Buying board games for another person can be extremely difficult. Not only are there countless variations, adaptations, and gameplay styles to choose from, but there are also more board games releasing by the day. Given taste is very subjective, getting it right is a difficult art. But luckily, there’s plenty of room to move in the world of board games – and it’s only the really rare titles that can’t be enjoyed by everyone.
That said, if you’re looking for some pointers on your quest, and you’re not quite sure what the board game lover in your life wants for Christmas, read on for a list of tried-and-tested recommendations, from stocking stuffer ideas to full-scale tabletop adventures.
Let’s break down our recommendations by genre: