Be responsible - play for two

The restrictions imposed due to Covid-19 have significantly affected our daily life - various events are prohibited, and meeting with several friends at the same time is no longer allowed. However, this does not necessarily mean that you should forget about entertainment. One of the ways to get the charge of positivity necessary for everyday life is to play board games. Moreover, it can be done in pairs without any problems, having a good time with your brother, mother, friend, godmother, grandfather or someone else. Excellent games for two players can easily be found both for those who are new to the world of board games and for experts who are used to playing with a wider circle of friends.

Abstract games for two

In the spring, one of the classic board games - chess - gained great popularity. This abstract two-player board game has been played for centuries, and chess has clearly been one of the cornerstones of board games. It has inspired many abstract board games. One of the most popular abstract games today is the GIPF series of games, which includes a total of seven exciting and strategic games for two players.

Another awesome abstract game for two people is Santorini . Don't let the looks fool you, because beneath the seemingly childish design lies a truly strategic game that will make even game experts scratch their heads thoughtfully.

"A delightful looking game that can be learned in just a few minutes," board game expert Zee Garcia said of Santorini.

The theme of the game is borrowed from the Greek island of the same name, known for its unique architecture. This is exactly what is reflected in the design. The goal of the game is to get one of your builders to be the first to stand on the third level house, but the opponent will always try to overtake you or block your ideas by putting a roof on the house. In addition, it is possible to play with cards of various gods of Greek mythology, which give players unique abilities, making each game different from the previous one.

Games tailored for two players

If the theme of the ancient civilization excites you, but the abstract Santorini game is not what you were looking for, then the solution could be the little brother of the titular 7 Wonders - 7 Wonders duel . Although most of the game spin-offs are not as popular as the original game, this time even the experts are divided on which version of 7 Wonders is better.

In this two-player card game, the two rivals develop their civilizations by buying cards that give points in different ways. At the end of the game, the participant with more points wins. However, it is also possible to win prematurely by defeating the opponent with military force or scientific discoveries.

Become a gold-loving dwarf and overtake your greedy rival with Saboteur duel . This is a derivative of the classic and popular Sabotier. Teamwork and hidden roles are missing this time, but the greedy nature of the dwarves is reflected just as vividly. The two dwarves are in a hurry to be the first to find some of the gold nuggets hidden in the mine maze, but be careful! This is not a friendly race, and the gold is not shared fraternally, so various surprises and sprains in the sticks await around every corner.

Codenames Duet in Latvian

One of the most popular party games, Codenames, can be played not only with a large group of friends, but also with two people with the dedicated Codenames Duet version. This time, both players give each other associations and work together to try to remember all the keywords. Be careful though! You have to remember the words before the time runs out. In addition, wrong associations can lead to one of the spies, losing immediately.

Codenames duet is a simple enough game for almost anyone to understand, but figuring out the right associations can be harder than it first seems. The game will appeal to fans of classic Codenames and co-op games. In addition, the Latvian edition of the game has just arrived on store shelves.

Tension and excitement on the table

If you are looking for a fast and exciting game for two, then Klask is definitely your choice. The board game created in Denmark is similar to air hockey, where with the help of magnets, participants try to send the ball into the opponent's goal or hole. The game is fast and dynamic, and the rules are so simple that you can literally cover them in a minute.

Currently playing alone, later with friends

Carcassonne has become one of the classics of today's board games , in which players discover squares, create a map, build cities, roads, villages and churches and, using their subjects, fight for their control. No wonder this is one of the best-selling games in the world in recent years! In addition, you can learn the game in just a few minutes.

Behind the relatively simple rules lies a game that will develop differently every time, as the field is created unique during each game. An excellent, light strategy game that excels as a two-player game, but when the situation allows, it can be enjoyed by up to five people at once. In addition, the game has countless additions that introduce various new mechanics and open the door to brand new tactics.

Adventure in a box

Board games can be not only a one-time entertainment for less than an hour or two, but also a whole experience in several games. And for two, this adventure can replace, for example, the usual visit to the cinema. In addition, in board games you can write your own story, which will be affected by your choices during the game.

You can, for example, become a character trapped in the body of a mouse with Mice & Mystics . Dash through the castle, encountering rats, cockroaches, spiders and the biggest terror of all, Brody the castle cat.

However, if you want something more familiar, then you can definitely choose Harry Potter: Hogwarts Battle , in which you will have the opportunity to feel like one of J. K. Rowling's heroes who will try to save Hogwarts from danger. Play as Harry, Ron, Hermione or Neville, learn new spells, develop your deck and protect the house of spells.

Regardless of taste and preferences, everyone has the opportunity to find the game they want. They can be very simple abstract games or even themed adventure games. Also, trying out such games can open the door to a whole new and exciting hobby.

Which of these games have you already played and which ones would you like to try?