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Recall is a strategic Eurogame and sequel from the designers of Revive where players lead unique tribes exploring the land and rebuilding civilization. It features deep engine building, exploration, and a puzzly uncovering of different combo moves.

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The Verdict

based on 18 reviews

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Clever upgradeable key mechanism
Satisfying combo-rich engine-building turns
More streamlined and rewarding than Revive
Good variability and replayability
Downtime and long turns, especially at four players
Limited player interaction
Missing player aids, weak rulebook, busy graphic design
Unbalanced clans or gadgets and some randomness
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Allies or Enemies, Allies or EnemiesVideo

“This game I really like. This is one that I would be shocked if this didn't end up in our top five of the year.”(16:15)

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Meeple Mountain, Justin BellArticle

“Recall is fun and very much worth your time, whether you are a Revive fan or not. The games are truly different, so owning one won't preclude you from owning the other. If exploration Euros are your thing, give Recall a look!”

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Man vs Meeple, Man vs MeepleVideo

“I definitely give this game one of my highest recommendations for the year of 2024 25. Uh, I think it's going to be a top 10 games. As a matter of fact, I know it's a lock for a top 10 game for me this year.”(28:43)

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Shut Up & Sit Down, Tom and MattArticleTop List

The reviewers featured Recall positively in their Essen 2025 ranking video, endorsing it as a strong title from the convention with an engaging presentation and satisfying gameplay.

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Game Boy Geek, Game Boy GeekVideo

“This game is fantastic. It's it's new and shiny, right? So I I want to say it's I like it better than Revive, but I'm not going to say that. I'm going to say I like it at least as much as Revive.”(15:00)

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Topping the Table, Jamie HopkinsArticle

In conclusion, I wouldn’t hesitate for a moment to recommend Time’s Up! Title Recall!.

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Board Gaming Ramblings, Board Gaming RamblingsVideo

“A lot of good things in this game. Um, I'm going to land on an 8.5. I think it's a really solid great game.”(22:05)

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GeekDad, Dave BanksArticle

Still, Total Recall: The Official Tabletop Game is a really good time. Games move quickly enough that even if you have bad luck... the next game is just around the corner.

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Meeple and the Moose, Alex McKenzieArticle

“Recall doesn’t feel overshadowed by Revive. Recall feels distinct, and more importantly, like a game I’d happily come back to on its own terms again and again.”

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Never Bored Gaming, Tom, Wes, and AaronVideo

The reviewers praise Total Recall as an engaging, fast-paced hidden role game with quick turns, no player elimination, and clever mechanics that keep everyone constantly involved.

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BoardGameCo, Alex RadcliffeVideo

The reviewer discusses adding Recall to their collection rotation for January 2026, treating it as a notable strategic heavy euro follow-up to Revive.

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The Dice Tower, The Dice TowerVideo

“I'm giving this an 8 out of 10. I think it's a very solid game. The key mechanism is my favorite part of it.”

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