12 creative board games to keep the boredom away this festive season
Selection of board games.
If the dead zone between Christmas and New Year needs some inspiration or you're looking for a New Year's Eve, a board game could be just the thing. Here I've rounded up some creative board games that will be perfect for friends and family of all ages.
From games that need art skills to those that need creative thinking, I've got something for you. And if you order them now, you'll get them just after Christmas. If you want some less structured fun, see my 44 creative ideas to keep kids busy. Or snap up Switch games with up to 58% off.
Hasbro
Cranium 3-In-1 Board Game
A brilliant game in which you can model with playdough, draw, act and more.
USAOPOLY
Hues and Cues Board Game
A colour guessing game.
Plan B Games
Azul Board Game
A mosaic making game.
Ransom Notes
Ransom Notes Party Game
Create creative notes on cue with magnet words.
Monopoly
Monopoly Wicked Edition Board Game
Enjoy the vibrant world of Wicked but with Monopoly.
TeeTurtle
Teeturtle Twisted Cryptids Board Game
Creative thinking will see you win this light strategy game.
DO YOU REALLY KNOW YOUR FAMILY?
Do You Really Know Your Family? Game
Think creatively about your loved ones!
WHAT DO YOU MEME?
What Do You Meme? Family Edition Game
Compete to create the most creative meme/caption creation.
Asmodee
Asmodee Wavelength Board Game
Compete to read each other's minds.
Ravensburger
Ravensburger Horrified Dungeons & Dragons Board Game
Beautiful illustrations abound in this adventure game.
Leder Games
Leder Games Root Board Game
Rule a forest kingdom - role play will help you here!
Mattel
Pictionary Board Game
Best drawings will win out.
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