Essen 2026 – novelties, Page 3

Timespan is a streamlined, friendly and highly replayable civilization game from Alion Games, built around six asymmetric civilizations, six unique technology boards and more than 175 cards representing historic figures, buildings, technologies and wonders. Designed to be played in about 90 minutes, it lets players guide their culture from the stone age to the space age without warfare,...

Bathed by the crystal-clear waters of Cabo de Gata and under the white light of Andalusia stands Níjar, a small town in the province of Almería, Spain, with a pottery tradition dating back to the Bronze Age and which gained great significance during the Muslim period (10th–15th centuries). In Níjar, we travel back to the 1920s, long before the tourism boom of the 1950s. The local economy...

Diables is a mid-heavy eurogame in which you lead a colla in the spectacular Mediterranean tradition of the Ball de Diables. Manage your troupe of performers, coordinate different types of fireworks, and adapt to evolving events to stage the most breathtaking street performances. Carefully plan your actions to captivate the crowd, build momentum across the parade, and earn the highest...

In Kano, 2 to 4 players compete to create their own Emakimono—traditional Japanese painted handscrolls—by skillfully arranging vibrant paint pots. The game elegantly blends tactical resource management with spatial optimization as players navigate a shared central mat to collect the pigments needed for their masterpieces.

Summon the Horsemen, but avoid the apocalypse. Apocalypse is a trick-taking game where the goal is to score the fewest points. Each round, you play cards and influence the Apocalypse tokens at the center of the table. Watch them carefully: if they are all flipped, the rules change and the round descends into chaos! Apocalypse is a redesign of Saika Banrai, adding a 5th suit, a 2 player...

A fast-paced card game for everyone. Adapt and "dnup" your game! Quick decision-making, working with combinations, and constantly changing card values create a dynamic game where every round feels different. dnup is based on simple principles, but these constantly evolve during play, forcing you to react to other players and the developments on the table. Be the first to get rid of all your...

Players explore the visionary world of Antoni Gaudí as they balance the three pillars that shaped his work: Nature, Catalonia, and Religion. By collecting cards and arranging colorful trencadís tiles, they build patterns and advance along their personal boards. Movement around the central Chandelier determines which resources and actions they can take each round. Success requires keeping all...

A great American city awaits your vision! Step into the shoes of an urban planner as you take on the challenge of transforming a bustling metropolis into a modern masterpiece. Raise gleaming skyscrapers, build bridges connecting roads and shape green spaces and water fronts to create a city that stands the test of time. Each decision matters; every building, every street, every neighborhood is...

Your path of vengeance has led you to Sweet Haven, Arizona. You know that the necromancer who has ruined your life has taken over the cemetery as his base of operations and you are going to finish him off at all costs. You face Lord Overkill, a supernatural being, but your prowess as a gambler goes beyond sleight of hand. Channel your magic through poker plays to take out Lord Overkill's...

New animals are returning to the zoo. With the expansion Latecomers, the base game Night at the Zoo gains a whole new dimension.

Welcome to Citadels Duel, a tense head-to-head contest of cunning and ambition. Two rival city planners compete to shape the future of the Citadel, striving to design the district plan that generates the greatest wealth and earns lasting renown. Construct powerful buildings across diverse districts—from bustling Commercial hubs to formidable Military strongholds—while enlisting influential...

An expansion for Inis that adds gods and heroes, sacred groves, and new actions to the game.

Rocking Raft is a lively pirate themed dexterity game where gems shift and slide as the raft tips from side to side. Players must carefully rock the raft to collect treasures and fill their Lifeboats before the Pirate Flag signals the end. Easy to learn and full of tactile fun, it is an ideal choice for family game nights. With an advanced variant included, the challenge grows along with your...

In the bustling Italian city-states of the early 1500s, art was not only beauty but power. Workshops competed fiercely for prestige, fueled by the rivalry of great masters like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo Buonarroti. Artists labored tirelessly to create masterpieces—from sweeping frescoes to marble statues—each work a statement of skill and vision.

An expansion for World Order that adds to the game actual events that took place since 2010, allowing the players to not only see their effect on global relations, but also get the chance to prevent them and change the course of history.    

A strategic game for experienced players, full of both competition and cooperation. Save humanity in this epic sci-fi game! Battle the Zplozent, upgrade your ship, and escape to safety.

Codenames: Critical Role Adventures is a unique take on Codenames inspired by the Critical Role universe. It reimagines the classic mechanisms players know and love in a fresh, unexpected way, transforming this game into a whole new Codenames experience.

Explore the land, uncover mysteries, and follow your residents’ personal stories. Build your Village with over 800 stickers featuring houses, farms, shops, animals, and so much more! As your village grows, so do your options: go fishing, explore the mine, find true love, and more!

In the co-operative game Viking Route, your heroes sail a magical Drakkar to the World's Edge and beyond. Influenced by magical ravens sent by Odin to steer your course, and by the winds of Fate, you will face powerful and monstrous creatures out of the Norse mythos to fulfill your quests and prepare you for the final challenge to defeat the greatest enemy of the Gods and prevent Ragnarok!...

Fame and Fable is a fantasy-themed competitive board game for ONE to FOUR players. Use your actions to buy ally and item cards from the market and play these to defeat monsters, complete contracts or disrupt other players.

Avalon: The Riven Veil expansion.

Neoprene playmat 56x50cm  for the game World Order

Metal Coins, designed especially for the game World Order, 85 pieces