Best Paranormal Activity Board Games to Play in 2025
Discover the eerie world of paranormal activity with these top board games. Perfect for spine-chilling nights with friends!
Ever had a night where you wanted more goosebumps than sleep? Our list of the 5 best board games with paranormal activity will do just that! We focus on games with immersive storytelling, spooky atmosphere, and plenty of surprises. These games promise a thrilling ride with apparitions, spooky halls, and investigative adventures. Our group of friends loves these hauntingly good picks for their unique mechanics and spine-chilling fun. So gather your bravest pals, turn down the lights, and get ready to explore the world of the unseen with these top choices. It’s time for some paranormal activity like never before!
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5 Betrayal at House on the Hill
We love Betrayal at House on the Hill because it turns the spooky dial up to eleven. You and your friends explore a haunted mansion. Sounds normal, right? But then, one of you will become a traitor, making the game turn into a chaotic mess of paranormal activity! Every game feels different since there are 50 unique ‘haunts’. It’s great for re-playability, and you feel like you’re stuck in a spooky horror movie. Plus, the game keeps you on your toes with plot twists and surprise elements. We once had a session where my friend, who shall remain nameless (Gary), was the traitor, and he ended up spilling his drink all over the game board. Ghosts were definitely involved!
4 Mysterium
Mysterium is like Clue on steroids. It’s a dreamy, spooky adventure where one player is a ghost giving clues to the other players, who are psychics. Together, you solve the mystery of the ghost’s death. It’s all about those paranormal vibes without causing too many nightmares. The artwork is stunning, and we can’t get enough of those mysterious illustrations. Once, during a game night, our friend Julia started creeping us out with her spot-on ghostly impressions. We were convinced she was a medium in her past life, but then again, she also thinks she’s a cat sometimes.
3 Paranormal Detectives
If you’ve ever wanted to solve a crime with a ghost on your side, this game is for you. The ghost player communicates with the detectives through tarot cards, and other eerie methods. Think charades but way cooler because it involves paranormal activity! It’s fun for both the ghost and the detectives. We had a blast when our friend Bob tried being all serious about the clues, but halfway through, he couldn’t stop giggling at his own terrible ghost puns. It’s a lighter game, perfect for some laughs and creative thinking.
2 Ghost Stories
Ghost Stories is intense. We mean, really intense. You’re monks defending a village from a ghostly invasion. The game is hard, like ‘dark souls’ of board gaming. Every turn involves strategic decisions, and the ghosts never give you a break. It’s a cooperative game, so you have to get along with your friends (or at least try to). We have yet to win against the boss ghost. Once, my buddy Chad almost flipped the table in frustration. But that’s what makes it thrilling and keeps us coming back. Don’t worry, the table survived!
1 Arkham Horror
Arkham Horror takes the crown for the ultimate paranormal activity experience. It’s based on the stories of H.P. Lovecraft, so expect cosmic horror and mind-bending twists. The game is massive with countless expansions, making it the gift that keeps on giving. You investigate mysterious events in a small town and try to stop the Ancient Ones from waking up. It’s complex, rewarding, and full of lore. We once had a weekend dedicated to cracking the mysteries. By the end, we were so wrapped up, we almost believed our street held portals to other dimensions. It’s the best because it combines depth, strategy, and a truly spooky atmosphere.
