Top 15 Tabletop Board Games for PC
This is my review of the top 15 Tabletop Board Games. As always, I will try my best to be unbiased, but this is a ranking after all so here we are.
What is it about Tabletop Board Games that we love?
Is it the playing style we have grown to love, with the convenience of not having to set up and take down the physical board game? Is it that it is a great way to pass the time with friends that might not be able to be in the same room with you? Is it the feeling we get when we win in the most epic way possible? I believe it is all of these ways combined that make tabletop board games for PC so great.
15. 100% Orange Juice
100% Orange juice is a multiplayer digital board game where you select from a plethora of characters to compete for victory and gather stars. All of this while battling other players.
The goal of the game is to gather six stars. Players must navigate through various challenges to claim victory.
What sets this game apart is its vast array of characters to choose from, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles, as well as its distinctive battle mechanics that keep the gameplay engaging and dynamic.
14. Talisman
In Talisman, choose from a wide variety of characters (each with different abilities). Set them up on a modular board.
The goal of the game is to claim the crown command at the center of the board. Use powerful spells to outmaneuver and eliminate rival characters, paving your path to victory.
What makes this game unique is its modular board design, making no two games alike.
12. Axis and Allies 1942 Online
Axis and Allies is a board game that immerses players into the dynamics of war. The game is a comprehensive simulation of real-world events.
The goal is to lead your troops to victory by capturing strategic territories and controlling crucial resources. To succeed, players must also engage in head-to-head combat with enemy foes.
What makes this game unique is its authentic representation of World War II.
11. Clue/Cluedo: Classic Edition
Clue/Cluedo is a classic mystery game where players navigate unique rooms, wield various weapons and embody distinct characters in their quest to uncover the truth.
The objective is to solve the mystery of who committed the murder of Mr. Body. This is done by inquiring in rooms about different murder weapons and characters.
What sets Clue/Cluedo apart is the twist of the players’ character potentially being the culprit without even knowing it!
10. KARDS- The WW2 Card Game
KARDS- The WW2 Card Game is a strategic deck building game rooted in real World War II battlefield tactics. Construct your deck strategically to complete specific missions, earning gold to expand your arsenal of cards.
The goal is to destroy the enemy’s headquarters through calculated maneuvers and tactical prowess. With mission-specific objectives outlined in the debriefing tab, players must employ various tactics, from blitzkrieg assaults to hunkering down for a long-haul defense.
What makes this game unique is the diverse range of tactics available allowing players to adapt their strategies to the ever changing battlefield.
9. Cultist Simulator
Cultist Simulator is a roguelike narrative experience where the rules of how to play are nonexistent, and the thrill lies in unraveling the gameplay mechanics.
Your goals in the game? Survive by uncovering hidden resources, delving into lore and navigating choices that will shape your character’s destiny. In addition, players must identify and fulfill desires to progress.
What makes this game unique is the immersive ambiance, the haunting music and unique sounds draw players deeper into the mysterious atmosphere.
8. Pummel Party
Pummel Party is a multiplayer game where you and your friends can battle it out for victory! With room for up to eight players, you’ll be scrambling to collect keys scattered across different platforms.
The goal of the game is to gather enough keys to collect the crown. You’ll also steal keys from your friends and cause them to lose health to the point of death!
What makes this game unique is the items you collect and how you are able to strategically use them to inflict damage and gain keys.
7. Risk Global Domination
Risk Global Domination is a strategic game of troop management, continent defense and calculated risks. You decide how to build your armies.
Players engage in turn-based invasions, vying to conquer each other’s territories and ultimately dominate the entire world by defeating all opposing troops.
What makes this game unique is its blend of luck and skill, where players must carefully balance strategic planning with the unpredictability of dice rolls.
6. Dune Imperium
Dune Imperium is a deck building, worker placement style game. Take on the role as the leader of Arrakis.
Four players compete to earn 10 points through conflicts, factional influence and diplomatic maneuvers. Play cards to either progress your standing or hinder your opponents.
What sets this game apart is its basis in the incredible Dune Universe, offering fans a chance to experience the intrigue and strategy of the iconic franchise in a tabletop setting.
5. Talespire
Talespire is an online sandbox game where players can craft their own RPG adventures. With limitless possibilities for storytelling and world manipulation.
The goal of the game is to forge a captivating world for players to explore and guide heroes through compelling quests.
What sets this game apart from others is its flexibility. The world can be shaped and molded into countless ways, challenging the characters to think outside the box.
4. GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game is a battlefield card game set in the immersive universe of The Witcher.
The objective of the game is simple: win two out of three rounds by strategically playing cards with points attached to them, ultimately aiming to have the highest total points on the board at the end of the game.
What sets GWENT apart is its unique layered card system, adding depth and complexity to the traditional card game setup.
3. For the King
For the King is a rogue-like adventure style multiplayer online tabletop board game. The King is dead!
The goal is for you and your friends to help the Queen solve the case of the murder. To unravel the mystery, you’ll undertake quests and brave treacherous dungeons.
What makes this game unique is the maximum level cap of 14, players must start anew after facing defeat, adding an element of challenge and replayability that keeps every playthrough fresh and exciting.
2. Jackbox Party Pack 3
The Jackbox Party Pack 3 is a collection of five engaging games designed to entertain groups of friends. With titles like Quiplash 2, Trivia Murder Party, Guesspionage, Tee K.O., and Fakin’ It, there’s something for every group’s taste.
While the goals vary in each game, they all follow a similar structure. Two rounds where players earn points that lead up to a final round that raises the stakes.
What makes this game unique is its innovative use of mobile devices as controllers, allowing for seamless gameplay and easy participation for everyone involved.
1. Terraformers
Terraformers is a game reminiscent of roguelikes with a progression system unlocking increasingly more powerful abilities. Players must select between two leaders, each with distinct abilities.
Then embark on a mission to explore, build and expand your colony on Mars while ensuring the approval rating of the inhabitants remains above zero percent.
What makes this game unique is its innovative fusion of multiple game genres into one cohesive experience focused on the ambitious task of colonizing Mars.
Form a base on mars with access to different research and resources.
