We love our video games.
These are sophisticated tabletop versions of the original games, and often feature similar strategies and gameplay mechanics.
Yet in this new format, there are also plenty of new and exciting features to discover.
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So why not grab a few friends, and settle yourselves in for a great gaming night?
Here are the best video game-themed board games.
This Steamforged board game adaptation takes those key elements and translates them into tabletop form.
This is a deeply challenging and immersive experience that will be instantly recognizable to fans of the original RPG.
The game design is modular, meaning game tiles are placed down once you enter a new room.
This is a lavish, gorgeous tabletop RPG experience for up to four players to enjoy.
This base game pack includes 24 plastic miniature figures, including zombie dogs, G-mutants and Lickers.
In fact, the only thing thats missing is those cheesy cut sceneswhich were more than happy to forgive!
However, in the case of Fallout, thats exactly what the original game series offered.
This modular-based board game puts up to four players on the edges of a vast, unexplored landscape.
Customize your weapons, armor, and skills in this endlessly replayable RPG board game.
It gets a big Pip-Boy thumbs up from us!
Specifically, its a Call of Duty Zombies crossoverjust to amp up the fun factor.
Chances are, many of you will know the drill with Risk by now.
So, what does this Call of Duty Zombies edition offer thats new?
Well, there are the zombies, obviously.
Take over strategic locations and complete key objectives to give yourself an edge over your competitors.
Call of Dutys formula for making things more fun by adding zombies to it certainly works here.
If this excellent edition of Risk doesnt cause serious arguments, youre doing something wrong!
So, does this tabletop version of the same game give its players an easier ride?
In short, no.
No, it doesnt.
As with the Dark Souls board game, the legendary difficulty level of the original has been well represented.
This board game pack features four different story campaigns, giving you a reasonable amount of replayability.
But, as with the original video game itself, casuals beware!
Horizon Zero Dawn: The Board Game
Great stories love a post-apocalypse.
And the original Horizon video game series certainly had one of the more intriguing ones.
But be careful, death for one player means death for all, and game over!
All miniatures can be painted and customized and are highly detailed.
Work cooperatively with other players, but also cautiously, as they are your competition too.
So, how is the tabletop experience in comparison?
The board game itself has plenty to unpack, both in terms of its contents and its rules.
There are also 11 custom-sculpted miniature character figures, which look fantastic, plus one comprehensive rule book.
Anyone who is familiar with the original Talisman game should feel fairly at home here.
And if youre still not sure after doing this, there are some great tutorials on YouTube.
A little bit like Kingdom Hearts itself, in fact.
FAQ
Q: Why Are Board Games So Popular?
Board games are popular for lots of different reasons.
They’re also a great way to connect with friends and family.
Q: What Are the Main Three Types of Board Games?
Q: What Is the Most Played Board Game in the World?
Monopoly is the most played board game in the world.
Current estimates suggest that Monopoly has been played by more than 500 million people worldwide.
