Google Play's Top Android Board Games: A Review
Board games offer hours of fun and fierce competition, but building a collection can be expensive. Luckily, many excellent board games are now available digitally on Android! Let's explore some of the best options Google Play has to offer.
Ticket to Ride
A 21st-century classic, Ticket to Ride (winner of the 2004 Spiel des Jahres award) offers deceptively simple gameplay. Lay train routes between US cities, but watch out – the challenge grows as the board fills up!
Scythe: Digital Edition
Step into an alternate history World War I with giant steam-powered robots! Scythe is a deep 4X strategy game where you control every aspect of your empire. It's more than just explosions; it's strategic empire building at its finest.
Galaxy Trucker
This award-winning digital adaptation of an award-winning board game has received critical acclaim. Construct your spacecraft and embark on a thrilling journey through space! Enjoy both local and online multiplayer simultaneously.
Lords of Waterdeep
From Wizards of the Coast and brought to mobile by Playdek, Lords of Waterdeep is a high-quality turn-based strategy game for up to six players. Critically acclaimed and featuring local and online multiplayer, it's a must-have.
Neuroshima Hex
Command one of four armies vying for world domination in this acclaimed Polish board game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Think of it as a post-apocalyptic Risk, with three AI difficulty levels, an in-game tutorial, and a user-friendly interface.
Through the Ages
One of the most celebrated board games ever, Through the Ages lets you build a civilization through cards. Start as a small tribe and shape your destiny! The mobile version successfully translates the original's excellent gameplay to the small screen, including a helpful tutorial.
Raiders of the North Sea
Embrace your inner Viking raider in this worker placement game! Plunder settlements, gain favor with your chieftain, and make tough choices as you rampage northwards. This excellent port brings the original's striking artwork to life.
Wingspan
Bird enthusiasts will adore Wingspan, where you collect and play cards featuring accurate depictions of birds from around the globe.
Risk: Global Domination
Experience the classic game of global domination! Risk: Global Domination enhances Hasbro's classic with stunning visuals, extra maps and modes, various multiplayer options, AI matches, and more. The initial download is free.
Zombicide: Tactics & Shotguns
Zombies invade the world of board games in this gory, action-packed game. Fight your way through various scenarios in a zombie-infested wasteland.
Looking for faster-paced action? Check out our Best Android Action Games feature.
