Whether it was fighting hordes of orcs keep Middle-earth safe, plumbing the ocean depths, stalking an alien nest, or squabbling over an empty throne, it’s been one hell of a year for board games. Actually, the shelves are creaking under the weight of new favorites.
With so many board games setting the community alight in 2025, we wanted to doff our proverbial cap to a few now that the year is nearly through. These entries gave the best board games a run for their money, and some might even go down as modern classics. That’s why we’ve dragged our expert reviewers away from their mulled wine and mince pies to celebrate the games which really wowed us this year – along with why they’re worth adding to your collection, if you haven’t tried them already.
What was your favorite board game of 2025? Were you able to try the choices listed here, and will they be going on your wishlist for next year? Let us know in the comments!
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