Whether you’ve recovered from the disgust of the last season or have spent years pretending it never existed, there is still a hole in our little hearts for the Game of Thrones universe . We may have voodoo dolls for David Benioff and DB Weiss, and we’ve even programmed a bot to periodically ask George RR Martin when he’s going to deign to publish The Winds of Winter or A Dream of Spring , but we’re still indebted to him. for creating this wonderful and cruel world that has had us dazzled for more than a decade.
It’s better to remember the old days , so here are the best board games to pass the time and forget about the plot holes of the HBO adapted series.
Game of Thrones: The Board Game
“King Robert Baratheon is dead and the kingdoms of Westeros are preparing for an imminent war” This board game from Edge Entertainment simulates the fight for the Iron Throne . It is designed to be enjoyed by a table composed of 3 to 6 players . Each one must lead one of the houses of Poniente to gain the desired power.
It is a game that may remind you a bit of Risk and its learning curve is a bit uphill. Still, it is a game that you have to try if you like strategy games , because it is really elaborate. If you’re wondering what age is right to play, it’s around 12 years old .
Game of Thrones Trivia
This Trivia allows you to use your knowledge to compete for the Iron Throne. Basically, the game consists of answering questions about the universe of A Song of Ice and Fire to conquer key locations in Westeros. Along the way, you will have to recruit famous characters from the saga . Whoever controls the most locations in the Seven Kingdoms will be the winner.
Game of Thrones Risk
If you’ve already gotten bored with Risk games on the classic board, here’s a new version in Battle Edition , which is also perfect for new players starting out at Risk. It costs almost twice as much as the traditional model, something a bit incomprehensible, but it is still an interesting product if you love this popular board game .
Game of Thrones: The Iron Throne
If you like card games , you might like this option. It is a strategy game to which, in addition, we can add expansions to unlock new game modes and characters from the saga.
Game of Thrones Monopoly
If your goal in life is to be more lined than Tywin Lannister, you can gain experience thanks to this edition of the mythical Monopoly. In this case, it is not just another version of the finance game, but a very elaborate collector’s edition , with the board and the metal figures packed in a large and beautifully presented box.
In general, a Monopoly full of details even within the cards, where we will be able to read phrases from the television series. As a downside, they could have also customized the boxes of the policeman, the jail and the free parking, since they are quite out of tune with the theme of the board.
Game of Thrones Cluedo
This special edition of the Cluedo comes with a double board with two mysteries, the Red Keep and Meereen. This way you will have variety in your game afternoons. Basically, they are two completely different modalities , where different characters intervene and different mysteries will have to be investigated. It is a great adaptation of this game to the world of Game of Thrones and that you have to have yes or yes if you are a big fan of this board game.
Game of Thrones: The Hand of the King
This quick puzzle game for 2-4 players aims to become the (right) hand of the king. The player with the most banners wins. A game in which you must use all kinds of tricks and smart moves to end up being the most influential person in all of Westeros. And it is that as the saying goes, “what the king dreams, the hand builds”.
Game of Thrones: Intrigue in Westeros
This is another game of cards, designed for 2-6 players. To conquer the Iron Throne, you will have to use as many cards as possible in each round. If you have any left at the end of your turn, you will receive a penalty. In each round there is a winner, and the Seven Kingdoms will go to the one with the most points at the end of the game.
Game of Thrones A Song of Ice and Fire: Miniatures Game
This board game puts players in command of the huge armies of Westeros as they try to emerge victorious in the War of the Five Kings. You can play as House Lannister or House Stark, and it is an RPG that can give you many hours of fun with family or friends.
Game of Thrones Catan: The Brotherhood of the Guard
Of course there is a Catan based on Game of Thrones . It could not be otherwise. In this edition, players will have to keep an eye on the wall to avoid the assault of the savages, while trying to get victory points to win the game. If the Catan of a lifetime is already a great game, this version looks even better.
Game of Thrones: The Sands of Dorne
If you also wanted revenge for the death of Elia and her children at the hands of the Mountain, this time, you will be able to join the Martell house and fulfill the revenge plans with this card game .
Of course, to play this game, you will also need an introductory deck , but do not worry, because it is quite cheap. There are also a ton of different expansions to this game from Edge Entertainment that are highly rated by players.