Azul Tile-Laying Board Game

~$40 typical price

An abstract game for two to four players who draft colorful tiles to decorate a palace wall, with chunky pieces and short rules.

Why it makes a great gift

Easy to teach in five minutes, with real decisions, so it works for both new and experienced players.

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~$25

Easy to teach a ten-year-old and still interesting to an eighty-year-old, so the whole family can sit down at one table.

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~$50

Days of Wonder Ticket to Ride

Simple to learn, perfect for family game night.

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~$28

EXIT: The Game Magic of Christmas Advent Calendar

It gives a couple or a family one shared puzzle to crack every evening instead of a chocolate eaten in seconds.

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~$50

Everyone wins or loses together, which suits groups and couples who'd rather not compete.

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