This year I went again to the Spiel fair in Essen. I spent most of the time at the booth of my brother. The new game Albedo sold out quickly but a kick starter campaign for a second edition is currently running.
This year I bought only a handful of games.
I did however spend some money on scenery for WH40K.
What I never realised before is that there are apparently some official tournaments, like the world championship for Carcassonne.
Some booths, as usual, attract customers with costumed staff or puppets.