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While I agree that Monopoly is a rightfully derided board game among the pantheon, I think the author pulled meaningful analysis from why it did initially appea

While I agree that Monopoly is a rightfully derided board game among the pantheon, I think the author pulled meaningful analysis from why it did initially appeal to the public. Also, in case anyone unfamiliar with modern board games is reading, if you buy one board game this year, buy Pandemic. It's a challenging co-op game you can play with just your spouse or with up to 4 friends and it guarantees a fun night. That, or Cards Against Humanity :)

shitloadofbooks 12y ago
Due to it's co-op nature (which is fairly unusual to non modern boardgamers), some people might have a poor time playing Pandemic if there is an overbearing person quarterbacking the entire game. Some people love working together to discuss and find the absolute optimal solution collaboratively, but other people feel the need to play their own "character" and work towards the goal as best they can. With that in mind, I find Ticket To Ride a far less hit-or-miss modern boardgame for new players.