It's that time of year once again. Time to gather up everyone's shopping lists and figure out what to get your loved ones for the holidays. Board games are a great gift choice as they can be enjoyed by the whole family and provide hours of fun for countless occasions.
Board games have only gotten more popular with everyone spending so much more time indoors, and there's plenty of different genres to experience from strategy games to party games, and everything in between. Many games can be enjoyed solo, while others are intended for group play. There's nothing like bonding over a great board game.
We've assembled a list of some of the most popular board games below from a variety of different genres so you can easily find the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season.
Top 3 Must-Have Board Game Gifts
These are some of the most popular board games available that are sure to please any fan of tabletop games.
Best Starter Game Gifts
If you're looking to introduce someone to tabletop games, these are some great options to start with.
Best Party Game Gifts
A handful of great games that are better with a group of people.
Best Horror Game Gifts
For fans of spooky games, these horror board games are sure to tickle their fancy.
Best Legacy Game Gifts
Legacy games feature campaigns that stretch across multiple playthroughs and are great for groups.
Best Strategy Game Gifts
These board games are great for those who like to solve puzzles or outsmart their opponents.
More Great Game Gifts
These additional popular board games span multiple genres and are an overall great choice for anyone.
Matthew Adler is a Commerce, Features, Guides, News, Previews, and Reviews writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @MatthewAdler and watch him stream on Twitch.