The best games released in 1986📆 2024

Looking for a really good game from the year 1986? Then we have just the thing for you: our recommendation list with the best board games that were newly released in 1986.

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List of the best new games releases in 1986:

This list was last updated on November 20, 2024. We compared 37 board games for this list and selected the top 10. There's also a print version for this list.

  1. Labyrinth

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    Labyrinth, originally known as The aMAZEing Labyrinth, is a dynamic puzzle game that offers a unique combination of strategy and adaptability. It's part of the Labyrinth series of games by Ravensburger, known for their engaging and clever designs.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 2.

    More details for Labyrinth
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
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    Video reviews for Labyrinth

    • YouTube Review for the game "Labyrinth" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English

  2. Orchard

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    Nominated for 1 award.

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    • 2 - 8 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 3+ years old
    • Immediately playable
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  3. Max

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    • 1 - 8 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 4+ years old
    • Immediately playable
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  4. Fireball Island

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
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    Video reviews for Fireball Island

    • YouTube Review for the game "Fireball Island" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English

  5. Escape from Atlantis

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
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  6. 6-Tage Rennen

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    • 3 - 8 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
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  7. Outburst!

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    • 2 - 99 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 18+ years old
    • Immediately playable
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  8. Polarity

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    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

    More details for Polarity
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
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    Video reviews for Polarity

    • YouTube Review for the game "Polarity" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Polarity" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English

  9. Around the World in 80 Days

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
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    Video reviews for Around the World in 80 Days

    • YouTube Review for the game "Around the World in 80 Days" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English

  10. Ikusa

    All details for the board game Ikusa and similar games

    Ikusa, formerly known as Shogun and Samurai Swords, is a game set in the tumultuous feudal era of Japan. It represents the last entry in the original Milton Bradley Gamemaster series and focuses on the chaotic social and military upheaval of medieval Japan. Players take on the roles of faction leaders, vying to unite the land under their rule and earn the title of Shogun, the supreme ruler.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Ikusa
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 240 - 360 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
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