Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle vs Trains

Hogwarts Battle is a cooperative deck-builder that takes players through all seven years of the Harry Potter series. The game starts simple, teaching you the basics in Year 1, and gradually adds complexity, new mechanics, and tougher villains as you progress through the years. It is a masterclass in thematic progression, making it perfect for fans of the books and movies. While it may be too simpl...

Trains is a fascinating hybrid of deck-building and route-building. Players build their decks to purchase train cards and lay tracks on a map of Tokyo or Osaka. The game forces you to balance your deck's efficiency with the physical constraints of the board. It is a more strategic, 'Euro-style' take on the deck-building genre, appealing to players who enjoy games like Ticket to Ride but want more...