When you hear “board games”, what often comes to mind are family favourites such as Monopoly and The Game of Life. However, the phrase ‘board games’ takes on a whole different meaning in campus residences. Board games are usually more intense and competitive here, but this also means next level fun! This week, the NUS Res Life team will introduce five board games that you should try with your friends, while living on campus. Read on to find out more!
#1 The Resistance
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The Resistance is an intense party game that involves 5 to 10 players figuring out each other’s identities. In the game, you are either part of the Resistance, or you are a Spy. Plot cards that allow special effects (e.g. to allow a player to view specific hidden information) will add another level of excitement to the deductive game. Logic and persuasion skills will definitely help you win! However, beware: there will be a lot of shouting and emotional investment during gameplay.
#2 Ticket To Ride
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The gameplay behind Ticket To Ride is simple – form the most number railway routes and win! This board game requires strategic thinking and will provide a ton of fun for two to five players. It is perfect for a chill night with a small group of friends on campus.
#3 Smallworld
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Smallworld is a game fit for two to five people, where each person plays to build their own fantasy empire and earn coins. The player with the most coins in the end wins this strategy game. If you and your friends are competitive, Smallworld will definitely provide a great deal of entertainment.
#4 Bang!
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Bang! is a Wild West-themed card game, perfect for four to seven friends! Players adopt roles such as Sheriff, Deputy, Outlaw or Renegade, each with their own game objectives. They also take on one of 16 personalities, which gives the player special abilities. It is a simple game to pick up and it is very addictive.
#5 Settlers of Catan
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The Settlers of Catan is an insanely popular board game – as of 2015, more than 22 million copies of the game had been sold! This three-to-four-player game requires players to assume the roles of settlers and essentially build the greatest settlement to win! It is a game of strategy but is still easy to learn the gameplay. This is definitely one game you should try out.
Playing board games is a great way to spend quality time with your friends on campus and it is a quick way to relieve some stress during this hectic period, before you head back to the books. Let us know if you have tried any of these games and if you have any more to recommend!
You can find most of these games for purchase on Qoo10 or if you’re looking for a cheap buy, look for secondhand versions on Carousell!
