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The 7th Citadel transports players into an entirely original Dark Fantasy realm, promising a markedly enhanced gameplay experience compared to its predecessor, The 7th Continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 7th Citadel (2024)<\/h4>
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In this solo or cooperative choose-your-own-adventure exploration board game, players embark on their journey either alone or alongside fellow explorers. Drawing inspiration from the immersive Fighting Fantasy book series, adventurers delve into the untamed expanses of this new world, encountering diverse terrains and unfolding events through a dynamic array of cards. Amidst perilous threats and awe-inspiring marvels, players must employ their intellect and resourcefulness to survive, crafting essential tools, weapons, and shelters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continuing the tradition of its forerunner, The 7th Citadel boasts a user-friendly saving mechanism, allowing players to pause their expedition at any point and seamlessly resume their quest later, akin to the convenience of video game functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the excitement for yourself! Happy gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The 7th Citadel transports players into an entirely original Dark Fantasy realm, promising a markedly enhanced gameplay experience compared to its predecessor, The 7th Continent. In this solo or cooperative choose-your-own-adventure exploration board game, players embark on their journey either alone or alongside fellow explorers. Drawing inspiration from the immersive Fighting Fantasy book series, adventurers …<\/p>\n

Embark on a thrilling adventure with “The 7th Citadel” – a board game that lets you take control of your destiny!<\/span> Read More »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":23352,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"disabled","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[815,23],"tags":[811],"class_list":["post-23350","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-board-games","category-crystal-updates","tag-board-game"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"John Paulo","id":23350,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/7th-1.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/7th-1-300x166.jpg","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/7th-1.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/7th-1-250x139.jpg"},"title":"Embark on a thrilling adventure with “The 7th Citadel” – a board game that lets you take control of your destiny!","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/20\/embark-on-a-thrilling-adventure-with-the-7th-citadel-a-board-game-that-lets-you-take-control-of-your-destiny\/","date":"2024-03-20T02:00:15","content":"\n\n\n\n\nThe 7th Citadel transports players into an entirely original Dark Fantasy realm, promising a markedly enhanced gameplay experience compared to its predecessor, The 7th Continent.\n\n\n\nThe 7th Citadel (2024)\n\n\n\nIn this solo or cooperative choose-your-own-adventure exploration board game, players embark on their journey either alone or alongside fellow explorers. Drawing inspiration from the immersive Fighting Fantasy book series, adventurers delve into the untamed expanses of this new world, encountering diverse terrains and unfolding events through a dynamic array of cards. Amidst perilous threats and awe-inspiring marvels, players must employ their intellect and resourcefulness to survive, crafting essential tools, weapons, and shelters.\n\n\n\nContinuing the tradition of its forerunner, The 7th Citadel boasts a user-friendly saving mechanism, allowing players to pause their expedition at any point and seamlessly resume their quest later, akin to the convenience of video game functionality.\n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on the chance to experience the excitement for yourself! Happy gaming!\n","excerpt":"The 7th Citadel transports players into an entirely original Dark Fantasy realm, promising a markedly enhanced gameplay experience compared to its predecessor, The 7th Continent. 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Step into a world of fantasy and adventure as Mage Knight unveils its latest expansion, “The Apocalypse Dragon.” Brace yourselves for a thrilling journey filled with new challenges, enemies, and a riveting story-driven campaign. In this expansion, players will encounter the formidable Apocalypse Dragon, the four horsemen, and a new playable hero named Coral, all set on a quest for revenge against the treacherous Apocalypse Cult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mage Knight: The Apocalypse Dragon<\/h4>
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Meet Coral \u2013 The Avenger:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Apocalypse Dragon expansion introduces players to a new and formidable hero, Coral. Driven by a burning desire for revenge against the Apocalypse Cult, Coral brings a fresh perspective and unique abilities to the game. As a player, you’ll have the opportunity to harness Coral’s strength, cunning, and determination to overcome the challenges that lie ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Enemies Await:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The world of Mage Knight is now even more perilous with the inclusion of the fearsome Apocalypse Dragon and the legendary four horsemen. These new adversaries will test the strategic prowess of even the most seasoned Mage Knight players. Each foe presents a distinct set of challenges, pushing players to adapt their tactics and forge alliances to survive the impending apocalypse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore New Tiles and Confront New Challenges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prepare to traverse uncharted territories as the expansion introduces a variety of new tiles, each housing unique locations and challenges. From mystical landscapes to treacherous dungeons, the Apocalypse Dragon expansion invites players to explore a world teeming with danger and opportunity. Will you uncover hidden relics, forge powerful alliances, or succumb to the relentless forces of the Apocalypse Cult?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Story-Driven Campaign Mode:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Immerse yourself in the rich narrative of Mage Knight with the new story-driven campaign mode. The expansion unfolds a gripping tale of revenge, redemption, and the struggle against an impending cataclysm. Engage in a series of new scenarios that bring the characters to life and challenge players to make critical decisions that will shape the fate of the Mage Knight universe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Happy Gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Step into a world of fantasy and adventure as Mage Knight unveils its latest expansion, “The Apocalypse Dragon.” Brace yourselves for a thrilling journey filled with new challenges, enemies, and a riveting story-driven campaign. In this expansion, players will encounter the formidable Apocalypse Dragon, the four horsemen, and a new playable hero named Coral, all …<\/p>\n

Unleash the Fury: Mage Knight – The Apocalypse Dragon Board Game Extension<\/span> Read More »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":23302,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[815,33,23],"tags":[215,1708,1141],"class_list":["post-23301","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-board-games","category-catalog","category-crystal-updates","tag-board-games","tag-mage-knight-the-apocalypse-dragon","tag-wizkids"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"John Paulo","id":23301,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/pic8087899.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/pic8087899-300x194.jpg","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/pic8087899.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/pic8087899-232x150.jpg"},"title":"Unleash the Fury: Mage Knight – The Apocalypse Dragon Board Game Extension","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/13\/unleash-the-fury-mage-knight-the-apocalypse-dragon-board-game-extension\/","date":"2024-03-13T06:37:40","content":"\n\n\n\n\nStep into a world of fantasy and adventure as Mage Knight unveils its latest expansion, “The Apocalypse Dragon.” Brace yourselves for a thrilling journey filled with new challenges, enemies, and a riveting story-driven campaign. In this expansion, players will encounter the formidable Apocalypse Dragon, the four horsemen, and a new playable hero named Coral, all set on a quest for revenge against the treacherous Apocalypse Cult.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMage Knight: The Apocalypse Dragon\n\n\n\nMeet Coral \u2013 The Avenger:\n\n\n\nThe Apocalypse Dragon expansion introduces players to a new and formidable hero, Coral. Driven by a burning desire for revenge against the Apocalypse Cult, Coral brings a fresh perspective and unique abilities to the game. As a player, you’ll have the opportunity to harness Coral’s strength, cunning, and determination to overcome the challenges that lie ahead.\n\n\n\nNew Enemies Await:\n\n\n\nThe world of Mage Knight is now even more perilous with the inclusion of the fearsome Apocalypse Dragon and the legendary four horsemen. These new adversaries will test the strategic prowess of even the most seasoned Mage Knight players. Each foe presents a distinct set of challenges, pushing players to adapt their tactics and forge alliances to survive the impending apocalypse.\n\n\n\nExplore New Tiles and Confront New Challenges:\n\n\n\nPrepare to traverse uncharted territories as the expansion introduces a variety of new tiles, each housing unique locations and challenges. From mystical landscapes to treacherous dungeons, the Apocalypse Dragon expansion invites players to explore a world teeming with danger and opportunity. Will you uncover hidden relics, forge powerful alliances, or succumb to the relentless forces of the Apocalypse Cult?\n\n\n\nA Story-Driven Campaign Mode:\n\n\n\nImmerse yourself in the rich narrative of Mage Knight with the new story-driven campaign mode. The expansion unfolds a gripping tale of revenge, redemption, and the struggle against an impending cataclysm. Engage in a series of new scenarios that bring the characters to life and challenge players to make critical decisions that will shape the fate of the Mage Knight universe.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Gaming!\n","excerpt":"Step into a world of fantasy and adventure as Mage Knight unveils its latest expansion, “The Apocalypse Dragon.” Brace yourselves for a thrilling journey filled with new challenges, enemies, and a riveting story-driven campaign. 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Step into the treacherous world of Arrakis, a seemingly desolate desert planet hiding the galaxy’s most coveted resource: Spice. Dune: War for Arrakis, an asymmetrical strategy board game, immerses players in the intricate power struggle for control over this barren landscape. Set against the backdrop of political intrigue, betrayal, and rebellion, the game delivers an epic experience where only one House will emerge victorious while the other fades into the desert sands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dune: War for Arrakis<\/h4>
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The Backdrop:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arrakis, a world seemingly dead and barren, is home to the most crucial resource in the galaxy \u2013 Spice. This substance is the key to space travel, and without it, humanity faces isolation on distant planets. The Emperor bestowed Arrakis upon House Atreides, but a conspiracy unfolded as House Harkonnen sought to overthrow them. Baron Harkonnen’s treasonous attack crushed the Atreides, leaving them ruled by an iron fist. However, the heirs to House Atreides, Paul and Jessica, are alive and mounting a rebellion with the aid of the mysterious Fremen, the inhabitants of Arrakis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gameplay Overview:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dune: War for Arrakis introduces players to an asymmetrical strategy game where they must navigate the complexities of Arrakis. The objective is clear \u2013 control the planet and its precious Spice. Maneuver troops such as the formidable Fremen, the elite Fedaykin, and the fearsome Sardaukar, strategically placing them to gain an advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deep in the desert, players send Spice harvesters, risking encounters with the colossal Sandworms that roam the desolate expanses of Arrakis. The game’s action dice system, coupled with a variety of event cards, ensures each playthrough offers a unique storytelling experience. With these elements, players can reshape the Dune saga with every game, adding layers of replayability and excitement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Asymmetrical Strategy: Experience the tension and excitement of asymmetrical gameplay as different Houses vie for control using unique abilities and resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Troop Maneuvering: Command a diverse array of troops, including the resourceful Fremen, the elite Fedaykin, and the powerful Sardaukar, strategically placing them to outmaneuver opponents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Spice Harvesting: Send Spice harvesters deep into the desert, facing the perilous presence of Sandworms that could alter the course of the game.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Action Dice System: Engage in battles and strategic decisions using an action dice system, adding an element of unpredictability to each turn.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Dynamic Storytelling: With numerous event cards, the game offers a dynamic narrative that allows players to retell the Dune saga in unique ways with each playthrough.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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    Happy Gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Step into the treacherous world of Arrakis, a seemingly desolate desert planet hiding the galaxy’s most coveted resource: Spice. Dune: War for Arrakis, an asymmetrical strategy board game, immerses players in the intricate power struggle for control over this barren landscape. Set against the backdrop of political intrigue, betrayal, and rebellion, the game delivers an …<\/p>\n

    Revealing the Epic Saga: Dune – War for Arrakis Board Game<\/span> Read More »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":23207,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[815,1,33,23],"tags":[811],"class_list":["post-23206","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-board-games","category-uncategorized","category-catalog","category-crystal-updates","tag-board-game"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"John Paulo","id":23206,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/pic6964987.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/pic6964987-300x169.jpg","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/pic6964987.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/pic6964987-250x141.jpg"},"title":"Revealing the Epic Saga: Dune – War for Arrakis Board Game","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/06\/revealing-the-epic-saga-dune-war-for-arrakis-board-game\/","date":"2024-03-06T06:53:44","content":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep into the treacherous world of Arrakis, a seemingly desolate desert planet hiding the galaxy’s most coveted resource: Spice. Dune: War for Arrakis, an asymmetrical strategy board game, immerses players in the intricate power struggle for control over this barren landscape. Set against the backdrop of political intrigue, betrayal, and rebellion, the game delivers an epic experience where only one House will emerge victorious while the other fades into the desert sands.\n\n\n\nDune: War for Arrakis\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Backdrop:\n\n\n\nArrakis, a world seemingly dead and barren, is home to the most crucial resource in the galaxy \u2013 Spice. This substance is the key to space travel, and without it, humanity faces isolation on distant planets. The Emperor bestowed Arrakis upon House Atreides, but a conspiracy unfolded as House Harkonnen sought to overthrow them. Baron Harkonnen’s treasonous attack crushed the Atreides, leaving them ruled by an iron fist. However, the heirs to House Atreides, Paul and Jessica, are alive and mounting a rebellion with the aid of the mysterious Fremen, the inhabitants of Arrakis.\n\n\n\nGameplay Overview:\n\n\n\nDune: War for Arrakis introduces players to an asymmetrical strategy game where they must navigate the complexities of Arrakis. The objective is clear \u2013 control the planet and its precious Spice. Maneuver troops such as the formidable Fremen, the elite Fedaykin, and the fearsome Sardaukar, strategically placing them to gain an advantage.\n\n\n\nDeep in the desert, players send Spice harvesters, risking encounters with the colossal Sandworms that roam the desolate expanses of Arrakis. The game’s action dice system, coupled with a variety of event cards, ensures each playthrough offers a unique storytelling experience. With these elements, players can reshape the Dune saga with every game, adding layers of replayability and excitement.\n\n\n\nKey Features:\n\n\n\n\nAsymmetrical Strategy: Experience the tension and excitement of asymmetrical gameplay as different Houses vie for control using unique abilities and resources.\n\n\n\nTroop Maneuvering: Command a diverse array of troops, including the resourceful Fremen, the elite Fedaykin, and the powerful Sardaukar, strategically placing them to outmaneuver opponents.\n\n\n\nSpice Harvesting: Send Spice harvesters deep into the desert, facing the perilous presence of Sandworms that could alter the course of the game.\n\n\n\nAction Dice System: Engage in battles and strategic decisions using an action dice system, adding an element of unpredictability to each turn.\n\n\n\nDynamic Storytelling: With numerous event cards, the game offers a dynamic narrative that allows players to retell the Dune saga in unique ways with each playthrough.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Gaming!\n","excerpt":"Step into the treacherous world of Arrakis, a seemingly desolate desert planet hiding the galaxy’s most coveted resource: Spice. 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    2024 promises to be just as exciting and dynamic as the preceding year. Here, we present five new board games that have captured our attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Our compilation of the most eagerly anticipated board games of 2024 spans a wide spectrum within the hobby. From innovative experiences inspired by immensely popular video game franchises like Metal Gear Solid to historical titles delving into unique moments in human history, the selection is diverse. Additionally, 2024 will mark the introduction of the first major board game based on the popular roguelite genre found in video games. Notably, a decades-old classic board game is making a comeback with revitalized energy in a fresh format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Keep an eye on these board games as they unfold throughout 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dead Cells: The Rogue-Lite Board Game (2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Mycelia (2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Crossbows & Catapults: Castle Battle (2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Spectral (2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Ironwood (2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Get yours now. Happy gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    2024 promises to be just as exciting and dynamic as the preceding year. Here, we present five new board games that have captured our attention. Our compilation of the most eagerly anticipated board games of 2024 spans a wide spectrum within the hobby. From innovative experiences inspired by immensely popular video game franchises like Metal …<\/p>\n

    The board games generating the highest anticipation in March 2024.<\/span> Read More »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":23199,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"disabled","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[815,32],"tags":[215],"class_list":["post-23189","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-board-games","category-products","tag-board-games"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"John Paulo","id":23189,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/w7each6shr4-1024x576-2.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/w7each6shr4-1024x576-2-300x169.jpg","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/w7each6shr4-1024x576-2.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/03\/w7each6shr4-1024x576-2-250x141.jpg"},"title":"The board games generating the highest anticipation in March 2024.","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/06\/the-board-games-generating-the-highest-anticipation-in-march-2024\/","date":"2024-03-06T01:26:41","content":"\n\n\n\n\n2024 promises to be just as exciting and dynamic as the preceding year. Here, we present five new board games that have captured our attention.\n\n\n\nOur compilation of the most eagerly anticipated board games of 2024 spans a wide spectrum within the hobby. From innovative experiences inspired by immensely popular video game franchises like Metal Gear Solid to historical titles delving into unique moments in human history, the selection is diverse. Additionally, 2024 will mark the introduction of the first major board game based on the popular roguelite genre found in video games. Notably, a decades-old classic board game is making a comeback with revitalized energy in a fresh format.\n\n\n\nKeep an eye on these board games as they unfold throughout 2024.\n\n\n\nDead Cells: The Rogue-Lite Board Game (2024)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMycelia (2024)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCrossbows & Catapults: Castle Battle (2024)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpectral (2024)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIronwood (2024)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet yours now. Happy gaming!\n","excerpt":"2024 promises to be just as exciting and dynamic as the preceding year. Here, we present five new board games that have captured our attention. Our compilation of the most eagerly anticipated board games of 2024 spans a wide spectrum within the hobby. From innovative experiences inspired by immensely popular video game franchises like Metal …\n The board games generating the highest anticipation in March 2024. 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    Get ready to create unforgettable memories with these fantastic boardgame companions. Say goodbye to boredom and hello to the thrill of victory, because these top 5 boardgames are not just games \u2013 they’re your new best friends in fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    FLOE<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The Vale of Eternity<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Life in Reterra<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Dying Light: The Board Game<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Thunder Road: Vendetta<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Gather your friends, set up the table, and let the dice roll \u2013 because the adventure begins now! Get ready to redefine fun, forge friendships, and immerse yourself in the excitement of these top 5 boardgames. It’s time to level up your game night and unleash the joy that comes with every move, roll, and strategy. Happy gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Get ready to create unforgettable memories with these fantastic boardgame companions. Say goodbye to boredom and hello to the thrill of victory, because these top 5 boardgames are not just games \u2013 they’re your new best friends in fun! FLOE The Vale of Eternity Life in Reterra Dying Light: The Board Game Thunder Road: Vendetta …<\/p>\n

    Board Game: Unveiling the Top 5 Sizzling Hot Picks to Ignite Your Gaming Passion!<\/span> Read More »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":61,"featured_media":23112,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1,815,23,816],"tags":[215,185,549],"class_list":["post-23111","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","category-board-games","category-crystal-updates","category-tabletop-games","tag-board-games","tag-boardgames","tag-tabletop-games"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"Eena","id":23111,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/646a937f5d7a3329b3420fa17c273238.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/646a937f5d7a3329b3420fa17c273238-300x196.jpg","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/646a937f5d7a3329b3420fa17c273238.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/646a937f5d7a3329b3420fa17c273238-230x150.jpg"},"title":"Board Game: Unveiling the Top 5 Sizzling Hot Picks to Ignite Your Gaming Passion!","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/02\/29\/board-game-unveiling-the-top-5-sizzling-hot-picks-to-ignite-your-gaming-passion\/","date":"2024-02-29T05:37:43","content":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready to create unforgettable memories with these fantastic boardgame companions. Say goodbye to boredom and hello to the thrill of victory, because these top 5 boardgames are not just games \u2013 they’re your new best friends in fun!\n\n\n\nFLOE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Vale of Eternity\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLife in Reterra\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDying Light: The Board Game\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThunder Road: Vendetta\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGather your friends, set up the table, and let the dice roll \u2013 because the adventure begins now! Get ready to redefine fun, forge friendships, and immerse yourself in the excitement of these top 5 boardgames. It’s time to level up your game night and unleash the joy that comes with every move, roll, and strategy. Happy gaming!\n","excerpt":"Get ready to create unforgettable memories with these fantastic boardgame companions. Say goodbye to boredom and hello to the thrill of victory, because these top 5 boardgames are not just games \u2013 they’re your new best friends in fun! FLOE The Vale of Eternity Life in Reterra Dying Light: The Board Game Thunder Road: Vendetta …\n Board Game: Unveiling the Top 5 Sizzling Hot Picks to Ignite Your Gaming Passion! Read More »\n","categories":[{"name":"Board games","slug":"board-games"},{"name":"Card Game","slug":"uncategorized"},{"name":"CrystalCommerce Updates","slug":"crystal-updates"},{"name":"tabletop games","slug":"tabletop-games"}],"comments":0},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23111","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/61"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23111"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23111\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23112"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23111"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23111"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23111"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":23088,"date":"2024-02-28T05:39:05","date_gmt":"2024-02-28T13:39:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/?p=23088"},"modified":"2024-02-28T05:41:23","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T13:41:23","slug":"unleashing-the-thrills-navigating-the-intense-storm-of-strategy-in-heat-heavy-rain-board-game","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/02\/28\/unleashing-the-thrills-navigating-the-intense-storm-of-strategy-in-heat-heavy-rain-board-game\/","title":{"rendered":"Unleashing the Thrills: Navigating the Intense Storm of Strategy in Heat: Heavy Rain Board Game!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

    \"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Welcome, fellow racers, to an adrenaline-packed journey through the latest expansion of Heat: Heavy Rain! Get ready to rev your engines and navigate the thrilling additions that promise to elevate the intensity of your races to unprecedented levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. New Driver, New Horizons: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Meet the newest contender ready to hit the tracks, donned in a vibrant orange palette. This expansion introduces a seventh racer to the mix, shaking up the dynamics of Heat: Heavy Rain and offering even more strategic possibilities for victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Global Expedition: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Embark on racing adventures across two brand-new maps, featuring the iconic landscapes of Japan and Mexico. Each map presents its own challenges and opportunities, ensuring that every race is a unique and exciting experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Powerful Purple Drop: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Get ready to spice up your engine strategy with the introduction of purple drop upgrade cards. The purple drop features a distinct cooldown mechanism, allowing players to retrieve a heat card from their discard pile and inject it back into their engine. This game-changing addition adds a layer of tactical depth, forcing players to rethink their approach to staying ahead in the race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Submerged Challenges: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Navigate the danger zones with submerged track sections that demand an extra heat for downshifting gears. These treacherous waters add a thrilling twist to your races, requiring strategic decision-making to ensure you stay afloat while maintaining your competitive edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Expanded Arsenal of Cards: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The expansion doesn’t stop there – brace yourself for an influx of more heat, stress, championship, sponsorship, and event cards. These additions promise a wealth of surprises, challenges, and opportunities, keeping you on the edge of your seat throughout the entire gaming experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Heat: Heavy Rain<\/h4>
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    Heat: Heavy Rain’s latest expansion invites you to buckle up for an exhilarating ride through uncharted territories. With a new driver, diverse maps, innovative upgrade cards, submerged challenges, and an expanded card arsenal, the game has never been more intense. Get ready to rev your engines, strategize like never before, and experience the thrill of Heat: Heavy Rain like never before! Are you up for the challenge? The storm awaits!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Happy Gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Welcome, fellow racers, to an adrenaline-packed journey through the latest expansion of Heat: Heavy Rain! Get ready to rev your engines and navigate the thrilling additions that promise to elevate the intensity of your races to unprecedented levels. 1. New Driver, New Horizons: Meet the newest contender ready to hit the tracks, donned in a …<\/p>\n

    Unleashing the Thrills: Navigating the Intense Storm of Strategy in Heat: Heavy Rain Board Game!<\/span> Read More »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":23089,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[815,33,23],"tags":[215,187,1704],"class_list":["post-23088","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-board-games","category-catalog","category-crystal-updates","tag-board-games","tag-days-of-wonder","tag-heat-heavy-rain"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"John Paulo","id":23088,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/HEAT_HEAVY-RAIN_SPREADBOX_EN.png","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/HEAT_HEAVY-RAIN_SPREADBOX_EN-300x225.png","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/HEAT_HEAVY-RAIN_SPREADBOX_EN-1024x768.png","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/HEAT_HEAVY-RAIN_SPREADBOX_EN-200x150.png"},"title":"Unleashing the Thrills: Navigating the Intense Storm of Strategy in Heat: Heavy Rain Board Game!","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/02\/28\/unleashing-the-thrills-navigating-the-intense-storm-of-strategy-in-heat-heavy-rain-board-game\/","date":"2024-02-28T05:39:05","content":"\n\n\n\n\nWelcome, fellow racers, to an adrenaline-packed journey through the latest expansion of Heat: Heavy Rain! Get ready to rev your engines and navigate the thrilling additions that promise to elevate the intensity of your races to unprecedented levels.\n\n\n\n1. New Driver, New Horizons: \n\n\n\nMeet the newest contender ready to hit the tracks, donned in a vibrant orange palette. This expansion introduces a seventh racer to the mix, shaking up the dynamics of Heat: Heavy Rain and offering even more strategic possibilities for victory.\n\n\n\n2. Global Expedition: \n\n\n\nEmbark on racing adventures across two brand-new maps, featuring the iconic landscapes of Japan and Mexico. Each map presents its own challenges and opportunities, ensuring that every race is a unique and exciting experience.\n\n\n\n3. Powerful Purple Drop: \n\n\n\nGet ready to spice up your engine strategy with the introduction of purple drop upgrade cards. The purple drop features a distinct cooldown mechanism, allowing players to retrieve a heat card from their discard pile and inject it back into their engine. This game-changing addition adds a layer of tactical depth, forcing players to rethink their approach to staying ahead in the race.\n\n\n\n4. Submerged Challenges: \n\n\n\nNavigate the danger zones with submerged track sections that demand an extra heat for downshifting gears. These treacherous waters add a thrilling twist to your races, requiring strategic decision-making to ensure you stay afloat while maintaining your competitive edge.\n\n\n\n5. Expanded Arsenal of Cards: \n\n\n\nThe expansion doesn’t stop there – brace yourself for an influx of more heat, stress, championship, sponsorship, and event cards. These additions promise a wealth of surprises, challenges, and opportunities, keeping you on the edge of your seat throughout the entire gaming experience.\n\n\n\nHeat: Heavy Rain\n\n\n\nHeat: Heavy Rain’s latest expansion invites you to buckle up for an exhilarating ride through uncharted territories. 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    \"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    In a world reshaped by time, where the remnants of the past are nothing but overgrown memories, emerges a beacon of hope and ingenuity \u2013 Reterra! Welcome to a universe where resilience knows no bounds, and the power to forge a new way of living lies in your hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Life in Reterra: A (Re)Building Adventure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Picture this: a board game that transcends the ordinary, a game where each player becomes the architect of their destiny. This is Reterra, a (re)building game that invites you to shape the landscape of a post-apocalyptic world and construct a community that stands the test of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Setting the Stage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    As you step into the realm of Reterra, the first choice is yours \u2013 select from three captivating themed building sets or create your own, each comprising five building cards and their corresponding building tiles. The canvas is yours, and the possibilities are endless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The Foundation: Land Tiles and Gears<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Every player starts with a single square land tile, a canvas waiting to be transformed. Divided into a 2×2 grid, each space harbors one of five terrain types, a gear icon, or one of four relic types. Your hand holds three more land tiles, and five are revealed face up \u2013 the foundation of your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Strategic Moves: Building Your Community<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    On your turn, the choice is yours \u2013 pick a land tile and add it to your community, a space that can expand to four tiles on each side. The gears on your tiles unlock possibilities; will you place an inhabitant or construct a building? But beware, every part of the building must be supported by a gear, and all gears must rest on the same terrain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Life in Reterra<\/h4>
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    Unlocking Power: Building Cards and Subsequent Turns<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    With a building in play, you wield the power of its card, a force to be reckoned with. Utilize this power on each subsequent turn \u2013 place relic tokens, introduce more inhabitants, disrupt opponents’ relics, or score big for dominating terrains and buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The Grand Finale: Scoring and Victory<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The climax arrives when everyone has sixteen tiles in their community. It’s time to tally the points, earned through blocks of terrain, encircled energy sources, inhabitants, relics, and buildings. The architect with the highest score emerges victorious, a true master of (re)building in Reterra!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Embark on Your Journey in Reterra Today!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dive into the immersive world of Reterra, where the thrill of strategic (re)building awaits. Unleash your creativity, devise cunning strategies, and secure your place as the visionary leader in this post-apocalyptic saga. The world may be overgrown with memories, but in Reterra, the future is yours to construct! Are you ready for the challenge?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Happy Gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    In a world reshaped by time, where the remnants of the past are nothing but overgrown memories, emerges a beacon of hope and ingenuity \u2013 Reterra! Welcome to a universe where resilience knows no bounds, and the power to forge a new way of living lies in your hands. Life in Reterra: A (Re)Building Adventure …<\/p>\n

    Life in Reterra: Crafting a New World from the Ashes \u2013 Build, Strategize, and Conquer in this Thrilling (Re)Building Game!<\/span> Read More »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":23061,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[815,33,23],"tags":[215,468,1703],"class_list":["post-23059","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-board-games","category-catalog","category-crystal-updates","tag-board-games","tag-hasbro","tag-life-in-reterra"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"John Paulo","id":23059,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pic8052116-1.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pic8052116-1-300x158.jpg","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pic8052116-1-1024x538.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pic8052116-1-250x131.jpg"},"title":"Life in Reterra: Crafting a New World from the Ashes \u2013 Build, Strategize, and Conquer in this Thrilling (Re)Building Game!","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/02\/27\/life-in-reterra-crafting-a-new-world-from-the-ashes-build-strategize-and-conquer-in-this-thrilling-rebuilding-game\/","date":"2024-02-27T05:39:50","content":"\n\n\n\n\nIn a world reshaped by time, where the remnants of the past are nothing but overgrown memories, emerges a beacon of hope and ingenuity \u2013 Reterra! Welcome to a universe where resilience knows no bounds, and the power to forge a new way of living lies in your hands.\n\n\n\nLife in Reterra: A (Re)Building Adventure\n\n\n\nPicture this: a board game that transcends the ordinary, a game where each player becomes the architect of their destiny. This is Reterra, a (re)building game that invites you to shape the landscape of a post-apocalyptic world and construct a community that stands the test of time.\n\n\n\nSetting the Stage\n\n\n\nAs you step into the realm of Reterra, the first choice is yours \u2013 select from three captivating themed building sets or create your own, each comprising five building cards and their corresponding building tiles. The canvas is yours, and the possibilities are endless.\n\n\n\nThe Foundation: Land Tiles and Gears\n\n\n\nEvery player starts with a single square land tile, a canvas waiting to be transformed. 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    \"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Declare your loyalty to the Emperor or the Warmaster, and fight for the fate of the war-torn Imperium.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Legions Imperialis: Cerastus Knights Lancer<\/h4>
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    Legions Imperialis: Questoris Knights<\/h4>
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    Warhammer: The Horus Heresy – Legions Imperialis<\/h4>
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    Legions Imperialis: Baneblade Squadron<\/h4>
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    Legions Imperialis: Malcador Infernus and Valdor Tank Destroyers<\/h4>
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    Enter the grim darkness of the far future and command your destiny in Warhammer 40,000.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Declare your loyalty to the Emperor or the Warmaster, and fight for the fate of the war-torn Imperium. Enter the grim darkness of the far future and command your destiny in Warhammer 40,000.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":61,"featured_media":23057,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[23,815,33,816],"tags":[811,549,1489],"class_list":["post-23056","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-crystal-updates","category-board-games","category-catalog","category-tabletop-games","tag-board-game","tag-tabletop-games","tag-warhammer"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"Eena","id":23056,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/Firestorm-Blog-Headers-Legions-Imperialis-04.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/Firestorm-Blog-Headers-Legions-Imperialis-04-300x200.jpg","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/Firestorm-Blog-Headers-Legions-Imperialis-04.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/Firestorm-Blog-Headers-Legions-Imperialis-04-225x150.jpg"},"title":"BATTLE ON A NEW SCALE: WARHAMMER 40,000","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/02\/27\/battle-on-a-new-scale-warhammer-40000\/","date":"2024-02-27T05:35:41","content":"\n\n\n\n\nDeclare your loyalty to the Emperor or the Warmaster, and fight for the fate of the war-torn Imperium.\n\n\n\nLegions Imperialis: Cerastus Knights Lancer\n\n\n\nLegions Imperialis: Questoris Knights\n\n\n\nWarhammer: The Horus Heresy – Legions Imperialis\n\n\n\nLegions Imperialis: Baneblade Squadron\n\n\n\nLegions Imperialis: Malcador Infernus and Valdor Tank Destroyers\n\n\n\nEnter the grim darkness of the far future and command your destiny in Warhammer 40,000.\n","excerpt":"Declare your loyalty to the Emperor or the Warmaster, and fight for the fate of the war-torn Imperium. Enter the grim darkness of the far future and command your destiny in Warhammer 40,000.\n","categories":[{"name":"Board games","slug":"board-games"},{"name":"Catalog","slug":"catalog"},{"name":"CrystalCommerce Updates","slug":"crystal-updates"},{"name":"tabletop games","slug":"tabletop-games"}],"comments":0},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23056","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/61"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23056"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23056\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23057"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23056"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23056"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23056"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":23041,"date":"2024-02-26T06:15:28","date_gmt":"2024-02-26T14:15:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/?p=23041"},"modified":"2024-02-26T06:15:29","modified_gmt":"2024-02-26T14:15:29","slug":"floe-conquer-the-iceberg-sea-in-epic-heroic-journeys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/02\/26\/floe-conquer-the-iceberg-sea-in-epic-heroic-journeys\/","title":{"rendered":"FLOE: Conquer the Iceberg Sea in Epic Heroic Journeys!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

    \"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    FLOE<\/strong><\/em> is an adventure-strategy game where players embark on heroic quests across an icy landscape. You\u2019ll discover long-lost secrets on uncharted icebergs, sail the seas in to find adventure and sunken treasure and delve into perilous caves to find precious crystals and battle fearsome monsters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Despite the dangers ahead, you won\u2019t be alone in your travels. Always at your side, your loyal familiar may help gather resources or jump into the fray to turn the tide of battle. During their travels, heroes will also gain helpful allies, powerful abilities, and rare items. In time, heroes may also build shrines across the map, ensuring their legacy will be long remembered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    However, always beware of the cold. Venturing into the icy wasteland is perilous: almost everything heroes do outside the safety of the village will cost them warmth. From time to time, they will need to return to the village to warm up, improve their homestead, purchase upgrades, and prepare for their next big adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Will you be the boldest explorer of them all?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    FLOE<\/h4>
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    FLOE features a unique region-to-region movement system that allows heroes and sailboats to navigate the realm with ease; only the natural shapes of the ice and seas are used to determine movement, so you never need to count squares on a grid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Additionally, after each game, players unlock Floe Stone stickers they use to track Village progress. By reaching certain milestones, they can open envelopes and unlock new gameplay experiences that expand the realm and reveal long-lost lore about the Crystal Kingdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    – description from publisher<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Happy Gaming<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    FLOE is an adventure-strategy game where players embark on heroic quests across an icy landscape. You\u2019ll discover long-lost secrets on uncharted icebergs, sail the seas in to find adventure and sunken treasure and delve into perilous caves to find precious crystals and battle fearsome monsters. Despite the dangers ahead, you won\u2019t be alone in your travels. …<\/p>\n

    FLOE: Conquer the Iceberg Sea in Epic Heroic Journeys!<\/span> Read More »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":63,"featured_media":23042,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[815,1,33,23],"tags":[215,1701,1702],"class_list":["post-23041","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-board-games","category-uncategorized","category-catalog","category-crystal-updates","tag-board-games","tag-floe","tag-pika-games"],"crystal_rest_feed":{"author":"John Paulo","id":23041,"featured_image":{"original":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pic7907058.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pic7907058-300x158.jpg","large":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pic7907058-1024x538.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pic7907058-250x131.jpg"},"title":"FLOE: Conquer the Iceberg Sea in Epic Heroic Journeys!","link":"https:\/\/www.crystalcommerce.com\/blog\/2024\/02\/26\/floe-conquer-the-iceberg-sea-in-epic-heroic-journeys\/","date":"2024-02-26T06:15:28","content":"\n\n\n\n\nFLOE is an adventure-strategy game where players embark on heroic quests across an icy landscape. You\u2019ll discover long-lost secrets on uncharted icebergs, sail the seas in to find adventure and sunken treasure and delve into perilous caves to find precious crystals and battle fearsome monsters.\n\n\n\nDespite the dangers ahead, you won\u2019t be alone in your travels. Always at your side, your loyal familiar may help gather resources or jump into the fray to turn the tide of battle. During their travels, heroes will also gain helpful allies, powerful abilities, and rare items. In time, heroes may also build shrines across the map, ensuring their legacy will be long remembered.\n\n\n\nHowever, always beware of the cold. Venturing into the icy wasteland is perilous: almost everything heroes do outside the safety of the village will cost them warmth. 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    Lucario, the Aura Pokemon, is a Fighting and Steel type. Lucario can concentrate its mental energy into a mysterious wave called aura<\/em> that can let it sense human emotion\u2014or reduce boulders to dust. Now you can bring Lucario\u2019s powers of defense to protect your TCG collection with this upcoming line of accessories from Ultra\u2022PRO!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Ultra Pro: Pokemon – Lucario Full-View Deck Box<\/h4>
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    Ultra Pro: Pokemon – Lucario Deck Protector Sleeves<\/h4>
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    Ultra Pro: Pokemon – Lucario 2-Inch Album<\/h4>
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    Ultra Pro: Pokemon – Lucario Playmat<\/h4>
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    Ultra Pro: Pokemon – Lucario 4-Pocket Portfolio<\/h4>
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    Ultra Pro: Pokemon – Lucario 9-Pocket Portfolio<\/h4>
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    Pokemon – Lucario 9-Pocket PRO-Binder<\/h4>
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    Don’t forget to pre-order today<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Happy Gaming!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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