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. Fortunately, many excellent board games are now available digitally on Android. Let's explore some of the best:
Ticket to Ride
A 21st-century classic, Ticket to Ride (winner of the 2004 Spiel des Jahres award) features deceptively simple gameplay: lay train routes between US cities. The challenge grows as the board fills up.
Scythe: Digital Edition
Set in an alternate World War I, Scythe features giant steam-powered robots and deep 4X strategy. Control every aspect of your empire in this engaging title.
Galaxy Trucker
An award-winning adaptation of an award-winning board game, Galaxy Trucker boasts perfect scores and critical acclaim. Build a spaceship and send it on a space journey. Enjoy local and online multiplayer.
Lords of Waterdeep
From Wizards of the Coast and Playdek, Lords of Waterdeep is a critically acclaimed turn-based strategy game for up to six players. Features local and online multiplayer.
Neuroshima Hex
This acclaimed Polish board game casts you as the commander of one of four armies vying for post-apocalyptic world domination. The Android version includes three AI difficulty levels, an in-game tutorial, and a user-friendly interface.
Through the Ages
A highly-regarded board game, Through the Ages lets you build a civilization through card play, starting as a small tribe and progressing to… well, that's up to you! The Android port faithfully recreates the original gameplay and includes a helpful tutorial.
Raiders of the North Sea
Play as a Viking raider in this worker placement game. Plunder settlements, gain favor with your chieftain, and make strategic decisions in this beautifully rendered adaptation of the original board game.
Wingspan
Bird enthusiasts will appreciate Wingspan, a game featuring accurate depictions of birds from around the globe.
Risk: Global Domination
A mobile adaptation of the classic Risk game, Risk: Global Domination offers enhanced graphics, additional maps and modes, various multiplayer options, AI matches, and more. The initial download is free.
Zombicide: Tactics & Shotguns
Fight zombies in this action-packed, gory board game. Tackle various scenarios in a zombie-infested wasteland.
Looking for faster-paced games? Check out our best Android action games feature.
