Between Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig

Between Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig is a game that I've been wanting to try for a while now, and I finally got my hands on a copy. It's a competitive tile-drafting game where you work with the player on your left to design one castle and with the player on your right to design another. I've played it both with a group of friends and with just my husband, and I have to say, it's a lot of fun!

I was a little worried about the complexity of the game at first, but it's actually pretty easy to learn once you get the hang of it. The rules are clear and well-explained, and there are a lot of resources available online to help you if you get stuck. I especially like the fact that the game is collaborative but also competitive, which makes it a really interesting dynamic. You're working with your neighbors to build the best castles possible, but you're also trying to outscore them.

One of the things I really enjoy about this game is that every time you play, it's different. The room tiles are all unique, so you're always creating a new and interesting castle design. The scoring is also a bit complex, but it's a lot of fun trying to figure out how to maximize your points.

Some reviewers have mentioned that the scoring can be tedious, but I actually find it to be a fun part of the game. It's like a little puzzle that you have to solve at the end. Plus, there are some smartphone apps available to help you calculate your score if you want to speed things up.

Overall, I highly recommend Between Two Castles of Mad King Ludwig to anyone who enjoys tile-laying games, collaborative games, or just games with a lot of strategic depth. It's a really fun and engaging game that I know I'll be playing for a long time to come.