The world of board games is diverse and welcoming. I love introducing people to new games and opening them up to a world beyond Monopoly and Settlers of Catan. However, most people probably don’t want to dive into a Nemesis-level game right off the bat. Which, if you’re unfamiliar, comes in about four different boxes depending on how many expansions you have. What is the …
There’s nothing better than finding a board game you absolutely love. But inevitably, you want more. Where do you go next? Well, if you’re looking for similar board games to Codenames, you’ve come to the right place. What is Codenames? Codenames is a party game with a spy theme that involves word association. The game mostly consists of clue cards that form a 5×5 grid …
If you’ve ever been in the market for a new board game, you probably already know that the prices may vary greatly. But the good news is, board games don’t have to be expensive. Whether you’re on a budget or you’re looking for the perfect gift this holiday season, there are many options for great games that won’t break the bank and are under $20. …
The hobby of board gaming can sometimes be intimidating. In fact, sometimes it feels like it has its own language. If you mention a board game, most people think of classic board games like Monopoly or Sorry. But as you may know by now, there are so many board games out there. Board games, as well as video games and apps for that matter, fall …
When you’re buying a new board game, there are a lot of factors you should consider. If you host a regular board game night, you might be catering to a wide group of people. If you’re in a college crowd, you might be looking for a party game that has an edge or a bit of adult humor. But what if you’re a fan of …
The original game of Love Letter is a quick card game that has elements of deduction, strategy and luck and plays 2-6 players. Amazon lists it as a party game, but I don’t know that I would call it that. Still, it’s super simple and only takes about 20 minutes to play. I love this game because it’s so well-balanced. The main goal of this …
Cards Against Humanity is the self-described party game for horrible people. When it made its debut, it felt like everyone in the world was playing this game. Why? Probably because of shock value. But more than that, the game has a solid design. It was a brilliant formula and it wasn’t hard to learn how to play. Therefore, there’s a low barrier to entry for …
Red Dragon Inn is one of the first games I remember playing after I left behind the days when I believed Monopoly was the only board game in the universe. My sister and brother-in-law introduced it to me and it’s basically been a staple in my family ever since. It’s safe to say that it’s one of my favorite board games. Part of that may …
Ah, game night, a peaceful evening with family and friends and … Hitler? Yeah, prepare yourself for a lot of yelling with this one. There’s nothing else quite like a board game night that is full of deceit, politics and secret agendas. The game Secret Hitler takes us back to pre-WII Germany where German politicians are trying to rise to power and take control of …
If you’re planning a game night for a large group of people, selecting the right game can make or break the evening. While I like to think there are no incorrect answers, try to understand your guests and keep them in mind when making your game selections. If your crew is newer to board games, try to go for something that has mass appeal and …