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Board games come in all shapes and sizes and are great gifts to give to friends and family every winter season. Here is Siliconera’s 2023 Board Game Holiday Gift Guide.
Board Games that make a great Holiday Gift for anyone
To make a great board game that all ages and skill levels can enjoy, we believe it must be easily playable and easily taught. Plus, it should still appeal to the more advanced tabletop enthusiasts.
That way, it will save them from having to take an hour to explain a complex set of rules to first-timers. It should be simple to grasp and even pick up a few strategies. Here’s what we came up with.
- Azul – $39.99
- Coup – $13.99
- Dungeon Mayhem – $14.99
- Happy Little Dinosaurs – $20
- Kabuto Sumo – $44
- King of Tokyo – $44.99
- Let’s Summon Demons – $19.99
- Monikers – $29.99
- Skull – $19.99
- Spots – $24.99
- The Chameleon – $20
Board Games that make a great Holiday Gift for more advanced or niche players
This list is for those giftees whom you know love to get really into a good board game. They’re hobbyists; they love a challenge and are always looking to play with someone who can put up a fight. They’re also always looking for the thrill of someone almost beating them.
If your giftee is someone like this, this is the guide for you. Since these typically are more complex and come with many pieces, be warned that these board games will tend to run a little more on the expensive side. However, the replayability they offer your board game enthusiast giftee will make them worth your penny.
- Clank! – $65
- Everdell Complete Collection – $225
- Oath: Chronicles of Empire and Exile – $120
- Pandemic – $35.99
- Root – $60
- Wingspan – $55
Fun Board Game accessories
Dice Trays:
When it comes to novelties board game enthusiasts will appreciate, a dice tray is a good bet. Nobody likes having to pick up dice and game pieces after they fly everywhere following a particularly intense gaming session.
A quality dice tray could help eliminate these stressors. Plus, they can be commissioned by an artist you love, so you’re both supporting a small business as well as getting a custom, thoughtful gift prepared that aligns with your giftee’s tastes and will show you really care. Foldable versions are available as well, so they can be stored easily.
Board Game Mats:
If you know your giftee would appreciate a practical and aesthetically pleasing accessory for their tabletop gaming hobby, consider picking up a board game mat for them. These are comfortable and come in many different colors and styles, so you can tailor your choice to your giftee’s preferences. Since they are more soft than a hard surface, having a board game mat will make it easier to pick up cards from.
