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10 of the Coziest Board Games to Play Together in 2024

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To me, nothing is better than playing games with a group of friends, my family, or my significant other. Playing games gets us off our phones and gives us time to be with the ones we love, having fun in a way humans have done for centuries.

Board games have been around since around 3050 BCE, thanks to ancient Egyptians! Check out this neat article on 10 of the oldest board games out there if you want to delve deeper like me!

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It helps that my father works at a gaming store, so I have many games and game nights! Let’s focus on the coziest of my games, as they are my favorites, and I think they will be yours, too!

yellow red and green plastic toy board games

Why are board games amazing?

People may say board games are boring, but I think that means they just haven’t played the right game or played with the right people.

Here are a few good reasons you should play board games:

  1. They bring people together and help you get to know each other better.
  2. They can be educational and teach lessons like good sportsmanship, especially for kids!
  3. They let us play, be silly, and/or relax.

The Best Cozy Board Games

Here are my top 10 coziest games! Enjoy!

1. Calico

Calico boardgame

Loves quilts and cats? Someone did, apparently, and made a cute and cozy game out of it!

In this game, you must build the coziest quilt to attract as many cats as possible. The turns are as simple as placing a patch tile to satisfy specific design goals and adding buttons and cats for pazazz!

  • Time: 30 – 45 min
  • Players: 1 to 4
  • Age: 14+

Find Calico here!

2. Wingspan

Wingspan boardgame

Bird Lovers rejoice! This game is all about all the birds! I am an avid bird watcher, so I needed this game.

Get ready to attract the best birds to your aviary bird enthusiasts! With your habitat cards, take turns adding birds, laying eggs, and gathering food while completing goals and bonus cards! I can’t say enough about how gorgeous the birds are in this game!

  • Time: 40 – 70 min
  • Players: 1 to 5
  • Age: 14+

Find Wingspan here!

There is also an Asian expansion to this game. You can find it here!

3. Sagrada

Sagrada boardgame

Build beautiful stained glass windows in this incredibly relaxing and colorful strategy game.

Roll dice and cards to help you build the most beautiful stained glass window. It might be calming, but at the same time, it can be challenging. This game is beyond colorful and keeps you engaged throughout!

  • Time: 30 – 45min
  • Players: 1 to 4
  • Age: 13 +

Find Sagrada here!

Do you want to add 1 to 2 more players? Find the expansion here!

4. Dungeons & Dragons

Dungeons and Dragons book and dice

Maybe not a board game, but there is nothing cozier than gathering friends and adventuring from the comfort of my dining room table.

The ideas are endless, so find your Dungeon Master and a party of fellow adventurers and act your heart out. Have fun building a character, rolling (and endlessly collecting) dice, and roleplaying your heart out! There are endless books and information out there for beginners!

  • Time: As short or as long as you like! Some games have lasted for years! (We play once a month for 3ish hours a session.)
  • Players: Again, you can have as many as you wish, but the fewer, the better. I think 4 to 5 players are best, so everyone gets a chance to play.
  • Age: 5-99 years. It’s really for everyone!

Find the Dungeons and Dragons Player’s Handbook here!

To learn more as a beginner, check out this video on YouTube here!

5. Katamino

Katamino puzzle game

You can play a colorful one-player puzzle game even cuddled up in your bed, or at least that’s how I do it.

This soothing logic puzzle game is made from wood and has 500 challenges. I have only made it to the fifth one, so it is challenging but, again, calming.

  • Time: As long as you want!
  • Players: 1
  • Age: 6-99 years

Find Katamino here!

Want to play with a friend? Find the 2 player version here!

6. Planted

Planted boardgame

This is for the plant parents out there! Get ready to care for and discover more plants you will inevitably want to buy for your home!

It’s such an adorable game for plant lovers! This game is about collecting and nurturing houseplants to gain the most points as you feed them! It is easy-peasy gameplay without really killing any real plants!

  • Time: 20-30 min
  • Players: 2 to 5
  • Ages: 10+ years

Find Planted here!

7. Azul

Azul boardgame

Become an ancient architect in this colorful strategy game where you are an artist decorating the Royal Palace of Evora!

Inspired by the architecture of Spain and Portugal, this beautiful tile-laying game is all about strategy and timing. I play it often with my husband, as it is fun and calming.

  • Time: 30 – 45min
  • Players: 2 to 4
  • Age: 8+ years

Find Azul here!

Want more Azul games? You can find an expansion here and here!

8. Boggle

Boggle game

It’s an oldie but a goodie. How can you resist a cozy game of Boggle, though it’s a bit loud when you have to shake it?

I have been playing this game since I was a child. It’s a great way to rope your kids into learning reading and spelling without them realizing it.

  • Time: 15-30min
  • Players: 2+
  • Age: 8+ years

Find Boggle here!

9. Ticket to Ride

Ticket to Ride boardgame

Travel by train through the United States and beyond with this game’s many expansions. What could be cozier than planning a trip by train?

Collect train cards and build railroads to your destination. The longer they are, the more points you earn! It is super easy and fun to play, and they have endless variations to boot!

  • Time: 30 – 60min
  • Players: 2 to 5
  • Age: 8+ years

Find Ticket to Ride Here!

P.S. Here are a few other versions from continents like Asia(expansion) and Europe!

10. Tsuro

Tsuro of the Seas boardgame

There are several different versions, each relaxing and exciting in its own way. Building a path has never been so much fun!

In my version, Tsuro of the Seas, you must build paths along the sea and guide your boat safely across the treacherous waters to avoid opponent’s boats and terrible sea monsters!

  • Time: 20-40min
  • Players: 2 to 8
  • Age: 8+ years

Find Tsuro of the Seas here and find the Original Tsuro here! Both are wonderful additions to any gaming household!

Bonus: Chess

selective focus photography of chess pieces

As a chess club alumni, I had to add it. Not only is this an ancient game, but it leaves room for silence and thought. I have always loved playing a good, intimate chess game with friends.

  • Time: 30 – 90min
  • Players: 2
  • Age: 6-99 years

Also, there are a ton of chess boards to choose from, and many have amazingly nerdy themes like this Lord of the Rings one!

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Conclusion

Board games are a fantastic way to cozy up and connect with family and friends. With all the games available now, there is bound to be a game for everyone! I hope this list inspires you to grab a game and gather with those you love!

Stay cozy, and tell me in the comments what cozy games you love playing!

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