Looking for the perfect gift ideas for Fathers Day, Forget about the socks and smellies and get him a game that will really show him how much he means to you. From the barbecue dads to the armchair football managers, we’ve compiled a list of board games we think are perfect for Fathers Day.
Barbecubes by Alley Cat Games
For the Kings of the grill, first up is Barbecubes by Alley Cat Games. In this game of barbecuing dexterity, players draw cards to determine what item they’re placing on the barbecue using the tongs, following any placement rules. All dads worst nightmare is loosing a sausage to grill, if food falls the player takes a card, when they have 2 cards they’re out of the game. The last player standing wins.
Heat: Pedal to the Metal by Days of Wonder
For the petrolheads, next we have Heat: Pedal to the Metal by Days of Wonder. In this game of intense wheel to wheel racing, players play cards from their hand to move their car around the track, number of cards you play is determined by what gear you’re in and movement is determined by the number on the cards. However be careful, your deck consists of stress cards which provide an unknown card from your draw pile, as well as heat cards.
Superclub by Superclub Studio
For the armchair managers, here we have Superclub by Superclub Studio. If Carlsberg made board games this would be it. Players compete has managers, building their team of the best football players across the globe. Throughout a season there are multiple matches which sees players go head to head to try and compile a better starting 11 than their rival whilst also rolling dice to add to their score.
Codenames by Czech Games Edition
For the wannabe spy masters, next up is Codenames by Czech Games Edition. A classic party game the whole family will enjoy. Players split into two teams to identify their agents in the 5×5 grid by using their codenames. Spymasters on each team must provide their teammates clues to identify their agents however if they find the assassin the game is over.
Pac-man: Quoridor by Gigamic
For the retro gamer dads, finally we have Pac-man: Quoridor by Gigamic. In this 8-bit reimagining of the classic abstract strategy game, 1 players plays as Pacman, trying to gain all 4 power pellets, whilst the other players play as the ghosts trying to capture the circular maze chaser.
Create lifelong memories this Fathers Day.
Giving the gift of a game is giving countless hours of fun to be made. Whether your dad is a fan of football or retro arcades, these are the gifts to give Fathers Day 2025.
