Here are some popular family games that bring together all generations for Christmas holiday fun:
1. Uno
Simple to learn, fun for all ages, and fast-paced. Uno’s colour-matching and number-matching gameplay make it universally enjoyable.
2. Classic Board Games
Chess, Draughts, Ludo etc are engaging for everyone and span the generations.
3. Dobble
Dobble is a speed and observation game for the whole family, with games for children from ages 4 years and upward. Favourites are the Marvel and Harry Potter editions
4. Jack Straws
Also known as Pick-Up Sticks or Mikado is to carefully remove individual sticks or straws from a scattered pile without disturbing the others. Players take turns trying to pick up one stick at a time, using only their fingers or sometimes a small hook.
5. Bingo
A classic game of chance which brings the whole family together. It’s lighthearted but still competitive and works well for mixed ages.
6. Card Games
Playing cards at Christmas is a popular tradition, involving everyone across all ages, Maybe try Junior Poker, Snap or some old retro fun with Old Maid and Hearts
7. Scrabble
The classic word game encourages vocabulary building and creative thinking. With family-friendly gameplay, Scrabble is a hit across generations.
8. EXIT Games
EXIT: The Game is a series of escape room games for the home. Brilliant family games where players must solve riddles and puzzles and crack codes to escape from an imaginary room or environment.
9. Co-operative Board Games
Peaceable Kingdom's Cooperative games create a community among players. Children learn to work together as a team working towards a common purpose – defeating the game. Perfect for younger children.
10. Charades
Charades is timeless, needs no board, and only requires creativity. It’s endlessly customisable for all ages and is sure to spark lots of laughter.
These games are easy to learn and allow everyone, from the youngest children to grandparents, to join in, making them perfect for holiday gatherings!
1. Uno
Simple to learn, fun for all ages, and fast-paced. Uno’s colour-matching and number-matching gameplay make it universally enjoyable.
2. Classic Board Games
Chess, Draughts, Ludo etc are engaging for everyone and span the generations.
3. Dobble
Dobble is a speed and observation game for the whole family, with games for children from ages 4 years and upward. Favourites are the Marvel and Harry Potter editions
4. Jack Straws
Also known as Pick-Up Sticks or Mikado is to carefully remove individual sticks or straws from a scattered pile without disturbing the others. Players take turns trying to pick up one stick at a time, using only their fingers or sometimes a small hook.
5. Bingo
A classic game of chance which brings the whole family together. It’s lighthearted but still competitive and works well for mixed ages.
6. Card Games
Playing cards at Christmas is a popular tradition, involving everyone across all ages, Maybe try Junior Poker, Snap or some old retro fun with Old Maid and Hearts
7. Scrabble
The classic word game encourages vocabulary building and creative thinking. With family-friendly gameplay, Scrabble is a hit across generations.
8. EXIT Games
EXIT: The Game is a series of escape room games for the home. Brilliant family games where players must solve riddles and puzzles and crack codes to escape from an imaginary room or environment.
9. Co-operative Board Games
Peaceable Kingdom's Cooperative games create a community among players. Children learn to work together as a team working towards a common purpose – defeating the game. Perfect for younger children.
10. Charades
Charades is timeless, needs no board, and only requires creativity. It’s endlessly customisable for all ages and is sure to spark lots of laughter.
These games are easy to learn and allow everyone, from the youngest children to grandparents, to join in, making them perfect for holiday gatherings!
