Family game nights are a great way to get everyone off their devices and around the table. The Canadian educational toys and play firm Scholar’s Choice reports that games are good for developing motor skills; building specific skills that boost grades; and facilitating problem solving. Games also may strengthen family bonds.
Many people already have a closet full of games, but new ones are released each year to expand the possibilities of play on game nights. Here are some of the latest offerings that adults and children may enjoy.
• You’re Getting Old: This game is ideal for people between the ages of 18 and 45. Players move their pieces up and down a “Path to Getting Old” based on prompts. The player who stays closest to the start wins.
• The Chameleon: The object of this game is for one person to be the chameleon and blend into game play. The others are trying to figure which player is the chameleon. Blending in and not getting caught is the name of the game for those ages 14 and up.
• Starview Valley: The Board Game: This game is based on a video game of the same name. Players work together to restore the Valley, which is accomplished by growing crops, raising animals, expanding the farm, and collecting resources. The game is designed for one to four players ages 13 and above.
• Charcuterie: The Board Game: In this game, two to six players take turns drafting delectable food tiles to their boards in an effort to create the most delicious charcuterie board. Points are scored for the arrangement and when certain criteria are met. The game is ideal for players 14 and up.
• Moose Master™: This entertaining game for players ages eight and up sets up in seconds. It involves certain Moose Rules cards that players must follow during play, as well as additional cards that feature an action or instructions that must be followed. Players must pay attention and perform each action correctly or incur penalties.
These are just a few of the newer games that can be part of family game nights or parties to enhance fun and excitement.
