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Word Games
Word games deal, unsurprisingly, with words, using the players’ language abilities as the basis for play. This can come in many forms, but the two most common types involve either word formation (using randomized sets of letters to form words) or word guessing (using a restricted vocabulary to determine a hidden word). Bananagrams and Letter Tycoon are modern updates to the classic word formation game, Scrabble. Similarly, Codenames offers a new twist to the word guessing formula once popularized by Taboo.
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Resources for Board Gamers
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Board Game Gift Guide 2023 – 41+ of the best board game gifts
If you're hunting for the best board game gifts for the 2022 Holiday Season, 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 2023-2024 Guide To Board Game Conventions
Looking to attend a board game convention? Our guide to board game conventions can help you decide what to pack, play, and pass on! 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! Read more…
