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If you're having a get-together, you can make the occasion super fun by playing party board games with your guests. Board games are often considered the best party games because they usually have easy-to-follow rules that everyone can understand.
No matter what type of party you're hosting, playing games can help your guests to get to know each other and get competitive.
If you're hoping to find the very best games to entertain your guests, you'll find loads of inspiration below.
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5 Best party board games
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Everyone remembers the board games they used to play as a kid. But party games aren't limited to just the five or ten that you remember from childhood. Loads of awesome new games are available which can help to break the ice at parties. Pick your favorites from the party board games below and you'll never be stuck for something to play with friends and family members.
1. Trivial Pursuit
If your guests are great at general knowledge, the questions in Trivial Pursuit will help them test how much they know.
2. Monopoly
Monopoly is a classic game that can be played by a range of age groups and helps the players to think strategically about how to spend their money.
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3. Sushi Go
This quick game isn't just fun for people who love sushi - anyone can play and try to score the most points.
4. Patchwork
In this two-player game, the players must try to create a quilt which has the highest score.
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5. Taboo
In this game, players must try to describe objects without using the forbidden words on their card.
5 Party board games for kids
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Board games are great for kids because they teach them how to think strategically while having loads of fun. Party games for kids are usually easier than those aimed at adults to ensure that kids can understand them. These games are great for occupying children of all ages.
6. Celestia
Go on adventures through the cities of Celestia to try to recover exciting treasures.
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7. Sorry!
This simple game sees players trying to get all of their pieces to a certain point the fastest.
8. Exploding Kittens
Take turns drawing cards and whoever draws an Exploding Kitten will be out of the game.
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9. The Game of Life Junior
In the Game of Life, kids move around the board in cars and go on fun adventures.
10. No Stress Chess
Teach kids to play chess easily with the help of this simple game.
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4 Party board games for teens
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Teens are into different types of board games from kids - they want them to be harder and more interesting. Thankfully there is a range of party games for teens that cater to this audience perfectly. Some are specifically designed for teens, while others just simply fit the bill fantastically.
11. Times Up!
Everybody loves charades and this game gives the activity a new twist.
12. Say Anything
This funny game will help settle age-old questions.
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13. Dominion
The aim of this exciting deck-building card game is to acquire the best land.
14. Farkle
A super fun and easy dice game that teens will love.
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4 Party board games for adults
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Party games for adults can be easy or hard, depending on the type of game that you're looking for. Take a look at the board games for adults below and you'll be able to find one that your party guests will love playing.
15. Cards Against Humanity
Create entertaining and often dark sentences to see whose is the funniest.
16. Cranium Dark
Use actions to get other players to guess what's on your card.
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17. Bananagrams
This game is super easy because you don't need a pen, paper or board.
18. Cash ’N Guns
Try to stay alive across eight rounds - you'll win if you have the most money at the end.
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4 Christmas party board games
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Christmas is a time when friends and family members of all ages come together. So it can be useful to have some Christmas party games in the cupboard for when guests arrive at this time of year. These games have super fun festive themes to help everyone get into the spirit of the holidays.
19. What Do You Meme?
Perfect for kids and teens, this game is based on creating new memes.
20. Spot It! Holiday
Spot the matching symbol between two cards in this holiday-themed game.
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21. Scotland Yard
Try to catch the criminal mastermind as you travel across London on the board.
22. Die Hard: The Nakatomi Heist
This strategy game is perfect for Die Hard fans - they can play as John McClane or Hans Gruber's thieves.
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Downloadable and Printable List of Party Board Games
Here is a downloadable and printable jpg/pdf list of party board games (right click the image and select Save Image As...):
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How To Pick the Best Board Game
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Picking the most ideal board game to play can seem difficult when there are so many choices. However, asking yourself these simple questions will help you choose the best games easily.
1. Who will be playing?
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Double-checking the attendance list of the party can be helpful in choosing the very best games to play. From the ages of the guests, you'll be able to decide what types of party games you should choose. This is because kids will enjoy different types of games to adults.
2. What's the occasion?
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If you're throwing a Christmas party, it makes sense to choose Christmas themed games that will help people feel festive. If the party is for a birthday, maybe you could choose a game related to the types of things that the birthday guy or girl enjoys.
3. What type of party are you hosting?
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This can be helpful in choosing the most appropriate games. For example, if you are throwing a dinner party, you might like to choose games that can be played at the dinner table once the plates have been cleared. However, if you're having a kids' party, games that have simple rules are usually the best choice.
More Awesome Games
Organizing games to play at parties can be a really rewarding endeavor. To see friends and family members enjoying themselves and having fun can feel like a great achievement. If you're looking for more entertaining games to play, check out the ideas below:
- If you're planning a birthday party, you'll want to make sure that the party guests are having the most fun. These birthday party games are perfect for everyone to play.
- Barbecues and garden parties can be made so much more joyful by incorporating some fun games into the get-together. Keep everyone entertained with these amusing outdoor party games.
- Mine to win it game are quick, easy to play and create laugh-out-loud moments. Choose your favorites from these great minute to win it games.
In Conclusion
Deciding which party board games to pick can be exciting in the run up to a special occasion. Choosing the best games can give you a great sense of satisfaction. Be sure to take a bit of time thinking about which party games your guests will enjoy playing the most.
