We have got a super issue for you this month with an amazing free promo card for champion-battling dice game Arena: For the Gods (only available with our printed magazine).

Cover feature: Batman: The Board Game: The makers of Conan tell us about their tabletop take on the Dark Knight

Masks of Nyarthetop: As the classic Call of Cthulhu adventure often considered one of the best roleplaying campaigns ever made returns, we delve into its history and legacy

How Minis Are Made: The Walking Dead: All Out War, Kings of War and Dungeon Saga studio Mantic runs us through the fascinating behind-the-scenes creation of plastic and metal figures that bring the tabletop to life

Hearthstone: The developers of the digital card game with Magic: The Gathering in its sights tell us about its tabletop roots and booming popularity following its $1 million world championship. Plus, some tips and tricks from one of the game’s top pros.

Evolution: We play the game of natural development so true-to-life it’s been studied in scientific journals with a group of zoology students and discover how board games can be as educational as they are fun.

Valentine’s Day games for couples: 10 of the best two-player titles guaranteed to bring you closer on the most romantic day of the year.

Plus the usual selection of regular features, exclusive interviews, the latest reviews, community coverage and more!

OUT ON SALE 30 January 2018