Ethan Walker

I have hosted more game nights than I can count, and the one thing that consistently saves a party from awkward silence is a great question and answer game. Whether you are trying to break the ice with new friends, get the family laughing together, or just keep a group entertained for hours, the right … Read more

Catan opened the door to modern board gaming for millions of people, but after your 200th game of trading brick for ore, you might be ready for something fresh. Our team has spent the last several months playing through dozens of strategy board games to find the absolute best games like Catan for . We … Read more

I have played Exploding Kittens more times than I can count. It is the card game that pulled millions of people into modern tabletop gaming with its killer whale art, chaotic reversals, and 15-minute rounds. But after your 200th match, even the best card games start to feel predictable. That is exactly why I went … Read more

Codenames has sold over 16 million copies since its release, and if you are reading this, you probably understand why. The one-word clue mechanic, the tension of avoiding the assassin card, the thrill when your teammate guesses the right word from a clever connection. It is one of those rare party games that works with … Read more

If you fell in love with Wingspan the way our team did, you are probably searching for that same magical mix of strategy, beautiful artwork, and satisfying engine-building gameplay. Wingspan changed the board game world when it arrived, proving that a game about birds could become a must-play hit for both casual and serious gamers. … Read more

If you have played Ticket to Ride enough times that every route feels familiar, you are probably searching for something fresh. The best games like Ticket to Ride capture that same magic of simple rules, satisfying decisions, and a playtime that fits a weeknight. After testing dozens of board games over the past year, our … Read more

If you love building words from letter tiles but feel like your game shelf needs fresh energy, you are in the right place. Our team has spent months testing word board games of every shape and size to bring you this lineup of the best games like Scrabble. Whether you want something fast-paced for a … Read more

Clue has been a fixture on family game night tables since 1949, and there is something timeless about narrowing down suspects, weapons, and rooms through careful deduction. But after your hundredth game of Colonel Mustard in the library with the candlestick, even the most loyal fans start craving something fresh. The good news is that … Read more

We have all been there. Someone suggests Monopoly for family game night, and three hours later half the table is bored, one person is bankrupt, and nobody is having fun anymore. Monopoly has earned its reputation for dragging on, rewarding luck over strategy, and testing relationships in ways no game should. The good news is … Read more

Cards Against Humanity changed the party game landscape when it launched, but let’s be honest: after your hundredth round, the same shock-humor combos start feeling predictable. I have been there, staring at a white card I have played a dozen times, willing it to land differently. Our team spent months testing party games at weekly … Read more