Kosmos Familienspiel Cascadia – Im Herzen der Natur
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Critics have been choosing the "Game of the Year" since 1979. In 2022, "Cascadia" is in the running for the coveted award - according to the jury, because it is a true feel-good game.
"Cascadia" has won. It is the "Game of the Year 2022. This tile-matching game from the Kosmos publishing house involves recreating the landscape of the Pacific Northwest of America and populating it with various animal species.
Why did "Cascadia" prevail over the other nominees - "Scout" and "Top Ten"? The jury gave the following reasons:
In addition to the "Game of the Year", the jury also presents an award for the "Connoisseur's Game of the Year". These games are aimed at more experienced players. They are more complex and usually more time-consuming than conventional parlor games. The winner in this category was "Living Forest" from Pegasus.
The jury argues:
Nominated for "Kennerspiel des Jahres 2022" were also "Dune Imperium" and "Cryptid".
Want to learn more about the winners and nominated games? Board game expert Alessandro Grieco recently wrote a detailed review of all the games.
Riding my motorbike makes me feel free, fishing brings out my inner hunter, using my camera gets me creative. I make my money messing around with toys all day.