Steve Jackson Games knew all too well: dice and Cthulhu make a tempting combination for many gamers. At just $5, you probably have friends who’ve already given in and picked up a set or two of this recent game release, if only for the sweet Cthulhu die. But how is
Category: Reviews
OgreCave review – Zombie State: Diplomacy of the Dead
OgreCave reviewer Lee Valentine has fought through hordes of the walking dead, and returned to tell us all about it – namely, all about Zombie State: Diplomacy of the Dead. This zombie apocalypse board game revolves around resource management and worldwide doom, but what was Lee’s impression of it? Read
Let’s talk some more about the Dresden Files RPG
What’s amazing is how much difference some room makes. I’ve grown accustomed to reading games on digest-sized pages or not much bigger; a full-sized book gives rules text and (crucially) examples the opportunity to be next to each other. It’s a small thing, but it really makes a text easier
OgreCave review: Dungeon Lords
Lee has explored the depths of the dungeon-management game Dungeon Lords by Z-Man Games, and he’s lived to tell the tale. This game has been seen at game shops and conventions lately, a sprawling affair with multiple boards and numerous fun components. Whether his tale is a gruesome account of
OgreCave review – Basic Action Super Heroes!
To help get you through to Friday, Andy has provided us with his thoughts on the Basic Action Super Heroes! Ultimate Edition Role Playing Game by Basic Action Games. While readers might remember that BASH! made me get all nostalgic recently, Andy has approached the game from a purely analytical
OgreCave review – WEGS 101: Old Skool
Just what the heck is WEGS? Demian had a close look at the Wickedly Errant Game System in his review of WEGS 101: Old Skool by Gamewick Games. In a rather saturated fantasy roleplaying market, does WEGS manage to rise above the pack, or does it blend in with the
OgreCave reviews – Doctor Who RPG
To help ease you through the week, Demian sent in his review of Doctor Who: Adventures in Time and Space, the recent roleplaying release from Cubicle 7. Demian has experience with previous Dr Who games, so like many of us, he was curious about the latest system to take on
OgreCave review – Dragon Age: Origins
For the first time, OgreCave’s review section includes a detailed look at an electronic RPG. That’s right, Dennis has provided us with his thoughts on Dragon Age: Origins, the gorgeous RPG release from BioWare for the PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. You’ve seen the previews and commercials – now
OgreCave review – Mansions of Madness
Today our review section expands yet again. Demian’s latest write-up gives us a look at the new edition of Mansions of Madness, the Call of Cthulhu adventure compilation from Chaosium. Click through and find out if the scenario you need is lurking within this updated release.
OgreCave review – Summoner Wars
Lee has provided us with another review to add to the Cave’s stockpile today. This time, we hear all about Summoner Wars, a card-based wargame from Plaid Hat Games. How does it compare to other wargame choices you’ve tried over the years? You won’t know until you read it.
OgreCave review – Secrets of New Orleans
Happy New Year, folks! Yes, as of today, it’s 2010 for real, not just a science fiction flick. We anticipate continued bouts of gaming for all who are so inclined, and plan to keep you informed of what’s available in the big bad world. Demian kicks off this year’s reviews
OgreCave review – Claustrophobia
In case you’re looking for a new game to dive into, Lee has provided us with a detailed look at Claustrophobia. Don’t fear this new game from Asmodée Editions – the spacious box is full of prepainted figures and skirmish combat goodness. Read on and see what Lee’s full review
OgreCave review – The Grinding Gear
Things are settling to a nice pseudo-calm around here, so we’ll start throwing some goodies up onto the site real quick before something else crops up to delay us. Gerald leads the charge with his review of The Grinding Gear by LotFP Publishing, an old school “deathtrap dungeon” of considerable
OgreCave review – Adaptoid
As the holiday gift shopping season closes in on us, OgreCave continues to offer insight on worthwhile game products. To that end, Lee has provided his review of Adaptoid by nestorgames. This abstract strategy board game is thematically similar to Ursuppe/Primordial Soup in that little critters are growing and attacking
OgreCave review – Ticket to Ride: Europa 1912
Adding value to a great boardgame is – well, great, and that’s exactly what Days of Wonder has provided for Ticket to Ride: Europe in the form of a new expansion. Lee gives us the scoop today in his review of Ticket to Ride: Europa 1912, a card-based expansion that