The Best Board Games for Adults

Choosing the right board games for adults can be an adventure in itself. With so many options out there, from classic favorites like Settlers of Catan to modern hits like Codenames, Chess, and Splendor, it’s difficult to meet everyone’s needs. 

Firstly, think about the type of people you are hosting. Do they like banter and laughter, or maybe you want to work together to solve mysteries or artistic types who may like to draw? 

From here, look at the list below and see what captures your attention. Read up and maybe even check out some youtube vidoes and maybe let your friends know in advance what type you are thinking of. I always think it is good to try something different. So if you have friends who think they like strategy games,. Consider starting off with that and then find an easy party game or card game to play after. You never know what you like unless you try lots of different styles. 

My personal favorite board game for adult game night is Cranium, as it has something to cater to all styles: Creative Cat, Data Head, Star Performer, and Word Worm. Great for a laugh or banter, and it can challenge everyone in some way. In teams, you get to pick and choose from your strengths who wants to take on what challenge.