Best-Of Lists | Hexagamers

Best-Of List Aug 1, 2026

Every Ticket to Ride Version Ranked (And Which One to Buy First)

Every Ticket to Ride version ranked — standalone boxes, city Express editions, First Journey, Legacy and the map collections, with a clear answer on which to buy first.

Best-Of List Jul 31, 2026

Best Educational Board Games That Kids Actually Want to Play

Educational board games that don't feel like homework. 13 games that teach logic, spatial reasoning, maths and deduction, picked for whether kids ask to play again.

Best-Of List Jul 30, 2026

Best Board Games for 4 Year Olds (Preschooler Picks)

The best board games for 4 year olds and preschoolers: short, no-reading-required picks that survive a losing streak and are fun for adults too.

Best-Of List Jul 29, 2026

Gloomhaven vs Frosthaven: Which Should You Buy?

Gloomhaven or Frosthaven? We compare campaign length, complexity, the outpost phase and price to work out which giant box belongs on your table first.

Best-Of List Jul 28, 2026

Best Gifts for Board Game Players (from Etsy)

41 handmade board game gifts from Etsy: dice trays, modular organizers, meeple jewelry and personalized pieces you can't get anywhere else.

Best-Of List Jul 28, 2026

Ticket to Ride vs Ticket to Ride Europe: Which Should You Buy?

Ticket to Ride or Ticket to Ride Europe? We compare tunnels, ferries, stations, map difficulty and teaching load to help you pick the right box first.

Best-Of List Jul 24, 2026

Best Board Games

The best board games, picked two ways: the ten our group actually plays, and the ten the hobby agrees on, plus a full breakdown of every genre and what makes a game great.

Best-Of List Jul 24, 2026

Best Engine Building Board Games

The best engine building board games of all time — Wingspan, Terraforming Mars, Agricola, Everdell, Scythe and more, with what each engine actually feels like to build.

Best-Of List Jul 22, 2026

Best Pandemic Expansions and Versions (Ranked)

Which Pandemic expansion or version should you actually buy? A ranked guide by what you want out of it: more of the same game, a campaign, or something that feels new.

Best-Of List Jul 22, 2026

Every Pandemic Expansion and Version, Explained

A full rundown of every Pandemic expansion, standalone version, and Legacy season: what each one actually changes, and what we like and don't like about them.

Best-Of List Jul 20, 2026

Best Board Games for 7 Year Olds

The best board games for 7 year olds: real strategy games with light reading, honest losing, and enough depth that the adults at the table actually want to play.

Best-Of List Jul 17, 2026

Best Tabletop War Games

The 10 best tabletop war games, from a 20-minute WWII skirmish to a day-long galactic conquest — with the honest pros and cons of each.

Best-Of List Jun 30, 2026

Best Board Games for Kindergarten

The best board games for kindergarten — cooperative, colourful, no-reading-required games that teach turn-taking and counting while actually being fun.

Best-Of List Jun 30, 2026

Best Board Games for Seniors

The best board games for seniors — readable components, gentle strategy, and games that keep the mind sharp without fiddly rules or tiny pieces.

Best-Of List Jun 30, 2026

Best Family Board Games

The best family board games that actually work with mixed ages at one table — quick to teach, fun for kids and adults, and not a chore to play twice.

Best-Of List Jun 29, 2026

Best Party Board Games in 2026

The best party board games released in the last few years (2023-2026) — the new big-group, high-energy games worth a game night, not the old standbys.

Best-Of List Jun 26, 2026

Best Gateway Board Games in 2026

The best gateway board games released in the last few years (2023-2026) — the new easy-to-learn games for beginners worth teaching, not the old standbys.

Best-Of List Jun 26, 2026

Best Solo Board Games in 2026

The best solo board games released in the last few years (2023-2026) — the new one-player games and great solo modes worth your table, not the old standbys.

Best-Of List Jun 25, 2026

Best Two-Player Board Games in 2026

The best two-player board games released in the last few years (2023-2026) — the new games worth a date night or a head-to-head, not the same old classics.

Best-Of List Jun 23, 2026

Best Social Deduction Board Games in 2026

The best social deduction board games released in the last few years (2023-2026) — the new hidden-role and bluffing games worth a game night, not the old standbys.

Best-Of List Jun 23, 2026

Best Worker Placement Board Games in 2026

The best worker placement board games released in the last few years (2023-2026) — the new heavy euros worth clearing space for, not the old standbys.

Best-Of List Jun 22, 2026

Best Board Games for Camping

The best board games for camping — small, fast, packable games that survive a picnic table, a tent, and a few drinks around the fire.

Best-Of List Jun 20, 2026

Best Card Drafting Board Games in 2026

The best card drafting board games of the last few years (2023-2026) — the new pick-and-pass and open-drafting hits, not the 7 Wonders-era classics.

Best-Of List Jun 19, 2026

Best Cooperative Board Games in 2026

The best cooperative board games released in the last few years (2023-2026) — what's actually new in co-op, not the same old classics.

Best-Of List Jun 18, 2026

The Best Board Games for 8 Players

Eight players kills most board games dead. Here are ten that don't just tolerate the crowd — they need it to work.

Best-Of List Jun 18, 2026

Best Deck Building Board Games in 2026

The best deck building board games of the last few years (2023-2026) — the new releases reshaping the genre, not the old Dominion-era classics.

Best-Of List Jun 16, 2026

Best Board Games Under $30 (That Are Actually Worth Buying)

The best board games under $30 — ten genuinely great picks that won't blow your budget but will get played over and over.

Best-Of List Jun 12, 2026

Best Zombie Board Games (Survival, Co-op & Backstabbing)

Our pick of the best zombie board games, from tense co-op survival to backstabbing betrayal and quick brain-eating dice fillers.

Best-Of List Jun 9, 2026

Best Monopoly Versions — 10 Editions Worth Buying (And a Few to Skip)

How many Monopoly versions are there? Over 1,000 — but only a handful are worth owning. Here are the 10 best Monopoly editions, from the fastest 10-minute version to the best for cheaters.

Best-Of List Jun 8, 2026

Best Games Like Secret Hitler

Loved the political bluffing and group accusations in Secret Hitler? Here are 7 games that scratch the same itch — some lighter, some sharper, all built for chaos.

Best-Of List Jun 5, 2026

The Best Board Games for 6 Players

Six players is the count that breaks most games — here are ten that don't just survive it, they're actually better for it.

Best-Of List Jun 4, 2026

Best Board Games for Non-Gamers

Ten board games that actually work with people who think they hate board games — easy to learn, fun within minutes, and no board game experience required.

Best-Of List May 29, 2026

Best Micro Games (Pocket Games)

The best micro games — wallet games, Oink boxes, and tiny-footprint designs that pack a full game night into something you can carry in a pocket.

Best-Of List May 28, 2026

Best Bluffing Board Games

The best bluffing board games reward lying well and reading people — here are our top picks for every group size and experience level.

Best-Of List May 28, 2026

Best Board Games for 3 Players (That Actually Work at Three)

Three players is a weird spot — too many for head-to-head, too few for big group games. These are the games that genuinely shine at exactly three.

Best-Of List May 28, 2026

Best Dexterity Board Games

The best dexterity board games ranked — from flicking and stacking to magnet hockey and penguin racing. Our top picks for every group and skill level.

Best-Of List May 25, 2026

Best Board Games for Couples (That You'll Actually Want to Play Again)

The best board games for couples — from quick fillers to deep strategy nights — with honest picks your partner will actually want to play again.

Best-Of List May 25, 2026

10 Board Games Similar to Catan (That You'll Actually Want to Play Next)

Loved Catan but ready for something new? These 10 games scratch the same itch — resource gathering, territorial tension, and big decisions.

Best-Of List May 22, 2026

The Best Board Games for 4 Players

Four players is the sweet spot for most games — here are ten titles that don't just work at that count, they're genuinely best at it.

Best-Of List Jan 18, 2019

Best Party Board Games 2019 – Games You Can Play To Get That Party Going

Party games that beat Catch Phrase and Taboo at their own game. Our favourite crowd-pleasers for big groups, each with an honest review and player counts.

Best-Of List Aug 13, 2018

Cultural-Themed Board Games: Asia

The best Asian-themed board games — Tokaido, Hanamikoji, Takenoko, Lanterns, Sushi Go and more. Beautiful games steeped in the art and culture of Asia.

Best-Of List Mar 14, 2018

Best Settlers of Catan Expansions (Ranked and Reviewed)

Already love Catan but feel like the base game has run its course? Here's our honest rundown of every major Catan expansion and which ones are actually worth buying.

Best-Of List Feb 9, 2018

Best Board Games for Adults

The best board games for adults — date nights, dinner parties and grown-up game nights. Risqué party games, couples games and group favourites, with player counts.

Best-Of List Dec 7, 2017

25 Games Under $25

25 board games you can buy for under $25 — Patchwork, Love Letter, Sushi Go!, Codenames and more. Great picks for gift exchanges, birthdays and stocking stuffers.

Best-Of List Oct 17, 2017

Board Game-Related Gifts (That Aren’t Board Games) — 2017

Gift ideas for board game lovers who already own the games: accessories, storage, playmats, and tabletop-themed extras that make better presents.

Best-Of List Oct 16, 2017

Best Murder Mystery Party Companies

We compared the top murder mystery party companies — Night of Mystery, My Mystery Party, Shot in the Dark and more. Scripted vs unscripted, pricing, group size.

Best-Of List Oct 12, 2017

Best Board Games for Christmas Gifts

Our board game Christmas gift guide, sorted by who you're buying for — party games, kids' games, two-player picks, co-ops and games that make you think.

Best-Of List Sep 14, 2017

Best Social Deduction Board Games

The best social deduction board games — hidden roles, bluffing and betrayal. If you love Secret Hitler or Avalon, here's what to play next, with player counts.

Best-Of List Aug 29, 2017

Best Board Game Podcasts You Should Be Listening To – 2017

Do you listen to everything from how to better your life to bio-hacking your body and everything in between?

board-game-cafes Aug 25, 2017

Edmonton Board Game Cafes

Every board game cafe in Edmonton, compared — Board N Brew, Gamers' Lodge, Hexagon, Table Top Cafe and more. Library size, food, fees and which one to pick.

Best-Of List Aug 15, 2017

Catan Vs Ticket To Ride: Which Game Should You Buy?

Catan vs Ticket to Ride — which should you buy? We compare difficulty, player interaction, play time and replay value to help you pick the right one.

escape-rooms Aug 8, 2017

Best Edmonton Escape Rooms and Companies

The best escape rooms in Edmonton, ranked and reviewed — The Heist, Nightfall, Division 37 and more, with the companies running them, difficulty and group size.

Best-Of List Jul 6, 2017

Best Worker Placement Board Games (with Reviews)

The ten best worker placement board games, reviewed — Lords of Waterdeep, Agricola, Caverna, Caylus, Tzolk'in, Stone Age, Le Havre and more, ranked in order.

Best-Of List Jun 10, 2017

Best (Settlers of) Catan Gifts

The best Catan gifts for the Settlers fan in your life — t-shirts, wall art, socks, coasters, pillows and more. Handpicked gift ideas beyond another expansion.

Best-Of List May 31, 2017

Best Custom (Settlers of) Catan Game Boards

The best custom Catan boards and pieces we could find — handmade wooden sets, 3D terrain, resin tiles and upgraded resource pieces, with credit to their makers.

Best-Of List May 20, 2017

Best Two Player Board Games 2017 (with Reviews)

The best 2 player board games, reviewed and compared — 7 Wonders Duel, Patchwork, Hive, Splendor, Carcassonne and more. Games built for two, not scaled down.

Best-Of List May 10, 2017

Best Card Drafting Board Games (with Reviews)

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Best-Of List Apr 26, 2017

Best Board Games for Teens

The best board games for teens that actually hold their attention — social, strategic, and fast enough to compete with a phone.

Best-Of List Apr 26, 2017

Best Gateway Board Games For Beginners (With Reviews) 2017

The ten best gateway board games for beginners, reviewed — Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Pandemic, Sushi Go and more, with what each one teaches you.

Best-Of List Apr 10, 2017

Best Board Games for 2 Year Olds — 6 Toddler Games That Actually Work

The 6 best board games for 2 year olds, tested by parents — cooperative, no reading required, no choking hazards. Which to buy first and what each one teaches.

Best-Of List Mar 30, 2017

Best Board Games For 3 Year Olds (With Reviews)

The best board games for 3 year olds, reviewed by parents — Hoot Owl Hoot, Zingo, Count Your Chickens, Candy Land and Hi Ho Cherry-O, and why each works.

Best-Of List Mar 25, 2017

Top Rated Board Games That Teach Math Skills

Five board games that teach math skills without feeling like homework — Rummikub, Qwirkle, Sum Swamp, Sequence Num6ers and Cashflow For Kids, each reviewed.

Best-Of List Mar 1, 2017

Best One Player (Solo) Board Games (With Reviews) – Games You Can Play By Yourself

The best solo board games you can play by yourself — Mage Knight, Robinson Crusoe, Friday, Eldritch Horror and more, with reviews and a comparison table.

Best-Of List Feb 21, 2017

Best Cooperative Board Games (With Reviews)

Cooperative Board Games! One of our favorite categories!

Best-Of List Feb 18, 2017

Best Deck Building Board Games (With Reviews)

The best deck building board games, reviewed — Dominion, Star Realms, Clank!, Ascension, Legendary, Friday and more, with what makes each deck feel different.

Best-Of List Jan 15, 2017

Board Games That Play Better as Four Player Games.

Four players is the sweet spot for most game nights. Here are the titles that seem to work better as four player games than two or three player games., and generally are just games worth buying.