Board Games

[kojibear]

What are some fun, easy-ish fantasy type board games that a group of players (including the Mrs ) can play?

I've heard of fantasy flight games and a game called Descent. Also, heard about something called Thunderstone?

[Tenorikuma]

Those are probably all good games, but they are more oriented to strategy and war game enthusiasts. If you want something fun casual players like your wife will enjoy, I suggest more European-style board games. Historical themes are more common, but for fantasy, check out Citadels, Small World, Shadows over Camelot, and Asara.

[jus]

I recommend super dungeon explore, a delightful and entertaining dungeon crawl, where nine times out of ten your party will all die. Nevertheless an excellent board game. It's a challenging game, but lots of fun.

Talisman is the other fantasy choice that comes to mind, neither of the mentioned are very easy though.

[The Underdweller]

Revolution! (Steve Jackson Games) is fun and easy to learn - it's for 3 to 4 people, but I think there is an expansion pack so that up to 6 people can play.
I've also had non-gamer friends enjoy TSR's old Dungeon! game, if it is still around.
And Risk, of course!

Also I keep hearing great things about Settlers of Catan, but have yet to play it.

[kojibear]

Thanks for the wonderful ideas guys. I will look into them all and let you know what I get and if the Mrs gets into it Wish me luck!!!!

[kojibear]

Well I picked up this one as the heroes a super strong so my wife can feel good about killing things and I have enjoyed all the books. Let me know if you want tp play at some pount



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zs9t-QGw6KY

[Tenorikuma]

Cool, count me in.

[job]

Could I recommend team games, like Pandemic (a little difficult) or Red November (a game where you save your sinking sub as a team or just save your hide).

Small World is a good game, too.

Anyway, good choice with the D&D game. I've never played it but for a fantasy buff I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Bump me if you need an extra player.

[Gannon]

Descent is a ringer. This game is so much fun, but it's better with a group. The more (up to 4) the better.

If you want something light, but competitive, try Super Dungeon Explore. Great game and very much fun.

Blood Bowl is always a winner.

I hear Zombiecide is a lot of fun as well.