Before Diego starts his new job the stars aligned so that we both had a day off at the same time.

So naturally it was a game day.

We started off playing a two player game of Brazil Imperium.

Despite using a two player map that had a higher chance of combat there was no combat between Diego and myself.

I really do like how the game board is so configurable for different player counts and if you want a higher or lower chance of combat.

This was the first time I’ve played Brazil Imperium as a two player game. And guess what? It’s still a great game as a two player game.

Obviously I’ve not played it as a solo game. However I really like it at any of the other player counts. Not many games can say that they are good at all/most player counts. They normally have a sweet spot.

I think what helps is the modular board setup that I like so much. I’m not sure I’d be saying the same if the board was a more traditional one.

That modular board makes it so that both sides are close together, a more compact board.

Next time I visit Nathan this is definitely going in the bag.

Oh and I won. So a good start to the days gaming.

Our next game was a new to me game, Tyrants of the Underdark. A game that’s been on my wish list for a while. So I was really happy to get a chance to try it.

I really liked this deckbuilder mashed with area control.

Although I would argue the theme is very weak, and could almost be anything. Having said that I really do like the art on the cards.

You chose a faction at the start, but in reality you are just choosing your playing colour. The faction name is irrelevant, there is no unique faction ability.

Player count determines how much of the board is in play. For our two player game it was just the central section. Which is one approach. Another is to have a double sided board (similar to Tapestry) with maps tailored to different player counts.

Diego won this one comfortably.

Our third game was Riverside. What more can I say about this roll and write? I like it, a lot. Plus I won this game.

Our final game of the afternoon was Super-Skill Pinball: 4-Cade.

This just didn’t jell with me at all.

The production side is great, dry erase pens, good quality player boards.

I loved the quick start rules leaflet, and rule book.

I found the ball piece annoying and smudged the markings you make on the board.

I felt the game dragged on. I thought it’d be quicker to play.

I need to try this again. But not sure I want to.

We cut the game short after I got called by another friend who had some cupcakes and curry for me to pick up.

I had a great time playing with Diego.

It was kind of him to invite me into his home, and provide a delicious lunch.

Hopefully we will get a chance to repeat this in the near future.