Board Games

And few board game genres are more cerebrally challenging and narratively intriguing than the murder mystery board game, where you play as a detective with a case to solve. But murder mystery board games can be more than just whodunit riddles. They can be battles of wit and cunning that have you strategizing your next moves and sniffing out ulterior motives in your teammates. In the end, the goal is always the same: catch the killer in time....

Unless you know them like the back of your hand, you risk buying a board game they already own or a board game they have no interest in. And with modern board games as expensive as they are, you don’t want to make a mistake like that. However, there are plenty other gift ideas to pursue that aren’t board games. Here are some of the best gifts for the board gamers and tabletop fanatics in your life!...

These enhancements come in two main forms: the companion app handles the game logic, the companion app assists with game setup and information management, or both! For some games, the companion app is mandatory. For others, the companion app is there to make things easier—and can be the difference between enjoying the game or full-on hating it. Here are the best board games with companion apps that are worth checking out if you don’t mind mixing tabletop and tech!...