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Board games and decolonisation

Board games and decolonisation

In this article, Jon explores how board game design has evolved to move away from colonialism and towards embracing diversity. If you’d like to have a go at playing these games, come along to Game Night at the Library, every

Cathy Jamieson July 13, 2026August 17, 2026 Game Reviews Read more

Via Magica

Via Magica

VIA MAGICA – 2-6 players – 30 minutes – Game Designer: Paolo Mori.  Games In Teaching – how this game relates to courses  Illustration, Graphic Design, Publishing, Product Design, Marketing: the use of artwork, theme, physical design and packaging compared

Cathy Jamieson October 23, 2025October 23, 2025 Game Reviews Read more

Forbidden Island – a cooperative board game

Forbidden Island – a cooperative board game

Forbidden Island – a cooperative board game Can you help rescue the four sacred treasures from the perils of Forbidden Island? The waters lap up and over the land, covering the gardens and gates, swamping the sites where the treasures

R.Connell May 30, 2023August 21, 2025 Game Reviews No Comments Read more

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