Best Strategy Board Games of May 2021

Splendor is a game of chip-collecting and card development. Players are merchants trying to buy gem mines, means of transportation, shops—all in order to acquire the most points.

Recommended age 10 and up

Number of players: 2 to 4

Game time: 30 minutes

Includes: 40 gems 'poker style' weighted tokens: 7 × 5 Colors (green, blue, red, White, black) + 5 Jokers (yellow)/ 90 development cards (63.5×88 millimeter): 40 level 1, 30 level 2, 20 level 3 / 10 noble tiles (60×60 millimeter)

Simple instructions allow for a quick start, but exciting, challenging and engaging gameplay assures this game never gets old

This is the original, classic version of Othello that strategy game enthusiasts have come to love

Othello is a great tool for kids to learn spatial reasoning and other math skills while having fun

Perfect 2-player, indoor or outdoor game to enjoy with family and friends ages 7 and up

64 reversible disks, 1 playing board, complete instructions

As skilled members of a disease fighting team, you and the other players work together to keep the world safe from outbreaks and epidemics

Pandemic is a cooperative board game in which players work as a team to treat infections around the world while gathering resources for cures

2 – 4 players

45 minutes

High quality components and fun, accessible gameplay

Fun tile drafting and tile placement mechanics

For 2 4 artisans, age 8 and up

Game plays in 30 40 minutes

Completely redesigned rulebook to make learning the game easier

Introduces the Abbot mini expansion and a new version of the river

Game and expansions have sold over 10 million copies worldwide

2 – 5 players

The incredibly popular, multi award winning civilization building board game of harvesting and trading resources

Players control their own civilization and look to spread across a modular hex board in a competition for victory points

Beware the robber’s nefarious plans as he steals resources and plunders the wealthy

3 to 4 players, 60 minutes, ages over 10. To play with 5–6 players, the 5–6 player extension is required.

Got what it takes for a brainy competition? Face off in the game of Otrio, a head-to-head strategy board game!

Players compete to line up three pieces of the same color my similar size; in ascending or descending order; or within the same space.

Playing Otrio encourages players to cultivate their reasoning, strategizing and critical thinking skills.

Otrio is made for 2-4 players aged 6+.

Includes: 3 Red Pieces of Large, Medium and Small, 3 Green Pieces of Large, Medium and Small, 3 Blue Pieces of Large, Medium and Small, 3 Purple Pieces of Large, Medium and Small, 1 Plastic Play Board, 1 Instruction Sheet

Characters you love - In this asymmetric board game, choose from 6 iconic Disney Villains - each with their own sinister objectives & goals. Disney Villainous comes with Captain Hook, Maleficent, Jafar, Ursula, Queen of Hearts, and Prince John. The Fate Decks also feature your favorite protagonists like Aladdin, Peter Pan, Ariel, and more!

Great for Disney fans and families - Whether you're playing with a group of devoted Disney fans, classic strategy gamers, or with your family, Disney Villainous is perfect for any game night occasion and makes a great gift for Disney lovers!

Clear instructions - Easy to learn with clear instructions! Each of the 6 villains has their own guide, and these guides will inspire you with strategies and tips for crafting the most successful plan to win!

Compatibility - Disney Villainous can be played as a standalone game or with the other games in the Villainous line: Evil Comes Prepared, Wicked To The Core, and Perfectly Wretched.

2019 Game of the Year - Disney Villainous won the prestigious 'Game of the Year' Award at the 2019 TOTY Awards.

Engaging and fun for the whole family

Use your creativity and imagination to solve the riddles from the visual clues

Easy rules have everyone playing in minutes

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: This is for the size Medium 15 Inch Case; Open: 19 x 14.75 x 1 inches; Closed: 15 x 9.5 x 2 inches, Great size for travel

CLASSIC GAME: This classic backgammon game is the perfect set for beginners and advanced players alike and includes everything you need to play; Perfect for game night, parties or Holiday gatherings

FELT INTERIOR: The beautiful, quality soft felt interior with smartly stitched leatherette accents creates a quiet base when rolling the dice and a smooth surface when moving the chips during play

TAKE YOUR GAME ANYWHERE: Everything is tucked away in the designated areas and the game folds up into a briefcase style with brass colored buckles and a handle for easy transport

WHAT'S INCLUDED: Backgammon Board, Playing Chips, Playing Dice, Doubling Cube, Dice Shakers and Exclusive Strategy & Tip Guide by Get the Games Out (Trademarked). Includes spare chips and playing dice of each color

STRATEGY BOARD GAME: Photosynthesis is one of the best environmental board games referring to the life cycle of trees, for science and biology enthusiasts. This best-selling board game has an amazing table presence with an ever-changing forest

HOW TO PLAY: Photosynthesis uses an Action Points Allowance System mechanism. Take your trees through their life-cycle, from seedling to full bloom to rebirth, and earn light points as their leaves collect energy from the revolving sun’s rays

Photosynthesis was one of the top rated board games when it was released at Gen Con. It is easy to play for families enjoying other Blue Orange classic and award winning board games like Kingdomino, Planet, New York 1901

ECO FRIENDLY: Blue Orange is sensitive to the protection of planet earth and to climate change challenges and only uses recycled materials to manufacture Photosynthesis

AWARD WINNING GAME: 2018 Mensa Select winner, GeekDad Approved, Spiel of Approval (The Spiel), Golden Geek winner in Artwork & Presentation (Board Game Geek), Casual Game Revolution Recommended, The Dice Tower Best Board Game Production

FAMILY OR ADULT STRATEGY GAME: This 2 to 4 players nature inspired game can be enjoyed by parents playing with their children as well as adults, also plays very well as a 2 players abstract board game. Best recommended for ages 8 & Up

BEST-SELLING & AWARD-WINNING NATIONAL PARKS GAME: Winner of the MENSA and PARENT'S CHOICE AWARD, check out what our customers have to say in the reviews

CREATED BY NATIONAL PARKS ENTHUSIASTS: Parents who had traveled to every single National Park worked together with their board game designer son and created a game to inspire others and help families share their love of the National Parks in a fun way

FUN + EDUCATIONAL: The perfect recipe for a family game night! Appeals to a wide range of people: outdoor lovers, board game players and gift givers. One of the top educational board games for families

SHARE THE JOY OF THE NATIONAL PARKS: A game that helps share the amazing memories of your visits. While the game is being played, be sure to reminisce about your visits

SIMPLE, ELEGANT RULES: Easy to understand for older children, teens, families, grandparents, and everyone in between!

True Minecraft experience – Developed in collaboration with Mojang, Minecraft: Builders & Biomes brings players together in a shared, in-person experience.

A new adventure every time – Explore a new Overworld grid and try a new building and Biome strategy every time!

Clear instructions – Easy to learn with a clear, high-quality instruction manual. Start playing right away!

What you get – Minecraft: Builders & Biomes comes with high-quality game pieces including 64 resource cubes, 64 building and monster cards, 36 weapon tokens, 4 player boards, 4 experience counters, 4 character skins, 4 game piece bases, 12 overview cards, 1 resource cube base, 1 support structure, and instructions.

Makes a great gift - Minecraft Builders & Biomes is the perfect holiday or birthday gift for Minecraft lovers everywhere.

Offers new, streamlined form of gameplay

Multiple paths of victory offer unique strategy opportunity

Expansive game engages both new and experienced players

Winner of 12 National Awards, Including Mensa select, Australian Game of the year, Chicago Tribune "Top Ten Games"

Spy Alley is a classic hidden identity strategy board game for 2 6 players. “Best Mind Game” by Mensa, Spy Alley will have you bluffing, deceiving and double crossing your friends and family to earn the title of the world’s top spy. Perfect for adults, Kids (ages 8+) or Families, Fun for everyone

Simple rules that can be explained in minutes but take a lifetime to master. 30 to 45 minutes to play. People who like Clue tend to Love Spy Alley

Spy Alley is a Fun Board Game for all ages, that helps sharpen your deductive reasoning, logic, interpersonal, and body language reading skills

Each new copy of Spy Alley comes with a 90 Day Limited Warranty. If the game becomes damaged due to manufacture defect in the normal use of the product within the first 90 days from purchase, Spy Alley Partners will replace the part free of charge. The warranty is only valid if purchased from an authorized distributor in the United States of America

An adult party game.

WARNING! THIS GAME IS NOT FOR KIDS! FONG stands for Funny, Offensive, Naughty, and Gross. Which is exactly what you will get while playing this game. This game is not for the soft stomach or easily offended.

We took some of the classic style games that you might be familiar with and have enjoyed before and we added our own wild and sick twist to them.

Normally, you would have to buy several different games to play all of these different styles of game. But with FONG you get multiple styles of fun games all wrapped into 1 outrageous party game that will be sure to be a very memorable time.

You have to be a little twisted to play this game. If you aren't quite there yet don't worry, we can help with that. Have fun, and enjoy!

First expansion to the hit game Tapestry

Choose from a variety of new civilizations, pursue individual achievements to add landmarks to your capital city, and sneakily interact with the opposition

Designed by Jamey Stegmaier

Create the civilization with the most storied history, starting at the beginning of humankind and reaching into the future. The paths you choose will vary greatly from real-world events or people—your civilization is unique!

Solo Mode Option

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: This is for the size Large 18 Inch Case; Open: 22.5 x 18 x 1 inches; Closed: 18 x 11 x 2 inches, Great size for travel

CLASSIC GAME: This classic backgammon game is the perfect set for beginners and advanced players alike and includes everything you need to play; Perfect for game night, parties or Holiday gatherings

FELT INTERIOR: The beautiful, quality soft felt interior with smartly stitched leatherette accents creates a quiet base when rolling the dice and a smooth surface when moving the chips during play

TAKE YOUR GAME ANYWHERE: Everything is tucked away in the designated areas and the game folds up into a briefcase style with brass colored buckles and a handle for easy transport

WHAT'S INCLUDED: Backgammon Board, Playing Chips, Playing Dice, Doubling Cube, Dice Shakers and Exclusive Strategy & Tip Guide by Get the Games Out (Trademarked). Includes spare chips and playing dice of each color

Ages - 8 To Adult

Players - 2 To 6

Approx. Playing Time - 15 To 30 Minutes

Fast-action game of suspicion and finger pointing

Much like Spy Alley, Simply Suspects is deceptively simple yet surprisingly intense

The advantage that one player may appear to have can change with a single move

You are never sure which suspect will escape the Grand Jury and win the game

For 2-6 People