Review: Patchwork

Review: Patchwork

When I think of fun board games, I immediately think quilts. Wait, you don’t? Well, maybe that’s because you don’t do most of your gaming inside of an igloo. Or maybe because you’ve never played Patchwork.

Another game specifically built for two players, Patchwork adds a geometric spin to the set collection genre. Does it work well? Check out our review below to find out for yourself.

Get your own copy of Patchwork at your local game store or through Amazon today!

Highs

  • Quick play
  • Specifically built for two players (great if there’s only two of you)

Lows

  • Specifically built for two players (not great if there are more than two of you)
  • People who hate spacial reasoning are going to hate this game

 

Ric White

I teach math for a living and enjoy time with my super awesome wife, awesome kids and almost as awesome dog. I like card and board games, and I truly enjoy learning and experiencing new games whenever I can.

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