"prehistoric"

2019 · 3 Seasons · Adult Swim · Animation / Action / Horror / Drama

Primal is one of the most remarkable achievements in modern animation, a series that tells a deeply emotional story about grief, survival, and unlikely companionship without a single word of dialogue. Genndy Tartakovsky's visual storytelling is operating at a level that makes most animated shows look timid by comparison, and the bond between Spear and Fang is as affecting as any relationship on television. The second season's shift toward more fantastical elements divided some fans, and the relentless violence won't be for everyone. But when Primal is firing on all cylinders, there is nothing else like it on TV.

2020 · 2-4 Players · 45-60 min · Cooperative

Paleo is a cooperative game that gets the fundamentals right. It resists quarterbacking, creates genuine tension through its push-your-luck exploration, and offers strong variety through its modular design. The Kennerspiel des Jahres recognition is well earned. Luck plays a bigger role than some cooperative fans will be comfortable with, and the surprise factor that drives early sessions fades with familiarity. But for groups who enjoy cooperative challenges that play in under an hour and want something that feels different from the standard fare, Paleo delivers a prehistoric adventure worth taking.

2021 · 2-4 Players · ~20-40 min · Competitive

Kingdomino Origins adds volcanoes, fire tokens, and two additional game modes to the Kingdomino formula, giving families and casual groups more to explore within a familiar framework. The Discovery mode volcano mechanic is a smart, lightweight addition that creates genuine tactical decisions without complicating the elegant core. The Totem and Tribe modes are less successful, adding complexity that doesn't always pay off in added fun. Players who already own and love the original may not find enough new material to justify a separate purchase. For newcomers choosing their first Kingdomino title, Origins offers the most content in a single box.