All "As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année"🇫🇷 2018 winners & nominees compared. 2026

The board game award "As d'Or – Jeu de l'Année" is also known as the "French Game of the Year". For the award year 2018 the nominations were announced on the beginning of February. In the end of February 2018 the winners of the "As d'Or – Jeu de l'Année" award were finally presented.

Winners of the As d'Or – Jeu de l'Année 🇫🇷 2018

All "As d'Or – Jeu de l'Année" years listed individually

The "French Game of the Year" has been awarded since 1988. Originally there were two different awards ("As d'Or" and "Jeu de l'Année") – but in 2005 they merged into one award. We have created separate lists for you for all years, all award types (family, expert, children's game) as well as all nominees:

For more info on the French board game award, visit the following sites:

List with all As d'Or – Jeu de l'Année 2018 games

Enclosed is a comparison of all As d'Or – Jeu de l'Année 2018 games that can be purchased 2026:

This list was last updated on June 26, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .
  1. Azul

    Azul

    Azul is a tile-laying game inspired by Portuguese azulejos: as artisans, players draft colored tiles from suppliers and place them in patterns to decorate the walls of the Royal Palace of Evora, scoring points for clever arrangements.

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    2–4 30–45 min 8+ Easy to learn
    Video reviews 1
  2. Outfoxed!

    Outfoxed!

    Outfoxed! invites you into a whimsical detective chase after Mrs. Plumpert's missing prized pot pie. It's a cooperative game where players work together to gather clues, eliminate suspects, and catch the cunning fox before it escapes. The game introduces a unique evidence scanner mechanism that adds a fun twist to deducing the thief among a lineup of potential foxes.

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    2–4 20 min 5+ Immediately playable
  3. Flamme Rouge

    Flamme Rouge

    Flamme Rouge presents an exhilarating bicycle racing experience where strategy, timing, and tactical decisions are paramount to success. This fast-paced game captures the intensity of a real bike race, offering players a blend of excitement and strategic gameplay.

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    2–4 30–45 min 8+ Easy to learn
    + 6 € above the best price
    30 € at Amazon*
  4. Twin It!

    Twin It!

    Players must quickly find pairs of cards on the table in Twin It! To set up, shuffle the double-sided cards and distribute them evenly among players. Players take turns placing cards face up, and when someone spots a match, they claim the pair. The first to collect five pairs wins. The game can also be played in teams or with cards held in hand facing each player.

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    2–6 5–10 min 6+ Immediately playable
    Video reviews 1
  5. Terraforming Mars

    Terraforming Mars

    Terraforming Mars is a strategic board game set in the 2400s, where players, representing giant corporations, embark on the colossal task of terraforming Mars. Sponsored by the World Government on Earth, each corporation competes to contribute most effectively to raising the planet's temperature, oxygen level, and ocean coverage to make Mars habitable. While players work together in the terraforming process, they also compete for victory points awarded for their contributions to terraforming, advancing human infrastructure throughout the solar system, and other notable achievements.

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    1–5 120 min 12+ Medium complexity
    Video reviews 1
  6. Dice Forge

    Dice Forge

    Embark on a heroic journey in Dice Forge, where the gods extend an invitation to heaven for the hero who can conquer their rivals. Your courage and wit will be crucial as you harness divine dice to collect resources on the path to victory.

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    2–4 45 min 10+ Easy to learn
    Video reviews 1
  7. Arkham Horror: The Card Game

    Arkham Horror: The Card Game

    Arkham Horror: The Card Game is a Lovecraftian horror card game that blends role-playing and card game elements. Set in the eerie town of Arkham, players face mysterious, monstrous, and maddening challenges.

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    1–2 60–120 min 14+ For connoisseurs
    Video reviews 1
  8. Great Western Trail

    Great Western Trail

    Great Western Trail is a strategic board game set in 19th-century America, where players take on the roles of ranchers herding cattle from Texas to Kansas City.

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    2–4 75–150 min 12+ For connoisseurs
  9. Kullerhexe

    Kullerhexe

    The confused witch rushes through the enchanted forest searching for her belongings. With items like a spellbook, cauldron, and broom getting lost, lucky little forest witches are nearby to help her in the search. Try to collect as many things as you can while keeping them away from your opponents!

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    2–5 10–20 min 6+ Immediately playable
    Video reviews 1
  10. Boom, Bang, Gold

    Boom, Bang, Gold

    Booooooom! Since gold was discovered in the once-sleepy town of Old Town, chaos has ensued. Everyone, from seasoned prospectors to hotel owners, grabs dynamite and rushes to the ghost mine to blast gold from the mountain.

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    2–4 20 min 7+ Immediately playable
    10 % cheaper than at other retailers
    17 € at Amazon*

Frequently asked questions

Which game ranks first on this list?

Azul (Spiel des Jahres 2018 winner) currently tops our list. The ranking is derived from player community ratings and is recalculated continuously.

How many players do the games on this list support?

Most games on this list support 2 to 4 players. The exact player count is listed with each game.

What age are these games suitable for?

Publisher age recommendations on this list start at 5 years. Each game carries its own age rating.

How long does a game take?

A typical game takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.

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