The upcoming holiday season usually means people from all over come together to share food, give each other gifts and take part in group activities – like playing board games. With the current Black Friday sales on, it’s a good time to stock up your shelves with some games you haven’t tried yet or ones that you haven’t played in a while.
From the most straightforward and wholesome for the whole family to the most competitive, relationship-testing game, there are plenty to choose from right now, but I’ve narrowed it down to some of my favourites – board games I’d buy with my own money if I didn’t already have them.
If you’re looking for more inspo, our colleagues over at GamesRadar+ compiled a comprehensive list of the best board games that you can get in 2025. At the bottom of the list is a guide to help you choose what board games to get in case you get overwhelmed with options.