imago blog

Game Jam Ostrava 2026: A Spring Celebration for Game Creators

Ostrava hosts Game Jam from March 27–29, 2026. Come create games, find a team, and check out the AI Hackathon and LLM experiment. full article...

Stranger Things: The series ends, the reading begins

Stranger Things concludes its story in style. Check out my impressions and pick a book or comic so the Upside Down doesn't have to end. full article...

TOP gamebooks of 2025

Which gamebooks ruled 2025? Check out the bestsellers at imago: fantasy classics, new releases, and horror full of tentacles. full article...

Jim Čert has passed away, leaving behind the best songs from Middle-earth

Remembering Jim Čert: Tolkien fandom before Jackson, the power of Pošustová-Menšíková's translation, and an album that still resonates. full article...

Lorekeepers: A new haven for DnD and board game players in the heart of Brno

Lorekeepers in the center of Brno: themed gaming room for DnD and board games, space reservations, and events for new and experienced players. full article...

Ruins of Symbaroum: Dark Fantasy RPG in Czech

Enter Davokar: Zkáza říše Symbaroum offers grittier 5e rules, new character creation, and dangerous magic. full article...

Fallout: The Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook Review

A review of the Fallout: The Roleplaying Game core rulebook. Rules, character creation, the wasteland world, and a fan's verdict. full article...

Solo Leveling: From a small webtoon to a global phenomenon

Dark action, RPG elements, and extreme power growth. Solo Leveling is one of the biggest phenomena in modern manhwa and anime. full article...

TOP board games of 2025

Which board games really shone in 2025? An overview of the best board and card games for demanding strategists, playful families, and two-player duels. full article...

Cat-tastic Games: Tips for Feline-Themed Board Games

Cats steal tokens and you'll be stealing time to play. Tips for cat-themed board games worth bringing to the table. full article...

Valentine's Day: Gifts and tips for fantasy, sci-fi, and gaming lovers

Looking for an original Valentine's gift? Get inspired at imago – plushies, dice, jewelry, and tips for a playful date for all heroes and fantasy lovers. full article...

TOP books and comics of 2025

Top 2025 list from imago: the best fiction, comics, manga, and books outside the box. Selected based on data, reviews, and reader feedback. full article...

Mytago 2026 Editorial Plan

An overview of the most exciting things Mytago is preparing for 2026: gamebook returns, licensed hits, and modern RPGs. full article...

Review of the DnD Starter Set: Heroes of the Borderlands

Looking for a way into Dungeons & Dragons? The newest 2025 Starter Set combines DnD 5e rules with a board game. Read about what makes it stand out and where its weaknesses lie. full article...

End of the year at imago: fuck-ups and joys

A year at imago without the fluff: joys, fuck-ups, AI, carriers, gremlins, and customer stories you won't forget. full article...

Review of the board game The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Draft dice, collect resources, and defeat Smaug the dragon. The Hobbit board game is here! Find out in our review why this new release should be on your table. full article...

Skirmish games: The perfect start to the world of wargaming

Skirmish games are the ideal entry into wargaming: small teams, personal stories, and tactical combat on smaller tables. Kill Team, WarCry, Battletech, and more. full article...

Secrets of Salamonis Review: A New Gamebook from a Legend

Looking for an adventure for gamebook newcomers and veterans alike? Try the Secrets of Salamonis gamebook from the Fighting Fantasy series. full article...

Review: Crown and Tower gamebook from the Fabled Lands series

The second installment of the Fabled Lands gamebook series is here. Crown and Tower brings ships, intrigue, and a massive open world. Read our review. full article...

Returning to Gothic II: A proper old-school RPG

Why Gothic II still works today. A gritty RPG where you aren't the chosen one, but a nobody. A world, factions, and combat that show no mercy. full article...