The best board games for bored families
What better time to enjoy playing a board game together than the stupefying fuzziness of the Christmas period? But, before you blow the dust of the Scrabble set, why not consider something a little newer?
These six board games might all be 21st century creations, but they're still good old-fashioned fun.
Whether you like strategy or storytelling, these are bound to help beat cabin fever during Christmas and New Year. Shall we play?
What is it? A phenomenally successful Kickstarter game illustrated by the cartoonists behind webcomic The Oatmeal. Exploding kittens is written with our fondness for goats and kittens in mind, with funny, random illustrations on every card. It's inexpensive and simple to learn.
Best for: 2-4 players aged 7 and up.
How do I win? By not drawing an exploding kitten card, which eliminates you from the game.
Top tip: The party version allows up to 10 players.
