Tabletop games that we currently own, rated:
+ Splendor Duel: 10/10
+ Root: 9/10
+ Dominion: 7/10 (gets repetitive)
+ Carcassone: 7/10 (repetitive)
+ Cat Lady Game: 6/10 (simple but fun)
+ Boss Monster: 4/10 (mechanics)

That looks like it'd be the Splendor game then? AWESOME thanks for the reviews!

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Yeah! Haven't played the full Splendor game but Splendor Duel (for 2 players) is very fun and very replayable.

Game mechanics are complex enough to have some strategy yet simple enough to explain to someone for the first time (think: chess). The quality of the pieces and the game art are great and the tactile nature is enjoyable. The game is small enough to take with you and play at a cafe or when traveling.

Wow nice! I'll definitely have to check that out

that's a quality rec! I love tactile game components, it's enhances the experience so much

@stormblessed did a series of "best 2p games" and your review fits right in!