The best board games you can play in 10 minutes⏰ 2025

The perfect games for a quick round in between. These games are perfect for a regular gaming ritual, for example during lunch or school breaks, or after dinner.

The best board games for in-between times

Attached is the list of the best board games you can play in 10 minutes⏰ and buy 2025:

This list was last updated on March 19, 2025. We compared 6131 board games for this list and selected the top 30. There's also a print version for this list.
  1. KLASK

    All details for the board game KLASK and similar games

    KLASK is a magnetic, fast-paced table-top game that combines elements of air hockey and foosball, offering a unique and exciting gameplay experience.

    Nominated for 6 awards and won 3.

    More details for KLASK
    • 2 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  2. Grove: 9 card solitaire game

    All details for the board game Grove: 9 card solitaire game and similar games

    Grove is a citrus-themed sequel to the award-winning 9-card solitaire game Orchard. It features orange, lemon, and lime trees, as well as a new "wildcard" element—glades—that enhance gameplay by offering more opportunities to boost your harvest. The game also includes recipe challenges on the back of the cards, providing alternative winning conditions for added variety.

    More details for Grove: 9 card solitaire game
    • 1 Players
    • 5 - 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  3. Orchard: 9 card solitaire game

    All details for the board game Orchard: 9 card solitaire game and similar games

    Orchard: A 9 card solitaire game is an engaging and compact solitaire tile-laying game that has captured the hearts of players with its simplicity, strategic depth, and quick playtime. Garnering acclaim by winning the 2018 9-Card Nanogame Print and Play Design Contest, Orchard challenges players to skillfully manage a limited set of resources — in this case, nine double-sided cards — to create a flourishing orchard.

    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

    More details for Orchard: 9 card solitaire game
    • 1 Players
    • 5 - 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  4. Werewords

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    Werewords is a fast-paced word-guessing game blended with the intrigue of a hidden role mechanism. In this engaging party game, players work together to guess a secret word, while also navigating the deceit of a werewolf who knows the word but is trying to lead them astray.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2019

    More details for Werewords
    • 4 - 10 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  5. One Night Ultimate Werewolf: Daybreak

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    One Night Ultimate Werewolf: Daybreak is a standalone expansion to the popular social deduction game One Night Ultimate Werewolf. Designed for 3-7 players, Daybreak offers a quick, engaging experience where everyone gets a hidden role with a special ability. In the span of just one in-game morning, players must deduce who among them is a werewolf, with the game's outcome hinging on uncovering at least one werewolf.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for One Night Ultimate Werewolf: Daybreak
    • 3 - 10 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for One Night Ultimate Werewolf: Daybreak

    • YouTube Review for the game "One Night Ultimate Werewolf: Daybreak" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "One Night Ultimate Werewolf: Daybreak" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  6. One Night Ultimate Werewolf

    All details for the board game One Night Ultimate Werewolf and similar games

    One Night Ultimate Werewolf is a dynamic and fast-paced game for 3-10 players that brings the excitement and deduction of werewolf stories to your tabletop. This game is all about quick thinking, bluffing, and trying to outsmart your friends.

    Nominated for 5 awards.

    🔥 Deal: 8% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!

    More details for One Night Ultimate Werewolf
    • 3 - 10 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for One Night Ultimate Werewolf

    • YouTube Review for the game "One Night Ultimate Werewolf" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "One Night Ultimate Werewolf" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  7. Loopin' Louie

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    Loopin' Louie is a light-hearted, action-packed board game that is as silly as it is addictive. Designed for players of all ages, this game centers around protecting your chickens from a looping airplane piloted by Louie.

    Nominated for 4 awards and won 3.

    ⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 1994

    ⭐️ Kinderspiel des Jahres 2006

    More details for Loopin' Louie
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 4+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  8. Kites

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    The sun is shining, the wind is blowing, and it's time to gather your friends to fly some kites! Players collaborate to keep all their kites, represented by colorful hourglasses, in the air by playing cards, flipping the hourglasses, and coordinating with each other. If any hourglass runs out, a kite crashes, adding a fun challenge to the game. Play all the kite cards in the stack to achieve a collective victory!

    Nominated for 8 awards and won 2.

    More details for Kites
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  9. Escape: The Curse of the Temple – Big Box

    All details for the board game Escape: The Curse of the Temple – Big Box and similar games

    Players must escape from a temple after awakening an ancient curse. They navigate through the temple by rolling dice and matching symbols to gain access to adjacent rooms. Each exploration is unique, and all players must find the exit before the curse traps them forever, all while racing against a soundtrack that acts as the game's timer.

    More details for Escape: The Curse of the Temple – Big Box
    • 1 - 6 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Escape: The Curse of the Temple – Big Box

    • YouTube Review for the game "Escape: The Curse of the Temple – Big Box" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  10. KLASK 4

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    KLASK 4 offers the same gameplay found in KLASK but within a round playing field featuring four goals. This version allows four players to compete simultaneously.

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    • 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  11. Escape: The Curse of the Temple

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    Escape: The Curse of the Temple is a cooperative, real-time board game that offers an exhilarating and unique gaming experience. The game's theme centers around players working together to escape a cursed temple before it collapses.

    Nominated for 11 awards and won 1.

    More details for Escape: The Curse of the Temple
    • 1 - 5 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Escape: The Curse of the Temple

    • YouTube Review for the game "Escape: The Curse of the Temple" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  12. Happy Salmon

    All details for the board game Happy Salmon and similar games

    Happy Salmon is a delightfully simple and frenetic card game that promises loads of laughter and fast-paced fun. With no turns and rapid-fire gameplay, it's perfect for parties and family gatherings.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    More details for Happy Salmon
    • 3 - 8 Players
    • 2 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  13. Dungeon Mayhem

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    Dungeon Mayhem drops you into the heart of an action-packed Dungeons & Dragons card battle where the last adventurer standing claims victory. Choose from four unique, quirky characters—be it the barbarian, paladin, rogue, or wizard—and dive into a dungeon brimming with treasures and challenges. With a lively mix of strategy and luck, you'll sling spells, swing weapons, and strategize to outmaneuver your opponents. The vivid illustrations bring each character's personality to life, making every match not just a battle, but a story unfolding right before your eyes.

    More details for Dungeon Mayhem
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  14. Push It

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    Push It is a skill-based game for 2 to 4 players that can be played on any smooth surface. Players slide their pucks to get closest to the central jack to win, using techniques like pushing and flicking. The game is easy to learn but challenging to master, allowing for creative home rules and fast-paced fun, whether played in teams or one-on-one.

    More details for Push It
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  15. 5-Minute Marvel

    All details for the board game 5-Minute Marvel and similar games

    5-Minute Marvel is the Marvel Universe adaptation of the fast-paced, cooperative card game 5-Minute Dungeon, providing a superpowered twist with beloved Marvel heroes taking on infamous Marvel bosses. This game encapsulates the essence of quick, engaging gameplay combined with the rich lore of Marvel, creating an exhilarating experience that can be enjoyed in short, intense bursts of fun.

    More details for 5-Minute Marvel
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 5 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  16. First Orchard

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    A classic fruit orchard designed for young children. The rules are tailored to their age, and the game pieces are specifically made for small hands. The beautiful wooden pieces are also great for free play and help develop motor skills.

    More details for First Orchard
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 2+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  17. WeyKick

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    A fast-paced soccer game for 2 players or two teams. Each player controls 1 or 2 soccer players by moving magnets under the wooden game table. The players aim to throw a small marble into the opponent's goal, with the first player to score ten goals winning the game.

    More details for WeyKick
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 3+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  18. Magic Rabbit

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    The magic show is about to begin, but chaos reigns behind the curtain with rabbits hopping everywhere and hats rolling on the floor. Players must work together within a limited time to collect the rabbits and hats in ascending order.

    More details for Magic Rabbit
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 3 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  19. MANTIS

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    Players either steal or score their way to victory by collecting matching cards until one player has 10 cards in their score pile. With the simplicity of UNO and the depth of Gin Rummy, it suits both children and adults, though adults may find themselves often outplayed by younger competitors.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    🔥 Deal: 23% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!

    More details for MANTIS
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  20. FUSE

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    FUSE is a fast-paced, real-time cooperative game that sets players in the roles of a Bomb Defusal Team (BDT) on a ship under threat. With the clock ticking, players must work together quickly and efficiently to defuse a series of bombs within a ten-minute timeframe. The game combines elements of strategy, communication, and quick decision-making under pressure.

    More details for FUSE
    • 1 - 5 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  21. Twin It!

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    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.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.

    More details for Twin It!
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 5 - 10 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Twin It!

    • YouTube Review for the game "Twin It!" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  22. Le Passe-Trappe Grande

    All details for the board game Le Passe-Trappe Grande and similar games

    A fun dexterity game that can be played in just a few minutes. The board is divided by a wall with a small gap in the middle. Players aim to be the first to shoot their disks through the gap using the rubber band stretched over their back wall. Each player places their disks anywhere on their side at the start, as long as they don't block the middle passage, and they use the rubber band to slide disks to the opponent's side. The player with the fewest disks left on their side when time runs out wins.

    More details for Le Passe-Trappe Grande
    • 2 Players
    • 5 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  23. Rollet

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    Players compete in teams of two to roll steel balls down a ramp and hit the wooden ball into the opposing team's goal. The game demands precision, timing, and teamwork while punishing reckless play and aimless attempts.

    More details for Rollet
    • 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Rollet

    • YouTube Review for the game "Rollet" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  24. Jungle Speed

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    Jungle Speed is a lively and fast-paced game that tests players' observation skills and quick reflexes. It's a game filled with excitement and often leads to bursts of laughter due to its frantic and fun nature.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2003

    More details for Jungle Speed
    • 2 - 10 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  25. Breakdancing Meeples

    All details for the board game Breakdancing Meeples and similar games

    Roll your Meeples: The wooden Meeples are your dancers. There are two ways to play "Breakdancing Meeples": recreate tasks with specific poses or roll in real-time for group appeals.

    More details for Breakdancing Meeples
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 5 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  26. The Game: Quick & Easy

    All details for the board game The Game: Quick & Easy and similar games

    Play one card, draw one card – it sounds simple, but don't be fooled. Despite its name, the game is challenging and requires true teamwork to win. Players must play all fifty cards from the stack onto the two discard piles, adhering to specific rules about card placement based on color and number. In the advanced version, players can only play one card per turn and must keep their hand hidden, revealing only the colors of their cards.

    More details for The Game: Quick & Easy
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 8 - 10 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for The Game: Quick & Easy

    • YouTube Review for the game "The Game: Quick & Easy" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  27. Krosmaster: Arena – Duel Pack 2

    All details for the board game Krosmaster: Arena – Duel Pack 2 and similar games

    Experience the intensity of battles in Krosmaster Arena with two brand-new heroes in a fast, fun, and strategic duel! The Duel Pack 2 includes exclusive figures Nidas and Queen of Thieves, along with their character cards, a game board, two token sheets, and two engraved dice. This standalone game for two players can also expand the Krosmaster: Arena experience.

    More details for Krosmaster: Arena – Duel Pack 2
    • 2 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  28. Tac Tac Jack

    All details for the board game Tac Tac Jack and similar games

    Tac Tac Jack (also known as Toc Toc Woodman and Click Clack Lumberjack in its various editions) is a dexterity-based game that challenges players to chop pieces from a tree trunk without toppling the structure. The game is celebrated for its simple yet engaging gameplay, suitable for players of all ages. Across its editions, the core objective remains consistent – skillfully tap the tree segments to harvest bark or pieces, scoring points while avoiding penalties.

    More details for Tac Tac Jack
    • 2 - 7 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 5+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  29. Trötofant

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    Players represent elephants and try to collect as many logs as possible, which are placed on a tree crown. By pulling on a string, the tree spins, and players must use their trunks, represented by tooters, to pick up the logs and place them in their own enclosures. Each log is worth 1 point, unless it has a mouse on it, in which case it is worth -1 point. The game ends when the tree is empty or stops spinning, and the player with the most points wins.

    More details for Trötofant
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 5+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  30. BONK

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    Players aim to roll steel balls down a slide to knock a wooden ball into the opponent's goal in a fast-paced, team-based competition. Each team protects their own goal while trying to score points by getting the wooden ball into the other team's net. The first team to score five points wins, and play involves quick rounds with a unique board design that influences gameplay.

    Nominated for 3 awards.

    More details for BONK
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable

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