Trio

Trio

Sometimes a game comes along that’s small enough to fit in your pocket, but big enough to steal the spotlight on game night. Trio is one of those games. It’s quick, easy to learn, and packed with tension, laughter, and the occasional moment of total chaos. This clever little card game has quickly found a regular spot on our table. What is Trio all about? In Trio, the goal is simple. You’re trying to collect three of the same number. The deck contains twelve numbers, each appearing three times. Depending on player count, some cards are dealt face up, some…

Sea, Salt and Paper

Gameplay

We have had lots of fun playing this beautiful looking game. Here, we explain how to play sea, salt and paper in a step-by-step guide, which will have you up and running in no time. Setup The Game. You take it in turns to take cards either End the round Once a player has 7 points (made up from duos played and cards in hand), that player can trigger the end of the round in 1 of 2 ways: Next round or end of game Once the round has finished, if a player has the correct number of points to…

Why You Should Play Board Games

Chess board

The reason why you should play board games is because some of the best evenings in our house don’t involve screens, tickets, or big plans. Just a table, a stack of cards, a few snacks, and the familiar sound of game pieces being shuffled, passed, or occasionally launched across the room. Yes, we’ve even had the odd board flip — all in good fun. Playing board games has become more than just a hobby for my family. It’s something we genuinely look forward to, a way to switch off from the day-to-day and spend proper time together. Whether it’s me…

Top 5 Small Box Games You Should Be Playing in 2025

People playing board games

Here are the top 5 small box games you can pick up in 2025, all easy to carry, quick to learn, and packed with gameplay. Big things really do come in small packages, especially when it comes to board games. Whether you’re short on shelf space, want something travel-friendly, or just love games that set up in seconds but keep you coming back for more, small box games are having a serious moment right now. 1. Sea, Salt & Paper Publisher: BombyxPlayers: 2–4Playtime: 20–30 minutes This charming little game made waves earlier this year, and for good reason. Sea, Salt…

Sea, Salt & Paper: Card Game Review

Sea, Salt and Paper

There’s something deceptively simple about a game that fits in your pocket but still manages to hook you in for round after round. Sea,Salt & Paper is one of those rare gems; a small card game with a big splash. Designed by Bruno Cathala and Théo Rivière, this beautifully illustrated game blends set collection with a clever push-your-luck mechanism that keeps things tense, strategic, and surprisingly addictive. What’s Sea, Salt and Paper all about? In Sea, Salt & Paper, players collect cards to build sets. Think matching octopuses, pairs of crabs, boats, swimmers and so on, each offering different point…