2023 Board Game Gift Guide
We’ve compiled a list of great board games to help make your gift shopping a little easier.
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Ra – A Classic Resurrected
Although Ra felt pretty simple to learn, it’s still going to be very challenging for younger kids. The well-designed player boards smooth the way to understand all the scoring, but it’s still a lot to keep track of. We think the 12+ age range on the box is about right.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Junk Drawer
A game about organizing my junk? I was skeptical. But Junk Drawer is easy to learn, while offering interesting decisions on every turn.
» Read morePrehistories Evolutions – A Welcome Expansion
When I originally reviewed Prehistories, I noted it was very family friendly and would appeal to folks who enjoy tile placement games. This is still true, but I enjoyed it even more with the addition of the Evolution modules!
» Read moreSplito – Making the Family Share
If you need a little bit of help getting your family to share, it might be time to deploy Splito.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Fika
We LOVE coffee. Does the card game Fika capture the cozy feeling of a coffee break with friends? Or is it a cutthroat competition between cafe owners?
» Read moreBlazon – Design a Heraldic Shield
I’ve always been a fan of the medieval time period for its astonishing castles and Arthurian lore. Blazon focuses on one aspect of medieval history; heraldry.
» Read moreVelonimo – A Whacky Race to the Summit
Velonimo is a bicycle-themed game where players race to the top-most summit of a mountain, scoring points by shedding cards from their hand in each round. The prize for winning this grueling race is the coveted Leader of the Pack Jersey!
» Read moreSNAP Review – Oh my Brain
What’s the difference between a body builder and a zombie? One says “No pain no gain, and the other says no brain no pain!”
» Read moreBoard Game Valentine Puns 2023
Several games we reviewed in the past year inspired me to come up with some real groaner puns. Share them with your friends!
» Read moreEpisode 329 – 25th Century Games with Chad Elkins
Welcome Chad Elkins, owner of 25th Century Games. He’s doing a ton of new games this year!
» Read moreLongboard – Surf’s up!
Living in the Midwest, there are no ocean waves. But surfing is on my bucket list of things to try someday. In the meantime, I’ll try the next best thing; running a surfboard shop right at my kitchen table.
» Read moreCryptid Cafe
Every character in Cryptid Cafe is a silly monster – the customers, the master chef, and the servers. The customers seem friendly, although a little impatient to get their meals.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Green Team Wins!
Can you pick the most popular answers in your family and stay on the Green team? Green Team Wins is a party game that works surprisingly well across all ages.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Ghosts Love Candy Too
Ghosts Love Candy Too is a not-at-all scary Halloween game; a great fit for families who love dressing up and trick-or-treating.
» Read morePrehistories: Paint your Cave
Prehistories is very family friendly and fun at all player counts (2-5). Send out hunting parties and paint your cave to celebrate your victories in this tile-laying game.
» Read moreSNAP Review – Sunny Day Sardines
No matter how you feel about tiny fish, Sunny Day Sardines is a compact, fast-moving game that everyone in the family can play.
» Read moreValentines for Boardgamers
One of our favorite mini-projects to do every year is to come up with punny Valentines themed around board games. Here’s this year’s crop.
» Read moreOn the Rocks – Stirring up Trouble
There’s something mysterious about a bartender. They know how to combine ingredients in just the right proportions to make drinks that are attractive (and hopefully delicious).
» Read moreBoard Game Holiday Gift Guide 2021
Over the past year, I think many families have been reminded how great it is to sit down and play board games together. If you’d like to add a few games to your holiday shopping list, we have suggestions for all ages and situations.
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