Sometimes, even the best host needs a little help to get the party started. Or maybe you’re just ready to grab a group of friends and kick back after a long week! Either way, if you’re looking to get your drink on, we’ve got a great roundup of games to help you achieve that goal. These are all quick and easy plays that won’t take a lot of work to grok, which is important when you’re trying to pick up a new game while, um…slightly impaired. Thankfully, there’s no such thing as a GUI (Gaming Under the Influence), so feel free to cut a little loose with these games specifically designed to get ..read more

Of course you love board games – you’re reading this article, after all – but wouldn’t it be great if board games could be a hobby you share with your whole family? For many, the idea of “Family Game Night” summons less-than-ideal memories of endless games of Monopoly, or Candy Land showdowns that end in tears and flipped boards. But it doesn’t have to be that way – this list will take you through our top 5 recommendations for modern, easy, and (most importantly) FUN board games that will have everyone hooked before you know it. Make some snacks, set down the TV remote for an evening, and p ..read more

“Shall we play a game?” If you’re looking for someone to play games with you, why not take on the ultimate challenger – Alexa! Sure, she’s not the WOPR supercomputer from WarGames, but really, that’s for the best anyway (we all know how that worked out). If you want to play something with lower stakes than Global Thermonuclear War, look no further than your living room – there are tons of great games you can play with your own personal home assistant, Alexa. We’ve put together a list of our top five favorite Alexa-enabled games right here: Our Favorite Games to Play With Alexa 5. Blackja ..read more

Even the most extroverted board game aficionado occasionally wants to settle in for a quiet night and play by themselves – and there’s nothing wrong with that at all! Playing games on your own offers several distinct advantages: no new players to teach the rules to, no worries about people being over competitive or sore losers, no stressing about whether everyone is having a good time. Not to mention, playing on your own is a great way to master the rules of a tricky game and surprise your friends by bringing a new technique or approach to the table the next time you all DO play together! T ..read more

Linguaphiles rejoice – there’s a whole genre of games dedicated to the beauty of words! We have something for you here whether you’re looking to make words, break words, link them together, or pull them apart. Find them in a mess of letters, or challenge your friends on definitions and spelling. If the Sunday crossword is the highlight of your week, stay tuned because these are seven games you’re sure to absolutely adore. Game Best Overall Description Upwords, Fun and Challenging Family Word Game with Stackable Letter Tiles, for Ages 8 and up Taboo Board Game Winning Moves Games ..read more

In an ideal world, we’d always be able to sit down around the table with our friends and family to play the games we love. For various reasons, that’s not always the case, but thankfully we have the technology to play all kinds of different games from anywhere, with anyone! From card games to classic board games and tabletop roleplaying games, there are ways to play almost any type of game online. With an internet connection and one of these options, game night is only a Zoom call away! Play Card Games Online Missing your Bridge club or need to settle a long-running Cribbage rivalry? Good ..read more

If you’re a board game collector, or even just a really big fan, you’re eventually bound to end up with some games that you’re ready to part ways with. This could be duplicates you’ve been gifted over the years, games you’ve tried and not cared for, or just games you’ve played so many times that they’re no longer fun and enjoyable to you. If you’re thinking of just throwing those games in the trash, though, think again! There’s a huge market for used board games on the internet, and with just a little work, you could turn your pile of unplayed games into cold hard cash (which you will, of co ..read more

Got some big travel coming up and not sure how to pass the time on that long-haul flight? Why not bring along your favorite board games! It might not have been the first thing you thought to pack, but board games are actually the ideal way to kill some time as you travel in style. Not every game will be the best fit for playing on a plane, though, so use our list of tips & tricks to help choose the perfect type of game to bring along on your high flying adventures. Games to avoid – don’t make these mistakes! Of course, not every game will be the best fit for playing in the small space ..read more

Looking to get your game on, but far from your personal collection of board games? No worries – if you have a printer with plenty of paper and a pair of scissors, there are tons of excellent, addictive board games online that you can download and print from the comfort of your own home! What is a print and play board game? A print and play board game is exactly what it sounds like. Instead of buying a board game off the shelf, in a box, with professionally printed and cut cards, tokens, etc, you print off all the pieces at home! Yes! You can absolutely print your own board games at home an ..read more

Sunken Treasure Sunken Treasure's puzzles are fun but not too hard, and you only have to worry about one puzzle at a time. It's the best Exit game to start with! GET SUNKEN TREASURE beginner Orient Express Dead Man on the Orient Express has the best story and puzzles of any Exit game. Put on your detective's hats and solve the mystery! GET ORIENT EXPRESS best overall Enchanted Forest Enchanted Forest features fairy tale creatures that kids know, and the puzzles are not too hard. So it's the best Exit for families! GET ENCHANTED FOREST kids Exit: the game is one of the most popular ..read more