Images help explain a product or illustrate a kind of play. The credits below identify the creator, source, and recorded permission or license. A category scene does not identify the contents of a particular retail box or document an AG101 testing session.
Department photography
These twelve photographs are used under the Unsplash License. They illustrate the activity or department. Responsive versions may be resized or cropped to fit the page.
- Board Games: Jacques Dillies. Original photograph.
- Video Games: Branden Skeli. Original photograph.
- Cards & TCG: Fiona Murray-deGraaff. Original photograph.
- Tabletop RPGs: Fox & Hyde. Original photograph.
- Miniatures & Wargames: Samuel Fortin. Original photograph.
- Family & Kids: Bill Branson / National Cancer Institute. Original photograph.
- Party & Social: Meg Jenson. Original photograph.
- Puzzles & Brain Games: Annie Spratt. Original photograph.
- Chess & Classics: Jeffrey Lai. Original photograph.
- Outdoor & Lawn Games: Troy Taylor. Original photograph.
- Game Room & Arcade: Ariel Domenden. Original photograph.
- Gaming Gear & Accessories: Vitalii Khodzinskyi. Original photograph.
Czech Games Edition product images
Box images are courtesy of Czech Games Edition. CGE’s press and content-creator resources authorize the provided graphics for web articles and product promotion. Each source below is the publisher’s resource page for the pictured product.
- Codenames — 2025 second edition, English: image courtesy of Czech Games Edition. Publisher image source.
- Codenames Pictures — 2025 second edition, English: image courtesy of Czech Games Edition. Publisher image source.
- Lost Ruins of Arnak — English base game: image courtesy of Czech Games Edition. Publisher image source.
- Lost Ruins of Arnak: Expedition Leaders — English expansion: image courtesy of Czech Games Edition. Publisher image source.
- Lost Ruins of Arnak: The Missing Expedition — English expansion: image courtesy of Czech Games Edition. Publisher image source.
- Under Falling Skies — English retail game: image courtesy of Czech Games Edition. Publisher image source.
Controller photography
- Nintendo Switch Pro Controller — Standard Black: Photograph by Evan-Amos, released into the public domain by the photographer; the source also includes an unrestricted-use fallback. Original photograph, unmodified by AG101. Original image and rights statement.
- DualSense Wireless Controller — Midnight Black: Photograph by Chris Woodrich, via Wikimedia Commons. Original photograph, unmodified by AG101. Original image and rights statement. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International.
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Credit corrections
These credits describe the images used for the listed pages; they do not transfer ownership of product names, marks, or artwork, or imply endorsement by the creator. If a credit or rights statement appears incorrect, use Contact & Corrections with the image address, page address, and relevant source.
Credits reviewed November 2, 2026.
Additional recorded image and diagram sources
These source records preserve the credits for previously prepared guide imagery and explanatory diagrams. Each caption identifies whether the image shows an exact product, a game family, or an illustrative topic.
Guide and product image credits
Each image is labeled by its role: a specific product or model, a game-family photograph, a topic photograph, or an original explanatory diagram. A family photograph does not establish the contents or printing of a current retail edition.
| Subject | Credit and license | Image role |
|---|---|---|
| Hands using the rods of a foosball table | Kelly Sikkema / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Table tennis table with a net in an indoor room | Alex Tyson / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Backgammon checkers and two dice on a board | Susan Holt Simpson / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Mahjong tiles on a wooden table | Jason Leung / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Black and white Go stones on a board beside stone bowls | Kyle Hinkson / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Dartboard mounted against a wall | Camila Mofsovich / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Air-hockey table playing surface and red equipment | Frederick Shaw / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Over-ear gaming headset on a desk | Andrey Matveev / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Monitor, keyboard and controller arranged on a desk | Sebastian Bednarek / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| DisplayPort cable connector with braided cable | Barry A / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| An assortment of Pokémon trading cards | Giorgio Trovato / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| White domino tiles with colored pips | Ryan Quintal / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Pencil resting on a printed crossword grid | Andrey Soldatov / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Green polyhedral gaming dice on a white surface | Ian Fajardo / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Red and green bocce balls on grass | Braedon McLeod / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| People playing cornhole on a covered terrace | Austin Distel / Unsplash (Unsplash License). Photographer credit: Proof. | Topic photograph |
| Nintendo Switch 2 handheld console showing Mario Kart | Petar / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Chessboard and pieces beside a digital chess clock | Michal Vrba / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Magic: The Gathering cards arranged in decks | Ryan Quintal / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Xbox Series X console and controller | Martin Martz / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Steam Deck handheld gaming device | Edgar Almeida / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Arcade cabinet controls and screen | Grigorii Shcheglov / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Wooden mancala board with playing stones | Tobias Tullius / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Close-up of a printed Sudoku grid | Bozhin Karaivanov / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Carcassonne tiles and playing pieces | Daniel Tuttle / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Game-family photograph; retail edition unverified |
| CATAN with Seafarers expansion pieces on the board | Cohen Berg / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Game-family photograph; retail edition unverified |
| Board game boxes stored on shelves | Zoshua Colah / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Coiled black USB-C cable on a light surface | Mika Baumeister / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Portable solid-state drive connected to a USB-C cable | Cemrecan Yurtman / Unsplash (Unsplash License). | Topic photograph |
| Wavelength party game box and components | Harrison Keely / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0). Proportionally resized for web display; the photograph retains this license. | Game-family photograph; retail edition unverified |
| DGT2010 digital chess clock | Ajepbah / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0). Proportionally resized for web display; the photograph retains this license. | Identified product or model photograph |
| DGT Centaur electronic chessboard and pieces | Morn / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0). Proportionally resized for web display; the photograph retains this license. | Identified product or model photograph |
| Kingdomino tiles and castles in play | El Pantera / Source (CC BY-SA 4.0). | Game-family photograph; retail edition unverified |
| Qwixx dice and score sheets | Achim Raschka / CC-BY-SA-4.0. Wikimedia Commons source; license. Proportionally resized for web display; the photograph retains this license. | Game-family photograph; retail edition unverified |
| Codenames Duet Second Edition |
Codenames Duet Second Edition — Czech Games Edition. Publisher source; CGE press permission. Product image, shown uncropped. |
Identified product or model photograph |
| Codenames XXL Second Edition |
Codenames XXL Second Edition — Czech Games Edition. Publisher source; CGE press permission. Product image, shown uncropped. |
Identified product or model photograph |
| Dungeons & Dragons: Heroes of the Borderlands physical starter set |
Dungeons & Dragons: Heroes of the Borderlands physical starter set — Wizards of the Coast. Publisher source; Wizards Fan Content Policy with visible required notice. Product image, shown uncropped. Awesome Gaming 101 is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC. |
Identified product or model photograph |
Original diagrams
Awesome Gaming 101 created these diagrams to explain measurements, component counts, connections and setup. They do not reproduce product appearance, packaging or publisher artwork. Refer to the cited product source or guide for scope and qualifications.
- Ravensburger Universal Amblin • 17152 — Source 1.
- Gamegenic Standard Prime • 200 sleeves — Source 1.
- Gamegenic Japanese Size Prime • 60 sleeves — Source 1.
- House of Staunton • TRV0020 travel set — Source 1 · Source 2.
- YMI magnetic chess • UB-CH005-A — Source 1 · Source 2.
- House of Staunton • triple weighted chessmen — Source 1.
- House of Staunton • regulation vinyl board — Source 1.
- DGT Pegasus • board dimensions — Source 1 · Source 2.
- YMI Pasadena • 15-inch backgammon — Source 1 · Source 2.
- YMI Pasadena • 19-inch backgammon — Source 1 · Source 2.
- YMI Izmir • magnetic backgammon — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Sondergut Mocha • roll-up backgammon — Source 1 · Source 2.
- YMI Shin Kaya • reversible9 × 9 /13 × 13 kit — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- YMI Beechwood • single-convex Go kit — Source 1 · Source 2.
- YMI wooden mancala • SN-MC002-A — Source 1 · Source 2.
- YMI numbered Mexican Train • US-DM007-A — Source 1 · Source 2.
- YMI riichi mahjong • YW-JM001-A — Source 1 · Source 2.
- GoSports Classic Ladder Toss • LT-02 — Source 1.
- Franklin Intermediate Croquet • 50201X — Source 1.
- Kan Jam Original • standard setup — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Hive Pocket • HPWX — Source 1.
- Pokémon TCG Battle Academy • 2024 — Source 1.
- D&D Heroes of the Borderlands — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Pathfinder Beginner Box • Secrets of the Unlit Star — Source 1.
- CATAN sixth edition • base-game dependency — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Ironsworn • three supported play modes — Source 1.
- Fiasco Classic • dice planning — Source 1.
- Warpaints Fanatic Starter Set • WP8066P — Source 1.
- Warhammer 40,000 Starter Set • 2026 — Source 1.
- Outfoxed! • shared investigation — Source 1.
- First Orchard • HABA 3177 — Source 1.
- Overcooked! 2 • PC local keyboard mode — Source 1.
- Ultimate Chicken Horse • Shared Controller mode — Source 1 · Source 2.
- EXIT: The Pharaoh’s Tomb — Source 1.
- IQ Puzzler Pro • challenge inventory — Source 1.
- Deck Boxes for 100 Double-Sleeved Cards: How to Check Real Capacity — Source 1.
- RPG Tokens, Standees, or Miniatures: What Does Your Game Require? — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Historical Miniature Scale and Base Size: What to Match Before Buying — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Foldable Game Mats vs Rigid Boards: Space, Storage, and Terrain Stability — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Painted Miniature Storage: Trays, Foam, and Magnetic Transport Compared — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Board-Game Table Topper vs Dedicated Gaming Table: Space, Storage, and Setup — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Gaming Chairs for a Table: Seat Height, Armrests, and Table Clearance — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Multi-Game Tables: Compare Changeover, Storage, and Compromises — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Trading-Card Binders: Page Size, Pocket Fit, and Storage Format — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Capture Cards for Game Recording: Inputs, Passthrough, and Recording Limits — Source 1 · Source 2.
- Portable Gaming Displays: Power, Video Input, and Included Cables — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Tabletop Playmats: Measure the Surface and Check Material Care — Source 1.
- Toploaders, Semi-Rigid Holders, and Sleeves: Choose the Right Card-Storage Format — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- App-Assisted vs App-Free Escape Games: What Happens When the Device Is Missing? — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3 · Source 4.
- Camping Games: Packed Size, Setup, and Surface Requirements — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3 · Source 4.
- Giant Stacking Games for Small Spaces: Footprint, Height, and Surface — Source 1.
- Party Games for Twelve or More: One Group or Several Tables? — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Checkers and Draughts Boards: Match the Board to the Rules You Play — Source 1 · Source 2.
- PS2 HDMI vs Component: Choose a Signal Path Your TV Supports — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3 · Source 4 · Source 5 · Source 6.
- Connect a PS1 to a Smart TV: Analog Inputs, HDMI Conversion, and 240p — Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3 · Source 4 · Source 5.
Additional party, outdoor and console photographs
- Just One box, cards, erasable stands and pens photographed in 2024. Earlier game-family context; not a current 2025/second-edition retail image. Photo: Harrison Keely. Harrison Keely / Wikimedia Commons source (CC BY 4.0). Commons thumbnail proportionally resized from the original; no content edits.
- Telestrations box, drawing booklets and playing materials photographed in 2024. Earlier game-family context; not a current 2025/second-edition retail image. Photo: Harrison Keely. Harrison Keely / Wikimedia Commons source (CC BY 4.0). Commons thumbnail proportionally resized from the original; no content edits.
- Kubb equipment photographed in 2008; no manufacturer or retail set identity is claimed. Photo: Achim Raschka. Achim Raschka / Wikimedia Commons source (Copyright holder grants unrestricted use, including commercial reuse and modification). Original source image used without content edits.
- PlayStation 2 SCPH-70001, DualShock 2 controller and memory card photographed in 2011. An example of Slim hardware; compare the full model number for power and region details. Photo: Evan-Amos. Evan-Amos / Wikimedia Commons source (Public domain dedication by photographer). Original source image used without content edits.
- Original Xbox One console and controller photographed in 2014. Hardware context only; no game, subscription or current retail bundle is pictured. Photo: Evan-Amos. Evan-Amos / Wikimedia Commons source (Public domain dedication by photographer). Commons thumbnail proportionally resized from the original; no content edits.
Additional guide and catalog diagrams
Awesome Gaming 101 created these explanatory diagrams from the cited facts. Product and game appearance is not reproduced. Any counts, dimensions, modes or dependencies retain the stated product scope.
- Adding players and adding Seafarers are separate — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Standalone capacity is different from Flock mode — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Choose the player limit and the expansion route — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- One player can mean several different structures — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Jamboree TV adds a software and hardware check — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Count complete decks before buying random packs — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Three beginner products supply different decks — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Keep watermarked cards and Skill Cards distinct — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Book compatibility needs a specific use case — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Confirm the edition before comparing the books — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3 · Source 4.
- Choose a book for the job it must do — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Check which first game the starter supplies — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Material comes before glue choice — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Primer has a role between material and paint — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Buy tools for the operations in your first kit — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Follow a worker through one complete round — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- A new card usually helps a future hand — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- “Replay” can describe three different routes — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Choose the decision you want to repeat — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3 · Source 4 · Source 5.
- A level and a complete reset answer different questions — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
- Open reach and target separation are different measures — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Patchwork: Revised Edition — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Ticket to Ride: First Journey — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Wavelength — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Mario Kart World • Nintendo Switch 2 — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- It Takes Two • PS5 — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- Classic All Surface Swingball • 7287 — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- ThinkFun Rush Hour • 76582 — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- ThinkFun Cat Crimes • 44001550 — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- Sushi Go! • original compact game — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Qwixx • original Gamewright game — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Kingdomino • base game — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- Animal Upon Animal Junior — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- Just One • 2025 edition — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- So Clover! — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Fun Facts — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Herd Mentality — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- Telestrations • Second Edition boxes — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3 · Source 4.
- One Night Ultimate Werewolf — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Ultimate Werewolf Extreme — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- Wits & Wagers • Vegas Edition HHT91 — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- Time’s Up! Party — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- YMI melamine Go stones • US-SF002-A — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- TidalBall • complete set — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- Mölkky • Asmodee Canada listing — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2.
- HITSTER • UK FAQ requirements — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1.
- Werewolf: compare the hosting structure — Original diagram by Awesome Gaming 101. Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3.
Additional reviewed product photographs
These credits cover the exact model, components, or gameplay photographs used in the reviewed product catalog. The caption identifies the image scope; a gameplay photograph does not establish the current retail package contents.
- Logitech G502 HERO Wired Gaming Mouse — Black — Photo: Panthermail / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0. Image source; License or permission. Unmodified Wikimedia Commons image/thumbnail; no edits made by AG101 research.
- Logitech G305 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse — Black — Photo: Julien Sinan / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0. Image source; License or permission. Unmodified Wikimedia Commons image/thumbnail; no edits made by AG101 research.
- PlayStation DualSense Wireless Controller — White — Photo: Alex Cochrane (Viper polo) / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0. Image source; License or permission. Unmodified Wikimedia Commons image/thumbnail; no edits made by AG101 research.
- Logitech G920 Driving Force Racing Wheel and Pedals — Photo: Wikiediter2029 / Wikimedia Commons / CC0 1.0. Image source; License or permission. Unmodified Wikimedia Commons image/thumbnail; no edits made by AG101 research.
- Nintendo Switch OLED Model — White Joy-Con — Photo: Padgriffin / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0. Image source; License or permission. Unmodified Wikimedia Commons image/thumbnail; no edits made by AG101 research.
- Xbox Series X Disc Console — 1TB, Carbon Black — Photo: Der. Bellemer / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0. Image source; License or permission. Unmodified Wikimedia Commons image/thumbnail; no edits made by AG101 research.
- Nintendo Switch 2 System — Photo: AOMAF2024 / Wikimedia Commons / CC0 1.0. Image source; License or permission. Unmodified Wikimedia Commons image/thumbnail; no edits made by AG101 research.
- Elgato Stream Deck + Audio Mixer and Studio Controller — Black — Photo: TaurusEmerald / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0. Image source; License or permission. Unmodified Wikimedia Commons image/thumbnail; no edits made by AG101 research.
- Azul — The original Azul in play. Photograph by Gábor Zehetmayer, CC0 1.0. Image source; License or permission. Wikimedia-generated 960-pixel preview; no aesthetic edits, crops or content alterations
- Bananagrams Classic — Classic Bananagrams tiles and pouch. Photograph by Evan-Amos, public domain. Image source; License or permission. Wikimedia-generated 960-pixel preview; no aesthetic edits, crops or content alterations
- Qwirkle — Qwirkle gameplay. Photograph by Lymantria, CC BY-SA 3.0. Image source; License or permission. Wikimedia-generated 960-pixel preview; no aesthetic edits, crops or content alterations
- Dragonbane Core Set — English boxed RPG — Dragonbane cover illustration by Johan Egerkrans. Image courtesy of Free League Publishing. Image source; License or permission. Publisher image shown without aesthetic edits.
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