No matter what electronic gizmos or technological marvels are developed each year, the traditional board game has remained a favourite with young and old year after year. Gadgets will come and go but board games are here to stay. Here’s a list of the most popular board games on sale this Christmas. There are a few new names but you’ll be familiar with most of them?
Monopoly
It seems to have been around for ever and a day but Monopoly is still one of the most popular games around. It just goes to show that you can’t beat a good idea and Monopoly is one the best.
Perhaps Monopoly’s success can be attributed to the fact that it has moved and developed with the times by introducing different versions? Although the original board game is still the top seller there are now many versions including games based on local cities, football teams , luxury and even personalised versions.
One of the most popular versions of this best selling game is the Monopoly Here and Now World Edition. The game features 22 cities around the world and introduces a monopoly credit card and digital banking device to keep track of your wealth.
Cluedo
A family favourite for over 50 years Cluedo has been given a make-over this year and is tipped to feature in the top selling list yet again.
The updated version still has the familiar characters and theme but the board have been improved with the addition of some decent graphics and the playing pieces have also been improved.
The objective of the game remains unchanged, however, and will keep you and your family occupied as you battle your wits to discover who has committed the deadly deed? Forget CSI, this is real detective work as you gradually eliminate each of the suspects from your enquiry and finally reveal who the murderer is?
Pictionery
Pictionery is one of those ideas that are brilliant because they are so simple.
Pick a word and without saying anything a sketch a series clues with pencil and paper to help your fellow contestants guess what the word is.
The word can be simple or it can be complicated – either way you’ll have great fun?.
The game comes complete a timer, game board, drawing pads and even pencils. A great game for all members of the family, both young and old, to play and enjoy.
