We’ve plunged into the depths of Dungeon Drop quite a few times since we did a Kickstarter preview back in 2019 — before The Cardboard Cantina even existed! Now, thanks to the newest expansion from Phase Shift Games, we are returning to the dungeon. In addition to several new game modes, designer Scott R. Smith…
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Coffee Corner: Cryptid Cafe’s Hexpresso Moves From The Game Table To The Coffee Table
Krista’s Thoughts: Whether you’re a server, budding cryptozoologist, or cryptid yourself, Hexpresso is sure to give you the flavorful caffeine boost you need! Thanks to this Kickstarter-exclusive offering from Squatchy Games, we can further immerse ourselves into cryptid lore and partake in one of their supposed choice libations. After brewing up a pot, I am…
Marvelous Surprises Await in Wonder Book
Wonder Book is a co-op board game for 1-4 players that was recently released by dV Giochi and features a new twist on children’s pop-up books. While the story itself is not contained within the book, players will actually use the book in place of a game board – utilizing pull tabs, secret flaps, and…
Hopping Into The Holidays With Rabbit Island
Four rabbit tribes, led by Russet, Acorn, Saffron, and Cobalt have each been wandering the seas looking for a new home. After months adrift, they discover a seemingly uninhabited island to explore and settle as their own. In Rabbit Island: Explore, Build, Conquer from Infinite Heart Games, 2-4 players will take on the roles of…
Travel Back To 20th Century Manhattan With Santorini: New York
With the introduction of steel-skeleton construction, New York’s skyline drastically changed in the early 1900s. Buildings as high as 10-stories began popping up all over the place but were quickly dwarfed by new 22-story buildings with electricity and elevators. Skyscrapers such as the Woolworth Building, Chrysler Building, and Empire State Building have become iconic since…
Cozying Up With Creature Comforts From KTBG
In the world of Maple Valley, much like for us here at the Cantina, Spring has sprung, the sun is shining, and flowers are blooming! For many, this means a mix of chores and fun with cleaning, gardening, hiking, biking, swimming, or other, outdoor activities. In Creature Comforts, however, it is already time for the…