We’ve all been there: a long weekend with friends or family and the conversation starts to run out; no one can agree on a film, but everyone wants to make the most of the time together. This is where the humble Board game comes into its own.

A Great Gift

Or, you’re a guest and are looking for the perfect gift to bring to a party. Flowers mean the host needs to hunt out a vase; a scented candle lacks imagination, and there’s likely to be plenty of wine. A board game, however, gives the party an instant activity and is a great addition to any games cupboard.

The trick is finding games suitable game for a number of players, that way making sure everyone can get involved and share the experience.

Coming Together

Board games are an important tool for bringing people together over a shared activity. They facilitate fun and conversation; help youngsters develop skills such as learning to take turns, and encourage the creation of happy memories.

Young and old can test their general knowledge skills or their dexterity. Nothing quite beats turning all the devices off and spending time engaged in some wholesome fun.

Work Events

Finding suitable activities for work events can also be a challenge. Ice breakers, whereby people go around the room introducing themselves are often a little bit awkward and stilted. By asking everyone to play a game, and even be a little bit silly, inhibitions break down encouraging those involved to relax.

Board Games for Five or More Players:

• Top of the Pops Party Game
• The Blockbuster Game
• The Sock Game
• Articulate
• Outsmarted
• Super Skills
• Beat That!
• LOQ
• Jenga
• What do you Meme?

Here’s our list of the top ten board games for five or more players:

1. Top of the Pops Party Game

This is an absolute corker of a game that can be played by up to 20 people. Based on the classic TV show, the Top of the Pops Party Game is an outstanding music quiz by Big Potato Games.

Even if younger players don’t remember the excitement of their favourite band miming along in a smoke-filled studio, they will still be able to show off their musical general knowledge.

There is a charade round; a buzzer battle, and even a kazoo-playing opportunity. The board is designed to look like an old-fashioned tape deck with matching cards.

Add a twist and encourage everyone to come dressed as their favourite popstar!

2. The Blockbuster Game

Continuing the retro theme is The Blockbuster Game: A Movie Party Game for the Whole Family. Up to 12 can play along with this straightforward and hilarious movie-based general knowledge quiz.

The box is designed to look like an old VHS tape and the game even features a plastic version of the torn ticket stub logo.

Two teams compete in two rounds: the movie buzzer battle; a fast-paced knowledge test against the clock which requires individuals to shout out as many films as possible matching a particular theme.

Then there’s Quote It, Act It, One Word, which relies on teams guessing the correct movie using very limited clues!

For those who remember life before streaming giants, this game will bring back memories of time spent in the video shop trying to decide on a film! No one needs their identity card to play this, however, and there isn’t a fine for a late return!

Definitely play with some popcorn to snack on.

3. The Sock Game

This is a fast-paced sensory game where two teams compete to see how many objects they can find hidden in a sock.

The Sock Game consists of 30 different objects including wooden feet, a button, and a set of dice. A spinner determines which object needs to be found and the team that locates it first in the sock wins the round!

A simple premise that belies a challenge!

4. Articulate

This is a hugely popular game that has earned a place in many games cupboards. Articulate can be played by up to 20 people so it’s ideal for a large number who can create teams and really drive the competition.

Test vocabulary and general knowledge in a bid to describe a word without actually saying it, racing through as many words as possible in 30-seconds. Sounds straightforward but when the pressure is on, it is much harder than it seems.

There are six different categories and progress around a board is determined by however many correct answers a team achieves. A straightforward challenge that’s easy for everyone to get to grips with.

5. Outsmarted

Up to 24 players can take part in Outsmarted, this immersive quiz game that uses an App to provide a real quiz show feel.

There are 6,500 questions across more than fifty categories and it’s even possible to play remotely so friends and families can come together virtually. The beauty of using an app is that rounds such as the News quiz are up to the minute.

The App controls questions and timings – adapting questions to suit younger participants, meanwhile, players – represented by famous individuals from history including Cleopatra, Leonardo Da Vinci, and Einstein – travel around the board trying to collect different coloured rings.

There are also shades of Who Wants to be a Millionaire, as it’s possible to opt for the 50:50 option, and players can add an extra 30-seconds.

A great and versatile game for different generations to play, whether together or apart.

6. Super Skills

Super Skills can be played by up to ten people making it a great option for a party especially if things are getting a little bit merry!

The first player to win ten challenges takes the prize. There are 120 challenge cards designed to test anyone’s dexterity along with a range of props including ten cups, five balls, four dice, two sets of chopsticks and a sand timer.

This is a great icebreaker making it an invaluable game for team-building events as it will facilitate lots of conversation as well as laughter.

As the game is nice and compact, it is easy to transport.

7. Beat That! – The Bonkers Battle of Wacky Challenges

Continuing the activity challenge theme is: Beat That! – The Bonkers Battle of Wacky Challenges.

Fantastic for parties and family nights, this game involves a little bit of gambling with betting tokens that have different point values.

Using a set of challenge cards, players need to bet on their own ability to complete a challenge – can you bounce two balls into two cups at the same time in 30-seconds? Whoever has the most points at the end of the game, wins!

Simple but hilarious fun for all ages. A great way to test whose confidence matches their ability!

8. LOQ

A word game played against the clock, LOQ is a new addition to the market and can be played by up to 20 players.

With four levels of difficulty, all ages can play and although it has ten rounds the entire game can be completed in just 20-minutes, which would make it ideal for a team-building event with lots of different challenges.

The premise is simple: pick a card and describe as many words or phrases as possible before the timer runs out. There’s a twist, however; each round requires words that can be described or guessed in a certain way.

As LOQ packs up into a compact box so it’s easy to transport.

9. Jenga

Jenga has become such a classic that there are even giant versions! Test your wits and nerves with this building challenge. What’s the best strategy, take it from the bottom, middle, or near the top?

Just try to avoid being the reason why the tower falls!

For you ger players, this is great for their dexterity.

The beauty of this version is that it is easy to transport and store.

10. What do you Meme?

What do you Meme? is a brilliant new game based on our love of phones and…Memes!

For up to 20 players, there are 150 family-friendly “inbox cards” and 300 family-friendly “reply cards. The winner of each round is whoever is judged to have paired a caption card from their hand with the photo card in play.

Light-hearted and easy fun, this is a great game for encouraging creativity! Like an old-fashioned caption competition that’s now updated to reflect our digital age.

Final Thoughts…

To wrap up, board games for five or more players offer a unique mix of fun, strategy, and bonding. Each game we discussed brings its own flavour to the table, ensuring there’s something for everyone. So whether you’re looking to stir up some friendly competition, break the ice,  or work together as a team, these games have got you covered.

Board games for lots of people are a great way to encourage inter-generational play as the creation of teams takes the pressure off youngsters while also ensuring they feel included.

They’re more than just games; they’re a chance to connect with others and create unforgettable memories. Go ahead and turn your next gathering into an event, just don’t forget to bring the snacks!

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