How to prepare for a trip to the board game store?

Not infrequently, visibly confused shoppers wander into the store who really want games, but have no idea what exactly. As a seller, it is very flattering that people trust my opinion and recommendations, but the customer will know best what the right match will be. Regardless of whether you are buying the game for yourself or someone else, you should be able to answer several questions . If you come to the store and don't immediately know which game you want, be ready for a short interview. I have prepared a small and (hopefully) helpful article so that the cooperation between you and the store employees will go much more smoothly .

What age group is the game intended for?

It goes without saying that games designed for adults will not be suitable for preschoolers, but it should be noted that even a three-year-old might struggle to play games designed for five-year-olds . If you're playing alone, it's worth checking out Smart Games' brain teasers. If parents will be involved in the game or siblings will play together, the game should be adapted to the youngest participant, but something more complicated can also be considered, as the elders will be able to help and instruct.

For how big a company?

There's a wide variety of brain teasers and puzzles for all ages, if the game is for one player, as well as board games that include rules/scenarios for a solo adventure . If you're going to play with two players , consider whether you want a game that's designed specifically for two players, or one that can add more players. If you plan to play with a large company, fun and not too complicated party games are best. If you have a party of four, congratulations, that's the perfect number of players, because almost every board game can be played in fours, and that's when the game's greatest potential is revealed.

What games have you already played and enjoyed?

Answering this question will weed out a lot of games that aren't worth offering, as well as understanding the player's experience with board games to date. It will be easier for us if we know what genre of games we should focus on, such as party , reaction , family or strategy games. It is important to understand whether you want a long and complex game or a quick and very simple one. It's worth mentioning whether you want to find something similar to your previous experience or take a little risk and try something completely new.

In what languages?

A very important question that is often forgotten. Make sure that the game you choose will be able to be understood by those who will play it . In our stores, games are available in Latvian, Russian and English, as well as German and Scandinavian languages. Some games include rules in multiple languages, while some are exclusive to a specific language. A large number of games are also language independent , that is, the rules may be in a language you do not know, but there is no text on the game cards, field and other materials that would limit your playing. Ask one of the employees if the rules for the game are available in a language you understand, and if we can find them, we will print them or send them to your e-mail!

What is your budget?

Bear in mind that games are not very cheap, but they are a worthwhile investment . Favorite family game classics like Saboteri and Take 6! are small games and cost 10.95 euros. Brain teasers and puzzles cost 10-20 euros on average, children's games up to 30 euros. If you are interested in buying a serious expert game, consider that the prices for them can reach a hundred and even go beyond that.

Take care of safety!

Don't forget to take a mask to put on before entering the store to protect yourself and those around you. Take into account that you will need to disinfect your hands when entering the store. Pay attention to how many people are in the store. If you see that the store is full and there are already 7 or more people in it, please wait at the door . If you have prepared the answers to all the questions, you will be able to find the game for yourself within 15 minutes without any problems, but it is not advisable to stay longer in the store for now. If you want to completely avoid the potential risks associated with visiting physical stores, take advantage of the opportunity to shop in our online store ! If you have any doubts or want a consultation, feel free to contact our consultant by calling +371 20224455 .