Collection: Family Board Games

SimplyFun offers a wide range of family board games designed to bring everyone to the table — from preschoolers to grandparents. Whether your crew loves big laughs or friendly competition, there's a game to match your play style. Our family board games typically fall into two play styles:

• Social Games: Perfect for relaxed game nights and group play. These games focus on connection, storytelling, and teamwork — ideal for keeping things light and inclusive
• Strategy Games: Great for families who enjoy planning, thinking ahead, and a little healthy competition. These games offer more challenges and keep players engaged from start to finish.

Strategy games are perfect for families who enjoy thinking ahead, planning smart moves, and a little friendly competition. The best one’s balance challenge with accessibility — easy to learn, but engaging enough to keep everyone on their toes. Look for games that:

• Support 2–4 players
• Playtime under 30 minutes per round
• Include adjustable difficulty or team play
• Offer strong replay value

Some popular SimplyFun strategy board games for families include:

• Digger's Garden Match
• ByPass
• Kilter
• Pelican Cove
• SlideAscope

The best social board games to play with your family are easy to learn, exciting to play, and welcoming for players of all ages. They're perfect for group play, team challenges, and game nights focused on laughter and connection.

Look for games that

• Encourage teamwork or collaborative play
• Welcome players of all ages
• Keep the rules simple and the energy high

Popular SimplyFun social games include:

• Kahootz!
• Eye to Eye
• Ice Tumble
• Family Stories - Chat Ring

When you’re short on time but still want to play, fast-paced games are a great go-to. These quick, easy-to-learn options are perfect for busy weeknights, short visits, or just squeezing in some fun between activities.

If you're looking for family board games to play that keep the energy up and the rules simple, these are a great place to start

• Corner Center Match: 10-minute gameplay
• Fossil Sweep: 20-minute gameplay
• Linkity: 15-minute gameplay

The best fun board games for toddlers and preschoolers help kids practice turn-taking, communication, and working together — all through playful, hands-on learning. Look for kids’ games with simple rules, chunky pieces, and activities that support fine motor development. Great options for younger players include:

• Watch My Wings (4 & up - Math & STEM, matching)
• Buddy Match (5 & up - Math & STEM, comparison and focus)
• Pickles’ Pig Tales (6 & up - reading, language, storytelling)

The best games for teens and adults offer just the right mix of challenge, strategy, and fun, without feeling too simple or too serious. These games are great for screen-free bonding, big laughs, and keeping everyone engaged from start to finish.

Look for options with:

• Strategic thinking or teamwork
• Humor and replayability
• Flexible rules to suit different play styles

Popular family-friendly board game picks for older players include:

• Get 4 & Score (vocabulary, quick thinking)
• My Mine (probability, predicting)
• SlideAscope (spatial reasoning, critical thinking, patterning)

Family board games help kids build real-life skills while having fun. They strengthen focus, problem-solving, and number sense, all through hands-on play. They also encourage teamwork, communication, and collaboration in a screen-free, low-pressure setting. Try games like:

Trifusion, Walk the Dogs, Take Your Pick II and Let's Chat! - Chat Ring

Start with your child's age, attention span, and interests. For younger kids, look for short, easy-to-follow games with familiar themes like animals or space. Family board games for all ages are great for mixed-age households.

Have a child with learning differences or sensory needs? Choose games with clear rules, visual cues, and calm pacing

Our family board games are designed to bring everyone to the table — with quick-to-learn rules, engaging gameplay, and just the right balance of fun and learning. Whether you're playing with toddlers, teens, or grandparents, there's something here for every age and stage.

• Skill-building play
• Screen-free connection
• Fun for all generations

Are you ready to make family time even more special? Shop our collection today

Want to learn more about the benefits of games designed for family play, or need some top game suggestions to get you started? Check out these blogs for more ideas and insights:

• Family Board Game Night: 10 Fun & Educational Game Ideas
• The Best Matching Card Games for Family Fun!
• 10 Kids’ Dice Games That Are Fun for the Whole Family!
• Connect with Family through Gameplay