I certainly found Planet Unknown much more relaxed / less punishing than Isle of Cats. It impressed me. Both it an Cascadia are great as well at ensuring new/novice players still score well... at least so they feel in sight of an experienced player.
Love this theme. Now I have even more games to read about and find people who have them, to play! Hahaha If I may, Lacuna would be my addition to this list. Great little game, astoundingly simple and beautiful, we've been enjoying it on lunch breaks or as a late night quick one.
Thanks for the suggestions. I would add Mandala the card game (2-player), Cafe the card game, Dragon Castle and Solitaire for Two (the tile game). These are the most chill games that I own. Other old school chill and coffee standards are Rummikub and Qwirkle.
Thanks for the list. I learned how to play 7 Wonders many years ago and don't remember much about it, but I was introduced to 7 Wonders Duel last year and have been enjoying a bunch over the past several months. Maybe I'll try 7 Wonders Architects if I see it at a con or game library.
Oh great list. I personally use Meadow to get relaxed. For me it feels almost as if I was walking outside. Wingspan also works mostly the same. Artifacts Inc is also a relaxing game to me. Looking forward to the new Creature Caravan 😊
I feel like our definition of "chill game" is a bit different. But I guess the chillness of the game can really vary depending on players and attitude with you are jumping into game.
You triggered me so much when in last shot of Dorfromantik you placed illegally 🤣🤣 But for me Spires End: Hildegard probably is the most chill one I play if I don't want to think too much
There is actual tired, where maybe you should just chill in front of the TV or get an early night. Then there is a different kind of 'tired' (mine comes from having a full time job and two small children) where it's hard to find the energy to get something started, but if you actually do start a game you enjoy it. It's not about forcing yourself at all costs, more like just getting over that first hurdle to do what you do actually want to do, it's just hard sometimes at the end of a long day.
Great list! I'd like to add honorable mentions; 1. Meadow 2. Dungeon Mayhem 3. Tiny Towns 4. Trails All very low overhead and just simple fun. Take a walk and get points taking in the beauty in Meadow and Trails. Have a little "magic light" carnage in dungeon Mayhem's pre-built decks. Or puzzle out the best town in Tiny Towns. All great choices for me.
