Board games are a form of entertainment that has been with us for thousands of years and that most fans still lets them reminisce about old times accompanied by their best friends. In addition, in recent times we have seen an explosion of novelties in the heat of a fashion that has returned them to the forefront of the favorite toys for those who, above all, have not given up the experience of getting together in partnership and spending unforgettable afternoons. creating empires, answering questions, solving murders or buying property.
A fashion with a lot of tradition
Although board games are a form of leisure that human beings have developed for many years (some remains date back 5.000 years), those of us who have lived in these times have seen how those wonders that are designed to be played on a board and with a worked set of cards, they made the leap to the digital format. From the table in the living room or the living room to the screens of computers and consoles, to those of tablets and smartphones.
Now, we already know that it is not the same, that surely this experience is not even similar to that of the original board game with its premium version of figurines and so on, but are kept as a useful tool to pass the time in company when we don't have the original toy at hand. So, in a fit of nostalgia, we have decided to list all those board game classics that have made the leap to electronic format and that are worth keeping on hand, in case you decide to play a few games in an afternoon with friends that goes wrong By the way, just above you have one of the first digital versions of a board game... guess what it is?
The best board game video games
We are going to list the cases of those titles that have already been a success in their lives as board games and that, on computers, consoles, tablets and mobiles, have been revived to wheedle a new generation that doesn't seem to be interested in anything beyond what happens on those screens. So without further ado, we begin:
Trivial Pursuit Live! 2
The most recent of the adaptations of a Parker Brothers classic such as the Trivial Pursuit from 1979 and which now belongs to the Hasbro brand. Surely you all remember those first adaptations for computers from the 80s that caused a sensation, although this time Trivial Pursuit Live! 2 It is more complete and offers a more advanced show: several participants on screen, a television quiz format and many questions to answer to win the now legendary cheeses. On top of that, it has a Twitch mode that will delight those who want to take this contest to the gaming broadcasting platform par excellence. You have it available on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and Stadia.
View offer on AmazonMonopoly (Madness)
Hasbro's classic game is one of the guest stars at parties with friends or family. Who has not ruined everyone who accompanied him after a couple of master purchases in the most expensive neighborhood? In addition, this success has been reinforced on many occasions with a huge number of adaptations to the world of video games, both on consoles and computers and mobile phones or tablets, One of the most realistic, compared to the original, you have it available thanks to Marmalade Game Studio in the App Store and the Play Store for iOS and Android, respectively.
But the latest video game based on the board game comes from Ubisoft: Monopoly Madness, Which is a significantly different experience from the original where we have a board, properties to acquire but, in addition, they have added an extra action multiplayer something strange that leads to the screen being filled with characters and artifacts capable of destroying, repairing and many other actions. If you are open to new experiences, it doesn't hurt to try it, but we already warned you that at times it strays too far from the classic Monopoly experience. You have it available for PlayStation, Xbox, PC, Stadia and Nintendo Switch.
View offer on AmazonCatan
Since its creation in 1995, Catan has been one of the most successful games at family gatherings and that has since seen all kinds of expansions and extra content. In the field of video games, it is surely one of the most versioned franchises for more than a decade, with releases for all imaginable platforms. From PC and Mac to consoles like PS3, Xbox 360, Nintendo DS and all the later, including mobile phones and tablets like the iPad.
Today, We have the most modern versions for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 with a Catan vr which is spectacular, although less collaborative than the normal modes where we can enjoy with several people at the same time. Even so, it is not bad to try it because it looks very good.
Ticket to Ride
Undoubtedly, one of the most popular games in recent years that has seen digital versions arrive everywhere. Ticket to Ride invites us to open railway routes by an extensive map and staying with the exploitation of the most popular lines, beating all those who play in the same game. It has arrived for many platforms with a version that is really similar to the original. In addition, we can enjoy with several friends at the same time, so the fun is guaranteed. If you want to take it with you, you have versions for iPhone and iPad and Android, as well as Steam, PlayStation and Xbox.
Carcassonne
Another of the classics of many family gatherings at Christmas (especially) where the goal is to dominate as much of the territory as possible and get hold of the most valuable portions of the board. A really simple concept that has the advantage that we will never play on two identical maps. In its digital version we will have exactly the same rules and possibilities to compete against other people, so it maintains all its attractiveness and fun. You have it available on mobile phones with iOS or Android, iPad, PC through Steam and Nintendo Switch.
Clue
Surely there is no game as classic as the one Cluedo, which we have all played at some time and which pushes us to unravel the mystery of a murder: who, where and with what? will be the three questions that we will have to solve with various friends and family. Marmelade Game Studio has released what is now the latest, official version of the original Parker Brothers (now Hasbro) board game. You have it available for mobile phones with iOS or Android, iPad, Nintendo Switch and PC through Steam.
A Game of Throne The Board Game
Based on the board game, this adaptation includes all the elements of the original creation where we must take charge of one of the houses that rule in the territories of Westeros and make our way conquering all the domains that we can, respecting the rules imposed for its toy version. Luckily we have a digital version that, at the moment, we only have available for PC through Steam.
HeroQuest
With your permission, we have encouraged ourselves to bring this classic for two reasons: the first, because a few weeks ago, in February, a new version of HeroQuest table, with an extraordinary edition, very elaborate and with details that will drive the old fans of this wonderful role-playing game crazy. But also, and more importantly, because you have an official game (or rather two) that were programmed between the late 80s and early 90s, which are two true masterpieces.
Thanks to computer emulators like ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64 or Amstrad CPC, you can see what a job well done is adaptation of a role-playing game, although if you want to enjoy as authentic vintage gamers with the best of all adaptations, we recommend that you look for the version for Commodore Amiga that not only improved graphics than all previously seen, but also has a development faster and more agile.