Ghostbusters: The Board Game

Compiled from a combination of the cartoon, comic books, films and toy lines, the Ghostbusters: The Board Game by Cryptozoic Entertainment is a game that follows the original Ghostbusters backstory that leads up to the game, written by the Ghostbusters comic book’s writer and illustrator. The maps on the game are made using double-sided tiles and come with park imagery and street looks. There are guidelines for customizing the game using your imagination to create your own scenarios to play through as popular Ghostbusters characters like Ray Stantz, Peter Venkman, Egon Spengler and many other personalities.Number of players:1-4
Recommended ages:8+
Estimated playtime:30-120 minutes

BioShock Infinite: The Siege of Columbia

Based on the video game, BioShock Infinite: The Siege of Columbia by Plaid Hat is set in the city of Columbia, including all of the well-known players and the unique atmosphere. The board game follows the same series of events from the game, allowing players to assume roles of the Vox Populi and Founders factions who both aim to seize control of Columbia. Get points for claiming different territories and accomplishing unique goals while combating Booker, influencing Elizabeth and fighting off those who oppose you. This game is for two to four players and takes around 60 to 90 minutes to play.Number of players:2 or 4
Recommended ages:13+
Estimated playtime:60-90 minutes

Rick and Morty: Total Rickall

Based on the popular Adult Swim Rick and Morty Total Rickall Cooperative Card Game by Cryptozoic Entertainment, Rick has locked the family inside of their own house. Parasites pretending to the family have made their way into the home and convinced everyone they are real. You have to figure out which of these strange characters are actually parasites to save the real family inside. This is a cooperative style game that mirrors the TV episode of the same name. It takes around 20 to 30 minutes to complete and is for two to six players.Number of players:2-5
Recommended ages:12+
Estimated playtime:20-30 minutes

The Hobbit Board Game

Based on the book and film of the same name, The Hobbit by Fantasy Flight Games is a board game that is entirely different from the 2001 edition of the same name. In this board game, you play as the Dwarf companions of Bilbo Baggins. Together, you will guide the hobbit on this adventure to get Smaug’s treasure as his own. The game involves dice rolling and strategic building in order to complete it. The outstanding art that is featured in this beautiful and expansive game is done by the famous and talented Tolkien artist, John Howe.Number of players:2-5
Recommended ages:8+
Estimated playtime:30-45 minutes

The Oregon Trail Card Game

For many people, one of their first memories of playing a video game or using a computer in school is playing the classic game, The Oregon Trail. This game is nostalgic in that way, and for those who want to relive their early gaming years, The Oregon Trail Card Game by Pressman Toy is for you. This game follows the classic style of Oregon Trail in a cooperative style that moves players along the trail, playing Supply Cards to survive the obstacles waiting ahead. This game is intended for 2 to 6 players ages 12 and up and will take around 30 minutes or less to play.Number of players:2-6
Recommended ages:12+
Estimated playtime:30 minutes

Tiny Epic Kingdoms

Tiny Epic Kingdoms by Gamelyn Games by Gamelyn Games puts players in the game as rulers who will either come out as supreme leader or crack under the immense pressure. Players explore factions, lands and expanding kingdoms to exploit resources and kill anyone who stands in your way, each player working against the others to come out on top. This engaging game features 16 unique territories and 13 themed factions to ensure endless replay value and that no two games will ever be alike. This game is designed for two to five players.Number of players:2-5
Recommended ages:14+
Estimated playtime:30 minutes

Suburbia

Suburbia by Bezier Games is a game where players design, build and develop their own small towns into major cities. Building tiles let you add in residential, civic, commercial and industrial areas along with unique points of interest to help you grow your city using resources from nearby towns. While your town grows, you will build upon both your reputation and your income levels. You’ll gain a bigger population with a better reputation which will help you to win the game, as you need the highest population to be victorious. This game is designed for one to four players.Number of players:1-4
Recommended ages:13+
Estimated playtime:90-120 minutes

Tiny Epic Galaxies

Tiny Epic Galaxies by Gamelyn Games puts its one to five players in a high strategy game that leads them on a pursuit to become the colonizers of some of the most desired planets in space. This game has low downtime rates, a simple learning curve and features seven detailed dice that help you accomplish different actions. Play off of and against the decisions of other players to be the first to colonize these sought-after planets. Perfect for ages 14 and over, this sci-fi game takes around 30 minutes to complete and win.Number of players:1-5
Recommended ages:13+
Estimated playtime:30 minutes

Thebes

When you play the Thebes by Rio Grande Games, you are playing with a group of archeologists who are traveling through European countries in an effort to gain assistants, equipment, knowledge of the area and more. You will be excavating historical sites in different regions including Egypt, Palestine, Crete, Greece and Mesopotamia. Manage your time since each action takes anywhere from one to ten weeks, and the game lasts for around three years. Don’t spend too much time preparing or you will have nothing left to dig up and explore as the game progresses.Number of players:2-4
Recommended ages:10+
Estimated playtime:60-90 minutes