"To catch forty winks" means to take a short nap. But in Sheepy Time if you were caught napping, you could win the game! Our review of Sheepy Time...
Casual Board Games
For some of us, board gaming is life: enjoyable, fun, intellectually stimulating, and a great way to pass the time. But some people don’t see it that way…playing games is silly, or a chore, or just plain boring. If you’re trying to get a game going with someone like that, then the games on this list are a great way to get them engaged and enjoying themselves.
Casual games are are easy to set up, have simple rules, and don’t take too long to play. You never know…that person who doesn’t enjoy games now might end up being your best playing partner…if you can just get them interested in the right games!
These mandrakes are oozing with so much cuteness that you might not know when to stop. Ly-ann checks out this spin-off card game from Homosapien...
Crowdfunding Roundup
Resources for Board Gamers
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Board Game Gift Guide 2025 – great board game gifts
If you're hunting for the best board game gifts of 2025, then look no further! This list has wallet-sized and wallet-friendly games; games for the first timer and for friends who have been playing for years. From lightweight games you can play in minutes to multi-hour games your gamer will love. Read more… -
The 2025-2026 Worldwide List of Board Game Conventions
Looking for board game conventions near you? Meeple Mountain's worldwide list of board game conventions is the most complete list of events found online; updated multiple times a month. Last updated: June 9, 2025. Read more… -
The Ultimate Worldwide Guide to Board Game Cafes
Our ultimate guide to board game cafes has everything you need to know about what a board game cafe is, or how to find one in your area! Last updated June 28, 2025. Read more…
