An article by James Austin

There is no best board game for most people.

Tabletop games encompass a vast variety of mechanics, themes, visual designs, and rules, and each combination can appeal to a different type of person. Luckily, players today are spoiled for choice.

We’ve spent years researching, learning, teaching, and playing more than 150 games to find the best options for different players and situations. We’ve collected the best of the best here, which makes this a perfect place to start if you’re looking for a new game.