CGI#54: Wispwood, The Game Makers, SPIEL 2025, and Big Box Games
Casual Game Insider, Issue #54, Winter 2026
Wispwood by Czech Games Edition draws players into a glowing, ever-shifting forest where whimsical wisps, playful cats, and smart tile choices shape a magical puzzle.
Plus: the communal experiences and games at SPIEL 2025 in Essen, the human element in board gaming, the making of The Game Makers by Bezier Games, the casual side of big box games, how tariffs are reshaping the board game industry, and a FREE print-and-play game: Giftbringer by Awaken Realms Lite. Our readers also discuss their most recent impulse buy.
This issue features reviews of Point Galaxy, Rebel Princess, Leaders, Perfect Mismatch, Strange World Above the Clouds, Temple Code, Score Cards, and a guest review of Cyber Pet Quest written by Major Fun.
Page Count:
75
Always cool cover art
Never good at puzzles, this one makes me dizzy!
Never good at puzzles, this one makes me dizzy!
I need to find the time/money to get to a con.
Beautiful looking content
Always more cool games then time to play them - reviews are so helpful!
I have never hard of this before but my two sons are big gamers and love anything that has to do with gaming! I will have them check this out!
cool
cool
Wispwood looks intriguing and the design is beautiful
The artwork is creative and beautiful!
Great write ups!
A great, professional looking production as always!
great art
Magical
nice!