Looking for a board game to play with just one other person? You’re in luck! We have compiled a list of our favorite board games you can enjoy without a group of people.
The Fox in the Forest ($15, shop here)
The Fox in the Forest is a great two-player game with beautiful artwork and simple yet strategic gameplay that combines trick-taking mechanics and special character abilities. Each player takes turns playing cards, trying to win tricks based on the highest card of the leading suit. The deck has 33 cards divided into three suits (bells, keys, and moons) numbered 1 to 11. Players score points based on the number of tricks they win, but winning too many tricks (six or more) will penalize you!
7 Wonders Duel ($34.99, shop here)
7 Wonders Duel is similar to 7 Wonders but made just for two players to go head-to-head. In this strategic game, you develop your civilization in an effort to achieve victory. Over three ages, you acquire cards that provide resources or advance your military or scientific development.
A game that is perfect for two players but can be played with up to five, Wingspan has you take on the role of a bird enthusiast who seeks to attract diverse birds to your wildlife preserves. The game consists of four rounds where each person activates their habitat actions: gaining food, laying eggs, drawing cards, or playing bird cards.
Azul is a beautiful tile-drafting board game for 2-4 people inspired by the Moorish art of azulejo tilework. Players take turns selecting tiles from a central pool, choosing the ones that best complement their scoreboard. The goal is to complete rows and columns of the same color, score sets of specific tiles, and fulfill scoring patterns.
Targi transports players to the heart of the Sahara Desert, where they take on the roles of Tuareg tribe leaders. Each player competes to gather resources, such as dates, salt, and pepper. The players send worker tokens or “meeples” to the spaces to gather, trade, or acquire tribe cards. At the end of the game, the player with the most victory points, considering both individual card values and row bonuses, is the winner.