15 Best Board Games of 2023 to Play in 2026

So many games hit our table last year, our shelves nearly buckled! In search of the best board games of 2023, we focused on games that mixed fun with easy rules. If a game didn’t get us laughing, thinking, or shouting at our friends (in mostly friendly ways), it didn’t make the cut. We wanted games that anyone can pick up, even if they’ve just escaped a Monopoly marathon. Whether you like bluffing, strategy, or just rolling a lot of dice, our list tackles it all. Get ready for our picks of the best board games of 2023!