Family Board Game Ideas for Christmas
Great Family Board Game Ideas … and just in time for Christmas too!
Of course, Board Games are not just for Christmas, they are for all-year-round, but one of the best things about Christmas time, is it gives us some serious time-out of our everyday lives and gives us, our family a chance to connect and the one thing our family loves to do is have a proper board-game fueled afternoon or two … Not that we are competitive at all, but Christmas coming is the reason I thought I’d share these board game ideas now!
Obviously, board games bring us all together, creating quality (and sometimes a loud) time together, but for the younger children, it can also bring some educational teachings, which is always an added bonus! So, whether it's gathering around the dining table or huddling on the living room floor, in a world dominated by screens and digital interaction, board games offer a refreshing break that allows us to re-connect once again. So if family board games is not already your thing, then why don’t you give it ago, just watch out for the competitive streak’s within, because it can sometimes get a bit ugly!
*A little tip, make sure all rules are agreed before you start to play! All members of our family love to win, so you can imagine how that sometimes pans out!!
And, if you can’t be bothered to run through our list of recommended family board games, you can see many more options here >>>
No 1: Taskmaster Game
There are a few different versions of this brilliant game, we have one of the older ones and it is full of funny family friendly tasks. I am not sure if the different versions have different tasks, but I know how much we enjoy ours, so definitely worth considering!
Find out more about the different Taskmaster Game options available here >>>
No 2: Yes! No! Game
This is one of our favourite games, but the best way to play is most certainly with a bell to wallop when your family or friends get it wrong! The rules are simple, follow the subjects on the game cards, let your gamers guess what you are talking about, answer without saying “yes” or “no and whoop, whoop you win! Fail and everyone takes great joy at telling you!
This version is ideally for 2-6 players and aged 8 and up, but in all honesty, you can make your own rules up on that!
No 3: Family Judgement Board Game
Suitable for the whole family, from ages 5 and upwards, and can be played with up to 10 people! This is where you get to judge your family members, hold votes against them and they are legally obliged to take whatever you throw at them! In fact, you can even throw judgement at your friends on games night too, so not just for families!
No 4: Cluedo
Who doesn’t love a bit of ‘Who dunnit?’ Cluedo is a huge favourite in our house, so much so, we even own a travel version!
One of the best things about this brilliant board game, is that you can even get themed Cluedo, Oh yes you can!! … You have a choice from classic Cluedo, Harry Potter Cluedo, Batman Cluedo, Scooby-Doo Cluedo, Dungeons and Dragons Cluedo, Dragonball Z Cluedo, 007 Cluedo, even a Killing Eve Cluedo!!! … I know right! And they vary in price, suiting everyone’s budget you can see all these (and more) right here >>>
No 5: Herd Mentality
This game is great for a bigger group of 4-20 players and is suitable for ages 10+. This exciting and educational game is specially designed to entertain kids and adults alike while teaching the importance of individual thinking and critical decision-making. Plus, it is a great insight into how everyone around you thinks … Some thoughts can be hilarious and surprising!!
No 6: Guess Who?
So this board game is more for two players, but equally as fun for older family members as it is for younger children and it is not only brilliant fun, but also has an educational spin on for tactics and understanding. And, to top it off, once again, there are sooo many themed versions of Guess Who? now, you can find not just the classic Guess Who? but also Marvel Guess Who?, Football Guess Who?, Good Dag Guess Who?, Super Mario Guess Who and many more!
Wanna see more? Here is a whole list of themed Guess Who? board games for you to check out!
No 7: Michael McIntyre's The Wheel Board Game
We haven’t played this one ourselves, but by all accounts, it is really good! So, you’re the contestant in a race to complete your own set of seven questions and make it through to the end game, where just one final question stands in the way of victory!
Suitable for families from aged 10 + and for more than 2 players!
No :8: Tipping Point Family Board Game
Based on the popular TV show, Tipping point is a general knowledge game that is suitable for the whole family from age of 3+. We haven’t played this game yet, but think it will be a great addition to our collection and can’t wait to give it a go!
No 9: Top of the Pops Part Game
If you have ever heard a song, then this could be for you! Based on 80’s, 90’s 00’s, this musical quiz, board game is a must for families with older kids. There’s quick fire, there’s charades, there’s kazoo playing, everything you want for a competitive family game!
No 10: Mr and Mrs Family Game
This game tells you how well you know your partner, your family and your friends! Know the tv show? Well, it’s similar to that, but family friendly!! – Suitable for 2 or more players and from 10 years +.
There are so many wonderful board games suitable for family and friends, perfect for Christmas and for your all-year-round game nights. So check out many more games that we found available, which are suitable for a various number of players and for all ages.
Happy gaming everyone!
If you can recommend any brilliant games, suitable for families, that are not listed here, please comment below and we will add them to the list and if you leave your name, we will credit you too! (unless you state otherwise of course!) - (TIA x)