Three reasons why a board game makes a great gift

The days are getting shorter, the city is lit up with strings of lights, the house smells of gingerbread and tangerines. All this indicates one thing - Christmas is coming . With the winter solstice comes various traditions, including gift-giving. But what to give for Christmas this year? How to choose a gift that will make the other person happy and that will be remembered long after the holiday?

First of all, it is worth understanding what is a good gift and what is its purpose. If the gift is more symbolic and is given after a "tick", then of course any chocolate bar, candle or bar of soap will do. However, finding the right gift for someone you truly care about can prove incredibly difficult. Also, it goes without saying that a bigger price tag on a gift does not immediately guarantee success. But what is the perfect gift and where to look for it? Clearly, there is no universal recipe, because each of us is unique. However, the purpose of any gift is always the same - to create joy, pleasant emotions and, ideally, unforgettable memories. One option that could meet these criteria is board games. The right board game will put a smile on everyone's face, whether you're a kid just learning the world of gaming or a seasoned gamer.

Serves long after the holidays

But why exactly are board games the perfect gift? First of all, unwrapping such a gift will bring pleasant emotions to everyone's inner child. You will want to explore what is really hidden under the cover of this game box. But the magic of the gift does not end there. If you have chosen the right game, it will be brought to the table regularly and will provide unforgettable moments of joy for countless hours . In addition, you will remember the best games long after the game is over .

Pleasure for yourself and those around you

Most games are played with friends or family , whether you're competing against each other or working together to overcome the game's challenges. This means that this gift will allow you to spend quality time with your loved ones and enjoy the game together. Likewise, the game can even be the initiator of new friendships .

It is very likely that you yourself will be one of the players of this gift, so maybe this time you can even be a little selfish and choose a game that will be liked not only by the recipient, but also by yourself. But don't put your interests first! Remember that it is primarily a gift for a loved one, not for yourself .

Variety for every taste and budget

Regardless of whether you are looking for a powerful gift that can only be hidden under a giant fir tree, or you just have a small package in mind, you can find the appropriate game in our stores . Games vary not only in box size and complexity, but also in price, so everyone will be able to find the best option for their pocket.

If you are looking for a gift for a younger gamer , the award-winning and winter-themed ICECOOL and the fun Snowman Dice dice game are at excellent prices in December . Both of these games are fun and engaging, and kids will have no trouble playing them with their parents. In addition, parents will not find these games too childish and simple.

An excellent gift for any family would be one of the classics of modern board games, such as Carcassonne , Ticket to Ride or Catan , which celebrated its 25th anniversary this year. All of these are great family games that have become the world's best-selling games of all time for a reason.

If you have a friend in mind to whom you want to give a game as a gift, which would be fun entertainment in a larger company , then it is worth considering one of the Codenames variants. An excellent alternative is certainly the game Spyfall 2 , which is now available in Latvian. In this game, the participants will find themselves in different locations, however, there will be a spy among them who will not know where everyone is. By asking various indirect questions, the players must try to understand which of them is the spy. The spy, on the other hand, must try to figure out where everyone is in the location before he is exposed.

The biggest difficulty can certainly be finding a gift for a game hobbyist . If you have this player's wish list , it's definitely worth looking at it, otherwise you might end up buying a game that they either already have or aren't interested in. But what to give such a player? If you know of a game that he already likes, it's worth asking if there are any expansions available for that game. Also, game accessories such as metal coins can be an excellent gift, which will make playing the well-known game even more enjoyable.

Still not sure if one of these games is the gift you've been looking for? Don't worry! Brain Games stores have hundreds of different games on their shelves. If necessary, do not hesitate to ask for advice from one of the store employees . The seller will be happy to help you and offer you various options, from which you can choose the game you like best that meets your wishes and budget.

Christmas is only a week away, so hurry to one of our four stores in person or use the option to shop online. If you have already prepared some other gift for Christmas, then don't worry - board games will be a great gift for other life situations as well .