Board games have been something my kids have been obsessed with the past year. So, it’s no surprise that they are on their wish list for Christmas. Here are some of our favorites that we wanted to share with you in this year’s board game guide 2021!
Hungry Hippos Launcher
The Hungry Hungry Hippos Launchers game is a flippin’ fast feeding frenzy as players launch plastic watermelons directly into their hippo’s mouth. The motorized game unit has the hippos opening and closing their mouths while players continue to fling the melons, hoping to land the most shots. It’s fun for kids to press and release the melons from the launcher, and watch each swallowed watermelon roll back down into the scorecard ramp.
Cost: $24.99
Ages: 4+
Where to buy: Amazon, Toys R Us, Walmart
Game Of Life Super Mario
In The Game of Life: Super Mario Edition board game, players choose to play as Mario, Luigi, Peach, or Yoshi, journeying through the Mushroom Kingdom, and finally spinning to win in a battle against Bowser! They move around the looping paths of the gameboard as they collect coins, power up with items and Companions, and play fun minigames along the way such as Rock Paper Scissors, Thumb Wars, and Spin-Offs.
Cost: $42.99
Ages: 8+
Where to buy: Amazon, Toys R Us, Walmart
CATAN – Junior
CATAN – Junior introduces a modified playing style of the classic game, giving younger players the opportunity to experience the world of CATAN. It is a perfect introduction to the CATAN series of games for kids and families. Simplified building rules, child-oriented trading, and a more innocuous robber equivalent called the “Ghost Captain” provide access to the world of CATAN games.
Cost: $43.99
Ages: 6+
Where to buy: Amazon, Toys R Us, Walmart, Chapters/Indigo, Mastermind Toys
Ticket to Ride – First Journey
Players of all ages can now venture across America by train in Ticket to Ride: First Journey. With a new map and simplified rules, First Journey is the perfect way to introduce young players to the game of cross-country travel. Just like in Ticket to Ride, players collect train cards, claim routes, and try to connect cities coast-to-coast. Climb aboard, young travellers, your First Journey awaits!
Cost: $49.99
Ages: 6+
Where to buy: Amazon, Chapters/Indigo
The Mysterious Magical Lake
Off we go! The three magicians Conrad, Mila and Vicky dash out of the dark, gloomy Castle Ravenrock to escape the mean sorcerer Ravenhorst. The three of them take themselves off to the mysterious castle lake. Yet, what is going on? As if by magic, Conrad, Mila and Vicky are continually restrained or even sent back towards the castle… Working together, turn over the right cards to free the three magicians from the strange spell. For it is only by working as a team that, step by step, you will reach the safety of the shore and escape Ravenhorst!
Cost: $39.99
Ages: 5+
Where to buy: Amazon, Walmart
7 Wonders – Architect
Build a Wonder of the Ancient World in a fast and accessible game for the entire family! In 7 Wonders – Architects, a fast & dynamic strategy game, you are building one of the greatest wonders of the ancient world to leave your mark in history. With the high quality and practical components included, will you be the one to create the most memorable and beautiful wonder that will leave the world in awe for centuries to come?
Cost: $59.99
Ages: 8+
Where to buy: Amazon, Asmodee
The Best Friend Game
The Best Friend Game is a party game where you compare answers to your friends, like the Newlywed Game – but for friends. Take turns quizzing each other with 250 questions to draw from, using dry-erase answer boards to hide your answers and find out: how well do you really know your best friends?
Cost: $24.99
Ages: 14+
Where to buy: Amazon, Chapters/Indigo
My First Carcassonne
The streets of Carcassonne are filled with kids; the city has never been so alive! This version of the modern classic, Carcassonne, has been adapted to allow players of all ages to play together. Each turn, players place a tile to build the city. When they close a street with one or more kids of their color, they get to put their pawn on the board. The first to place all their pawns wins!
Cost: $46.99
Ages: 4+
Where to buy: Amazon, Chapters/Indigo
Ramen Fury
The use-your-noodle card game! Rush to prepare and slurp up delicious bowls of ramen filled with tasty ingredients. Collect combos of cards to score for different recipes while adding garnishes to boost your points. At the same time, watch out as other players throw spicy chili peppers your way or swipe foods right from your bowls! It’s “take that” fun that will have you calling for takeout!
Cost: $14.99
Ages: 8+
Where to buy: Amazon, Chapters/Indigo, Toys R Us, Walmart
Chompin’ Charlie
Introducing the cutest critter on this side of the woods – Chompin’ Charlie. Charlie is always hungry and sometimes he eats more than he can handle! Feed him acorns and watch his expression change… can he hold all of them? At any moment acorns will come flying out! Be the first to fill up your acorn stash to win. Adorable components and battery-free play allows for kid powered fun.
Cost: $36.74
Ages: 4+
Where to buy: Amazon
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza
This is the social card game that is going to change your game night forever This addictive game is as unique as its name It’s a power packed quick and simple party game Race against each other to SLAP a match between a card and spoken word But – watch out! – your mind will play tricks on you This game was engineered for maximum fun Enjoy!
Cost: $14.99
Ages: 8+
Where to buy: Amazon, Chapters, Walmart
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