In 2025, several new board games have emerged as popular choices among enthusiasts

By Laura N. Larsson
March 2025

Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game
Designed by Łukasz Woźniak, this real-time narrative adventure game immerses players in the dystopian world of Night City, featuring fast-paced dice rolling and app-driven gameplay. polygon.com

Don't Starve: The Board Game
Adapted by Rafal Pieczynski, this survival horror game for up to four players involves exploring a procedurally generated world, combining elements of magic and science. polygon.com

Iliad
A two-player, 30-minute tile-laying game by Reiner Knizia, set during the Trojan War, offering strategic depth in a compact format. polygon.com+1Bitewing Games+1

Malediction
Created by Leo Cunha, Nicole Lobo, and Daniel Pettersen de Lucena, this card game merges miniatures skirmish gaming with a dark fantasy setting, providing a unique blend of mechanics. polygon.com+1polygon.com+1

Molly House
Developed by Jo Kelly and Cole Wehrle, this game focuses on gender-defying individuals in 18th-century England, challenging players to avoid constables while hosting social events. polygon.com+1youtube.com+1

These games showcase the diverse and innovative designs capturing the interest of the board gaming community in 2025.