Gifts for Fans of Board Games
Need to find the perfect gift for the board gamer in your life? Look no further!
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I Read The Rules T-Shirt
Everybody knows that one person that reads through the entire rulebook before playing a new game. If that’s who you need a gift for, look no further! Available in both youth and adult sizes, it’s sure to be a hit with the rule follower on your list.
MasterChef Family Cooking Game
Turn mealtime into a game with the MasterChef family cooking game! Perfect for two to six players, the game includes twenty-two different recipes, a game board, mystery ingredient cards, skill cards, and judge scorecards.
The Legendary Scorebook
Score a great gift for the board game enthusiast in your life! This majestic book offers a place for them to record their epic victories and crushing defeats as they master the ancient art of tabletop gaming.
Animal Crossing Monopoly
This super cute, Animal Crossing themed Monopoly set is the perfect addition to any board game lover or Animal Crossing fan’s collection! Players visit islands and collect resources to sell and earn Nook Miles. The game is packed with Animal Crossing references that players are sure to love.
Looking for more Animal Crossing gift ideas? Check out the full Animal Crossing gift list next!
Create Your Own Board Game Set
Have a DIYer on your list that would love the chance to create their own board game? This is the gift for them! This kit includes includes an 18”x18” blank game board, 1 game box, 52 pcs blank card, 3 blank dice, 1 standard dice, 1 game spinner, 1 sand timer, 6 card clips, 6 multicolored pawns & 6 colored permanent markers.
Monopoly Socks
Don’t get cold feet, go ahead and get these adorable Monopoly-themed socks for the board gamer in your life. Featuring iconic Monopoly images, this officially licensed sock set is sure to be a hit with anyone whose ever played the game!
Colorku
Colorku is a fun version of a popular Japanese logic puzzle Sudoku, but with a wooden board and marbles instead of a paper and pencil. There are 104 different puzzle cards, and players must use strategy to complete the puzzle. Plus when the board is not in use, the game can be left out as a conversation piece.
Clue: Lost in Vegas
They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but whoever you give this game to is going to want to tell everyone about their new Clue game! Just like the classic version of Clue, players need to solve a mystery before the game is over. Perfect for two to six players, we also love that it can be played multiple different times with numerous possible outcomes.
Hocus Pocus Yahtzee
Time to add a little magic to game night! The Hocus Pocus Edition Yahtzee Dice Game rules are the same as you've always known them, but this new ghoulish makeover will make the game perfect for a Halloween game night or any night of the week you feel like getting a little witchy!
UDog is a strategy game that’s easy to learn but difficult to conquer. Based on a game played by the early settlers of Quebec, this fun game is very versatile and can be played with 2-8 players.
UDog
Snack Table
It’s all fun and games until someone spills their drink all over the board game. Well that won’t be a problem anymore for the board gamer in your life when you give them this awesome snack table! The table can be stationary or on wheels, and the mix of durable particleboard and the sturdy steel frame provides long-lasting durability and sturdiness.
Harry Potter Scrabble
Give the Word Nerd and Harry Potter fan this unique Scrabble themed game with a Wizarding Word theme. The game plays like traditional Scrabble with a twist. Player can customize the game with the Harry Potter cards and Magical Bonus cards to score additional points. The good news is that they won’t have to have attended Hogwarts to win - but it could help! Looking for other Harry Potter themed gifts - check out the Harry Potter Gift list.
Lizzy ♥️ Darcy: A Jane Austen Matchmaking Game
This novel game will test their Jane Austen IQ. They get to play matchmaker with their favorite Pride & Prejudice characters. There are 100 trivia questions about Jane’s life, family, and books. This is a fun game - especially for bookworm board game fanatics.
Scrabble Throw Pillow Cover
This vintage scrabble board throw pillow cover makes a great addition to any game room! The 18x18 pillow cover fits perfectly onto most average size throw pillow and is a great way for any board gamer to show off their favorite hobby.
Sommify: A Blind Wine Tasting Board Game
Created by a Level 3 certified sommelier, this game is original, fun, and educational! Six people can enjoy this game by unlocking “cellar doors” as they progress through the board. By the end of the game, players will become more knowledgeable wine connoisseurs! If they prefer beer, check out Unlabeled - The Blind Beer Tasting Board Game.
Farting Frenchies
Farting Frenchies is a fast paced, funny, and clever game - perfect for Frenchie lovers of all ages, or anyone looking for a quirky new board game!
The point of this card game is to become “Top Dog” by collecting the most Frenchies. In order to collect the Frenchie, players must feed their Frenchie smelly items and once the Frenchies is full, it can be added to their “Farty Army.” The game takes less than 30 minutes to play with 2-4 players, making it the perfect party game.
Words for Nerds
This competitive word game is a mix of Boggle, Scrabble, and Wordle all in one. Everyone plays off a set of community letters with a twist - each round a Spice Up card is added and a secret bonus word. This gives everyone playing a chance to win each round. Be sure to check out our other Word Nerd Gift ideas!
Hasbro Keepsake Christmas Ornament
The Hasbro keepsake ornament is a clear winner! Board game enthusiasts will proudly display this holiday themed scrabble board on their Christmas tree for years to come. Plus, the ornament includes a gift box for easy giving!
Be sure to check out the full ornament gift list to find more unique ornaments for everyone on your list!
Family Games Advent Calendar
This calendar is perfect for the family who loves to play together! Inside the Family Advent Calendar is twenty-four small boxes, each containing a fun family game.
There are a wide range of games including traditional games like tic-tac-toe, dice games like Yahtzee, party games like balloon volleyball, nostalgic games like pick-up-sticks, and outdoor games like hopscotch.
The countdown to Christmas will be a blast and this gift will become a family favorite and annual tradition. Want more gift ideas for people who like Advent Calendars? Check out our Advent Calendar List next!
Terraforming Mars Board Game
If the game fan in your life would love to live on Mars someday, they will appreciate this game. They will get to represent one of the corporations terraforming Mars. Players work together to raise the temperature, the oxygen level and the ocean coverage until the environment is habitable. Individual players compete to earn the most victory points by placing tiles and acquiring resources. If they can’t live on Mars, this is the next best thing! For other interesting outer space related options, check out our Astronomy/Outer Space gift list.
Show Me the Monet
This game is not for the paint of heart. The goal of the game is to collect the greatest masterpieces of all time with the high-stakes party game for art lovers that gives new meaning to the term "art dealer." They will enjoy building the most valuable art collection by trading and collecting famous works by fourteen of the greatest artists of all time, from Leonardo da Vinci and Rembrandt to Vermeer and Frida Kahlo.
Hit the Game - The Game of Fit
There is a lot of research around the success of gamifying exercise for success. This game was designed by a military fitness expert. They can use the game to quickly create a unique workout which typically lasts 4 - 20 minutes. The difficulty is progressive and they can any level.
Diced Cheese Game
This is nacho ordinary dice game! The goal is to complete the cheese wheel. This is a simple, yet competitive game. This is perfect for the cheese lover - they can have their cheese game and eat it too!
Basket Boss
This gift is a slam dunk! Give them an opportunity to manage their own team. This game puts them in charge. In order to win the game, they will need to hire the right team advisors, win auctions to offer contracts to talented new players, and avoid crippling injuries!