Description: A glossary of board game terminology. A resource to all who wish to know more about the hobby and make board gaming more inclusive.
A type of strategy game where the four Xs stand for explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate. These four concepts are the central elements of the game.
Examples of this include Runewars, Twilight Imperium.
A game that has no theme. Abstract games are focused on having solid rules and mechanics.