Feb 7, 2023 · We’re revisiting the original to try and find out what makes this modern classic board game about decorating palace walls quite so compelling. Like many other abstracts, …

In the game Azul, players take turns drafting colored tiles from suppliers to their player board. Later in the round, players score points based on how they've placed their tiles to decorate the …

6 days ago · I put Azul to the test over the course of five weeks, playing at two, three, and four person tables, to see exactly where it sits among the best board games on the market right now.

4 days ago · A game of Azul comes to an end when one player has completed a single row. Azul is deceptively simple. It starts off by looking like a no interaction abstract puzzle, but as you dig …

Oct 21, 2024 · Today, we’re reviewing Azul, a board game that combines strategic depth with stunning visuals. Designed by Michael Kiesling and published by Plan B Games, Azul has …

Azul is one of those rare games that stays elegant and tense from start to finish, with each tile slide feeling like a little victory. The rules are simple e...

Jun 6, 2025 · At the end of the day, I think Azul is a fantastic mix of beauty, strategy, and pure fun, so I would definitely recommend it. Once you crack the rules, it becomes one of those …

Mar 31, 2025 · Azul stands out as one of the best drafting games out there, striking the perfect balance between simple rules and impactful decisions. It’s incredibly easy to teach, but every …

Jun 25, 2025 · Azul earns its reputation as a modern classic. It’s easy to teach, visually stunning, and deeply satisfying to play. While it may lack thematic depth or narrative hooks, it more than …

Jan 6, 2023 · Verdict Azul is an ingenious, top-tier tile placement board game that marries pacy, cut-throat drafting gameplay to one of the most stylish physical designs we've seen on a …