Game Types | LowerShelf Games
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Game Types

LowerShelf Games organizes every game into five distinct categories. Strategy, Speed, Dynamic, Wisdom, and Artistry, with each represented by its own color. These categories make it easy to find the perfect game while creating the kind of competition, energy, and unforgettable moments that bring people together.

Blue Background, decorative

Origin

Strategy games consist of some thought, some collaboration with teammates, or games with risk involved. The games are typically a little slower and are great for quieter gameplay.

Strategy Badge Logo, a man holding two puzzle pieces

Characteristics

  • Introspective

  • Collaborative

  • Risk Based

Speed Badge, a man holding two flames

Characteristics

  • Active

  • Fast

  • Luck Based

Origin

Speed games consist of quick thinking and actions. Speed games can also be games of luck. If you are focused and ready to go, Speed games can be a lot of fun!

Wisdom Badge Logo, a man holding two lightbulbs

Characteristics

  • Memorization

  • Knowledge

  • Brain Based

Origin

Wisdom games are for the intellectual spirits. The games typically require some memorization, or some prior knowledge. Wisdom games are great to test how well you know the world we live in!

Dynamic Badge Logo, a man holding two lightning bolts

Characteristics

  • Athletic

  • Focus

  • Skill Based

Origin

Dynamic games are for those athlete types. The games typically require some physical form of skill/finesse. The competitive nature of these games make them great for those looking to move a little!

Artistry Badge Logo, a man holding two paint brushes

Characteristics

  • Performative

  • Creative

  • Rule Based

Origin

Artistry games are for the creative bones in us. Artistry games typically revolve around rule making based games, as well as those relating to drawing, dancing, or acting.

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