Put away the electronics and get together to play some good old fashioned board games. Whatever your gaming preference, you’re bound to have some great times. We’ve curated a list of popular custom board games that cover all the popular categories.
1. Clue
Clue is a suspenseful murder mystery game that turns everyone into a detective. A murder has occurred in Boddy Mansion, and it’s up to you to find the culprit. There are only six suspects, and you’re one of them. Move your game pieces around the mansion’s rooms and secret passages depicted on the game board in search of clues. Who murdered poor Mr. Boddy? With what weapon? Where did the deed take place? The more clues you uncover, the closer you get to narrowing down the many possible answers to these questions. It’s a race against other players to be the first to piece together all the pieces of the mystery. No matter your age, there’s always a thrill when you finally solve the case.
2. The Game of Life
We remember playing this game as kids and dreaming about all the possibilities (and responsibilities) of adulthood. College, marriage, kids, insurance! In this classic popular custom board games, each player receives a plastic car that can be moved around the game board, representing the various stages of life, from choosing a college to enjoying a sweet retirement. The premise of the game is to make smart decisions throughout life and ultimately be the first player to retire with the most money. This is a great game for kids to learn life lessons in an approachable way, and it is sure to spark some great conversations when played with the whole family.
3. Candy Land
The sweet game of Candy Land evokes fond memories of our childhood. This whimsical board game features landmarks such as Peppermint Forest and Rubber Mountain. There are also colorful characters such as Mr. Peppermint and Princess Frost. The premise of Candy Land is simple, making it a game that even the youngest family members can enjoy. King Kandy is lost, and players are scrambling to find him. Players take turns drawing cards from a pile of cards that tell them where to go on the board. The cards indicate the next move by the color of the square or the picture of the landmark. The first player to reach the end of the board and find King Kandy wins.
