Presents of Mind Board Games like Monopoly… but Better! Monopoly has been around for over 90 years and comes in over 600 city versions including Brisbane, Sydney & Melbourne.  It has some great features and challenges and is certainly well known and well played, but are you tired of the same old game and want something fresh? You’re not alone. While this classic has its charm, and it’s great for a casual game with friends or family, there’s a whole world of NEW board games out there that offer fresh mechanics, deeper strategy, and even more fun!  From thrilling economic simulat ..read more

Presents of Mind Party Games to Start the Fun! It’s time for a party or maybe just getting friends together, and you are looking for some awesome games to kick things off.  Below we have selected some of our favourites Games for large groups but we couldn’t put them all here sp be sure to check out our ever growing Party Games collection.  There are also great games for large groups in our Social Deduction Games collection and of course our Adults ONLY Games collection.   Side Effects Recommended Age: 14+ years  Players: 2-8 This is a great game to not only have som ..read more

Presents of Mind Best Two-Player Board Games & Card Games Two-Player board games and card games are a special type of game that are purpose built just for two.  There are plenty of multi-player board/card games that “can” be played by just 2 people, and yes some are most enjoyable to play, but Two-Player Board and Card games are extra special and designed all around the game play between just two players.  In fact, the very first board games were two-player games e.g., Go, Chess and Backgammon, but that’s a whole other story and we’ll leave them off the table (pardon the pun) fo ..read more

Presents of Mind The Top Jigsaw Puzzle Brands in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide Calling all jigsaw puzzle lovers, art fans, and gift-giving enthusiasts — it’s time to embark on a colourful adventure filled with delight, brain-bending challenges and delightful surprises. Jigsaw puzzles have always been a popular pastime in Australia. As more people turn to jigsaw puzzles as a way to relax and unwind, the search and demand for quality puzzles has increased. In this blog post, the team at Presents of Mind have scoured the globe to bring you the best of this puzzling universe. Our mission? To gu ..read more

Presents of Mind Toddler Tuesdays Come and learn about the latest and greatest educational and FUN games for Toddlers. This casual event is run in our store and is tailored for attendees. Find out what excites your child as learning is easiest when its fun. We’ll demonstrate a selection of games from leading brands like Orchard Toys, Smart Games, Djeco and Viga to name a few.   Games suitable for ages 2-5 years. Children must be supervised. Free to attend, No need to book and No obligation to buy. When: Tuesdays 1-2PM.  If this time does not suit then we can do adhoc dem ..read more

Presents of Mind Photosynthesis … An All-Natural Review Photosynthesis is another fantastic game from Blue Orange Games (publisher of the renowned ‘Kingdomino’). In short, the aim of the game is to grow your trees from seedlings to towering giants, in order to harvest them, and gain victory points. The game is easy to learn, with simple and intuitive rules. The main mechanic in the game is the sun. Each round, the sun rotates around the board, shining light on your trees from different angles. Once three revolutions of the board are complete, the game is done (this typically takes 1 – 2 hours ..read more

Presents of Mind EXIT: The Game Series Puzzle escape rooms are popping up everywhere these days. With the combination of clever thinking in the face of time pressure and exciting themes, they are a blast. Taking those physical rooms as inspiration, the much-hyped new EXIT series of games has landed to huge critical acclaim. The winner of 2017 Kennerspiel des Jahres (Enthusiast Game of the Year) award, there are many titles to chose from and more are being added EXIT: The Abandoned Cabin, EXIT: The Secret Lab, and EXIT: The Pharaoh’s Tomb are individual adventures that don’t need ..read more

Presents of Mind A Constant State of Fluxx! When I first heard about this game I was told that it was designed by a pair of NASA scientists, a husband and wife, who grew sick of finding loopholes, play-styles, and strategies which could be applied to even the most asymmetrical of games, resulting in a similar gameplay experience each time. I am unsure as to whether this is historically accurate, or whether the origin story has been warped and changed over time, but therein lies the essence of FLUXX: the card game with constantly changing rules.  Developed in 1996 to combat replay-ability ..read more

Presents of Mind 5 Must-Try Card and Board Games for Hours of Fun Looking for a fun and engaging way to spend quality time with family and friends? Look no further than our fantastic selection of card games and family board games! Our latest blog post is a carefully curated collection that includes reviews of classic board games and strategic card games, as well as exciting and challenging games that will put your skills to the test. Whether you’re looking for a quick game to play on a weeknight or planning a family game night that will keep everyone entertained for hours, we’ve got you cover ..read more

Presents of Mind 10 Must-Try RPG Board Games for a Thrilling Gaming Experience Looking for an immersive and exciting gaming experience? Look no further than RPG tabletop board games! These games combine the storytelling and character development of traditional RPGs with the tactile experience of playing on a tabletop, creating a unique and challenging adventure for players of all levels. Here at Presents of Mind, our awesome staff have scoured our inventory to bring you the top 10 RPG tabletop board games that you and friends can try out today! Whether you’re a fan of classic roleplaying game ..read more