In Rats of Wistar, you play the role of one of the four rats who organized the escape from a lab.

As such, you will have to lead your family to prove that you are the most deserving of leading the entire colony.

Thanks to your extraordinary skills, you will be able to explore the Farm until you reach the pantry to be able to grab the appetizing cheese; exploiting the artifacts abandoned by humans at the edge of the Wood, you will create new inventions and expand your lair under the trees, digging new rooms and building new beds.

You will meet native rats and mice that you will welcome into your family, and when necessary, you will visit the Alchemist mouse to gain an extra advantage.

The game takes place over 5 rounds (equal to the 5 days in which the challenge takes place) and you will earn victory points (VPs) as follows:

• build beds,
• excavate rooms,
• solve missions within the Farm,
• welcome host mice,
• build new Inventions,
• claim Achievements.

At the end of the game, the player with the most VPs wins. In case of a tie, the player furthest in turn order wins.

Easy? Do not judge it until you have dug into the nice tutorial, and started a table in no time following this link:

https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=ratsofwistar

We would like to thank the Cranio Creations team, as well as Simone Luciani and Danilo Sabia, who allowed this adaptation on Board Game Arena.
Of course, no games without developers, and we wanted to thank xevizero for the strong efforts and love given to this game code.

Also, don't forget that we have a Dragon Eggs Hunt in progress on the website, so keep your eyes open!

That's it for your Wednesday Release Time,

See you next week for more games, and until then... take care and play fair!

In Garden Rush's boardgame, skillfully plant Veggies in your Garden and harvest them in specific patterns. Use Tools to help your Garden flourish and get the most out of it, or use them to create nuisances for your opponent.

Be the fastest to harvest your Veggies to win :

- PLANT

Choose 1 of the 5 Veggie Tokens from the Hedge and place it onto an empty space in your Garden. Double Veggie side up in the same column, or Single Veggie side on another column!

- TOOLS

If you just placed a Veggie Token onto 1 of the 4 Tool spaces in your Garden, you may apply the matching bonus action immediately

- HARVEST

Harvest a Veggie Bed that match one of the patterns indicated for that Veggie. Discard the Single Veggie Tokens and flip the Double Veggies to their Single Veggie side.

- WIN THE DUEL!

Advance your Gnome on the Score Track by as many points as spaces harvested from your Veggie Bed! Be the first to reach  40 points to win the game.

It's that simple, and it plays beautifully if you take a few minutes to go through the very nice tutorial, and get the rules in a bliss. Or click the link below:

https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=gardenrush

And let's welcome another nice addition from the Space Cowboys team, with the help of Ki Mansell, the game designer, all developed by Moof for you to enjoy anytime, anywhere.

That's your Monday release.
See you in a few days for more fun, more vegetables, and more... Green-groceries?
As always, take carfe and play fair!

Something eggstraordinary has happened on Board Game Arena...
A bunch of mischievous dragons have been playing hide-and-seek all over the site- and they have left behind their magical eggs!

We need your help, brave adventurers!

Your Mission:
There are 20 dragon eggs hidden throughout the entire BGA website- in the shadows of your favorite games, tucked behind menus, scattered in unexpected places...
Your quest is to find them all!

The Reward:
Find all 20 eggs and you will earn a special, shiny, sparkly, scaly TROPHY to show off on your profile- proof that you are a true Dragon Egg Master!

But beware! These eggs are sneaky. Some are easy to spot, while others may require a keen eye and a bit of exploration. You will need courage, curiosity, and maybe a bit of dragon luck.

A Friendly Reminder:
Please do not post, comment, or share where you found the eggs.
Half the fun is the hunt- let everyone enjoy the magic of discovery!

Do not forget that it is a timed mission : Only 20 days to find them all!

So stretch your wings, sharpen your gaze, and start searching.
Who knows? That next click might lead you to an egg!

Also, there is a special addition this Friday: Bunny Kingdom received an extra-update on its expansions!

That's a good time to discover it if you still have not played this gem.
Click below to discover it:

https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=bunnykingdom

That's it for your crazy next 20 days.

Ready, set, HUNT!

And as always, take care and play fair...

What is the secret of this kingdom, where peace has reigned for thousands of years?
Every spring, aspiring rulers recruit four allies and face off in unusual duels. No armies, no blood: the first to capture their rival wins.
Your time has come... tactical thinking, daring, and strategy will distinguish the true Leaders!

Create a team of unique Champions in order to defeat the opposing Leader! To win, either position two of your champions next to your opponent’s Leader to capture them, or skillfully maneuver so the opponent’s Leader is surrounded, leaving no adjacent empty spaces.

During each game, build your team of 5 unique characters in order to capture the opposing Leader:

• Recruit characters with unique abilities during each turn.
• Smartly move your team on the board (no champion elimination)
• Make the best use of your characters' skills to capture the opposing Leader.

Some call it the "21st century chess" for good reasons. Would it be the same for you?

Find out by learning it through the tutorial, or join a game in no-time by clicking the link below:

https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=leaders

It's a great novelty that has just been released here, thanks to the efforts of Studio H team and the game designer Hugo Frénoy.

Let's send our love and appreciation for the work done by Galeelox to develop it for the platform: the game plays beautifully on any devices so far.

You have 10 mins? You know someone you would invite for a quick fight? Discover this fantastic game together and share your experience!

That's our Wednesday Release Title,

And until next week, take care and... Play fair!

Get rid of your cards and end the round when you think you have the lowest score...

But be careful, you do not know all of your cards! Will you take the time to reveal them?

On your turn, play your cards on one of the 2 discard piles, respecting the direction set by the Up&Down card: either go up in value, or go down. Do not hesitate to change this direction to gain an advantage and slow down your opponents!

Anticipate your actions to get rid of the cards you have in your hand or in front of you at the right moment (some of which are hidden at the start) to end the round and score as few points as possible! After 3 rounds, the player with the lowest score wins the game.

It's clever and fast, a perfect game to start your waking-up routine on a Monday, especially by going through the tutorial:

https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=easypeasy

Let's thank the whole game designer team: Thomas Favreliere, Alex Fortineau and Simon Moulard, not forgetting the publisher, BLAM, and the developer who made it happen for Board Game Arena, Moof.

That's a small dish to start the week, but a lot of fun perspectives!

See you on Wednesday for more appetizers (or the main course?)

Until then, take care and play fair!

Get ready to dive into a world of strategy, synergy, and stunning gameplay: Symbiose has just landed on Board Game Arena!

In this clever and tactical card game, you are not just playing for yourself: you are building connections. Expand your personal pond from the central river and craft harmonious links between your own cards and those of your neighbors. Every placement matters:

• Place a card to the left, and your left neighbor shapes your score.
• To the right, it's your right neighbor who counts.
• And in the center? That is all on you.

Think ahead, read the table, and find the perfect balance- because only the most strategic player will create the most beautiful symbiosis.

Whether you are a chill tactician or a hardcore strategist, Symbiose offers a fresh challenge with every game.

So what are you waiting for? Jump in now and start growing your pond of possibilities!

A tutorial is available, or you can simply click to go to the game page below:

https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=symbiose

All of our thanks to the game designers Christelle & Jérémy Partinitico, including the publisher Subverti for their authorizations, and the beautiful work done by MathCT to develop this game for your favorite online platform. ;)

That's today's title!

See you next week for more games. What would you expect?
Let us know in the comments.
Until then, take care and play fair!

Congratulations to all participants and winners from the previous season!

But wait, what exactly is "the Arena?"

The Arena is the competitive mode on BGA. If you master a game and want to play it competitively, this is THE mode to use, so you can challenge the best players and get the most experience points.

The Arena is organized in seasons of 3 months each. Achievements are awarded to the best players at the end of each season.

To play in the Arena: select "Play" and then choose "Arena" instead of "Simple game."

Read more about Arena mode

Arena format and Gurus

In the previous seasons, it was you (more exactly the gurus) who chose the game formats for the Arena: player number, options used, ...

We are very happy to see that this way of doing things contributed to making the Arena more popular: thank you to all gurus for their smart suggestions and their votes!

Rules updates

No Arena rules are changing this season. It does not mean we are 100% satisfied with how the Arena is running, but you seem to appreciate the current rules so we want to keep them as they are for now.

Season 21 is NOW Launched.

The new Arena is now open for its new season.

Some Explanation About: Relegations

At the end of each season, after winners have been awarded, you are relegated.

Some custom relegation rules may have been applied to games for some reason (ex: we decided to update the number of leagues), but in general here is what happens:

• For games with 6 or 5 different leagues, all players are decreased by 3 leagues.
• For games with 4 different leagues, all players are decreased by 2 leagues.
• For games with 2 or 3 different leagues, all players are decreased by 1 league.
• For all games and all leagues, your number of Arena points is reset to 1, and your AES ("Arena Elo") is reset to 1500.

It's up to you to find the way to the elite!

May the odds be ever in your favor!

You'll find soon below the updated options for each game for this new arena season

Today we're releasing Quartermaster General: East Front, a compelling two-player strategy game that captures the tension and drama of the 1941 German-Soviet conflict with remarkable clarity and depth.

Quartermaster General: East Front has proven to be an exceptionally well-designed title.

At its core, this game distinguishes itself through a number of key features:

Strategic Depth & Replayability: Each session offers a fresh experience, driven by the variability of card interactions and player decisions.

Elegant Systems: The game manages to provide rich tactical choices without overwhelming players with unnecessary complexity.

Historical Resonance: While not a strict simulation, the gameplay evokes the strategic challenges faced by both High Commands during the Eastern Front campaign.

Tension-Filled Gameplay: Players must carefully balance aggression and defense, manage attrition, and time their actions with precision.

Meaningful Decision-Making: Every turn presents a puzzle involving action and reaction sequencing, resource management, and battlefield positioning.

What makes Quartermaster General: East Front particularly notable is its ability to deliver a historically grounded experience that remains accessible and engaging. The game's combat and card management systems work in tandem to create an atmosphere in which both players often feel they are on the back foot- mirroring the psychological pressures of the real 1941 campaign.

While clearly appealing to dedicated wargamers, East Front is also recommended for eurogame enthusiasts willing to explore a moderately complex but highly rewarding experience.

We invite all strategy game fans to discover this remarkable addition to our platform,especially as a tutorial is available to learn how to play it:

https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=quartermastergeneraleastfront

We would of course like to thank the teams at Ares Games, as well as Ian Brody (the game designer), and the fantastic work of Lunalol for its online adaptation.

That's it for today!

See you in Wednesday for another release, and until then, as always, take care and play fair!

Welcome to Stonespine Architects, where ancient dungeon-crafting meets modern competition!

After a decade of intense study under the legendary Master Hortgully, it's finally your time to carve your mark—literally—into the base of the treacherous Stonespine Mountains. Prove your skill by designing the most perilous labyrinth ever seen.

Stonespine Architects is a strategic card-drafting game for 1–5 players, where each architect competes to build a deadly underground dungeon, chamber by chamber.

Each round, players simultaneously draft and play cards, expanding their dungeons while navigating unique blueprints and dynamic scoring challenges. Will you focus on weaving a clever path, optimizing room features, or chasing hidden treasure?

Between rounds, spend gold to customize your creation with monsters, traps, treasure, and secret passages—every choice shapes your legacy.

After four intense years of construction, only one architect will earn the coveted title of Master Architect.

It's time to dig deep and design dangerously! You can learn the game through the amazing tutorial done by Nekonyancer, or simply start a game by clicking the link below:

https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=stonespinearchitects

All kudos to the Thunderworks Games team, and Jordy Adan the game designer, for their support of the online adaptation made by jordijansen here, on Board Game Arena!

That's your Wednesday release. (Yes, it's not Wednesday everywhere when we post this.)

Have fun, take care and play fair, and see you next week!

You asked. We misunderstood. And now, it’s here.

Play turn-based, real-time, or real-life. That’s right- Board Game Arena is leveling up, straight into your living room.

Now you can open a table from your very own physical game shelf and invite players to join you - in person. Whether it’s your gaming room, kitchen, attic, or secret underground dice vault, the table is officially open.

A Partnership with Bar à Jeux

We’ve teamed up with a real-world game café to bring you... chairs. And tables. And possibly snacks (not guaranteed). This partnership helps bring BGA IRL™ to life- literally.

The Guru App

Every IRL game must be validated by one of our certified Game Gurus, using our all-new, top-secret app (gurus only; download link hidden somewhere on the site). They will analyze your moves, check your snacks, and confirm your karma level before the match counts.

Add Extra Time. And Extra Drinks.

Running out of time IRL? Request an extra 10 minutes or extra 10 cl of beverage (your choice) through our built-in toast notification system. Just yell “PAUSE!” loud enough. Your host will understand.

BYOD: Bring Your Own Dice

Want better control over your fate? Bring your own dice. The luck algorithm respects custom equipment- as long as it is blessed by your host and rolled at a 45° angle. Undo moves are allowed up to three times per game, depending on the host’s mood and how many cookies you brought.

Record, Rewind, Replay

All ranked IRL games must be fully recorded. Smartphones, VHS camcorders, or medieval court scribes are accepted. Once uploaded, our Gurus will review your footage to award ELO points and ensure no forbidden spells were cast.

Global Game Hosting

From the game page, host a physical game- open to friends or players worldwide! Filter by city, country, or snack preference. Before hosting, you will be prompted to verify your address and confirm you actually own the game (no empty boxes, please).

Need a game you don’t own? Premium members will soon be able to rent physical games at “privileged” prices (payment in meeples not accepted yet).

Avatar Face Masks (Beta)

Worried about privacy? Soon, you will be able to order a real-life face mask of your BGA avatar. Play with anonymity, and confuse even your closest friends. Only approved masks will be allowed. No dragons. No tentacles. No celebrity lookalikes (we learned this the hard way).

Language-Based Cheating Detection

For games with hidden roles or secret info, BGA IRL™ includes auto-language detection. If anyone speaks a non-declared language at your table, you will be notified. Repeated violations may result in being sent to the Shadow Table (details classified).

Only the Worthy May Host

To ensure quality play, BGA IRL™ is restricted to users with high karma and excellent snack distribution records. Joining a low-karma table is done at your own risk- and may affect your ELO and your social life.

So there you have it. The most ambitious update to BGA since the "extra undo" button.

Ready to take board games where they've literally always been? Try BGA IRL™ today- available nowhere, everywhere, and only slightly in beta.

Let the dice fall where they may.