How we work
Editorial Policy
How Copoxy researches, writes, and reviews its content — and how we stay independent.
Last updated: January 12, 2026
Trust is the only thing that makes a publication worth reading. This page explains how we research, write, review, and maintain everything on Copoxy — and how we keep our recommendations independent.
How we choose what to cover
We write about the questions real players ask: which game to buy next, how to teach a tricky rulebook, what fits a particular group, and how to keep a game night from fizzling. Ideas come from the games we play, reader requests, and the titles people keep asking about. We don't review something just because it's trending or because a publisher sent it our way.
How we research and write
Every article is written or edited by a named member of our team who has actually played the game. When we review a title or write a rules guide, we have set it up, taught it, and played it enough rounds to speak to how it really plays. We work from primary sources — the official rulebook, FAQs, errata, and our own play sessions — rather than recycling what other sites say. Claims that depend on facts are linked to their source.
Editing and review
Before publication, each piece is reviewed for accuracy, clarity, and usefulness. We ask a simple question of every draft: would this genuinely help someone choose, learn, or enjoy a game, or is it just filling space? If it is the latter, it does not run.
Our use of AI tools
Our articles are written and edited by people. We may use software for spell-checking, research, or suggesting outlines, but a human writer is responsible for the substance, accuracy, and final wording of everything we publish. We do not publish auto-generated content.
Independence and advertising
Copoxy is funded by advertising and, occasionally, affiliate links. To protect your trust:
- We never accept payment to give a positive review or to feature a game in editorial content.
- Advertising is clearly distinguishable from articles.
- Affiliate relationships never change our verdict — see our disclaimer for the full disclosure.
Corrections
We get things wrong sometimes — a misremembered rule, an outdated price — and when we do, we fix them quickly and transparently. If you spot an error, email hello@copoxy.com or use our contact form. Substantive corrections are noted on the article.
Updates
Because new editions, expansions, and rules revisions keep arriving, we revisit popular guides and refresh them. When an article is meaningfully updated, the publication date reflects the most recent revision.
Questions
If anything about how we work is unclear, we'd genuinely like to hear from you. Reach us any time at hello@copoxy.com.