I went looking for 4 fun board games for the whole family. I came across all kinds of new and now also popular games that I would like to share with you. Suitable for young and old, a guarantee for lots of fun and entertainment.
In case you missed it, these are the toy trends 2020. It's not surprising that these include puzzles and games. Due to all the measures, we are at home more than ever. So it's time to look for other ways to entertain the family. Children in particular can get bored quickly if you have to stay at home for whatever reason. Fortunately, there are plenty of fun games that you can play with your family. Ideal to spend the long evenings with lots of fun. Tip:buy a few games for the holidays and give them to your children as gifts.
Here at home we have sort of rediscovered games. Currently, Yahtzee and Rummikub are favorites. But I'm also always open to discovering new games. When I received a mystery box with all kinds of games for the whole family, I was immediately enthusiastic. Curious about the contents of this box? Watch the unboxing of it in the video below:
You can of course opt for classic games such as Mens Worger Je Niet, Yahtzee or, for example, checkers or chess. Board games such as memory for the smaller children and Monopoly (for young and old) continue to do well. Or you choose new games to discover together what you like.
Countless new games are launched every year. This is also reflected in the Toys of the Year election. Last year, for example, the card game Exploding Kittens and Wingspan were nominated for these elections. Many companies try their best to stand out with games that are challenging, funny or even educational. Which game you choose depends entirely on your own wishes, the age of the children and your own preference. For small children I personally recommend cooperative games. For older children it is especially important to ensure that they do not get bored and that a game is preferably either exciting or very hilarious.
Various versions of the Ticket to ride game are available, also for young children. The game is very popular this year, not least because the game has endless expansion possibilities. We have the Ticket to ride Amsterdam game.
A game that takes you back to the Amsterdam of the 17 e century. You become a trader and must claim the most lucrative trade routes as quickly as possible. The game lasts a maximum of 15 minutes which makes it attractive for the whole family. Ideal if your child cannot concentrate for too long.
Especially for children you have Ticket to ride my first journey.
Most teenagers really enjoy playing an escape room game. Not surprising of course, it is also very exciting to see if you have found the solution before the time is up. Various variants have been launched on the market, again completely adapted to the age of the children.
We have the game Unlock escape adventure. It's always exciting to see if you manage to escape from a room within 60 minutes. The game comes with a free app to make it even more exciting and fun for teenagers.
A fun game suitable for children from 6 years old is the game Dobble. This game is also suitable for a larger family (up to 8 players can participate). The maximum playing time is 15 minutes. Perfect for the younger participants. A combination of agility (speed) and concentration is indispensable for the game. All players play at the same time, which quickly ends the game. Perfect if you have a games afternoon planned and want to play more than one game. So you don't sit at the table for hours just like with Monopoly 😊
Do you love games where hilarity is number 1? Then I can recommend the game Give a Hint. You play this game with at least 4 players, where you have to play together in teams. You have to guess a concept by drawing, portraying, talking or humming. Of course there is a catch:you not only have 90 seconds, you also have forbidden concepts.
This game is an absolute must for older teenagers. Also fun to play against the kids as parents (they are forced to work together in a fun way). You might even consider playing this game remotely with each other or rather against each other. Together and yet enough distance. Gift idea for Christmas!
Of course there are many more games to be found. I once made a top 10 board games with many more fun (classic) board games. The most important thing about playing is not only winning, but above all having fun. Put some treats on the table, put the phones aside and focus completely on the game with your children. Maybe some nice music in the background and you will get through the holidays with a lot of fun.
What is your favorite board game for the whole family?
