Ho, ho, ho! Merry Christmas board game fans. Before you gather your family and friends around the kitchen table for some gaming fun, add a bit of festive fun to your game nights and get into the Christmas spirit. Let’s take a festive frolic through the merry world of Christmas-themed games. Why, you ask, are these jolly games more fun than Santa getting stuck in the chimney? Well, let’s deck the halls with dice and meeples and find out!
Christmas-themed games are like the advent calendars of the gaming world. Each turn is a delightful surprise, filled with the anticipation of unwrapping the next move. Will you draw a card that moves you forward, or will you land on the dreaded “Naughty List” space that sends you back three spaces? The suspense is as palpable as the silence on Christmas Eve!
Then there’s the thematic allure. Playing a Christmas-themed game is like stepping into a winter wonderland where the eggnog flows freely, and the gingerbread houses are free from the threat of hungry toddlers. You can trade in your usual game tokens for miniature reindeer, snowmen with top hats, and even the big man himself, Santa Claus. It’s an immersive experience that can turn even the grumpiest Grinch into a cheerful elf.
Let’s not forget the camaraderie and cheer these games bring to the table. Christmas-themed games are the perfect excuse to gather your nearest and dearest, don your ugliest Christmas sweaters, and engage in some friendly competition. It’s all about making memories, sharing laughs, and maybe, just maybe, letting Grandma win a round or two because it’s the season of giving, after all.
And the fun doesn’t stop there! These games often come with a sprinkle of educational value, disguised as festive fun. You could be learning about budgeting as you buy presents in “Santa’s Workshop Monopoly,” or practicing your strategic thinking as you navigate the perilous path in “The Night Before Christmas Tactical Board Game.” Who knew learning could be wrapped in such a merry package?
Christmas-themed games are the unsung heroes of holiday entertainment. They bring joy, laughter, and a dash of learning to any holiday gathering. So, this Christmas, why not create new traditions with the roll of a die and the flick of a spinner? After all, nothing says “Merry Christmas” quite like claiming victory over your siblings in a ruthless game of “Candy Cane Checkers.”
Now, go forth and spread the board game cheer, for it’s the most wonderful time of the year to play! Happy Christmas, and may the best elf win!
But before you rush off with sleigh bells ringing in your eyes, here are some of the Christmas-themed games that we have been playing that we think will bring a bit of Christmas cheer to the gaming table.
12 Days of Christmas
This Christmas game box is a treasure trove of festive fun, with 12 fun and silly games that cater to all ages, ensuring that everyone from little Timmy to Grandpa Joe can join in. The kazoos might be a hit or miss – they’re sure to produce a symphony of giggles and more than a few off-key notes. And let’s not forget the reindeer game, which will have you laughing until your stomach hurts as Aunt Marge turns a peculiar shade of crimson trying to blow up the rings. Suitable for 2-16 players, age 6+. Click here to read our full review.
Once Upon A Christmas – The Christmas Storytelling Game
Once Upon a Christmas is a storytelling game for 1-6 players, age 4 to adult, with a playing time of around 15 minutes. This game is not just a fun game for festive game nights; it’s a journey through the snowy peaks of imagination and the cosy valleys of creativity.
The premise of the game is simple yet enchanting: players gather around and weave a funny Christmas story that’s as unique as a snowflake, using the cards that have been dealt. Each story must begin with “Once upon a Christmas …” and must have as must rich detail as possible to create the best story. It challenges players to think on their feet and spin a story that will captivate their audience (and hopefully win enough votes to win the game). Click here to read our full review.
Christmas Facts & Trivia Quizzes
This game boasts two sets of 20 questions, each more tantalising than the last. From ” What’s the Sunday before Advent Sunday traditionally known as?” to “Who was driving home for Christmas?”, this quiz has enough trivia to keep you guessing until the New Year. The questions have are scored between 20-40 points with a total of 500 points up for grabs, how many can you get? Suitable for 2 to 12 people or teams. Click here to read our full review.
Seeking Santa
Seeking Santa is a board game, a festive face-off, that is designed for two players, offering a fun, intimate and intense gaming experience. It’s the perfect opportunity to bond with a sibling, challenge a parent, or determine once and for all who among you is the true seeker of Santa. And let’s not forget the sheer joy of claiming bragging rights at the Christmas dinner table. But it’s not just about racing to the finish, being the first to reach Santa in the centre of the game board; it’s about outsmarting your opponent with a mix of skill, planning, and a little bit of Christmas magic. Click here to read our full review.
The Christmas Express Game
Travel along the festive train track from the Home Station to the North Pole Station. The first player to reach the North Pole Station is the winner. Along the journey, players get to stop at the festive sounding stations Evergreen Grove, Hot Chocolate Corner, Candy Cane Lane, Snowflake Falls and Jingle Bell Square on the beautifully illustrated board. But it isn’t all easy going, watch out for snowstorms, naughty elves and reindeer crossing, you might think that they are cute but they will hinder your journey! Suitable for 2-4 players, age 6+. Click here to read our full review.
Merry Christmas!