Live from SPIEL 26

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SPIEL 2026 runs from 22.10. to 25.10.2026 at Messe Essen. PlayedNow is reporting live – find us at the Brettspiel-News.de booth: hall 2, stand 2A515.

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Courtroom 1936 - The Noir Trilogy

In Courtroom 1936 - The Noir Trilogy, the Defense team faces off against the Prosecution team and tries to deliver the most convincing closing argument. Perfect for up to 6… read more

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Mandoo Games

Neuheiten von Mandoo Games. Shimoda Perry Road is unfortunately already sold out, but really interesting for 2 players. For deduction fans, The Clueless Club is also… read more

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Kingdom Crossing

Great game I tried out in Essen. Super fun even with two players. Gotta get this one back to the table! read more

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Kilauea

Another former crowdfunding project that also appears at HABA?! 🤯 read more

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Tiny Toe Beans

Sweet kittens wrecking the house?! Yes, please! Not exactly cheap but soooo adorable. If you love cats, check out Hall 8. read more

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Robo Run

Co-op game for two without communication. We try to get our robots to the goal without the evil Robos catching us. Nice concept, but personally didn’t really click for us. read more

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Believe in me (please)

Super funny game from the German publisher Wyrmgold. You should definitely check it out if you’re at Hall 2! read more

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Turbo-Flitzpiepen 2000

You should definitely check this out. The chaotic racing game in the XXL version is in Hall 7. read more

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Familiar Feat

Small solo game at Deeprint Games by Friedemann Friese. Of course green and with an "F" 😉 If you like the game Friday, you should check this out. read more

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Holy

Dry throat, or chapped lips? Almost falling asleep because you can only play family games with your kids during the fair? Then head to Hall 5, Stand G200, and grab a free Holy… read more

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Mole Racing

Blind over the race track. Super funny. Found at 6F115. read more

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Cubyria - Tetris mit Türmen

At Cubyria, we're building a castle together on the mad Vizier's orders with the help of cards :) reminds me of "Mad King Ludwig's Castle". There are lots of different room types… read more

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Neue Erweiterung Dune: Imperium Uprising

Bei Asmodee you can get a first look at the new expansion Dune: Imperium Uprising. However, the expansion won't be fully shown and won't be sold either, since it contains footage… read more

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Wild World

Nice looks, smooth moves, lots of mechanics, but not much interaction. Price €50. Can be played. I like it despite the low interaction. read more

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Class of 89

Auch Class of 89 can be tested at Paverson Games. read more

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Ringyo

Ringyō is available as a demo to test. QR codes for daily registration are handed out starting at 10 AM each morning. It’s not very crowded today, so you’ve got a good shot at… read more

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Wieder Verkehrschaos

Departure from Essen Haarzopf towards Duisburg closed. Lots of construction. Summary: Chaos read more

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Chronocritters

Thursday, 10 AM and the line at Delicious Games is pretty empty. Queen Alice and Nijar are packed. read more

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Rebirth II

Are you hyped for Rebirth II yet? We got some fresh updates about the sequel to *Kennerspiel des Jahres 2026* yesterday—release window, content, localization, and more! Check out… read more

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Pictures Lila

Den Chefredakteur von BSN will probably be happy that there's a new expansion for Pictures with new Pictures cards and component sets. read more

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