News Flash: Happy City Released, Gathering of the Wicked Announced

Happy City Released
Gamewright has released Happy City, a fast playing mini-city building card game. "Buy buildings to attract residents, increase their happiness, and earn an income. But plan carefully! You'll need money to grow, but only the satisfaction of your citizens counts towards your final score."
Source: https://gamewright.com/product/happy-city

Gathering of the Wicked Announced
Asmodee has announced a new party game that combines Disney villains with Werewolves of Millers Hollow gameplay. The game will release this October. "The original Werewolves of Millers Hollow has experienced success all over the world, selling over two million copies in the last three years. The game celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2021, and there is no better way to mark the occasion than with a new Disney twist on this timeless game."
Source: https://www.asmodeena.com/en/news/2021/8/4/Gathering-of-the-Wicked/

Dog Lover Announced
AEG has announced a new set collection card game, set for release next year. "During the game, you will be fetching cards, collecting bones, and gathering food for your loveable dogs. You will rescue them from the shelter, train them on new tricks, and cherish their unique traits. The player who takes care of their beloved dogs best will score the most victory points and win the game!"
Source: http://www.alderac.com/doglover/

Cuphead: Fast Rolling Dice Game Announced
The Op has announced a new dice game based on the indie video game Cuphead. "Brace yourself to battle one imposing boss after another as you move, parry, and shoot your way through this all new, cooperative dice game based on Studio MDHR’s breakout run-and-gun video game."
Source: https://theop.games/2021/08/cuphead-dice-game-coming-soon/

Next Coded Chronicles Announced
The Op has announced a Goonies-themed game as the next entry in their Coded Chronicles game line. "The Op’s Coded Chronicles system is an at-home escape room style game where players are immersed in a new narrative story that allows them to relive iconic moments and solve puzzles with a unique code-revealing mechanic.  In this third installation, you can play as Mikey, Brand, Mouth, Data, Andy, Stef, Chunk, and Sloth and go on a quest for One-Eyed Willy’s hidden treasure!"
Source: https://theop.games/2021/08/goonies-escape-room-game-coming-soon/

Super-Skill Pinball Expansion
WizKids has announced an expansion to their pinball-themed roll and write. "The hit tabletop Pinball experience is back with four all-new tables, ramping up the acclaimed gameplay with faster games, teamwork, and inventive new bonus areas!"
Source: https://wizkids.com/super-skill-pinball-ramp-it-up/

Reviews
Court Of Miracles (Meeple Gamers): “It is a quick game that allows players to get into their roles and have fun. That is all I can ever expect from a thematic game and Court Of Miracles does it very well.”
Source: https://www.meeplegamers.com/court-of-miracles-lucky-duck-games-review/

Exit: The Game – The Sacred Temple (Unfiltered Gamer): “If you’re looking for a night or two of high-adventure, seeking lost temples in distant lands – this is an Exit game you should check out.”
Source: https://unfilteredgamer.com/review-exit-the-game-the-sacred-temple/

Hammer Time (What’s Eric Playing): “Overall, I think Hammer Time is solidly fun! I wasn’t not going to love at least part of it; it’s got a hammer, and I get to hit non-player things with it.”
Source: https://whatsericplaying.com/2021/08/16/hammer-time/