Spring break is all about fun and relaxation, and what better way to bring everyone together than with some great games? Whether you’re looking to entertain the kids, enjoy quality family time, or sneak in some fun after the kids are asleep, we’ve got the perfect picks for your spring break gaming lineup. We’ve even included some travel-friendly options for your next vacation adventure!
When kids need to keep themselves entertained, these games will spark imagination, sharpen skills, and guarantee plenty of smiles:
Unlock! Kids
Age: 6+ / Players: 1-4 / Duration: 15-30 minutes
A cooperative escape room experience that’s perfect for young puzzle solvers. With exciting scenarios, kids can dive into fascinating stories while solving mysteries! Three extraordinary stories, filled with puzzles, riddles, and surprises, with materials and rules especially designed for kids. No app, no need to read the rules thanks to the tutorial, and two outcomes for each adventure, for more replayability.
My First Unlock! – Duck Stories
Age: 4+ / Players: 1-4 / Duration: 15-30 minutes
A simpler version of the classic Unlock! made just for younger adventurers, designed to let them explore on their own without frustration. Explore three adventures with the help of Hucky Duck! My First Unlock! is a cooperative game. Choose one of the three adventures to play together with the help of Hucky Duck. To win, you need to connect all the adventure’s missions in the right order. Look carefully at the cards to find the solutions and you may discover some surprises!
Spot it!
Age: 6+ / Players: 2-8 / Duration: <15 minutes
A fast-paced game of observation and matching. Compact and easy to learn, it’s ideal for quick sessions of fun anywhere! With dozens of awards and possible versions married to elegant gameplay, Spot it! has become a global phenomenon.
Ghost Blitz
Age: 8+ / Players: 2-8 / Duration: 15-30 minutes
Watch the kids giggle as they race to grab the right object in this hilariously fast reaction game. Five large wooden items in five colors stand in the middle of the table. In each round, players turn over one card that shows two items in two different colors. Now the players have to realize as quick as lightning which item to look for. If neither figure is depicted in its original color, you have to grab the item whose shape or color cannot be found on the card. But if an item is depicted in its original color, this item has to be grabbed. If you are right, you win the card. The player with the most cards in the end wins.
For those precious, calm moments with the family, these games offer bonding time in a relaxed atmosphere:
Dixit Kids
Age: 6+ / Players: 3-6 / Duration: 15-30 minutes
Let creativity flow as you share imaginative stories inspired by stunning artwork. A perfect game for sparking conversations and fostering creativity in kids. In the cooperative children’s game Dixit Kids, you work together to invite as many guests as possible to Swift Rabbit’s big birthday party! In each round, one of you takes on the role of Swift Rabbit. They visit a rabbit burrow and choose one of the rabbits to be their birthday guest. Swift Rabbit then selects a card from their hand that matches the guest’s mood: this card is the invitation. All the other players are courier rabbits. They must deliver the invitation to the rabbit Swift Rabbit didn’t choose. Then they must find the invitation so that as many guests as possible can make it to the party on time. If enough guests arrive before the week is over, you win the game together.
Splendor Kids
Age: 6+ / Players: 2-4 / Duration: 15-30 minutes
A simplified, family-friendly twist on the beloved strategy game. Collect gems, build cards, and aim for greatness—perfect for kids and parents alike! Be the first to complete your royal mission and become the most prestigious traveler! Use your resources to feed the inhabitants and travel across the realm of Splendor. Be the first to reach the city to win!
Chromino
Age: 6+ / Players: 1-8 / Duration: 30-45 minutes
A calming yet strategic game of colorful tile placement. It’s easy to learn, but offers plenty of depth for a thoughtful gaming experience. Use colors instead of numbers as a new way to keep your mind alert. Each turn, players place one Chromino tile in contact with another one already on the table. At least two of its colors must touch and match adjacent pieces. When a player has cannot place a tile, they must draw a new one. The first player to place all their Chominos wins!
Looking to amp up the energy or laugh out loud together? Here are a few high-energy games the whole family will love:
Brick Like This!
Age: 7+ / Players: 2-8 / Duration: <15 minutes
A building challenge game that turns fast talking into hilarious competition. In Brick Like This! Teams of two, one Instructor and one Builder, are tasked with building a shape out of LEGO bricks. The Instructor will tell the Builder how to build a shape on a Shape Card that only the Instructor can see. All teams play at the same time, racing to build their shapes the fastest. The winner is the team with the most points at the end of six rounds!
Exploding Kittens
Age: 7+ / Players: 2-5 / Duration: <15 minutes
This cheeky game of strategy and chaos will have everyone laughing as you try to avoid drawing the dreaded exploding kitten card! Exploding Kittens is a highly-strategic, kitty powered version of Russian Roulette. Players draw cards until somebody draws an Exploding Kitten, at which point they explode and are out of the game. To avoid exploding, they can defuse the kitten with a laser pointer or catnip sandwich OR use powerful action cards to move or avoid the Exploding Kitten. Betray your friends. Try not to explode. The last player left alive wins.
Bloops
Age: 8+ / Players: 2-5 / Duration: <15 minutes
A fun and fast-paced game for players of any age. Perfect for some light-hearted action! In this blind discard game, the goal is to end up with the lowest score.
You start with 6 hidden cards, half of which you can memorize. Try to get rid of the highest values, manipulate the game with effects… If you have a goldfish memory, you’re likely to draw!
When it’s time for grown-ups to unwind after a long day, these games bring just the right touch of fun:
Postcards
Age: 8+ / Players: 1-4 / Duration: 45-60 minutes
Postcards is a game of exploration and strategy for both competitive and solo play. Get on your bike and explore France’s 13 stunning regions in this fast-paced strategy game!
Move across the map, collect postcards, and establish camps to unlock exciting bonuses. Stick stamps to send your postcards and earn valuable points. Every decision matters as you plan your route, optimize your actions, and race to become the most seasoned traveler!
Dewan
Age: 10+ / Players: 2-4 / Duration: 45-60 minutes
Dive into a deep and strategic game that’s as engaging as it is rewarding for adult players. Dewan is a competitive area placement game. Collect Terrain cards and spend them to strategically place your Camps on the Territory. Make the best use of terrain and resources so that you can satisfy the requirements on your Story tiles. Along the way, gather Berries and master Fire to earn additional valuable victory points.
Duel for Cardia
Age: 9+ / Players: 2-4 / Duration: 15-30 minutes
A two-player game filled with clever strategies. Perfect for date night or friendly rivalry! As a sign of gratitude for his release, a powerful djinn created the wonderful city of Cardia. Legend has it that whoever defeats the four factions and seizes their powerful sigil rings will rule the city. Duel for Cardia is a fast-paced, strategic card game for two players: choose your cards wisely to defeat your opponent.
Pack these travel-friendly games to keep the fun going wherever you are:
Piles!
Age: 8+ / Players: 2-8 / Duration: <15 minutes
A card game that’s compact, easy to learn, and full of entertainment for the whole family. A fast-paced free-for-all with no turns and no time to waste. Don’t fold under pressure. Only the best with the mess will win this race. If you enjoy fun, classic games, then you’ll love this easy to learn family game.
Azul Mini
Age: 8+ / Players: 2-4 / Duration: 30-45 minutes
The beloved tile-placement game, now in a smaller, portable version! Perfect for gaming on the go. Azul practically needs no introduction! This now classic game of tile-collecting and wall-decorating returns in a new MINI edition. This edition is perfect to take along with you anywhere you go. Now, there’s nothing stopping you from playing Azul anywhere, anytime.
Happy Mochi
Age: 8+ / Players: 2-6 / Duration: 15-30 minutes
An adorable and fun game that kids and adults alike will love. In Happy Mochi, you will have to discard your cards, but without rearranging them in your hand, nor combining cards that are not next to each other. Quick to learn and irresistibly cute, this game is an instant favorite.
This spring break, whether you’re at home, on an exciting vacation, or enjoying those quiet evenings, there’s a game for every moment. From family bonding to solo fun for the kids, these thoughtfully picked games will make your holiday unforgettable. 🎉
Which of these games will you add to your spring break lineup?
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