Board games have gained popularity among 16- to 25-year-olds, who are now putting them “at the heart” of their social life, Koegler said.
An international barometer compiled by Asmodee and Kantar in 2026 showed that 74% of the so-called “Gen Z” thought that in-person experiences were more important than digital ones.
Good for you 16-25 year olds. You’ve cracked the code.
Some solid games for starting out.
2 Players ----
Jaipur
Targi
Innovation
Star Realms
More Players —
It’s a Wonderful World
Inis (more complex)
Hero Realms
Port Royal
Dixit
Azul