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Be forewarned: If you get these games, *you're* gonna have to host game night every month.

Promising review: "This game of fun will keep players on their toes as they focus and not be thrown off by the visuals of the cards being used. I’m excited about taking this up a notch and playing it with a group of friends during game night who are a part of the 21+ crowd and can drink responsibly to participate in the game antics!" —Eff Cee

Promising review: "We've loved Telestrations for years, and this new version is still great. My 7-year-old niece joins in and rocks it! Nonstop laughs and fun." —Bridget

Promising review: "Played this game once with a friend and immediately needed a copy to add to my game collection. This revised edition is super portable for travel, with or without the box." —Mike

Tabletop Bookshelf is a small business that curates new and up-and-coming games from indie and small presses. They've also got dice, cards, and tarot!

Get it from Tabletop Bookshelf for $37.95.

Promising review: "This game is fun! Just as fun with two players, which is great. It's a quick, nice quality, minimal setup game. I highly recommend it. Says ages 13+, but I'd say 10 and up." —Jes Miner

Promising review: "Great! Happy I bought these over others. I researched a few, and read that a lot of the other ones are hard to put together and take apart. These are very easy to do both, and they seem to hold well with no issues. Used for board game pieces." —Steven Johnson

If you want something less cutthroat, check out Uno Flip, which has a special Flip card that leads to all the cards being flipped over to reveal new numbers and colors.

Promising review: "For highly competitive players! If you have players who can’t handle regular Uno without their feelings being hurt, they will not enjoy this version. We, however, have some very competitive card players in our family and had a blast playing this game. No Mercy means just that! Enjoy!" —Mom Reviews

Promising review: "This has quickly become a staple at our game nights. Whether we’re playing with close friends or new guests, it always gets people engaged, laughing, and scheming in the best way possible. The mechanics are easy enough to learn in one session, but the replay value is where it really shines. The random room tiles and variety of 'haunts' make every game feel fresh and unpredictable. 

"Pro tip: Play some haunted house ambient music in the background. It instantly sets the mood and takes the atmosphere to another level. We also like to dim the lights a bit. Perfect for spooky season but honestly fun year-round." —Anindit Dutta

Dolphin Hat is a small business whose mission is to create easy-to-learn games that are fun for the whole family!

Promising review: "Seriously, you need this game! We've played from ages 11–60+ with 3–5 players in many different settings. You'll laugh and laugh, guaranteed. We play this at home for family game nights, give it as gifts, and take on trips for fun evenings of hanging out. Each player will develop a unique style of playing and there will be goofy strategizing against the player who always seems to win. This inevitably ends in at least one player laughing so hard that they can't keep up and then the chain reaction starts. Always a great hit!" —SKK

Promising review: "We loved these containers and have now bought 20 to hold our entire game closet! We have been able to fit several games in some. Easy to store and easy for my kids to find and then put away when finished. Good quality, haven't had any problems with durability yet, and we play a LOT of games." —bradfieldfamily

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $49.49 (also available in five other shapes and sizes). 

Promising reviews: "I love this popper! It does a great job of making oil-free popcorn that satisfies my craving for something crunchy when my husband and I play cards. I use this almost nightly, and it's working perfectly." —iamlistening

"For years I've been looking for a better way to do popcorn without the microwave bags. I even tried a small popcorn machine but it was such a hassle to clean. This silicone bowl is perfect!!! I can use my own choice of kernels along with butter, oil, and salt to make the best popcorn south of the North Pole!! Quit reading reviews and buy one!” —Scott S.

Get it from Amazon for $7.92+ (available in 17 colors).

Promising review: "We are big board game players and took this to a game night with friends who don't play as much. They found it easy to learn and play. If you like deception games, this is the game for you." —Houston

Inspiration Play is a small business making toys and games for all ages!

Promising review: "My partner and friends were in agreement with me that playing this was really fun. One of my friends even said he liked it better than Cards Against Humanity because you can write your own answers in this. As a bonus, you can easily play this with friends online." —NIBsmf

Promising review: "This comes in handy for monthly game nights when we use the card tables. No more drinks or snacks taking up table space. These are the perfect space-saver for your game table." —anna

Get a set of two from Amazon for $25.95.

Finished this popular puzzle already? Lucky for you, Magic Puzzle Company has so many more!

Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my husband because he absolutely loves puzzles and magic, so it was a no-brainer! I was honestly way more excited to finish putting this puzzle together than a normal puzzle because I couldn’t wait to see the end result. Blown away. I’m super impressed and will be purchasing a different version. Oh, and they weren’t kidding about the no dust in the box...very pleased with this purchase!" —Nlbrimberry

Promising reviews: "This game allows you to get super clever with your family and friends, and I would definitely suggest this for some good laughs. It is super easy to learn and doesn't require too much space or too many pieces. It would also be a great gift for anyone who loves to play games, and would be a great drinking game as well!" —ABH

"This game is super fun and can be adapted for large groups! I used it as an ice breaker during the first week of class, and it was so fun. It’s a great way to show how people think differently and set an inquisitive tone for the semester." —Kara Stone

Promising review: "So fun to play. An absolutely amazing game. I recommend this to anyone who loves Sam and Colby, along with ghost hunting because you will feel like you are actually hunting ghosts. Love this game so much!" —nekeya

Check out Hunt A Killer's other immersive murder-mystery games!

Promising reviews: "Great for listening to music or playing soundtracks for game nights. Small, holds a charge well, and holds up to lots of use." —Andy Kelley

"This is my first time buying a Bose product and I am completely blown away! I listen to music all the time and I've used a few different Bluetooth speakers from other big name brands. None of them are as good as these. I purchased two so I could get a nice full sound. These little guys pack a punch! They are so crisp and clear-sounding. I'm picking up on subtle sounds that I've never heard before and I'm very impressed. They are easy to set up and use, and I really enjoy the amount of control I have with the volume. Each speaker can be controlled individually and together. I definitely recommend!" —Chris

Get it from Amazon for $89+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "This game is a ton of fun without being overly competitive. We play a number of games as a group of 6 adults ages 29–60, and this is the new favorite. It brings about a lot of conversations and a lot of laughs. And the chance to MOO at your fellow players is a great added bonus!" —MJoelle

Mise en Scènt is a Brooklyn-based small biz making soy candles inspired by all your favorite films.

Promising review: "Love this game! I recommend this game (including the extensions) to anyone who enjoys a good challenge and has lots of time on their hands as this game can take up a good chunk of time to play." —Brooke Hess

Promising review: "I absolutely love these light bulbs. Super easy to set up and also easy to connect to the phone app so you can control/change the colors! Very bright and so many color combinations. 100% worth the money" —CP

Get it from Amazon for $71.99 (available in different pack sizes).

Promising reviews: "These are perfect to eat and play. Bonus point for the humor in the book as well. A must-have if you host games." —Sean Moulson

"My husband loves nerdy cookbooks, so this was a no-brainer! He loves it, and so far everything has been pretty good." —Madison M.

DSS Games is a small biz making fun games for everyone.

Promising review: "Saw this game online and bought it. Like a game of slapjack but for everyone. Even kids can play too! Excellent game for all those game lovers out there." —LC

Promising review: "This was so fun! Grown-ups and kids can play. It’s easy and hilarious. We bring it to breweries now, too." —Choir Momma

Promising review: "This pillow's main use was supposed to be as a seat while playing games on the floor. It's thick, soft, and a nice size. The cats love it, too. It has evolved into being used to play board games on top of to keep a flat surface, a back support while sitting, and more." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in eight colors and with or without handles).

Hot Taco is an award-winning small biz making unique card games that are fun for the whole family.

Promising review: "This is an awesome game. I never realized how serious my daughter was about winning a game. It was exciting because my daughter was trying to cheat the whole time. We laughed so much…especially because I won the game! I recommend it! It was a lot of fun!" —Mary Robinson

Promising review: "We have so much fun when we play this game!!! We laugh the entire time. Highly recommend it for a party or just hanging around the house!" —Blaque

Promising review: "Jenga is a great toy for all ages!! Kids and adults will all be entertained for hours trying to outwit the game. Sturdy and well-made pieces will last for a long time!" —D. Nelson

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