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“You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else.”
― Albert Einstein
Board games make the best gifts because they bring family and friends together for memorable experiences, while providing hours and hours of entertainment. They also stimulate the brain and can teach useful skills.
Dump the Playstation and try some of these truly sociable vintage board games.
Blast Off! Board Game
Take off from Earth and visit all the planets on a small supply of fuel. Rise up to the correct orbit and then move around the board and try to make a landing on the next planet.
Buccaneer Board Game from Waddingtons
A notable feature of this game are the very nice treasure pieces. The diamonds, rubies and pearls look like small jewels. The way cards work for ship movement and combat is a very clever mechanic, years ahead of its time.
The Battle of the Little Big Horn - Classic Waddington's Boardgame from 1964
Now you can re-live this historic battle, and you can plan your own strategy. Can you find a way to get Custer, or at least his flag, clear of the battlefield?
Classic Mouse Trap Game from Hasbro
A longtime family favourite: Scurry around the board collecting and stealing cheese from other players while watching out for the trap!