For board game enthusiasts, there is nothing quite like the thrill of a good strategy game. Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting started, there are plenty of exciting new games to look forward to in 2022. In this article, we'll take a look at the top strategy board games to watch out for in the coming year.
1. Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition
Terraforming Mars: Ares Expedition is a cooperative deck-building game set on the red planet. Players work together to build a sustainable habitat on Mars while competing against rival corporations. With stunning artwork and immersive gameplay, this is a game that is sure to captivate players of all skill levels.
2. Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion
Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion is a standalone game set in the same universe as the critically acclaimed Gloomhaven. This game is designed to be more accessible to new players while still offering the deep strategic gameplay that fans of the series love. With new characters, enemies, and scenarios, this is a game that is sure to keep players engaged for hours on end.
3. Pandemic Legacy: Season 3
The Pandemic Legacy series has been a staple of the board game world since its debut in 2015. Season 3 promises to be just as exciting, with new mechanics, challenges, and storylines. As players work to save the world from a deadly virus, they will have to make tough choices that will have lasting consequences. This is a must-play game for fans of cooperative play and immersive storytelling.
4. Dune: Imperium
Dune: Imperium is a strategy game set in the world of Frank Herbert's classic science fiction series. Players take on the role of leaders of noble houses, competing for control of the desert planet Arrakis. With a unique blend of deck-building and worker placement mechanics, this is a game that is sure to challenge even the most experienced players.
5. Oath: Chronicles of Empire and Exile
Oath: Chronicles of Empire and Exile is a game of politics and intrigue set in a fantasy world. Players take on the role of leaders of factions vying for control of the kingdom. With a unique system of legacy cards that change the rules of the game as you play, this is a game that is sure to keep players on their toes.
6. Lost Ruins of Arnak
Lost Ruins of Arnak is a game of exploration and discovery set in a mysterious jungle. Players take on the role of adventurers, uncovering the secrets of an ancient civilization. With a unique blend of deck-building and worker placement mechanics, this is a game that is sure to keep players engaged for hours on end.
7. Root: The Marauder Expansion
Root: The Marauder Expansion is the latest addition to the wildly popular Root series. This expansion introduces a new faction, the Marauders, who are focused on pillaging and plundering. With new characters, cards, and mechanics, this is a game that is sure to shake things up for fans of the series.
8. Twilight Imperium: Prophecy of Kings
Twilight Imperium: Prophecy of Kings is the latest expansion for the classic space opera game. This expansion introduces new factions, technologies, and mechanics, taking the game to new heights of complexity and strategy. With a playtime of up to eight hours, this is a game that is sure to satisfy serious gamers.
9. War of the Ring: Kings of Middle Earth
War of the Ring: Kings of Middle Earth is the latest expansion for the epic Lord of the Rings board game. This expansion adds new characters, artifacts, and events, expanding the game's already rich lore. With a focus on narrative and storytelling, this is a game that is sure to appeal to fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's classic series.
10. Brass: Birmingham
Brass: Birmingham is a game of industrialization and economic growth set in the mid-19th century. Players take on the role of entrepreneurs vying for control of the booming industrial city of Birmingham. With a focus on economic strategy and resource management, this is a game that is sure to challenge even the most experienced players.
Conclusion
These are just a few of the exciting new strategy board games to look forward to in 2022. Whether you're a fan of cooperative play, competitive strategy, or immersive storytelling, there is sure to be a game on this list that will capture your imagination. So gather your friends and family, dive into a new game, and let the strategy and adventure begin!
