Go Bum + Go Bum: Animals Edition, By Go Bum - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             Card game 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️    

Recommended age:    4 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Kids and adults that enjoy card games, especially games with hint of silliness! 

You might think you know Go Fish - but wait till you check out Go Bum and its silly cousin, Go Bum: Animals Edition, created by 9-year-old and his dad from Canberra. This laugh-out-loud twist on the classic card game makes you blush, giggle, and impossible to keep a poker face on! Thank you VR Distribution for providing a copy. 

Why I love ❤️ it? 

(1) 25 Cheekily Named Bum Pairs!

Each set includes 50 cards with 25 delightfully illustrated, cheekily named bum pairs—silly, tasteful, and irresistibly funny. It’s classic Go Fish, with a hilarious twist: your mission is to match the most bums! Shuffle the deck and deal 7 cards each (2-3 players) or 5 each (4-5 players). On your turn, ask another player if they have a bum from your hand—something like, “Do you have a Prickly Bum?” If they do, they hand it over, and you place the pair down. If not, they say, “Go Bum!” and you draw from the pile. Match what you draw? Lay it down! The game ends when all matches are made. And yes, we couldn’t stop giggling while asking things like “Do you have a Stinky Bum?” or “Super Bum?” - it’s impossible to say with a straight face!

(2) 1 Point For Each Bum Pair - Except For Golden Bum

A little twist to keep things cheeky: each bum pair is worth 1 point - except for the prized Golden Bum, which scores you 2! But watch out for the Exploding Bum card. If it lands in your hand - you’ve got to place it in front of you, and it’s worth minus 1 point. 

(3) Optional Rules To Shake Things Up

Go Bum is easy to learn in under a minute, but for extra laughs, there’s a set of optional rules that shake things up. Want more challenge and silliness? Try these: make a fart noise for a Tooty Bum match, pretend to scratch your backside for an Itchy Bum, give your best pirate “Arrr!” for Pirate Bum, or bust a move for Disco Bum. Our favourite? The “Rock Hard Bum” in the Animal Edition - score it, then challenge a player to rock-paper-scissors! Win for 2 points, or still get 1 if you lose. 

(4) Quirky & Charming Illustrations

The hilarity starts with the illustrations—each bum is as quirky and charming as its name. From Disco Bum’s glowing pink outline with tiny disco ball, to Fairy Bun’s frilly pink cheeks with wings, the designs add instant fun. Fluffy Bum features an adorable kitten behind, while Bouncy Bum belongs to a springy kangaroo! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.bigw.com.au/product/go-bum/p/9900645194 (Australia) 

https://www.rainbowfun.com.au/go-bum-animals-edition-card-game (Australia) 

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Cockroach Poker, By Drei Magier - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             Board game/ Card game 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️  

Recommended age:     8 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Adults/ kids that enjoy poker-inspired games with hilarious artwork

Alright kids - lying is bad… unless you’re playing Cockroach Poker from Drei Magier .I’ll admit, I was skeptical at first. The rules seemed too simple, but this delightfully devious little game completely exceeded my expectations and quickly earned a spot among our favourite quick-play staples. Huge thanks to Let's Play Games for sending over a copy!

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Chaotic Bluffing Game With Ugly Critters & Lots Of Laughter

Cockroach Poker is bluffing distilled to its purest, most chaotic form. The game comes with 64 cards—8 each of 8 critters. On your turn, you pass a card face down to another player and declare what it is—truthfully or not. They can either call your bluff or believe you. If they’re right, you get the card face up in front of you (bad news); if they’re wrong, it’s theirs. The loser of the exchange starts the next round. Here’s the twist: instead of guessing, a player can secretly peek at the card and pass it along to someone else, continuing the bluff—or changing the tactic. The final player can’t pass and must decide. It’s a game of lies, laughter, and ugly critters, and it ends when one unlucky soul collects four of the same creature. That person loses, and everyone else gets to revel in their misfortune.

(2) Simple Game With Surprising Layer Of Strategy 

For such a simple game, the game hides a surprising layer of strategy and social nuance. As more cards hit the table, it gets easier to sniff out lies—players start revealing patterns, certain critters become scarce, and you can begin to piece together who’s desperate to offload what. The “one loser” element flips the usual competitive mindset. Temporary alliances form, often unspoken, as everyone quietly conspires to pass the pain elsewhere. 

(3) 8 Repulsive Critters With A Twisted Sense Of Humour

The game features 8 wonderfully repulsive critters—cockroaches, rats, spiders, bats, frogs, flies, stinkbugs, and scorpions—all illustrated with a twisted sense of humour. Every card oozes personality: even cards of the same creature have subtle differences in expression and pose, making each one feel unique.

(4) Compact & Portable

With just a single deck of cards in a small box, it’s the kind of game you can throw in your bag or even your coat pocket and be ready for instant fun wherever you go.

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Find your local game stores here: https://www.localgamestores.com.au/

https://www.gamesworld.com.au/product/cockroach-poker/ (Australia)

https://www.goodgames.com.au/products/cockroach-poker?variant=36688329506974 (Australia) 

https://www.m-g.com.au/product/cockroach-poker/ (Australia) 

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Zombie Kidz Evolution, By Scorpion Masque - REVIEW

Nature / Type:            Board game / Card game 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️    

Recommended age:    7 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Young board game lovers who enjoy cooperative games

Zombie Kidz Evolution from Scorpion Masque is the first legacy-style game we’ve ever seen made just for kids! As you team up to defend your school from goofy zombies, the game grows with you—unlocking wild new missions, secret surprises, and awesome upgrades. Big thanks to Let's Play Games for sending us this epic adventure in a box!

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Cooperative Game - Defend Your School From Zombie Invasion! 

Kids work cooperatively defending your school from a chaotic zombie invasion! Start in the middle of the board, place zombies at the school’s doors, and keep a few in the “zombie reserve.” On your turn, roll the die to see where a new zombie sneaks in—unless you roll a blank (phew, no zombie this time!). Move to a new room or stay put, then blast away up to two zombies in your room and send them back to the reserve. But watch out—if three zombies pile into one room, it’s blocked! Team up with a buddy at an entryway, high-five (the best part!), and lock it down. Lock all four doors before the zombies run out, and you win!

(2) Stickers + Secret Envelopes

The BEST part? After each game, you get to stick a brain sticker on your progress chart in the rulebook. When you reach a special spot - open a secret envelope and discover something new. The game evolves as you play, adding fresh twists that make it more exciting each time. Soon, your heroes gain awesome powers, and even the zombies level up into Super Zombies! You also get to earn trophy sticker when you completed a special mission! 

(3) Double-Sided Game Board & Amazing Components

We love the components! The game comes with a double-sided board (the two-player side has secret shortcuts between rooms). The characters, cards, and manual all look great, and the real highlight? Those mystery envelopes! Kids go wild peeling them open to reveal the next big surprise. It’s like getting a present every time you level up! 

(4) Bright, Bold, Adorable Artwork

The art is bright, bold, and totally adorable! Each kid hero wields silly, kid-friendly zombie-fighting gear. It’s a clever twist on the classic zombie movie vibe, but made fun (not scary!) and perfect for a schoolyard setting. The standee characters are full of personality, with a nice mix of styles. It’s spooky-ish... but in the most giggle-worthy way!

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Find your local game stores here: https://www.localgamestores.com.au/

https://www.goodgames.com.au/products/zombie-kidz-evolution?variant=36679210860702 (Australia) 

https://www.bigw.com.au/product/zombie-kidz-evolution-board-game/p/9900717726 (Australia)

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Crok Crok Crok, By Bioviva - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             Board game  

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:     5 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Young kids that love speed games 

“Crok Crok Crok”- a game that blends quick thinking with memory skills—perfect for curious little minds! Created by Bioviva, it’s a delightful way to introduce kids to the eating habits of their favorite animals (and human!). Big thanks to Divisible by Zero for sending us a copy! 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) A Fast-Paced Game - Collect 5 Food Tokens To Win

This game turns mealtime into playtime! Five friendly animals—and one hilariously hungry little boy—gather around the table, where a colorful spread of apple, egg, carrot, banana, and snow peas awaits. Roll the die to see who’s up: if it’s the monkey, grab that banana fast! The rabbit munches on peas and carrots, the worm wriggles toward apples, and the donkey enjoys both apples and carrots. The pig is a bit pickier—no bananas for him—but he’ll eat just about everything else. And the boy? He’s a total foodie—he’ll eat it all! Players race to grab the correct foods based on each character’s diet. Collect all five food tokens to win! It’s fast-paced game that usually ends in giggles… or dramatic groan of a sore loser!

(2) Delightful Food Theme With Chunky Food Pieces 

I love the delightful food theme and the irresistible, chunky wooden food pieces—perfect for little hands to grab! Inside the box, you’ll find 6 charming wooden food toys, 30 colorful food tokens, a sturdy wooden die, a clever foldable guide card, and game rules. The guide card stands up on the table like a mini menu, making it super simple for kids to see who eats what at a glance. Everything feels high-quality and built to last, a truly tactile treat.

(3) Simple Game With A Sneaky Challenge

Don’t be fooled by its simple look—this game packs a sneaky challenge! Kids might just outmatch the grown-ups with lightning-fast grabs. Watch out for the human—he eats everything, so speed is key if you want to win in a single turn! Want the snow pea token? You’ve got to grab both peas at once! But choose carefully—grab the wrong food, and you’ll have to give a token back.

(4) Eco-Friendly Game Proudly Made In France

Best of all, it’s made by Bioviva—a trusted name for eco-friendly fun. Proudly made in France, their games use recycled materials, sustainable wood, plant-based inks, and minimal packaging. It’s a game you can feel great about, inside and out!

#gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.dragonflytoys.com.au/products/bioviva-the-nature-game-copy (Australia) 

Check out more games from Bioviva: 

• Mission Jungle, By Bioviva 
• Bioviva - The Game, By Bioviva
• Operation Survival, By Bioviva

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