Sponsored.  Hachette Boardgames USA has curated a dynamic collection of independent publishers that are causing ripples in the board gaming realm, featuring an impressively diverse lineup out the gate.  With everything from the top-ranked children's game on BoardGameGeek to thrilling strategy and party games, their catalog caters to both seasoned gamers and newcomers, providing a gaming experience for everyone.

Some of the titles from Hachette Boardgames that are making waves in the last years and might ring a bell include Tribes of the Wind, the #1 game of Essen SPIEL 2022 from publisher La Boîte De Jeu.  Rauha, the next game from publisher Grrre Games that brought them two Golden Geek nominated Nidavellir.  The 2023 Kennerspiel nominated Iki from the publisher Sorry We Are French.  Decrytpo, a party word game with the Dice Tower Seal of Excellence from Scorpion Masqué, that continues to hold the #1 Party Game spot on BoardGameGeek.

One of the less-known publishers in the Hachette Boardgames USA lineup is Randolph, a company that has become synonymous with innovative game design and immersive gaming experiences.

Montreal-based Randolph is a board game publisher that works hard to create fun, exciting games for everyone.  Focusing on the development of games using simple rules to lead players to surprisingly deep experiences, or to ridiculous nonsense!  From delightful card games to co-operative family-style board games, the Randolph catalogue has something for everyone, and don't expect to sit on your hands when there's a Randolph game on the table!  Soon you’ll be laughing, pointing, and even moving around!  Randolph began life as a single board gaming pub in Montreal's vibrant Latin Quarter in 2012, when founder Joël Gagnon decided to take his game-demo skills, which he'd been fine-tuning in a local gaming café, to the next level.  Having inspired the founders of Snakes and Lattes to start their chain, Joël, along with his associates Normand D’Amour (a well-known Quebec actor), Justin Bazoge, and Benoît Gascon, established the first Randolph Gaming Pub.  Since then, the brand has grown tremendously and expanded into a chain of 8 franchises across the province of Quebec.  Offering thematic monthly drinks, a full menu of delicious pub food, and of course, vast gaming libraries ranging from evergreen classics to the brand-new hotness.  All are provided for customers through tableside game teaching and support.

Hachette Boardgames USA is the driving force behind introducing Randolph’s array of titles to the U.S. market.  Capturing the hearts of board game enthusiasts worldwide are five titles from Randolph, in order of release:

Oh Really? brings laughter, discussions, and small discomforts, all of which can be a great icebreaker.  With 200 different topics to choose from, each game will be unique, and each choice can be hard to make.

Miller Zoo is a captivating cooperative family game where you step into the shoes of the real Miller Zoo team, working together to care for existing animals and welcome new arrivals. With the inclusion of six envelopes featuring fresh challenges and animals, the game dynamically evolves as you collectively tackle unexpected situations and time-sensitive crises.

Romi Rami, a timeless classic in the family of 'Rummy' games with a double market twist.  It was an immediate attraction having launched at Gen Con 2023 and became the fan favorite at Essen SPIEL.

Bravo! Bravo! is a fun party card game where everyone plays together with one voice.


CDSK is a fantastic trivia game that challenges players to strike the perfect balance between confidence and caution in their knowledge of various subjects, rewarding precision with triumphant success.  Making this the go-to holiday game this season, why?  This new trivia format is making waves on social media already, as seen on Grant Lyon’s viral TikTok.

Linkto Food and Linkto Travel are both cooperative trivia games featuring unique art on 50 cards, offering five difficulty levels and an optional competitive mode.  Players work together to connect 49 clue cards to 50-word cards, aiming to find the key card for victory by validating its code with the answer card.

Randolph, with its humble beginnings in a pub and its innovative approach to game design, has carved a niche for itself in the competitive world of board games.  Their games, full of creativity and entertainment, have delighted players of all ages.  Randolph's unique vision and dedication to quality align seamlessly with Hachette Boardgames USA's commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences for players everywhere.  As the two companies continue to evolve and innovate, 2024 promises to be an exciting year.

Visit the Hachette Boardgames USA website to check out Randolph’s titles as well as the full Hachette Boardgames USA catalog.

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