Here’s how it works. The best board games aren't just for family get-togethers when you have nothing else to do; this is a vibrant industry overflowing with new ideas to suit any mood.

Board games are an entertaining way to pass the time — and a little more stimulating than staring at a screen. While many board games require groups of people to play, there are a lot of worthy ...

Despite what you might think, the best 2-player board games aren't a consolation prize if you can't rustle up enough people; they're perfect for everything from date night to vacation entertainment.

Hundreds of Mensa members from across the country gathered in Portland this weekend for the 2025 Mind Games, a four-day board-game-judging marathon. In this event, the players are also the judges.

Interested in game design? Have board game ideas? Want to playtest games before anyone else? Come join our monthly Game Designer Night and meet local designers - open to public, not just designers!

Beyond the food, Courtyard Cafe & Games is a board game lover’s dream. For a small fee, you can wander in, pick from their vast collection of games, and spend an afternoon playing with friends.