News Flash: Next Horrified Game, Cooperative Talisman

Next Horrified Game Announced
Ravensburger has announced Horrified: World of Monsters, set for release in August. "A standalone game that features gameplay similar to 2019's Horrified, and in this co-operative game, you'll face off against the riddling Sphinx, the reclusive Yeti, the ravenous Jiangshi, and the Great Old One itself, Cthulhu."
Source: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/423434/horrified-world-of-monsters

Cooperative Talisman Expansion
The first cooperative expansion for the classic board game Talisman has been announced. Compatible with the 5th edition, it is expected to be released in October. "In this Talisman Alliances: Fate Beckons cooperative game, join forces with fellow players and set forth on an epic adventure to complete 5 daunting Trials!"
Source: https://hasbropulse.com/products/talisman-alliances-fate-beckons

The Mandalorian: Adventures Announced
Unexpected Games has announced The Mandalorian: Adventures, a new cooperative game set in the Star Wars universe. "Employ clever card play to traverse distinct maps, deal devastating blows to enemies, gather valuable intel, and plan out your next moves."
Source: https://unexpectedgames.com/themandalorian

Super Kawaii Pets Early Release
A limited number of early release copies for Arcane Wonders' Super Kawaii Pets are currently available. "Players will collect adorable animals, then feed, heal and love them to make all the sad animals happy! Collect victory points by feeding the animals, giving them a loving home, and making sure they are healthy."
Source: https://www.arcanewonders.com/product/super-kawaii-pets/

Risk: Godstorm Pre-Order
Renegade Game Studios has a new edition of Risk available for pre-order. "Battle across the Earth and in the dark regions below. Harness primal forces to strike with devastating power. Command five ancient cultures - Greek, Celtic, Babylonian, Norse, and Egyptian - in a continent-spanning battle that will determine whose civilization reigns supreme. And rest assured, the gods will not sit idle in this war."
Source: https://renegadegamestudios.com/risk-godstorm/

Quartz: The Dice Game Announced
Lucky Duck Games has announced that it will be releasing a dice version of Quartz. "It seems that new mines keep being discovered... But these mines aren't that big and all the dwarves will have to run to get the most out of them in just one day! In this dice version of Quartz, the bet remains the same: Everyone must explore the mine and sell the mined crystals in the city at the end of the day."
Source: https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/357989/quartz-the-dice-game

Reviews
Operation Barclay (Space Biff): “When it comes to this sort of game, there’s a fine line to walk between abstraction, simplicity, and historical evocation. Although this title falls a little more to one side of the line than I would prefer, Suckling has gamified a tricky topic with a deft hand, producing tense moments and uncertain ruses redolent of the espionage activities of the Second World War.”
Source:  https://spacebiff.com/2024/06/13/operation-barclay/

Sushi Boat (Tabletop Bellhop): “It is a game that’s more difficult to play well than I expected, which can be a good thing for players who like highly competitive play. It is a game where you can outplay your opponents and feel like you earned that victory.”
Source: https://tabletopbellhop.com/game-reviews/sushi-boat/

Booty Dice (What Board Game) “If you are looking for a game that is intricate, strategic, and requires tough decision-making, this may not be the right choice for you. However, if you prefer a game that is easy to learn and can be enjoyed within minutes, especially with younger or more laid-back players, then this could be the perfect fit for you.”
Source: https://www.whatboardgame.com/post/booty-dice-dice-game-review

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• Horrified (original game): https://amzn.to/3VCm05O
• Talisman (5th edition): https://amzn.to/4cb70D8
• Sushi Boat: https://amzn.to/3xExvBI
• Booty Dice: https://amzn.to/3xjjJof