The best games by James A. Wilson 👨 2026

Looking for a really good game by James A. Wilson? Here's the list of the best James A. Wilson games 2026.

Who is James A. Wilson?

The game designer currently lives in Pacific Northwest.

James A. Wilson as a game designer

James A. Wilson's first game in our database is Everdell, from 2018 – so James A. Wilson has been designing games for over 8 years. The best-known game is Everdell.

How good are games by James A. Wilson?

There are 2 games by James A. Wilson in our Top-1000 games list – making James A. Wilson #180 of the best game designers out of 13120 designers in our database.

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List of the best games by James A. Wilson 2026

In this list you'll find the best board, card & dice games by James A. Wilson that you can buy 2026.

This list was last updated on November 5, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .

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  1. Everdell: The Complete Collection

    Everdell: The Complete Collection

    Immerse yourself in the world of Everdell with the Complete Collection. Build a city filled with animal inhabitants, explore diverse regions, and celebrate events like the Bellfaire. The collection features 23 unique Critter Meeples, player powers for asymmetric gameplay, and luxurious components, making it the ultimate Everdell experience.

    All details & rating
    1–6 40–120 min 10+ Medium complexity
  2. My Lil' Everdell

    My Lil' Everdell

    Join Chip, Sweep, and other kids from Everdell to build the most spectacular fantasy city ever. This easy-to-learn game focuses on worker placement and tableau building, providing fun for the whole family while enhancing children's concentration and learning abilities. Explore the bridge, search for the dragon cave, and dive into the fortress with the newest expansion of the Everdell series.

    All details & rating
    1–4 30 min 6+ Easy to learn
    + 3 € above the best price
    36 € at Amazon*
  3. Everdell Duo
    1–2 30 min 10+ Medium complexity
    + 5 € above the best price
    30 € at Amazon*
  4. Everdell Emerland

    Everdell Emerland

    Everdell Emerland is a standalone game set in the world of Everdell, designed by James A. Wilson and Clarissa A. Wilson (German edition: Pegasus Spiele). It is rated 10+ and plays in 30 to 120 minutes. It combines worker placement with playing cards into your own jungle city.

    All details & rating
    1–4 30–120 min 10+ Medium complexity
  5. Everdell Silverfrost
    1–4 30–120 min 10+ Medium complexity

Frequently asked questions

Which game ranks first on this list?

Everdell: The Complete Collection 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 1 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 6 years. Each game carries its own age rating.

How long does a game take?

A typical game takes about 30 to 120 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.

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