Best board games 2023: The top games for families and adults
Fancy a change from Monopoly? Try something new with our roundup of the best games for any occasion
Tabletop games are great for passing the time and the best board games can bring your family and friends together like nothing else. Board games have seen something of a revolution in recent years. They’re more popular now than they have ever been, and with the flurry of new games hitting our living room tables over the past few years, it's not hard to see why. There's a whole world beyond Monopoly and Scrabble – board games are back and there has never been a better time to explore what's on offer.
We’ve taken our pick of the finest family-friendly and adult-oriented board games out there, covering every genre from strategy and puzzle to mystery and military. So grab your kids, friends or co-workers and prepare to spend a few hours dabbling with some social gaming fun. Build empires, flex your investigative muscles, concoct complex schemes or just have silly laughs – there’s something here for everybody.
If you're really not sure what type of board game to go for, check out our bite-sized buying guide at the end of this article, where we'll answer all the key questions you might have. Otherwise, go ahead and dive into our roundup of the best board games for all ages.
How to choose the best board game for you
I’ve never played a board game before, are these accessible?
Absolutely! Some games can seem daunting when you unpack them, but don’t be deterred. Pretty much all games these days provide rules that are designed to be as simple as possible, and you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how easy they are to pick up. If you are finding it difficult to wrap your head around a particular game, you’ll find plenty of help online – such as instructional videos from other players – that will help you work through the rules of gameplay. Read More…