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SIX BOARD GAMES THAT CHANGED THE HOBBY
​Author: Sean Jacquemain - September 17, 2020

Remember the days when just a couple of games had a “monopoly” on the hobby? The board game industry has changed drastically since then thanks to a few key titles. Find out what they are here

WHAT’S A “MEEPLE”?
​Author: David Fonda - August 12, 2020

Get your game lingo on with this concise glossary of common gaming terms!

BRAINY GAMES: GAMES THAT KEEP THE MIND SHARP!
Author: Emily Bradshaw - July 17, 2020

Did you know that games can be good for your brain? Our top five games for keeping your mind sharp while you have fun!

GAMES FROM LA
BELLE PROVINCE!
Authors: Kalinda Patton and Emily Bradshaw - June 22, 2020

If there’s anything we know about Quebecers, it’s that we are a proud people, with a rich heritage. AND we LOVE to have fun! But did you know that Quebec also boasts one of Canada’s dynamic board gaming cultures? That’s right, not only is la belle province home to some remarkable boardgame publishers, there’s also a vast choice of games out there with a Quebecois twist!

HELP! MY PARTNER IS
​A “GAMER”!
Author: Kalinda Patton - June 17, 2020

Do you want to be able to share in their passion, but aren’t keen on games with endless rules and terms that you don’t understand? We have some good news! There are games out there that aren’t too complicated, and that your significant other will really enjoy! Here are a few of them. ​

Space Cowboys Announces STAR WARS UNLOCK! THE ESCAPE GAME
Author: Arielle Grenier-Brazeau - June 15, 2020

Attention fans of Escape Games! Get ready to flee to a galaxy far, far away! Become rebels, smugglers, or imperial agents and explore your surroundings, combine items, use ships and weapons, and interact with droids and machines, with these three 60-minute adventures.

THE ESCAPE ROOM YOU CAN BRING HOME
Authors: Matt Legault and Emily Bradshaw - June 12, 2020

Enjoy the escape room experience from the comfort of your own home, with Unlock!

HAVING FUN WITH THE KIDS AT HOME - A MOM’S PERSPECTIVE
PART 3 OF 3: TEENAGERS
Author: Kalinda Patton - June 8, 2020

Are your teens starting to get restless? Have they picked up all the trophies they could in Fortnite? Have they tried all the Tik Tok challenges? Or are you simply looking to find a way to entertain them that doesn’t require a screen, or to spend time as a family? Whatever your motivations, they are all great reasons to discover
​a new game with your teens!

GAME ON WITH THESE SMART PICKS FOR KIDS!
Author: David Fonda - May 28, 2020

Do you want your kids to learn?
​Do your kids like to have fun? Why not do both?
Game On with these smart picks for kids, from education expert Anick Pelletier.

ATTENTION ALL FANTASY FANS! GET READY FOR SMALL WORLD® OF WARCRAFT®!
Author: Emily Bradshaw - May 13, 2020

Exciting news! We are thrilled to share with you the first collaboration between Blizzard Entertainment and Days of Wonder: Small World of Warcraft! Your chance to conquer the lands of Small World with your favourite World of Warcraft races
​is coming!

HAVING FUN WITH THE KIDS AT HOME - A MOM’S PERSPECTIVE
PART 2 OF 3: SCHOOL AGE
Author:
Kalinda Patton, Asmodee staff member and toddler mom
May 12, 2020

Whether or not your province is planning on reopening its schools and no matter what you decide is best for your own family, the following games will allow your kids to have lots of fun, and maybe even learn something along the way!

HOME SCHOOLING? KEEP CALM & GAME ON!
Author: David Fonda - May 5, 2020

Board games are much, much more than a timeless source of family fun, entertainment and play. They can also be powerful tools that parents, and children can use, together or on their own, to broaden their knowledge, further their understanding and advance their education. Which is why board games may be just the tonic for parents and children who are struggling with home schooling and social distancing.

HAVING FUN WITH THE KIDS AT HOME - A MOM’S PERSPECTIVE
PART 1 OF 3: PRESCHOOL
Author:
Kalinda Patton, Asmodee staff member and toddler mom
May 1st, 2020

Voluntary lockdown and social distancing is hard for everyone, but for all the parents out there, it can be especially tough. In this article, you will find suggestions for games to play with your preschool kids. Stay safe, Keep Calm, and Game On!

MORE PRINTABLE GAMES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
​Author: Arielle Grenier-Brazeau - April 30, 2020

In addition to the Print & Play program, some of our independent board game partners have also created a selection of free printable games. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favourites just for you, so you can get printing and gaming with family and friends and create memorable experiences from the safety of home.

HELPING YOUR KIDS ADAPT TO LIFE DURING COVID-19 AND SOCIAL DISTANCING
​Author: Dave Fonda - April 20, 2020

It’s amazing how a microscopic protein molecule we’d never even heard of just months ago has turned our whole world upside down. Today, no one knows how long this situation will last, or what exactly the world will look like once it’s over. What we do know is that, for all its disruptive power, COVID-19 is bringing our immediate families closer together than ever. Which, we also know, is sometimes as difficult and taxing as it is fun and cozy and loving.

GAMES INSPIRED BY
​PANIER BLEU
​Author: Kalinda Patton - April 15, 2020

Launched on April 5, 2020, in partnership with the Quebec government, the Panier Bleu program was created as a way to help boost Quebec’s economy and support businesses who may be suffering under the financial burden caused by COVID-19. To show our kinship with this province we call home, Asmodee Canada has decided to showcase a selection of games associated with la belle province.

INTRODUCING PRINT & PLAY BY ASMODEE!
​Author: Stéphane Carville - April 2, 2020

We’re happy to introduce our new Print & Play program, a free selection of board games that anyone can print out and play with members of their family, whether quarantined together or via virtual get-togethers, right in the comfort and safety of home!

GAMES THAT SPARK THE IMAGINATION!
​Author: Maximilien Da Cunha - April 2, 2020

Forget about calculations, rules and tension—set your imagination free with picture-based communication games! A single picture card can mean different things to different people. Are you ready to escape into a world of fantasy?

WE'RE IN THIS TOGETHER, SO LET'S KEEP CALM AND GAME ON!
​Author: Emily Bradshaw - March 2020

Introducing Keep Calm and Game On! A new series of articles providing families with information, resources and tips on how to stay connected, sane and mentally engaged during this period of social distancing and isolation.

​ASMODEE RESEARCH: PROVING THAT LEARNING CAN BE FUN, ONE PROJECT AT A TIME
​Author: Mikaël (Micha) Le Bourhis - February 2020

Sharing time with family and friends around the gaming table offers enjoyable experiences that bring people together and create lifelong memories. Recognizing that games—especially tabletop games--also provide excellent opportunities for both emotional and cognitive learning, in 2018 Asmodee Group launched Asmodee Research, an initiative designed to promote the recognition of board games as a source of societal value.

HOW WILL YOU SPEND YOUR VALENTINE'S DAY?
​Author: Emily Bradshaw - February 2020

Valentine’s Day is almost here! And the best way to spend the day is by doing something you love, with someone (or someones!) you love.
There are tons of ways to make this the best Valentine’s Day ever, whether with family, friends, that special person, or even all alone. No matter how you choose to spend your Valentine’s Day, we’ve got some great game ideas to add some fun to the mix!

OUR FAVOURITE GAMES TO RELAX AT THE COTTAGE
​Author: Emily Bradshaw - January 2020

What’s even more fun than a full day of skiing, sledding, skating or a good old snowball fight? Warming up in the evening by a roaring fire!
​
​To add to the fun of fireside nights with family and friends, why not throw in some laughs over a great game! 

HOLIDAY GAME TIME
​Author: Emily Bradshaw - December 2019

What better way to enjoy this time of year and to bond with loved ones than to cozy up with a cup of cocoa, a warm blanket and a little friendly competition! Tabletop games have so much to offer and are a great way to bring people closer together. 

YOUR HOLIDAY
​GAMING GIFT GUIDE
​Author: Emily Bradshaw - December 2019

It’s that time of year again! The season of warm sweaters and cocoa, holiday lights and parties and of course our favourite – gift giving! Our experts have put their heads together and come up with a list of must-have games for this holiday season. Tested, approved and enjoyed by game aficionados and newbies alike, these selections are guaranteed to bring a smile to the game lover on your list!

5 ADVANTAGES OF FAMILY GAME TIME
​Author: Emily Bradshaw - November 2019

Get off your screens and let’s play ! Gathering the family to play board games together has a score of benefits. Here are five that will motivate you to make Game Night a regular event.

TIPS FOR THE PERFECT GAME NIGHT WITH FRIENDS!
​Author: Emily Bradshaw - November 2019

Our experts share their tips for spending a fun night with friends.

3 TRICKS FOR PLAYING WITHOUT READING THE RULES
​Author: Emily Bradshaw - October 2019

Despite the excitement of playing a new game, understanding the rules, the mechanics, and the flow of gameplay can be overwhelming.