Board games make a great activity for family nights and get-togethers with friends of all ages. Gather in the living room around the coffee table or dig in for a more involved board game at the dining room table. You can choose from an assortment of classic board games, like Monopoly, Clue and Yahtzee, as well as popular new board games.

There are puzzle-based board games, battle-based board games, one-on-one board games, collaborative board games where all the players work together and so many more fun board games to choose from. There are also many franchise-themed board games that incorporate elements of your favorite TV shows, movies and more.

Board games make great gifts for kids. They are also fun housewarming presents. However, you don’t need an excuse to pick out a new board game, you can always choose one for yourself and your family so that you have a fun new activity for the end of the day.

When shopping for new board games, you could consider games by type, theme, number of players or intended age range. For example, you might look for games for young children or games for teenagers. It’s also good to think about the people you might be playing with—do they like to compete or work together? Will they want something long or short?

Additionally, when shopping for tabletop games, remember to include card games, which offer lots of fun in an even smaller package. They’re also portable and easy to store, making them a great choice for on-the-go entertainment.

If you become particularly enthusiastic about gaming, you might even create an at-home gaming room where you can enjoy all of your favorite games. You can also incorporate a gaming TV for an Xbox or PlayStation, and you could even find space for a classic arcade game. It’s your space to have fun with, customize to your preferences and fully immerse yourself in games and trading cards.