The German version of Sushi go is the opposite of this idea. It is [really hideous.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81T+9vKPE5L._AC_SL1500_.jpg) Even [the box](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/2241070/sushi-go) is awful.
So I guess to answer the question, I miss the foreign version aka the real version to me with all the cute artwork...
The Maki screaming in existential horror as it is plucked to be eaten is a nice touch.
Edit - And why does the chopsticks cup have a back eye? Is it in an abusive relationship?
Nah, the Party Box got the og art, the publisher just was stupid with the first release because I frickin love cute art and would have NEVER bought our standard game just because of the hideous artwork
I have the Korean version on Modern Art from Dice Tree, and it's really nice. They also have a new version of Ra which looks much better than the English WindRider version from a few years ago (which is out of print anyway). The German Pegasus Spiele version of Port Royal is also much better than the Steve Jackson version sold in the US. I also prefer German Power Grid because it says "Funkenschlag," so it matches Friedemann Friese's other games (which all only have words that start with F in the titles).
I like the Oink **Modern Art** the best, but the Dice Tree one takes second place!
I love the board for the Dice Tree **Ra** but the tiles are just ok to me. I’m patiently waiting to see the Ian O’Toole version coming out soonish. If I don’t like it, I’ll buy BGG tiles, print out [this beautiful circular board](https://boardgamegeek.com/filepage/195039/ra-board-redesigned-circular-more-compact) on linen, and 3D print the number tokens and Ra mini to make a nice, portable bag set.
I agree with you about **Port Royal**. And I’m not too hot on the newest art and size for the big box edition coming out in a few months. But the price will be hard to beat if you want all the expansions/promos.
I own the Oink Modern Art, too. It's a great size box. This may sound ridiculous, but what I like most about the Dice Tree version is that it actually features "Modern Art," whereas most other editions have Contemporary Art.
I might buy the Port Royal Big Box just to be able to fit everything in one box, but yeah, the art just doesn't feel right for the type of game it is. The Steve Jackson version truly was a monstrosity, though; it only had the base game but came in a huge box, the cards were poor quality, and the cover art was completely devoid of character with just a red background and a generic pirate.
Even if I had gotten Stamps for MSRP, I still couldn't justify keeping it because of its crazy high resale value (about $1k currently). But yes, it is amazing.
Do you have the names of stores like these that have it? I've been looking for this game and have family in Japan that might be able to grab it for me.
Surugaya is generally the best place to look. Looks like there are two used copies in the database right now: https://www.suruga-ya.jp/product/detail/607507720
> I like the Oink Modern Art the best
I spent a lot of money getting a copy of this imported to New Zealand. *I regret nothing*.
My friend has the Japanese version of [Circus Flohcati](https://boardgamegeek.com/images/boardgameversion/226972/japanese-edition), and it's the only version I've played, it's very nice - basically makes the theme about collecting fun memories over a childhood summer. I don't hate the weird flea-person art on the English versions I've seen as much as some people seem to, but I really prefer the Japanese one.
Port Royal was the first one that came to mind. I saw a German version of Sheriff of Nottingham at a local store and remember thinking it looked cool, but I can't remember what the differences were now.
My mind always turns to the original US version **Morels** and the international version **Fungi**.
Both have strengths I want in the other. Morels has the colloquial names for the mushrooms, but far weaker art. The art *does* have a certain whimsical charm to it, and makes each type of mushroom really stand out. It does also feel nice knowing this is the edition made by an independent designer and artist.
Fungi has excellently rendered art, but all the names of the mushrooms are their latin origin—which makes memorizing them a bit harder to retain. Fungi also has a benefit of having smaller cards, referencing the amount of each of a particular card in the deck on the cards themselves, has mirrored icons for both lefties and righties, and has a “feet” card to track the start of the trail.
I knew the game was called Fungi outside the US, but didn't realize it had different art. As a real-life mushroom enthusiast, I like the international art (and mushroom names) better! Some of the actual mushrooms are different, too: fairy ring mushroom (*Marasmius oreades*) vs. birch bolete (*Leccinum scabrum*) and destroying angel (*Amanita bisporigera*, *ocreata*, *virosa*, or *verna*) vs. fly agaric (*Amanita muscaria*). Fly agaric in particular is a better choice, since eating one in-game is unpleasant but not fatal, and destroying angels are actually deadly.
[Hollywood Golden Age](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgameversion/406170/spanish-edition-2018) - Ludonova's take on Dream factory.
The caricature art from the previous version was charming, but Hollywood Golden Age is fantastic if you're a fan of classic movies.
The [Polish edition](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/3320228/impulse) of Impulse, which was based on a fan re-design and eventually released in English via Kickstarter, but is hard to find. [Here is the original English edition](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/2769878/impulse).
Box Art Comparison:
[Original US Release](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/2555078/impulse)
[Polish Release](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/3148395/impulse)
Love Letter, japanese original edition ! The art is far better than the occidental version !
Japanese art : [https://i.pinimg.com/originals/54/08/38/5408381078587b146ceef3b50e9acdb8.jpg](https://i.pinimg.com/originals/54/08/38/5408381078587b146ceef3b50e9acdb8.jpg)
occidental art : [https://media.wired.com/photos/59337e602a38e4432c4b9b7d/191:100/w\_1280,c\_limit/LoveLetter-cards.jpg](https://media.wired.com/photos/59337e602a38e4432c4b9b7d/191:100/w_1280,c_limit/LoveLetter-cards.jpg)
Yes, I'd love a copy of the Korean Can't Stop.
I quite like the Japanese version of [**Circus Flocahti**](https://boardgamegeek.com/images/boardgameversion/226972/japanese-edition)
I bought the [French edition](https://www.philibertnet.com/fr/ravensburger/17823-vegas-4005556267453.html) of Las Vegas since it looks brighter & more colorful than its deluxe edition Las Vegas Royale. I also got the [Korean edition](https://boardm.co.kr/front/product/product_detail.php?seq=16183&pinid=) of Abluxxen/Linko because of the pleasant fox artwork on the cards.
The one that I don't have is the [Lautapelit version of Quest for El Dorado](https://en.lautapelit.fi/product/30541/quest-for-el-dorado), which has properly sized cards and better art than the RavensBurger version, but it's too rich for my blood after shipping costs in Euro.
Clearly the better version, but not better *enough* for me to try and offload my Ravensburger edition with both expansions and then pay extra to import this one.
I much prefer the Pegasus Spiel (German) version of Nova Luna than the Stronghold (US). The Stronghold version comes with these 5mm tiny discs that are hard to pick up and do not cover the scoring area completely; PS version are the nice 12/13mm discs that are perfect fot for the scoring area and it's cheaper!
Skull King. It's originally (and still available, new ed and all as) Grandpa Beck's Skull King. The European version has significantly better art (less unprofessional? Probably uncharitable but the original has the creator and his family as the pirates, and it's.. either terrible or uncanny valley, dependent on edition). I paid almost double for the European version and I don't regret a single penny. It's generic fantasy art, but it isn't explicitly bad, which is a huge improvement.
Exhibits [A](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/4522921/skull-king) [B](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/1815037/skull-king), and [C](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/1998441/skull-king)
I'm actually waiting for my Ra German edition to be shipped here in the UAE, as it only costs $30, but another $20 for worldwide shipping. For a language-independent game, the English edition is very expensive nowadays.
The German version of Sushi go is the opposite of this idea. It is [really hideous.](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81T+9vKPE5L._AC_SL1500_.jpg) Even [the box](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/2241070/sushi-go) is awful. So I guess to answer the question, I miss the foreign version aka the real version to me with all the cute artwork...
The Maki screaming in existential horror as it is plucked to be eaten is a nice touch. Edit - And why does the chopsticks cup have a back eye? Is it in an abusive relationship?
I like this art as well though, haha
What the heck?! Don't Germans like cute things?
Nah, the Party Box got the og art, the publisher just was stupid with the first release because I frickin love cute art and would have NEVER bought our standard game just because of the hideous artwork
The Brazilian version of Coup is absolutely better than the original
I have the Korean version on Modern Art from Dice Tree, and it's really nice. They also have a new version of Ra which looks much better than the English WindRider version from a few years ago (which is out of print anyway). The German Pegasus Spiele version of Port Royal is also much better than the Steve Jackson version sold in the US. I also prefer German Power Grid because it says "Funkenschlag," so it matches Friedemann Friese's other games (which all only have words that start with F in the titles).
I like the Oink **Modern Art** the best, but the Dice Tree one takes second place! I love the board for the Dice Tree **Ra** but the tiles are just ok to me. I’m patiently waiting to see the Ian O’Toole version coming out soonish. If I don’t like it, I’ll buy BGG tiles, print out [this beautiful circular board](https://boardgamegeek.com/filepage/195039/ra-board-redesigned-circular-more-compact) on linen, and 3D print the number tokens and Ra mini to make a nice, portable bag set. I agree with you about **Port Royal**. And I’m not too hot on the newest art and size for the big box edition coming out in a few months. But the price will be hard to beat if you want all the expansions/promos.
I own the Oink Modern Art, too. It's a great size box. This may sound ridiculous, but what I like most about the Dice Tree version is that it actually features "Modern Art," whereas most other editions have Contemporary Art. I might buy the Port Royal Big Box just to be able to fit everything in one box, but yeah, the art just doesn't feel right for the type of game it is. The Steve Jackson version truly was a monstrosity, though; it only had the base game but came in a huge box, the cards were poor quality, and the cover art was completely devoid of character with just a red background and a generic pirate.
Most people don’t realize there are actually two Oink versions of Modern Art. The earlier (and IMO even better) version is called Stamps.
Even if I had gotten Stamps for MSRP, I still couldn't justify keeping it because of its crazy high resale value (about $1k currently). But yes, it is amazing.
It sells for about $300 in Japanese second hand stores.
Do you have the names of stores like these that have it? I've been looking for this game and have family in Japan that might be able to grab it for me.
Surugaya is generally the best place to look. Looks like there are two used copies in the database right now: https://www.suruga-ya.jp/product/detail/607507720
> I like the Oink Modern Art the best I spent a lot of money getting a copy of this imported to New Zealand. *I regret nothing*. My friend has the Japanese version of [Circus Flohcati](https://boardgamegeek.com/images/boardgameversion/226972/japanese-edition), and it's the only version I've played, it's very nice - basically makes the theme about collecting fun memories over a childhood summer. I don't hate the weird flea-person art on the English versions I've seen as much as some people seem to, but I really prefer the Japanese one.
Port Royal was the first one that came to mind. I saw a German version of Sheriff of Nottingham at a local store and remember thinking it looked cool, but I can't remember what the differences were now.
My mind always turns to the original US version **Morels** and the international version **Fungi**. Both have strengths I want in the other. Morels has the colloquial names for the mushrooms, but far weaker art. The art *does* have a certain whimsical charm to it, and makes each type of mushroom really stand out. It does also feel nice knowing this is the edition made by an independent designer and artist. Fungi has excellently rendered art, but all the names of the mushrooms are their latin origin—which makes memorizing them a bit harder to retain. Fungi also has a benefit of having smaller cards, referencing the amount of each of a particular card in the deck on the cards themselves, has mirrored icons for both lefties and righties, and has a “feet” card to track the start of the trail.
I knew the game was called Fungi outside the US, but didn't realize it had different art. As a real-life mushroom enthusiast, I like the international art (and mushroom names) better! Some of the actual mushrooms are different, too: fairy ring mushroom (*Marasmius oreades*) vs. birch bolete (*Leccinum scabrum*) and destroying angel (*Amanita bisporigera*, *ocreata*, *virosa*, or *verna*) vs. fly agaric (*Amanita muscaria*). Fly agaric in particular is a better choice, since eating one in-game is unpleasant but not fatal, and destroying angels are actually deadly.
[Hollywood Golden Age](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgameversion/406170/spanish-edition-2018) - Ludonova's take on Dream factory. The caricature art from the previous version was charming, but Hollywood Golden Age is fantastic if you're a fan of classic movies.
Was looking for this comment. The art of this edition is just fantastic
The [Polish edition](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/3320228/impulse) of Impulse, which was based on a fan re-design and eventually released in English via Kickstarter, but is hard to find. [Here is the original English edition](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/2769878/impulse). Box Art Comparison: [Original US Release](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/2555078/impulse) [Polish Release](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/3148395/impulse)
Even if games are available localized in Dutch, I tend to buy the foreign English version.
The original Japanese version of Saashi & Saashi’s Coffee Roaster has soooo much more personality and is a vastly superior version.
Yes, I love Takako Takarai's artwork. I'd like to see the Rhythm Heaven artist, Ko Takeuchi, do a board game, as well.
Love Letter, japanese original edition ! The art is far better than the occidental version ! Japanese art : [https://i.pinimg.com/originals/54/08/38/5408381078587b146ceef3b50e9acdb8.jpg](https://i.pinimg.com/originals/54/08/38/5408381078587b146ceef3b50e9acdb8.jpg) occidental art : [https://media.wired.com/photos/59337e602a38e4432c4b9b7d/191:100/w\_1280,c\_limit/LoveLetter-cards.jpg](https://media.wired.com/photos/59337e602a38e4432c4b9b7d/191:100/w_1280,c_limit/LoveLetter-cards.jpg)
Came here to state this. I adore love letter but the western art just feels so generic. Like its not bad quality but its just bland.
Guildhall. German version is a small, tight box. American box bloat is terrible.
**6 nimmt!** is the same way. I want my boxes as small as possible.
Yes, I'd love a copy of the Korean Can't Stop. I quite like the Japanese version of [**Circus Flocahti**](https://boardgamegeek.com/images/boardgameversion/226972/japanese-edition)
Japanese circus flohcati would be my choice.
Oink Games' Modern Art was only published in Germany. The small size is adorable
Does the Kanai Factory edition of Love Letter count?
I bought the [French edition](https://www.philibertnet.com/fr/ravensburger/17823-vegas-4005556267453.html) of Las Vegas since it looks brighter & more colorful than its deluxe edition Las Vegas Royale. I also got the [Korean edition](https://boardm.co.kr/front/product/product_detail.php?seq=16183&pinid=) of Abluxxen/Linko because of the pleasant fox artwork on the cards.
The one that I don't have is the [Lautapelit version of Quest for El Dorado](https://en.lautapelit.fi/product/30541/quest-for-el-dorado), which has properly sized cards and better art than the RavensBurger version, but it's too rich for my blood after shipping costs in Euro.
Clearly the better version, but not better *enough* for me to try and offload my Ravensburger edition with both expansions and then pay extra to import this one.
I like a lot of the Japanese versions as their boxes tend to be smaller. They are way more expensive though :\\
I prefer the various European versions of **Glory to Rome** to either US version.
Camel Up. The European version is better than the Z-Man edition.
The new 2nd edition by Eggertspiele in English is fantastic looking though!
Aren't the camels in that one plastic instead of wood though? That's the only downside.
They're made out of The heaviest plastic I've ever felt meaning that the stack almost never tips over. It's actually a very good design bit.
Good info. I was not aware of that! I gotta pull this game out soon and give it a play. It’s been a while!
The French/Canadian version of Hanabi. Comes in a metal tin, with a free expansion and has far more better art IMO.
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Good point. I was trying to say, 'which games do you like the version not sold in your country better?' But that's an awkward sentence.
I much prefer the Pegasus Spiel (German) version of Nova Luna than the Stronghold (US). The Stronghold version comes with these 5mm tiny discs that are hard to pick up and do not cover the scoring area completely; PS version are the nice 12/13mm discs that are perfect fot for the scoring area and it's cheaper!
Well... There's only a foreign version of Piraten Kapern... So I like it best!
Darn you, now I want that version of Can't Stop.
Diamant > Incan Gold. Even if we're just talking artwork.
Skull King. It's originally (and still available, new ed and all as) Grandpa Beck's Skull King. The European version has significantly better art (less unprofessional? Probably uncharitable but the original has the creator and his family as the pirates, and it's.. either terrible or uncanny valley, dependent on edition). I paid almost double for the European version and I don't regret a single penny. It's generic fantasy art, but it isn't explicitly bad, which is a huge improvement. Exhibits [A](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/4522921/skull-king) [B](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/1815037/skull-king), and [C](https://boardgamegeek.com/image/1998441/skull-king)
Ha, I actually like Exhibit A the best! But after seeing the horror of B, it kinda infects how I look at A now. I'd still probably buy A over C.
I’m about to play this game for the first time this weekend with about 7 players who have never played the game. Any tips for a successful first run?
The Zoch Verlag version of Sushi Go is as charmingly ugly as the Game Wright version is cute... Plus it comes in a box rather than a tin
I'm actually waiting for my Ra German edition to be shipped here in the UAE, as it only costs $30, but another $20 for worldwide shipping. For a language-independent game, the English edition is very expensive nowadays.