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Beginner Games
Stepping into the world of board games can be both exciting and a bit overwhelming, especially with the vast array of options available. Whether you're new to gaming or looking to introduce friends and family to the hobby, this collection of beginner-friendly board games is the perfect starting point.
We've handpicked games that are easy to learn, quick to play, and offer a variety of experiences—from strategy and cooperation to creativity and fun. Get ready to roll the dice, draw some cards, and dive into the joy of tabletop gaming!
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Cobra Paw
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 5 - 15 min
Fireball Island: The Curse of Vul-Kar
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 45 - 60 min
Fire In The Hole
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 15 - 40 min
Kingdomino
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 15 - 25 min
Ca$h 'n Guns: Second Edition
Easy · 4 - 8 players · 30 min
King of New York
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 40 min
One Night Ultimate Alien
Easy · 4 - 10 players · 10 min
One Night Ultimate Werewolf
Easy · 3 - 10 players · 10 min
Cards Against Humanity
Easy · 4 - 30 players · 30 min
Monopoly: The Portable Property Trading Game
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 120 min
Rhino Hero
Easy · 2 - 5 players · 5 - 15 min
The Game of Life
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 60 min
The Logo Board Game
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 40 min
Throw Throw Burrito
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 15 min
Bears vs Babies
Easy · 2 - 5 players · 15 - 20 min
Bedpans & Broomsticks
Easy · 2 - 5 players · 30 - 60 min
Camel Up (Second Edition)
Easy · 3 - 8 players · 30 - 45 min
Expansion
Cards Against Humanity: Green Box
Easy · 4 - 30 players · 30 min
Expansion
Cards Against Humanity: Third Expansion
Easy · 4 - 30 players · 30 min
Chronicles of Crime
Easy · 1 - 4 players · 60 - 90 min
Chronicles of Crime: 1400
Easy · 1 - 4 players · 60 - 90 min
Cluedo Junior
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 30 min
Cockroach Poker Royal
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 15 - 25 min
Poetry for Neanderthals
Easy · 2 - 12 players · 15 min
Decrypto
Easy · 3 - 8 players · 15 - 45 min
Dobble Connect
Easy · 2 - 8 players · 15 min
Electronic Whac-a-Mole
Easy · 1 - 2 players · 10 min
Enchanted Forest
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 30 - 60 min
Exploding Kittens
Easy · 2 - 5 players · 15 min
Ghost Castle
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 45 min
Good Cop Bad Cop
Easy · 4 - 8 players · 10 - 20 min
Good Face Bad Face
Easy · 2 - 5 players · 5 - 30 min
Happy Little Dinosaurs
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 30 - 60 min
Hungry Hungry Hippos
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 10 min
It's Bananas!
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 15 min
Pirates of the Caribbean Buccaneer
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 45 min
Ker Plunk
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 20 min
King of Tokyo
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 30 min
Labyrinth Super Mario
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 20 min
Last Defense!
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 20 min
Monopoly: Derbyshire Edition
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 120 min
Monopoly: Marvel Comics
Easy · 0 players · 60 - 180 min
Monopoly: Walking Dead
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 60 - 180 min
Operation
Easy · 1 - 6 players · 10 min
Pop-Up Pirate!
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 20 min
Quoridor Pac-Man
Easy · 2 - 5 players · 15 min
Rapidough
Easy · 4 - 99 players · 30 min
Rolling In It
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 45 - 60 min
Expansion
Saboteur 2
Easy · 2 - 12 players · 45 min
Scotland Yard: The Hunt for Mister X
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 10 - 20 min
Spot the Intro (Board Game Edition)
Easy · 2 players · 30 min
Stop the Train!
Easy · 4 - 6 players · 20 - 30 min
Tension: The Crazy Naming Game
Easy · 4 players · 40 min
The Game of Life Adventure Edition
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 45 min
UNO
Easy · 2 - 10 players · 30 min
Monopoly: Black Panther
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 60 - 90 min
Monopoly: Animal Crossing – New Horizons
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 60 - 0 min
Monopoly: Chelsea Football Club Edition
Easy · 2 - 6 players · 120 min
Kluster Duo
Easy · 1 - 2 players · 10 - 20 min
MLEM: Space Agency
Easy · 2 - 5 players · 30 - 60 min
The Game of Life: Quarter-Life Crisis
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 30 - 45 min
Stomp the Plank
Easy · 2 - 4 players · 15 - 20 min
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