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-lord-of-the-rings-fate-of-the-fellowship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23233\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/01\/ZMGPSM0101EN-LOTR-FATE_OF_THE_FELLOWSHIP-EN-COMPONENTS_2-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23233\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-11\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship<\/em>\u2122&nbsp;is a cooperative game for 1-5 players where each player controls 2 characters, lending their unique abilities to protect Frodo, battle enemies in pivotal locations, and evade the menacing Nazg\u00fbl and Sauron\u2019s searching Eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-11\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Julie:<\/strong> <em>It&#8217;s a combination of my favorite theme with a system (Pandemic) that I love.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sylvie:<\/strong> <em>For fans of the Pandemic series and The Lord of the Rings, this game is a must-have! It features mechanics we love, in a cooperative or solo environment, all accompanied by magnificent components. Special mention goes to the dice tower, worthy of the greatest fortresses of Middle-earth!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/brass-birmingham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brass \u2013 Birmingham<br><\/a><em>Age: 14+ \/ Players: 2-4 \/ Duration: 120-180 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>David\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/brass-birmingham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/ROX402-BRASS-BRIMINGHAM-EN-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27989\" style=\"width:400px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-12\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Brass: Birmingham<\/em> is an economic strategy game sequel to Martin Wallace&#8217; 2007 masterpiece, Brass. Birmingham tells the story of competing entrepreneurs in Birmingham during the industrial revolution, between the years of 1770-1870. As in its predecessor, you must develop, build, and establish your industries and network, in and effort to exploit low or high market demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-12\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>David: <\/strong><em>The #1 game on BGG for a reason. The game offers enough depth to be easy to understand while still providing options to satisfy advanced players. The theme is good. The game is complex, but not overly so.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/flip-7\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flip 7<br><\/a><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 3+ \/ Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Ryan and Maxime\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/flip-7\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/USAPA172-871-002400-06-FLIP_7-EN-COMPONENTS_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28023\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-13\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flip over cards one by one without flipping the same number twice. Sounds easy? Think again!<br>This isn&#8217;t just any deck of cards\u2026 In Flip 7 there&#8217;s only one 1 card, two 2&#8217;s, three 3\u2019s, etc. plus a bunch of special cards that can score you extra points, give you a second chance, or freeze you or your opponents in your tracks. Are you the type of player to play it safe and bank points before you bust, or are you going to risk it all and go for the bonus points by flipping over seven in a row? Press your luck meets strategy in this addictive card game that&#8217;s sure to be the greatest card game you\u2019ve ever played!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-13\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ryan: <\/strong><em>I can&#8217;t seem to tire of this little push your luck card game. Shared with so many people over this past year. Easily my most played game.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maxime:<\/strong> <em>A quick little game where you don&#8217;t need to think too much. A pure and simple game of chance, which reminds me of Blackjack. Easy to learn and fast-paced, this game has everything to appeal to beginner players.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/that-sound-game\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">That Sound Game<\/a><br><em>Age: 14+ \/ Players: 2+ \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Samuel and Eug\u00e9nie\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/that-sound-game\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/05\/TSG01-THAT_SOUND_GAME-EN-COMPONENTS-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24537\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-14\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>That Sound Game is a fast-paced, interactive and very noisy party game.<br>The goal is to get your team to guess as many answers on the category cards as they can in a minute. Use any combination of sounds and movements, but your hands must be behind your back. You also get Lifelines. Use them strategically to help you win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-14\">What the Team Thinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Samuel:<\/strong> <em>It&#8217;s impossible not to fall in love with That Sound Game, this completely crazy party game that turns any evening into a night of laughter. From the very first seconds, everyone gets caught up in the game, and the good mood becomes contagious!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eug\u00e9nie:<\/strong> <em>Party games involving sounds and charades are always a surefire way to make people laugh. This is definitely the game of choice if you want to break the ice and get the group going.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/azul\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Azul<\/a><br><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 2-4 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Myriam\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/azul\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"3456\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2022\/01\/ML-AZUL-L-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3456\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/azul\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"3458\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2022\/01\/ML-AZUL-LAYOUT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3458\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-15\">The Game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Azul <\/em>challenges you to decorate the Royal Palace of Evora with beautiful ornamental tiles. You can score extra points by creating specific patterns or completing sets. But you can also lose them by wasting tiles. Fittingly, the player with the most points wins!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-15\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Myriam:<\/strong> <em>I love it for it\u2019s ease of play, and for the competition.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/azul-duel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Azul Duel<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 2 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Jean-Fran\u00e7ois\u2019 choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/azul-duel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/02\/NMG60160ENFR-AZUL-DUEL-ML-LAYOUT_1-edited-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23809\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-16\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Specifically designed for 2 players, <em>Azul Duel<\/em> brings new gameplay features that offers more tactical options than the original <em>Azul<\/em>. Decorate the ceiling of the palace of Sintra with Dome-plates and round tiles. Stack tiles in the order of your choice to create offers your opponent won\u2019t be able to turn down. Challenge your family and friends to see who is the best tile-laying artist of all Portugal!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-16\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jean-Fran\u00e7ois:<\/strong> <em>Azul Duel is a pleasure to play every time!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/castle-combo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Castle Combo<br><\/a><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 2-5 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Philippe\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/castle-combo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"27981\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/PANCCCORE-EN-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27981\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/castle-combo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"27983\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/PANCCCORE-EN-LAYOUT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27983\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-17\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;re hereby invited to His Majesty&#8217;s grand Combo Party! Recruit characters to your personal tableau, making sure to take note of the unique abilities and scoring conditions each one offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-17\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Philippe: <\/strong><em>The game is very simple in terms of mechanics, but the range of possibilities is enormous. It&#8217;s probably the game I&#8217;ve played the most this year, given its speed and the fact that you want to try to beat your high score every time.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/star-wars-super-teams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Star Wars: Super Teams<\/a><br><em>Age: 7+ \/ Players: 2-4 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Maxime and Kalinda\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/star-wars-super-teams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/08\/ZYGSWST0101ML-STAR_WARS-SUPER_TEAMS-ML-LAYOUT_1-1024x721.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25837\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-18\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A strategic and fun race for the whole family, in which your team will try to cross the finish line with all its ships. Choose your cards carefully and watch out for other ships, as they are likely to sabotage you. Move quickly, slow down your opponents, overcome obstacles, and hunt for bonuses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-18\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maxime:<\/strong> <em>An easy game to learn, but so much fun to play. I like the fact that you have to play cards on your opponent&#8217;s ships, and vice versa. It&#8217;s a mechanic that, for me, brings a new angle to competitive games.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kalinda: <\/strong><em>A fun family game that is also a blast with only adults. If you want a super easy-to-learn game with intense competition, this is the one for you!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/toy-battle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toy Battle<\/a><br><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 2 \/ Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Jean-Fran\u00e7ois and Anh-T\u00fb\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/toy-battle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/05\/TOY-EN01-TOY_BATTLE-EN-COMPONENTS_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24418\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-19\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In&nbsp;<em>Toy Battle<\/em>, each player deploys toy troops on whimsical boards\u2014from castles to jungles to space stations.\u2028Your goal: capture the opponent\u2019s HQ or collect the most medals.\u2028Each troop has a unique ability: the soldier calls in reinforcements,\u2028the duck defeats any troop but loses to all, the robot shoots from a distance\u2026 You\u2019ll need to place your toys just right to take the win!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-19\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jean-Fran\u00e7ois:<\/strong> <em>Quick, simple, effective. What more could you ask for? There&#8217;s even a big duck!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Anh-T\u00fb:<\/strong> <em>A duel that quickly makes you dive into the conflict. Simple rules, yet each gameboard asks you to adapt your strategy.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/castles-of-burgundy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Castles of Burgundy<br><\/a><em>Age: 12+ \/ Players: 1-4 \/ Duration: 60-90 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Marc-Andr\u00e9\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/castles-of-burgundy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/RAV26925-THE_CASTLES_OF_BURGUNDY-ML-COMPONENTS-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27987\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-20\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Castles of Burgundy is a tile placement game,&nbsp;set in the Burgundy region of High Medieval France.&nbsp;Each player takes on the role of an aristocrat, originally controlling a small princedom. While playing, they aim to build settlements and powerful castles, practice trade along the river, exploit silver mines, and use the knowledge of travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-20\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marc-Andr\u00e9:<\/strong> <em>I know it\u2019s an older game but I only discovered it this year and it figures within my top 3!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-hobbit-there-back-again\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Hobbit: There &amp; Back Again<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 1-4 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Martin\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/the-hobbit-there-back-again\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/08\/ODGRWM0101EN-THE_HOBBIT-THERE_AND_BACK_AGAIN-EN-3D_LEFT-758x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25777\" style=\"width:auto;height:450px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-21\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The Hobbit: There &amp; Back Again<\/em>&nbsp;is a competitive adventure game where players draft dice to make pathways, collect resources, and perform actions that help them to reach their chapter goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-21\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Martin:<\/strong> <em>A roll-and-write game in which each player has their own book to record their journeys to reach their goals and score points. And all this through Bilbo&#8217;s landscapes and adventures! Beautifully produced with high-quality artwork!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/slay-the-spire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Slay the Spire<br><\/a><em>Age: 12+ \/ Players: 1-4 \/ Duration: 60-90 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>David\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/slay-the-spire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"27961\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/CGM1001-SLAY_THE_SPIRE-EN-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27961\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/slay-the-spire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"27963\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/CGM1001-SLAY_THE_SPIRE-EN-COMPONENTS-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27963\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-22\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Slay the Spire: The Board Game is a cooperative deckbuilding adventure. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of&nbsp;immense power, and finally become strong enough to Slay the Spire!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-22\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>David:<\/strong> <em>I&#8217;m a fan of video games, so board games that are very faithful to the originals are my favorites.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/star-wars-battle-of-hoth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Star Wars: Battle of Hoth<\/a><br><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 2-4 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Ryan and Julie\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/star-wars-battle-of-hoth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/08\/DOWSWB0101EN-STAR_WARS-BATTLE_OF_HOTH-EN-LAYOUT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25620\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-23\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Battle of Hoth is a game of heroic and fast-paced miniatures battles set on the ice planet and re-enacting one of the most famous scenes of <em>Star Wars<\/em> The Empire Strikes Back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-23\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ryan: <\/strong><em>A late entry this year but quickly becoming my go-to two-player game. I\u2019ve always loved the C&amp;C\/Memoir dice system and with this theme, it kills. I look forward to more content<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Julie:<em> <\/em><\/strong><em>Another good mix of one of my favorite themes with a well-known and loved mechanic.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/pergola\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pergola<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 1-4 \/ Duration: 45-60 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Kalinda\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/pergola\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"24543\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/05\/REGAR0101ENFR-PERGOLA-ML-3D_RIGHT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24543\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/pergola\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"24555\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/05\/REGAR0101ENFR-PERGOLA-ML-LAYOUT_2-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24555\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-24\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Step into the shoes of cheerful gardeners and carefully pick the perfect blend of flowers to attract charming pollinators\u2009\u2013\u2009bees, butterflies, and other delightful insects\u2009\u2013\u2009while crafting your dream garden! In&nbsp;<em>Pergola<\/em>, you get to be a cheerful gardener, ready to bring your dream garden to life! Your mission is to plant a wonderful mix of flowers that will invite all sorts of charming insects to visit. Every decision you make will shape the beauty of your little garden oasis. So, roll up your sleeves and let your creativity bloom as you create a delightful haven in nature!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-24\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kalinda:<\/strong> <em>A calm and cozy game where you can build your garden how you want it. There are tons of different strategies you can have to win the game, making each time you play a new experience.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/happy-mochi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Happy Mochi<\/a><br><em>Age: 8+ \/ Players: 2-6 \/ Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Marie-\u00c8ve and Kalinda\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/happy-mochi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23949\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/02\/ZYGHM0102ML-HAPPY_MOCHI-ML-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23949\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/happy-mochi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23953\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/02\/ZYGHM0102ML-HAPPY_MOCHI-ML-COMPONENTS-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23953\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-25\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In<em>&nbsp;Happy Mochi<\/em>,all cards must be played in pairs, and you can never rearrange your hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To play, you must follow value restrictions \u2014 unless you have two matching cards! In that case, shout &#8220;Happy Mochi!&#8221; and break all the rules!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Special abilities and color-matching add an extra layer to this strategic party game, where luck and tactics go hand in hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-25\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marie-\u00c8ve:<\/strong> <em>It&#8217;s a simple game, and I use the cards to play math games with my children. The pictures are so cute.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kalinda:<\/strong> <em>A fun little card game to play with the entire family. It was my gift to everyone during the Holidays this year, because I&#8217;m sure everyone will love it as much as I do.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/telestrations-after-dark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Telestrations \u2013 After Dark<br><\/a><em>Age 17+ \/ Players: 4-8 \/ Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Myriam\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/telestrations-after-dark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/USAPG000-410-TELESTRATION-AFTER_DARK-EN-COMPONENTS_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28033\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-26\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Telestrations After Dark<\/em> is the adults-only version of the #1 LOL party game <em>Telestrations<\/em>. Draw what you see then guess what you saw for hilarious, weird, irresponsible and just plain wrong outcomes. <em>Telestrations After Dark<\/em> is \u201cadults only\u201d miscommunication at its best!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-26\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Myriam:<\/strong> <em>Funny, with double meanings, but above all I love the quality of the drawings.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/landmarks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Landmarks<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 2-10 \/ Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Sonia\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/landmarks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/11\/DARAFGGLM-LANDMARKS-EN-COMPONENTS_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26848\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-27\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ve got the map, but the rest of your party is lost in a jungle filled with treacherous traps, evil curses, and big ol&#8217; piles of sweet sparkling treasure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guide them to the good stuff by sending a chain of one-word clues, steering them from danger and leading them to riches. Your clue will connect your party to the net landmark, but will they choose the right way to go? Just say the word and find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-27\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sonia:<\/strong> <em>I love everything about this game. Do I lead my friends through the treacherous jungle finding treasures (and hopefully no curses) to safety?\u00a0 Or do I play as part of the lost the party trying to be lead to safety through our leader communication. So many different tiles to play through and endless fun and laughter.\u00a0 Love the theme and gameplay.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/brick-like-this\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brick Like This!<\/a><br><em>Age: 7+ \/ Players: 2-8 \/ Duration: &lt;15 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Erin\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/brick-like-this\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/08\/DOTGM2-01-01ENFR-BRICK_LIKE_THIS-ML-COMPONENTS_1-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25451\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-28\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Brick Like This! Teams of two, one Instructor and one Builder, are tasked with building a shape out of LEGO bricks. The Instructor will tell the Builder how to build a shape on a Shape Card that only the Instructor can see. All teams play at the same time, racing to build their shapes the fastest. The winner is the team with the most points at the end of six rounds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-28\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Erin: <\/strong><em>Brick Like This! is wonderful for so many reasons. Yes, it is known as a party game but my Kiddo and I like to play it, just us two, quietly at the kitchen table. I love that it helps her with spatial recognition, clear communication and dexterity.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/splendor-duel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Splendor Duel<\/a><br><em>Age: 10+ \/ Players: 2 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Andr\u00e9e-Anne\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/splendor-duel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2022\/11\/ML-SPLENDOR_DUEL-COMPONENTS-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11456\" style=\"width:600px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-29\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Splendor Duel is a 2-player game with unique and innovative mechanics.&nbsp; Confront your rival guild in a race for victory. 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Bluey<br><\/a><em>Age: 4+ \/ Players: 2-8 \/ Duration: &lt; 15 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Sylvie\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/spot-it-bluey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28007\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/SPR213ENFR-SPOT_IT-BLUEY-ML-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28007\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/spot-it-bluey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"28011\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/12\/SPR213ENFR-SPOT_IT-BLUEY-ML-COMPONENTS_1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28011\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-30\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Test your observational skills and hone your reflexes with the award-winning gameplay of Spot It! a game of lightning-fast choices. 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So this version naturally became part of our family collection of Spot It! games.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/arkham-horror-lovecraft-letter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arkham Horror \u2013 Lovecraft Letter<\/a><br><em>Age: 14+ \/ Players: 2-6 \/ Duration: 30-45 minutes<\/em><br><em><strong>Sonia\u2019s choice<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-14 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/arkham-horror-lovecraft-letter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23615\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/02\/ZMGLLF0101EN-ARKHAM_HORROR-LOVECRAFT_LETTER-EN-3D_LEFT-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23615\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asmodee.ca\/en\/product\/arkham-horror-lovecraft-letter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23621\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.svc.asmodee.net\/production-asmodeeca\/uploads\/image-converter\/2025\/02\/ZMGLLF0101EN-ARKHAM_HORROR-LOVECRAFT_LETTER-EN-COMPONENTS_2-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23621\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-game-31\"><strong>The Game<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Step into the eerie town of Arkham with&nbsp;<em>Arkham Horror Lovecraft Letter<\/em>\u2122, a chilling twist on the classic deduction card game. Delve into the madness of the Lovecraftian universe as you face eldritch horrors and uncover allies tainted with madness in this gripping battle of wits. Can you maintain your sanity and outwit Cthulhu, or will you succumb to the creeping darkness that lurks within?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-the-team-thinks-31\"><strong>What the Team Thinks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sonia:<\/strong> <em>It doesn\u2019t get any better for fans of the Arkham Horror series and Love Letter! This game is perfect for anyone who loves to dive into the eerie world of Arkham without committing to a lengthy play session. True to its style, the game challenges you to hold onto your sanity\u2014if you can\u2014in a clever and suspenseful Love Letter fashion. 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