Board game buying answers

Pick the situation that sounds most like yours. Each page is a short list of games that genuinely fit, with how long each one takes to explain and what it costs in United Kingdom (UK) shops right now.

• Board games for 8-year-olds

  Eight board games an 8-year-old can play on equal terms with adults, with the age on the box, how long each takes to teach and checked UK prices.

  8 games · last checked 17 October 2026

• Board games for a family of 4

  Eight board games that play properly with four people, from easy picks for younger kids to ones teenagers and adults will enjoy too. Ages on the box and checked UK prices.

  8 games · last checked 17 October 2026

• Cooperative board games

  Six cooperative board games where everyone plays as one team against the game. Good for families who hate falling out, couples and new players. UK prices checked.

  6 games · last checked 17 October 2026

• Games like Catan: what to play next

  Liked Catan? Five board games with the same ‘build something and outscore your mates’ feel, usually with less arguing over trades. With UK prices.

  5 games · last checked 17 October 2026

• Party board games

  Six party games that are quick to explain and get everyone laughing, from team word games to drawing chaos. Teaching time and checked UK prices.

  6 games · last checked 17 October 2026

• Two-player board games

  Six board games that are made for two or work really well at two: for couples, housemates or a parent and child. Play times and checked UK prices.

  6 games · last checked 17 October 2026