Bringing the Heart with Board Games
Casual Game Insider|Summer 2024
Whether you are going out for a family camping trip or eagerly awaiting the next big blockbuster, these new casual games offer a little something for anyone! So, grab your strongest SPF, a favorite refreshing beverage, and dive into the waves of new titles this summer.
Andrew Lupp
Bringing the Heart with Board Games

Ultimatch

1-5 players | ages 10+ | 20 minutes

If you are looking to get some color this summer, look no further! Play as a group or solo in this highly addictive, cooperative card number and color matching game. The deck consists of 48 cards (8 each of 6 assorted colors) and no repeat cards. Players win by playing cards from their hands to try to match exposed cards on the central pyramid of cards. Match the last card in a row and the next row is revealed, bringing you one step closer to victory — but with fewer options for a match. Match the top card in the pyramid and success is yours. But it’s not so easy! You can match by number or color — or both to create an Ultimatch, allowing a player to draw two cards! There is great player interaction with the ability to trade cards with another player, giving either of you a better option to play. But be careful, if all players pass in a row, the game ends in defeat. Match the top card in the pyramid and walk away winners.

Gnome Hollow

2-4 players | ages 10+ | 45-60 minutes

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