7 Best Religious Board Games of 2025 Reviewed
Discover the best religious board games! We share our top picks for fun, faith-filled play that’s perfect for new players.
7 Best Religious Board Games: A Fun Path to Faith and Strategy!
Picking the best religious board games is no small feat—especially when half our group gets lost reading rules, and the other half just wants to laugh. For this list, we focused on games with strong religious themes, easy-to-grasp gameplay, and great ways to learn something new. We looked for games you can play with friends or family, whether you believe or just love a good theme. You won’t find boring sermons here—just clever challenges, epic moments, and one or two games that made us laugh out loud or almost flip the table.
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7 The Ark of the Covenant
We chose The Ark of the Covenant because it’s the classic Carcassonne with a holy twist. Once, our friend tried to score points by ‘wandering in the wilderness’. He misunderstood the rules, but at least it made for a biblical laugh. You place tiles to build roads, cities, and temples, but you also move the Ark, earning points along the way. It’s a gentle entry for anyone who wants a religious theme without drowning in complexity. A perfect option for family get-togethers or Sunday afternoons, and it never gets old seeing who claims the Ark next.
6 The Journeys of Paul
Pure nostalgia hit when we played The Journeys of Paul. You follow the Apostle Paul’s epic trips, spreading religious messages across ancient lands. It’s a race to convert towns before the Romans mess up your plans. We found ourselves yelling, ‘Not another shipwreck!’ when things went wrong. It gives you a nice blend of education and luck, and helps new players get involved without needing a theology degree. Best for those who like some history in their religious gaming.
5 Kingdom of Solomon
Kingdom of Solomon turns us into ancient property tycoons, building up the kingdom and constructing Solomon’s Temple. There’s worker placement, trading, and just enough backstabbing to make your grandma raise an eyebrow. Our group had one player who insisted on ‘wise trades’—let’s just say he didn’t win, but he did get the most sheep. It’s engaging and clever, keeping the religious theme strong without being preachy.
4 The Bible Game
If you grew up fighting over Sunday school snacks, The Bible Game will feel oddly familiar. It’s pretty much Bible trivia, but the board helps liven things up. You win by answering questions and moving across the board, trying not to land in ‘Wilderness’. We discovered who the real Bible nerds in our group were—shout out to Jessie for her Solomon fact-speedrun. It’s fun, light, and definitely family-friendly for a religious game night.
3 Commissioned
Commissioned had us acting like apostles—kind of. We worked together to spread the religious word across the Mediterranean, facing setbacks and tough choices. It’s a cooperative game, which means you’ll debate, cheer, and sometimes blame each other for failed missions. The art and theme are top-notch, and it’s the only game where Peter got exiled because someone forgot to draw a faith card (sorry, Pete). Great for players who like board games with a big sense of teamwork.
2 Exodus: Proxima Centauri
Bet you didn’t expect a sci-fi twist! Exodus: Proxima Centauri isn’t strictly about Moses, but it popped up in our religious game night because ‘Exodus’ is right there in the name. We laughed a lot at the idea of space Egyptians chasing interstellar Hebrews. It’s a heavy strategy game with area control and negotiation, perfect for religious players who want something out of this world. (Pun very much intended!)
1 Ark Nova
We crown Ark Nova the best religious-themed board game for new players, and here’s why: While technically about building a zoo, it lets us play the role of caretakers for all creatures, which is a very ‘stewardship’ kind of vibe found in many religious beliefs. We laughed so hard when our friend ‘accidentally’ filled their zoo with only reptiles. Easy to teach, always engaging, and each playthrough feels meaningful. It’s the best because everyone finds something to enjoy—strategy lovers, animal fans, and those seeking a thoughtful, almost spiritual experience.
