Best 6 Player Board Games in 2026

RULE THE GRID 4 THE WIN: With this classic Connect 4 game, featuring a sleek modern style, players go head-to-head as they try to get 4 of the same color discs in a row to win

EXCITING STRATEGY GAME: Challenge a friend to rule the grid! Strategy drives the competition in this Connect 4 board game. Line 'em up, block opponents, and be the first to get 4 in a row to win

MODERN STYLE & COOL COLORS: The Connect 4 Classic Grid kids game takes the popular game one step further with a sleek style and cool colors to keep players glued to the grid

YOUR GOAL: Try to get as few points as possible through flipping, trading and collecting cards over the course of several rounds. This is only possible as long as a player has not uncovered all his cards, because then ends a round. So beware, keep a close eye on the game and be cautious and wary of the other player's actions!

LOTS OF FUN for your friends and family. SKYJO is an entertaining card game that is lots of fun for kids and even older game enthusiasts (adults).

FAST GAME START: Easy to learn game rules! Includes a short manual with pictures. Ideal for a short game in-between other activities and as staple game for exciting evenings. A turn-based and time flexible game.

Tile by tile, terror by terror, build your own haunted mansion - and then try to escape it alive.

With 50 blood-curdling scenarios, each trip to the house on the hill promises fresh horrors.

Players must work together to survive the nightmare.

THIS IS AN EXTENSION TO THE CATAN STRATEGY BOARD GAME BASE: You will need a CATAN Base Game in order to play with this extension. Add 1-2 more friends or family without sacrificing ease of play. Add green and brown player pieces and expand your island with 2 more harbors and 11 additional terrain tiles. Up to 6 players can now enjoy CATAN with this extension.

NOW 3 to 6 PLAYERS CAN ENJOY THIS STRATEGY GAME: Trade, build and settle the Island of CATAN in this addictively fun strategy game previously called Settlers of CATAN. Players control their own civilization and look to spread across a modular hex board in a competition for victory points.

FUN GAME WITH COUNTLESS REPLAY OPPORTUNITES: The completely variable board provides great value through nearly limitless replayability. You’ll never have to play the same game twice. Looking for new adventures? Try CATAN expansions (Note: Expansions require CATAN base game to play).

THE ORIGINAL GUESSING GAME: Kids can have loads of fun as they use yes or no question to guess each other's mystery character to win the game

GUESS PEOPLE OR SUPERHEROES: This edition of the Guess Who? game for kids includes 2 sets of double-sided character sheets with classic characters and superhero characters

CLASSIC GUESS WHO? GAMEPLAY: If you loved playing the classic Guess Who? game when you were a kid, you can have a great time introducing new generations to this edition of the mystery board game

THE DAWN OF A NEW AGE: Explore the latest reimagining of the Twilight Imperium saga with this epic fourth edition. The galaxy stirs once more, and the great races are again looking beyond their borders into the far reaches of space. Mecatol Rex, the jewel of galactic civilization, awaits the one who would be so bold as to take up the mantle of Emperor.

SCI-FI STRATEGY BOARD GAME: In this game of galactic conquest, each player takes command of one of seventeen unique civilizations to compete for interstellar supremacy through warfare, trade, uncertain allegiances, and political dominance. Negotiate your way to victory or overrun your foes with military might - the choice is yours.

THRILLING AND COMPETITIVE: Every faction offers a completely different play experience, from the wormhole-hopping Ghosts of Creuss to the Emiratates of Hacan, masters of trade. Each of these races have many paths to victory, but only one will sit upon the throne of Mecatol Rex as the new masters of the galaxy.

QUICK GAME OF SMART QUESTIONS - Divide yourselves up in teams, or play one on one, ask up to 10 questions to guess the animal on the Game Card! Is it a carnivore? Is it a domestic animal? Does it live in groups? Think hard, ask intelligent questions and the be the first player to win 7 Game Cards!

STRATEGIZE YOUR WAY TO VICTORY - Make use of exciting features such as Clue Cards and Bonus Questions to plan your way to winning 7 cards.

AWARD WINNING FUN FOR THE FAMILY - Winner Of The 2023 National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA) and the 2022 Parents' Picks Awards. This is the most exciting game you’ll find for Family Game Night that can be thoroughly enjoyed by all ages 6 and up!

Fun game for ages 5 and up: Just 2 players are needed to play the trouble board game; engages kids ages 5 and up

2-4 players: The trouble game is a fun activity for play dates, after school, and family time; Enjoy playing the game with 2, 3, or 4 players

Power up spaces: The game instructions include options for playing the classic trouble game or using power up spaces

Grab Friends: This game is designed for ages 17+. Encouraged to be played with 3+ players.

Get Girls Night Started: Whoever has most Instagram followers goes first, rolling the die. Whichever side of the die lands face-up, take the top card from the corresponding color deck. Read it aloud to the group & perform whatever action is on the card. Some cards involve just that player, some require the whole group. The player to their left then rolls the die & the game continues like this. Every winning card gets you a point. 1 Card = 1 Point. The player with the most cards at the end wins!

What's Inside: 400 cards -- 80 of each of the 5 different colored game cards (pink, blue, purple, orange and green). Each colored deck represents a different mini-game, ranging from sleepover classics such as “if you’ve ever,” to dares and more. Also includes a 6 sided colored die and instructions.

THIS IS AN EXPANSION TO COSMIC ENCOUNTER: This is not a standalone product. A copy of the Cosmic Encounter Core Set is required to play.

AN AGE OF UNCERTAINTY IS HERE: Turmoil has spread throughout the Cosmos and a new group of alients hope to take advantage of it. How will these hopeful rulers attempt to seize power? Only time will tell.

EXCITING NEW GAME DYNAMICS: In this exciting expansion for Cosmic Encounter, 20 new alien species explode onto the galaxy! Players will now shudder at the insidious kindness of the Empath, blink in confusion at the antics of the Lunatic, and howl in outrage as their planets are stolen away by the Claw!

In this third expansion to Wingspan, we welcome new species to our habitats by exploring the vibrant, intriguing, and magnificent birds of Asia

A stand-alone game for 1 player or 2 players (Duet mode that can be used with any bird/bonus cards)

A card expansion to the original Wingspan (any bird/bonus cards across any Wingspan game or expansion can be combined)

THIS IS AN EXPANSION TO COSMIC ENCOUNTER: This is not a standalone product. A copy of the Cosmic Encounter Core Set is required to play.

A NEW COSMIC AGE HAS ARRIVED: Time has passed in the Cosmos, and a new cast of characters has taken the stage. How will these fresh faces affect the delicate Cosmic balance of power? Only time will tell!

EXCITING NEW GAME DYNAMICS: In this exciting expansion for Cosmic Encounter, 20 new alien species explode onto the galaxy! Players will face the sticky terror of the Fungus, scratch their heads at the perplexing Magician, and shudder in fear as the Locust consumes their planets in one gulp.

THE EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER: You’ll be feeling all warm & fuzzy one minute; seething with vengeance the next! Meet Mantis - a cutthroat card game of rainbows and revenge. There are only two rules: Steal or Score! With the simplicity of UNO and the depth of Gin Rummy, it’s one of the card games for families that should be part of any collection. In every set, you’ll find 105 cards with original artwork by The Oatmeal, 1 comic book you’ll want to flaunt on your coffee table, and a manual.

HOW TO PLAY: Collect matching sets of cards, steal cards from opponents, try not to catch feelings! The aim of the game? Be the first player to get 10 or more cards in your score pile. It will take strategy. Some calculated risks. A bit of x-ray vision. And a whole lot of good-hearted thieving! The beauty of Mantis? It works as a card game for kids and is one of the adult party games you’ll want to play on repeat. Little ones aged 7 and up can easily get in on the fun. Suitable for 2-6 players.

QUICK PLAY ACTION: We all need that one card game. The one that doesn’t take ages to set up or play. The one you can whip out for a quick game before dinner. The one you can throw in your pocket and wage war against boredom wherever you roam. This is THAT game. It takes just a few seconds to learn and rounds can be knocked out in under 15 minutes. Carry it to the bar. Tag it along on road trips. Take it camping. Bring it to work, play during breaks, and get a new nickname - Mantis!

The Winner Is The Player With The Most Teeth Remaining At The End Of The Game

A Life Journey Game For 2-6 Fun-Loving Players, Age 13+

Playing Time 1-2 Hours

GAME TO TRAIN THE BRAIN: The Q-bitz game is a great way to say goodbye to boredom and challenge your mind all at once. Practice your symmetry, visual dexterity, quick thinking, and competitive nature. Q-bitz stimulates the brain to use spatial reasoning and memory skill making it perfect for both the classroom and at home.

THREE WAYS TO PLAY: With Q-bitz, it's not the same game over and over again. You get 80 different puzzle cards that you can compete to complete in 3 different ways. That's over 200 different ways to play. Combine that with different friends and you have a new experience every time.

COMPREHENSIBLE GAME PLAY: Each game contains three rounds, each round with a different card. Players puzzle over how to recreate the patterns on the game cards using their set of 16 cubes. The first player to match the pattern wins the card. The player with the most cards, wins the game.

Tense Teamwork: You and your friends are in the castle desperately strategizing and playing cards to defend your towers from a charging horde of monsters.

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Choose Your Challenge: Play this value-packed cooperative board game for adults and kids in 4 different ways. Fight alone, work together, become the Master Slayer, or survive an all-vs-1 battle.

STRATEGY GAME - PLAN YOUR WAY TO VICTORY: Develop the landscape of a medieval fortress city one tile at a time. Whether blocking a city's growth or connecting with your opponent’s road to share the points, Carcassonne provides plenty of ways to use your cunning and outsmart your opponents.

ONE STEP AT A TIME TILE-PLACEMENT GAME: Players fill in the countryside around the medieval fortified city, choosing from tiles that depict cities, roads, monasteries, and fields; each new tile creates an ever-expanding board on which players can then add their followers.

JACK OF ALL TRADES: Followers can take many different roles (knights, monks, farmers, or thieves) determined by the type of tile on which they're placed. Each role scores points differently, so you'll need careful planning to make the best use of your followers.

STRATEGY GAME: Adventure awaits any swashbuckler brave enough to command a fleet. Conquer islands to gain valuable resources. Build and upgrade your ships with masts and cannons. Wage war against rival captains and rule the seas.

EASY TO LEARN: The thematic and intuitive gameplay allows new players to quickly grasp the rules and will have you helming your battleship through the Caribbean in no time. The rulebook also contains an overview guide for easy understanding.

HIGH REPLAYABILITY: The game board is created by combining six different double-sided ocean tiles which create a unique map configuration each time you play. You’ll never play the same map twice, encouraging you to explore new strategies.

Calliope Presents: An award winning game that is fun for any experience level, easy to learn & quick to play. Use strategy & luck to stay on the path to victory in this light & entertaining game

Family Strategy Game: The board changes every time you play the game, making it unique and fun for adults and kids. Players are challenged to create and travel the Path as it builds before them

Never the same game twice: The Path is an ever-changing mystery. With each turn, the maze grows and you must anticipate other players' next moves. The wisest player will remain on their Path

EXCITING NEW HEADBAND CHOICES: 6 fun, new headbands for players to choose from, including a cat, crown, unicorn, pirate and more!

NEW CARDS AND ART ILLUSTRATIONS: Cards feature a brand-new art style and new items that the entire family will love.

EXCITING FAST-PACED FAMILY GAME: On your turn, flip over the timer and start asking yes/no questions to figure out the card shown in your headband!

Head to Miami and get caught up in the nostalgic feeling as you relive your favorite memories from the classic television show The Golden Girls in this unique and collectible Monopoly game. A great gift for fans of The Golden Girls show and a perfect game that you won't want to pass up.

Buy, sell, and trade your way to victory as you collect properties featuring locations from the show including The Lanai, Shady Pines, and Hollingsworth Manor - you’ll even find one of Miami’s hottest spots around, Blanche’s bedroom!

Featuring 6 custom sculpted player tokens - Cheesecake, Stan’s Toupee, Rose’s Teddy Bear Fernando, Sophia’s Purse, Blanche’s Hand Mirror, and a Candied Herring

FAST-DEALING PROPERTY TRADING GAME: It’s a Family Game Night staple! Players buy, sell, dream, and scheme their way to riches with the Monopoly board game

BUY, SELL, AND TRADE TO WIN: Players compete to buy out neighborhoods, sell properties, charge rent, and grow an empire in the Monopoly game for adults and kids ages 8 and up

BUILD HOUSES AND HOTELS: Love that feeling when an opponent lands on an owned property? In this be-loved family board game, the more players build, the more rent money they can collect. Cha-ching!

A CATAN ADVENTURE FOR FLEDGLING SWASHBUCKLERS! CATAN Junior lets younger players experience the world of CATAN by introducing a simpler playing style. Designed for players as young as 6, it's the perfect introduction to the CATAN series of games for kids and families.

ADVENTURE GAME: CATAN Junior takes place on a ring of tropical isles—including the mysterious Spooky Island, home of the Ghost Captain. Each island generates a specific resource - wood, goats, molasses, or cutlasses. You can also find gold. Just watch out for the dreaded Ghost Captain!

STRATEGY BOARD GAME FOR KIDS: Start with 2 pirate lairs and build ships in order to expand your network. The more lairs you build, the more resources you may receive. Use your resources to build ships, lairs, or to get help from the wise Coco the Parrot. You can even trade in the nearby market. The first player to control 7 pirate lairs wins!

Who will build the best Tiny Town?

Whoever builds the most prosperous Tiny Town wins!

45-60 minute playtime offers ample amount of time to try different strategies!

Now play Rummikub with even more players!

It's easy to learn, but packed with strategy

Players take turns placing numbered tiles in runs and groups rummy style

THIS IS AN EXPANSION TO THE CATAN STRATEGY BOARD GAME BASE: You will need a CATAN Base Game in order to play with this expansion. In CATAN SEAFARERS, you control a group of bold seafaring settlers exploring and taming the wild, uncharted Isles of CATAN. Embark on an epic quest to settle the home island, build ships, and chart nearby waters

FUN GAME WITH COUNTLESS REPLAY OPPORTUNITIES: The completely variable board provides great value through nearly limitless replayability. You will never have to play the same game twice. Looking for new adventures? Try CATAN expansions (Note: Expansions require CATAN base game to play)

BUILD AND/OR JOIN A COMMUNITY: Whether you play as a family, a board game group, or via video conference as you stay at home, CATAN is a social game that provides plenty of opportunities for player interaction. You may even find yourself exploring the exciting world of CATAN tournaments

STORYTELLING GAME: Dixit is the classic, simple, lighthearted game of storytelling and guesswork where your imagination unlocks the tale. Every picture tells a story – but what story will your picture tell?

CREATIVE GUESSING GAME: Each round, one player selects a card and thinks up a clue inspired by the card. The other players all choose cards that they think match the clue. The cards are shuffled and then revealed. Players secretly vote for the card that best matches the narrator's story. The player whose card is chosen scores points.

ENGAGING DREAMLIKE ILLUSTRATIONS: Dixit features 84 cards with original artwork illustrated by Marie Cardouat that depicts fantastical situations. The gorgeous art brings your imagination into unexplored realms as you try to challenge and delight your fellow players.

WHATS IN A NAME: Aggravation, comes from capturing an opponent's piece by landing on their space, known as "aggravating".

THE OBJECT: Two to six players compete in this classic game of race around the board from base to home. Be the first player to move your marbles around the board and reach home.

THE PLAY: Take shortcuts to “zip” ahead. Or, try the super shortcut and shoot across the board! There are no safe spaces where player’s marbles can’t be captured.

WORDY-FUN: Word-a-Melon is the family-fun word search game by Bananagrams

FLIP THOSE TILES: Take turns rolling the die, flipping the cardboard letter chips and creating words with the overturned letters

USE YOUR MELON: Unused letters are flipped back over so players must be sure to remember where they are!

ALL ABOARD FOR YOUR VERY FIRST JOURNEY WITH TICKET TO RIDE: Easy to learn and quick to play, Ticket to Ride First Journey is the perfect introduction to the Ticket to Ride board game series. Climb aboard and embark on your very own North American railway adventure!

FAST-PACED STRATEGY BOARD GAME: Players collect train cards, claim routes on the map, and try to connect the cities shown on their tickets to achieve victory. The game ends when one player completes six tickets, claiming the Golden Ticket as their prize.

EASY TO LEARN: First Journey offers unique rules designed for a younger audience that retain the strategy, charm, and fun of the original Ticket to Ride. The whole family will enjoy claiming routes and completing Tickets!