Board Games by Type
Board Games by Type offer something for everyone in the family, with a wide variety of styles—from simple matching games to strategy adventures—and themes that range from Disney characters to silly zombies. You name it, and I am sure there is a game out there for you.
So how do you know where to start? You can go by interest or have a good think about what you like. Are you into strategy, or do you want a collaborative family time? Then look at the time, age rating, and what the board game is about. Whether you love fast card games, rolling dice, solving mysteries, or working together as a team—we are aiming to cover them all.
Below is a list of some of the common types of board games or card games we have recommended so far. Keep coming back as we are constantly updating our pages.
My favourite type of game at present. Because they are generally quick and easy to learn, and you can take them anywhere and pretty much play anywhere.
- Saucy Grannies – Light, silly, and strategic fun in a race to make the best sauce.
- Monopoly Deal – A fast-paced twist on the classic, great for teens and parents.
- Skull Card Game – A card bluffing game where players try to outwit each other.
I love a good dice game, as it brings the element of luck to game. Again, these can be easy to play and easy to learn. And it’s a different kind of interaction with a game.
- Qwixx – A simple, addictive number game for all ages.
- Sushi Roll – A dice drafting version of Sushi Go! with great replay value.
- Yahtzee—it’s been around for ages, but its kind of one of those games that should always be in the game cupboard.
Take your time, plan your moves, and outwit your opponents. These games are perfect for older kids, teens, and adults who love a bit more of a challenging game.
- Hive – Chess-like but fast and bug-themed (and no board required!).
- Ticket to Ride – Build train routes across the country while blocking your rivals.
- Azul – Each game is unique and you are constantly forward planning with these beautiful tile-laying game.
Solo board games are perfect for busy parents, teens, or anyone with unpredictable routines. You can pause, restart, or dive deep into the game whenever you have time. It also provides mental stimulation and relaxation after a busy day. Single person games also have a variety of types of board games, from strategy to puzzles or storytelling.
- Everdell – A whimsical village of critters.
- Solo Articles Blog here – Arkham Horrors, Mage Knight etc
- Best Single Player Games—Onirim, Friday and Sprawlopolis plus more
Team up instead of facing off. These games are great for building teamwork and handling tension together. Cooperative games are very popular as they add a unique dimension of working together to achieve an outcome. There are lots of interactions in these these cooperative board games and they are great for families.
- Just One – Guess the word with one-word clues, but don’t match others.
- Forbidden Island – Work together to recover treasures before the island sinks.
- The Mind – place cards from 1 to 100 without talking.
Great for big groups, holidays, or teens who love bluffing and secret roles. That sums it up, plus lots of finger pointing and analysis of people…”why are you so quiet?”, “did you tell the truth in the first round” etc.
Top picks:
- Gathering of the Wicked – Disney villains play Werewolf-style deduction.
- Time Bomb – Sherlock vs. Moriarty in a fast, tense game of wire-cutting deception.
- Coup – Lie, bluff, and eliminate your way to power.
Fun games that sneak in learning—like reading, math, memory, and logic.
Smart choices for younger kids:
- The Ladybug Game – Helps with reading and counting in a cute story-based format.
- Sum Swamp – Roll, count, and subtract your way through the swamp.
- Outfoxed! – A whodunit mystery game that builds deduction and memory.
Two-player board games are designed specifically (or work exceptionally well) for exactly two players. They’re built to create balanced, competitive (or cooperative) gameplay without needing larger groups.
Great for quality time with dear friends or family or maybe date night.
- SkyTeam
- Splendor Duel
- Sequence
- Harmonies
We are competing against screens, but here are some of our favorite and tested board games for teenagers that they actually come out of their rooms to play.
- Just One – Cooperative Game
- Smart A** -Trivia Party Game
- Bamboozled – Wacky Challenges
- I Should Have Known That – Fast Paced Trivia Game