{"id":57,"date":"2019-05-26T01:51:52","date_gmt":"2019-05-26T01:51:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/?p=57"},"modified":"2024-10-22T14:07:13","modified_gmt":"2024-10-22T14:07:13","slug":"best-cooperative-board-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/best-cooperative-board-games\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Cooperative Board Games of 2024 – Review and Comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22.3″ custom_padding=”37.9063px|0px|0|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||0||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.12.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

If you are after the best cooperative board games<\/strong>, you must enjoy teamwork and collaborative effort. True coop board games pit all players against the game system itself rather than against each other as in ‘traditional’ competitive games.<\/p>\n

It means that players have to\u00a0form teams that collaborate, help, and support each other. At times, some may even need to sacrifice themselves for a team win. Usually, cooperative gameplay implies that everyone wins or loses together, but there are exceptions.<\/p>\n

For the last ten years, coop board games have been rapidly increasing in popularity. It appeals to large audiences who enjoy the feel and thrill of team spirit and collaboration.<\/p>\n

The list of the top 10 best-rated coop board games below includes full coop board games only. If you are after board games that feature traitors, we will cover them in one of our upcoming reviews.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Best Rated Cooperative Board Games – Top 10<\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.0.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n\n
Image<\/th>\nPlayer Count \/ Time \/ Age \/ Difficulty<\/span>Top 10 Co-op Board Games<\/span><\/th>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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Best Co-op Overall – Gloomhaven<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Co-op Overall – Gloomhaven<\/a><\/p>\n

The best fantasy coop there is. Campaigns, character development, and 95 included scenarios in the base game to keep you busy.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best Legacy Coop – Pandemic Legacy: Season 2<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Legacy Coop – Pandemic Legacy: Season 2<\/a><\/p>\n

Want to save the world from disease outbreaks? Each decision you make changes the shape of the world and alters the gameplay.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best for 2 Players – Codenames Duet<\/a><\/p>\n

A quick, fun yet very strategic coop for two players. Easy to learn and play making it a perfect getaway card game.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best Survival – Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Survival – Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island<\/a><\/p>\n

Arguably, the best survival board game there is. Building shelters, hunting, fighting beasts and making items, it has it all.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best Superhero Card Game – Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Superhero Card Game – Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game<\/a><\/p>\n

Choose a Marvel villain and team up with other superheroes to defeat him. A quick and easy game where you win as a team and an individual.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best Horror – Mansions of Madness: Second Edition<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Horror – Mansions of Madness: Second Edition<\/a><\/p>\n

Horrific monsters, dark conspiracies, mysteries, and immersive storytelling. Explore the mansion to uncover its dark secrets.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best Storytelling – T.I.M.E Stories<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Storytelling – T.I.M.E Stories<\/a><\/p>\n

Protect humanity by preventing temporal faults and saving the universe. Explore the worlds, travel time and implant yourself into other people.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best for Kids – Forbidden Desert<\/a><\/p>\n

A visual masterpiece with beautiful components and artwork. A quick, easy and accessible experience to survive on a drowning island.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best Apocalypse Theme – Zombicide: Green Horde<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Apocalypse Theme – Zombicide: Green Horde<\/a><\/p>\n

The third and the best iteration of the zombie apocalypse set in the deadly medieval fantasy. Infected orcs and goblins, what?<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Best Investigation & Mystery – Mysterium<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Investigation & Mystery – Mysterium<\/a><\/p>\n

You only have limited time to interact with the ghost (another player) who can\u2019t talk to decipher visions and discover an old mystery.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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1. Best Cooperative Board Game Ever – Gloomhaven<\/a><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||0||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Gloomgaven<\/a> is a board game of thematic and tactical combat wrapped in an amazing an immersive fantasy storytelling.<\/p>\n

The game has caught the board gaming world by surprise to become the highest-rated board game of all times in a matter of months.<\/p>\n

At the center of the map is the fantasy city of Gloomhaven<\/strong> surrounded by 95 locations, each representing a different scenario.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-gloomhaven.jpg” alt=”Gloomhaven is truly remarkable. Not only it tops the list of the best cooperative board games of all times. It is also an amazing storytelling, single player or RPG experience!” url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/gloomhaven\/” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Each scenario is a separate story loaded with monsters and treasures. They feature objectives, special rules, and awesome dungeon crawler craziness!\r\n\r\nAs you would expect from excellent fantasy RPG games, character classes in Gloomhaven<\/strong><\/a> are unique, with each one having a twist. There is a learning curve if you want to learn how to play them efficiently, but the process is quite enjoyable.\r\n\r\nAt the start of a turn, players simultaneously\u00a0choose two cards from their hands and execute them in initiative order. Since players are not allowed to discuss their actions and choices, it makes the gameplay and collaboration semi-secretive.\r\n\r\nAlthough the actions are straightforward for a skirmish game (move, attack, loot, heal, magic, etc.), hand management is relatively complex.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/best-cooperative-board-games-gloomhaven-components.jpg” alt=”Gloomhaven is not only the best coop board game according to BGG , it is the best board game in the world!” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

In addition, you have to coordinate your movements and attacks with other players without discussing which card you play. You are allowed to use general terms and express your intentions, but never anything detailed.\r\n\r\nCombat is resolved using attack decks which limit the luck factor compared to dice. Attack decks are highly customizable so you can build the one that matches your preferred combat style.\r\n\r\nOverall, session after session, you will find yourself hooked into leveling-up your hero, who will eventually retire to allow new characters of more powerful classes to enter the game. The city of\u00a0Gloomhaven<\/strong>\u00a0features a development path, as it also\u00a0evolves together\u00a0with players by introducing new rules progressively. Are you ready for the biggest gaming ride?<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n
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A shared fantasy adventure so extraordinary that you will want to play sessions back to back,\u00a0Gloomhaven<\/a> is pure magic. It manages to check all the right boxes, and it does it with bold, confident ticks. Each game you play immerses you in with intense power that makes it easy to understand why BGG<\/a> rates the game\u00a0the best board game of all times. As far as we are concerned, it is a fantastic collaboration experience served with a fantasy sauce that makes it one of the\u00a0top cooperative board games<\/a> around.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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2. Best Legacy Cooperative Board Game – Pandemic Legacy: Season 2<\/a><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”18.9531px|0px|0|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Pandemic Legacy: Season 2<\/a> is the latest episode of the highly successful Pandemic Legacy series. The game features a full-cooperative experience where every player has an instrumental role in the overall success.<\/p>\n

The term ‘Legacy’ implies that the physical game (cards, board, etc.) changes\u00a0throughout the game sessions, creating a unique story. Characters might die, cities may fall, and cure may never be found.<\/p>\n

During Season 1, multiple dramatic pandemic breakouts have put the World on its knees. Players had to fight viruses, find cures, and save cities.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-pandemic-legacy-season-2.jpg” alt=”Pandemic has always been a great contender amongst the best coop board games out there, but season 2 takes up a notch!” url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/pandemic-legacy-season-2\/” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

The fight was not fair and not even.\u00a0Barely anyone survived. The ones that did have managed to stay away from large cities but have lost contact with the world.<\/p>\n

Now, in Pandemic Legacy: Season 2<\/strong><\/a>, players get a fresh start as scientists located in floating stations called ‘havens’ somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean. They have not been in touch with the rest of the World for over 70 years. It is time to go on a 12-month journey to re-discover the new world.<\/p>\n

The gameplay is similar to the original Pandemic game and Season 1. Scenarios are stitched together to create a deep thematic campaign experience. Moreover, the decisions you make and the actions you take have a long-term or even permanent effect.\u00a0In other words, you are shaping the world with permanent, irreversible changes. In addition, this time around, changes will get carried across to Season 3 when it comes out.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-pandemic-legacy-season-2-components.jpg” alt=”Any season of pandemic can easily run along the best coop board games for families, but season 2 could be running at the forefront.” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.12.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Each player takes on the role of a character that will accompany you throughout the whole campaign. Over time, the character grows on you, and you manage to build a deep connection. Mainly, because you get to develop and improve your character the way you want it.<\/p>\n

In general, movement around the world is straightforward and is driven by lines connecting different locations. Players can hop from one city to another traveling by land or sea. Depending on the scenario you will find yourself visiting different areas of the world trying to prevent diseases, discovering cures, building infrastructure, or helping your teammates.<\/p>\n

Overall, the Legacy mechanism of the ever-changing world adds another dimension to an already captivating theme and streamlined gameplay. Rules change partway through the game, and new components get added, forcing players to adapt their gameplay throughout the campaign.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n
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Pandemic Legacy: Season 2<\/strong> will throw your team of doctors in a survival race to rediscover an everchanging post-apocalyptic world. You get to shape and grow characters and most importantly, alter the shape of the world with permanent changes that are carried across to future campaigns. The game truly delivers a deeply thematic feel of collaboration and contribution making it one of the best cooperative games for families.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.9″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\nElegant game design & challenging decisions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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2018 German Special Prize winner<\/a><\/p><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"players <\/picture><\/td>\nAmazing story telling<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/td>\r\nCampaign can only be played once (because the game will get altered)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/pandemic-legacy-season-2\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Check Price” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#f7a827″ button_border_color=”#E09900″ button_border_radius=”20px” button_font=”||||||||” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”CodenamesDuet” _builder_version=”3.22.3″ custom_padding=”0|0px|37px|0px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.9″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

3. Best Cooperative Game For 2 Players – Codenames Duet<\/a><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||0||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Following the massive success of the original Codenames game, Codenames Duet<\/a> takes the same gameplay approach and adapts it for two players.<\/p>\n

Most of the time, two-player board games are competitive, with players facing each other in a head to head encounter.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Codenames Duet<\/strong>,\u00a0however, takes a different approach creating a unique two-player\u00a0collaborative experience where players win or lose together.<\/p>\n

The board setup contains 25 randomly chosen cards that have one word written on each card. Those cards represent people who are either secret agents or assassins.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-codenames-duet.jpg” alt=”In short, Codenames Duet is the best rated cooperative game for couples. It builds on the success of original game and makes it better.” url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/codenames-duet\/” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

You also get a small stand with a double-sided key card. Each player should only see one side of the card as it depicts agents and assassins positions amongst the 25 cards on the table.\r\n\r\nThe objective of the game is to give each other clues to be able to uncover hiding secret agents. At the same time, you do not want to get this wrong as revealing assassins instead ends the game.\r\n\r\nOn a turn, you have to give a clue to the other player by saying one word and one number. The other player needs to guess all cards on the table that relate to your hint. For example, if you say ‘3 milk’, then the board has three agents that can be uncovered, and they are somehow related to milk. The other player needs to figure out the relationship and pick the cards to reveal.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/codenames-duet-coop-table-game.png” alt=”If you are looking for the pinnacle of the best collaborative board games for 2 players – check out Codenames Duet! Our top pick for board games for couples!” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

To win, you must find 15 secret agent cards in a limited number of turns (usually 9). Alternatively, failing to uncover agents in time or revealing an assassin instead ends the game in defeat.\r\n\r\nOverall, Codenames Duet<\/strong>\u00a0features a very creative yet an\u00a0extremely simple mechanism to discover clues. The tension the game manages to create is remarkable. You always find yourself juggling between trying to find as many agent cards as possible in one go versus staying clear of assassins.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Codenames Duet<\/strong>\u00a0is\u00a0a perfect game for two (whether you’re a couple of besties) especially if you have an art,\u00a0culture or books itch. The game somehow manages to make you feel\u00a0clever and inventive. Besides, there is a true sense of achievement and collaboration, especially when your partner manages to crack challenging clues! Alternatively, the game can be played in teams of two which usually gets excessively loud and crazy fun.<\/p><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\nExtremely interactive and fun<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\nUnique two-player co-op experience<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\"players <\/picture><\/td>\n2017 Golden Geek Best 2-player game<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\nQuite portable, a good getaway game<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/td>\r\nIt can feel a bit abstract \/ brainy<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/codenames-duet\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Check Price” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#f7a827″ button_border_color=”#E09900″ button_border_radius=”20px” button_font=”||||||||” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”RobinsonCrusoe” _builder_version=”3.22.3″ custom_padding=”0|0px|37px|0px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.9″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

4. Best Survival Co-op Board Game – Robinson Crusoe<\/a><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”18.95px|0px|0|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island<\/a>\u00a0draws inspiration\u00a0from the eponym book written by Daniel Defoe and published in 1719.<\/p>\n

Depending on the scenario, you will either build a bonfire, fight cannibals, run from lava, capture King Kong, or even build a family.<\/p>\n

Not only do scenarios have different goals, but they also feature specific rules, actions, events, and weather. As a result, each scenario is unique and highly thematic.<\/p>\n

At the start of a turn, an event gets triggered requiring players to make a decision.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-robinson.jpg” alt=”Robinson Crusoe is a multi facet board game. It can be enjoyed with wide variety of players and it is definitely one of the best team board games for 3 players out there.” url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/robinson-crusoe\/” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

The effects of choosing one thing over the other may seed consequences in later turns. As you play along, you need to check the morale from time to time. If the level is low, everything else in the game becomes slightly more difficult.<\/p>\n

Additionally, you need to take care of producing food and wood. Food is required to keep players going and not to starve. Wood, however, is used for construction purposes.<\/p>\n

The main phase of Robinson Crusoe<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is an action phase. Each player gets to place his pawn on one of seven action areas he\/she wants to trigger. Some of the actions include hunting, exploration, gathering resources, arranging the camp and resting.<\/p>\n

Once the pawns are in place, you get to execute the selected actions in a given sequence. And oh boy, things can go wrong here. For most actions, you need to roll three dice. One for success, one for injury and the last one for drawing an adventure card.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/best-cooperative-board-games-robinson-crusoe-components.jpg” alt=”One of the best coop games ever made and the old time favorite – Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island is a true survival coop game.” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.9″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Hunting is both rewarding and dangerous. The only issue is that you do not know which animal you are going to meet in the wild.\u00a0It could be a goat, or it could be a gorilla. If you are successful at hunting, you get rewarded with food and skin. The latter can be used to improve your camp and palisade.<\/p>\n

Also, when building tools, you need to follow a tech tree. It defines the order you need to develop\u00a0your tools in. For example, you need to learn how to make a fire before you can use the cooking pot.<\/p>\n

Thankfully, for risk-averse, the game\u00a0allows to play it safe. Every time you want to take less risk or guarantee the success of an action, you can place an additional\u00a0pawn on a given action\u00a0area.\u00a0 At the same time, it is a balancing act as the second pawn could have performed an additional action instead.<\/p>\n

Finally, at the end of the turn, you have to roll the weather dice<\/em>. However, the weather roll can be punishing and deadly, especially if you are not ready for it. To prepare, you need to have the roof above your head to protect yourself from rain and snow.\u00a0Additionally, building a palisade\u00a0guards your hut against wild animal attacks.<\/p>\n

Apart from\u00a0Robinson Crusoe<\/a>\u00a0being\u00a0one of the best co-op board games we have played, it also works well with almost any number of players. In fact, it has earned its place amongst the\u00a0best single player board games<\/a> out there in one of our solo player shootouts, check it out for more details.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n
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Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island<\/a>\u00a0is the ultimate survival coop board game experience that makes a strong focus on teamwork. Yes, there are plenty of survival-themed board games on the market, but nothing quite matches it. The tension feels real as the scenarios are well thought out and are incredibly thematic. The game continually pushes players to adapt to ever-changing conditions and make tough choices. It demands high levels of player interaction and teamwork, which feels great to experience.<\/p><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n
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\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\n Realistic and elegant game design<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\n Collaborative feel, teamwork<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\n Scenarios are very different and immersive<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\n A lot of replay value<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/td>\r\nRules are a bit fiddly<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/robinson-crusoe\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Check Price” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#f7a827″ button_border_color=”#E09900″ button_border_radius=”20px” button_font=”||||||||” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”LegendaryMarvel” _builder_version=”3.22.3″ custom_padding=”0|0px|37px|0px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.9″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

5. Best Cooperative Card Game – Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game<\/a><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||0||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Well, for once, the game that says everything in its name!<\/p>\n

Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game<\/a>\u00a0is a deck-building game of superheroes set in the Marvel universe.<\/p>\n

The game is both cooperative and competitive at the same time.<\/p>\n

Cooperative in a sense that all players win if they defeat the mastermind.<\/p>\n

And competitive, since the player with the most points at the end of the game wins.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-legendary.jpg” alt=”Although Legendary has been released a couple of years ago, it is still amongst the top games with cards and team play 2019 has on offer!” url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/legendary-a-marvel-deck-building-game\/” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

The game plays equally well with any number of players from one to five. It is incredibly dynamic and only takes around 45 minutes to play. At the same time, it manages to pack a surprising amount of action into a relatively short game.<\/p>\n

In Legendary<\/a>, players\u00a0take on roles of S.H.I.E.L.D agents who assemble a team to stop the evil mastermind.<\/p>\n

The board game setup takes some time, despite it being a card game. You need to select a scenario (called schemes) to play and one mastermind to fight with. Lastly, you need to form the villain and hero decks.<\/p>\n

Each player starts the game with a deck of 12 agents. The cards can be used to recruit superheroes or fight bad guys. As players progress in the game, they get to grow their deck by hiring superheroes. It provides for additional firepower, special abilities, and prepares\u00a0agents to face the mastermind.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-legendary-components.jpg” alt=”It depends where you draw the line, but Legendary Encounters can be easily considered one of the best coop card games on the market.” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.0.7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Once the game starts, the player turns are pretty straightforward. First, you need to draw one card from the Villain Deck. You can draw either a villain or an adverse event, both are bad.\r\n\r\nNext, the main action starts where players play cards from their hands. In essence, you either\u00a0recruit a mighty hero to join the team or fight the baddies at various map locations.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, some cards may represent supporting effects. For example, drawing more cards, increasing your fighting power, or moving some villains around.\r\n\r\nThe best part of Legendary is that you can create devastating card combinations and chain reactions. Building an efficient card deck is essential to winning the game. It allows you to plan your attack upfront and deliver the strike consisting of multiple connected attacks dealing immense damage.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n
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Legendary: A Marvel Deck Building Game<\/a> is a fast-paced, dynamic and fun card game with Marvel superheroes. It features both cooperative and competitive game modes giving it a unique gaming experience. The deck building process is simple and delivers an endless variety of deadly combinations. Finally, the game provides a ton of replay value due to the multitude of ways it can be set up. If you are looking for the top coop board game with a superhero theme, you may have just found one.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\nSuper thematic and fun!<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\nGreat Marvel artwork<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\nHuge replayability<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\nUnique\u00a0cooperative deck building experience<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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6. Best Horror Cooperative Game Mansions Of Madness: Second Edition<\/a><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”18.95px|0px|0|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Oooh, the thrills of Mansions of Madness<\/strong>! The panic, the despair! The perfect horror co-op experience!<\/p>\n

Players take on roles of investigators who explore the Mansion (and sometimes the outdoors too), discover clues and fight monsters to uncover mysterious plots.<\/p>\n

The game sets the scene in the Lovecraft horror universe created by H.P. Lovecraft in the early 20th century. Also known as Cthulhu Mythos, the universe features a set of monsters and gods that influence the World in a very unholy way.<\/p>\n

The game features four unique scenarios that can be played standalone in no particular order.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-mansions-of-madness.png” alt=”Mansions of Madness is thematic, engaging and one of the really good cooperative board games if you like mystery and horror.” url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/mansions-of-madness\/” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”18.95px|0px|3px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.12.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Before you and your board game friends plunge into the horror-action, you need to read the brief thematic introduction. It is short but does an excellent job at setting up the scene.<\/p>\n

Next, you find yourself in a room together with other players. Without any clear directions, you need to start exploring the mansion to find items and clues. Most of the time clues lead you to other clues, but you need to pay attention to the text and your gut feel. The game is also good at deceiving you and forcing you to go down the wrong path.<\/p>\n

As you advance your way through the mansion, you get to face monsters spawned by the mansion’s keeper. Pick your battles wisely as sometimes fleeing makes more sense than fighting.<\/p>\n

The best part of the game for me is the fact that you never know the scenario objective up until the final stages. In other words, you need to search almost the entire house to discover the win condition and understand what on earth is going on.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||0||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/best-cooperative-board-games-mansions-of-madness-components-5.jpg” alt=”One of the top coop board games ever made, try and be amazed!” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

The most innovative aspect of the game is the usage of an App. You can run it on a computer or a tablet, to take you through the specific setup of a scenario.\r\n\r\nIn addition, the app will also manage events, resolve combats and keep track of monsters and stuff for you.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

App support is where many board games have failed before, yet\u00a0Mansions of Madness<\/strong><\/a> has managed to nail it. In fact, it may feature the best app\u00a0integration experience out there.\r\n\r\nComponent quality is another area where the game stands\u00a0head and shoulders above many. It is packed with gorgeous miniatures, characters or monsters some of which are huge.\r\n\r\nThe artwork on cards and the rulebook is beautiful and thematic. Room tiles and the map, are well thought out and feature even the smallest details. All components look\u00a0and feel both aesthetically and thematically pleasant to create an immersive horror board game experience.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-mansions-of-madness-components.jpg” alt=”Mansions of Madness if one of the best co op board games I have ever played. Especially with a horror \/ investigation theme.” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

Lastly, the game features an incredibly interactive player experience as it pushes players’\u00a0teamwork and strategy to the next level. Every turn the game forces you to make critical decisions that may have long lasting effects for the length of the game. Should you split\u00a0the group to encourage a faster investigation? Do you leave a slow companion behind when fleeing an unholy god? And much, much more.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.8″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n\n\n\n\n
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Mansions of Madness<\/a> plunges your team of investigators in the fantastic horror mythology created by H.P. Lovecraft. The cooperative adventure is gripping, the miniatures are gorgeous, and the artwork is detailed. All elements combined create an immersive horror experience that your friends won’t forget. The game has been\u00a0my personal favorite over the last couple of years. It sits amongst the best cooperative games\u00a0that are best enjoyed on a winter night in a chalet somewhere up in the mountains.<\/p><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n
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\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\n Gorgeous miniatures and artwork<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\n Amazing App integration<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n
\"\" <\/picture><\/td>\r\n Extremely thematic<\/td>\r\n <\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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<\/td>\r\nBulky box<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
<\/td>\r\nOnly 4 scenarios in the base game<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/mansions-of-madness\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Check Best Price” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.0.9″ custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#f7a827″ button_border_color=”#E09900″ button_border_radius=”20px” button_font=”||||||||” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”TIMEStories” _builder_version=”3.22.3″ custom_padding=”0|0px|37px|0px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.0.9″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

7. Best Storytelling Coop Board Game – T.I.M.E Stories<\/a><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

T.I.M.E Stories<\/strong> is a fantastic game for playing narrative adventures as a team of investigators.\r\n\r\nAs temporal agents from the future, you are sent back in time by the T.I.M.E agency to protect humanity. You get to take bodies of beings from various realities\u00a0to complete missions.\r\n\r\nYour objective is to prevent paradoxes and temporal faults that threaten the very existence of our world.\r\n\r\nPrepare yourself for solving\u00a0mysteries and stopping evil at all cost.\u00a0 Failing is not an option as you get sent back in time to retry resolving the mission until you finally succeed.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/best-cooperative-board-games-time-stories.jpg” alt=”T.I.M.E Stories delivers an amazingly immersive experience that makes it one of the best coop board games for 3 players.” url=”http:\/\/boardgamesland.com\/recommends\/t-i-m-e-stories\/” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”3.23″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.12.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]

To play T.I.M.E Stories<\/strong><\/a>, you need two parts, both contained in the base game:<\/p>\n