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Not every board game night with the family needs to be stuck with the relics of gaming past.

Choosing any of these games will set you up for an evening or afternoon of enjoyment.

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Red Rising:was $24 now $14 @ Amazon

A lot of reviewers were lukewarm, but I think this game is a lot of fun.

It’s a nice filler before that family dinner or a bigger game.

As you play you build up your deck with new cards and bases.

Star Wars: The Deckbuilding Game: was $38 now $17 @ Amazon

You win by destroying three of your opponent’s bases.

Each spirit has different powers that enable them to push, defeat or spread out on the island.

Plus, if you’re looking to try solo gaming, it has a mode for that as well.

Horizons of Spirit Island: was $29 now $19 @ Amazon

The core box includes Maleficent, Captain Hook and Jafar to name a few of the six baddies.

The game is asymmetric meaning each villains goals are different and are accomplished differently.

There are several expansions that add more evil doers including Scar, Cruella and Gaston.

Disney Villainous (base game): was $39 now $29 @ Amazon

Sometimes its writing on cards or throwing away pieces.

Trust me, it is a lot of fun.

The game can be completed in 12 sessions and anywhere from 2 to 4 players.

Dune: Imperium - Uprising: was $60 now $50 @ Amazon

In these games, armies are assigned point values.

This kit gives you a small army to dip your toes into the genre.

Plus, it’s Star Wars.

Jurassic World: The Legacy of Isla Nublar: was $120 now $59 @ Amazon

Star Wars Legion: was $119 now $95 @ Amazon

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