From: utzoo!decvax!cwruecmp!krm Newsgroups: net.games Title: spectacular games Article-I.D.: cwruecmp.555 Posted: Tue Mar 22 10:03:57 1983 Received: Wed Mar 23 07:02:41 1983 I'd like to recommend some spectacular games. These are not computer games just plain old paper and cardboard but not really board games. COSMIC WIMPOUT A cute short little party game that even game non enthusiasts can learn and enjoy quickly. Not much challenge but what do you want for $3? COSMIC ENCOUNTER This has to be the best game I've ever played. (with the possible exception of generic rpg) VERY fun and playable. The game is sold for $15 then there are so far 9 expansions at $6 each. We play with everything but lucre. (anyone out there played with lucre? how about moons?) Basically a group boardgame 1-3 hrs. Where nobody drops out before the game is over (well.. seldom) Works best with 4-8 players. The first 10 rating I've ever given any game (or girl). ACE OF ACES This is a super game also. VERY SIMPLE rules but facinating strategy. They currently have two sets of WWI planes that can be flown in any combination and with basically infinite numbers of people on a side. (5 on 5 was really something else. Not just campaign, we played 5 on 5 simultaneous) If you are interested but can't find these in your local stores mail me and I will tell you where you can get them mail order or give you the publisher or whatever. I am interested in hearing from anyone else who plays any of these just to compare notes. xoxorich. decvax!cwruecmp!krm ps. my girlfriend usually hates the games I play and won't even consider them but she likes all three of these.