The Best Games from ABACUSSPIELE 🇩🇪🏢 2026

In this 2026 top list we have selected for you the best dice, card & board games from the game publisher "ABACUSSPIELE" 🇩🇪🏢.

History of ABACUSSPIELE

The family-run board game company "ABACUSSPIELE" was founded by Josef Nikisch & Matthias Senke in 1989. The current company headquarters is in Dreieich, Hesse, Germany🇩🇪. ABACUSSPIELE's debut work was "Pirate Billiards". The game publisher is also known as "Abacus".

Famous ABACUSSPIELE games are for example Race for the Galaxy, Hanabi & BANG!.

Sustainable production in Germany

The games almost exclusively produced in Germany. Plastic parts are rarely used as playing material. Instead, mainly wooden parts and cardboard boxes from sustainable production are used.

ABACUSSPIELE has won awards

In addition to numerous awards, the title "Spiel des Jahres 2007" for the game Zooloretto stands out as a great success in the history of the publishing house. The publisher's products are also attracting increasing international attention, with individual games now appearing on the market in over ten different language versions. In 2013, the publisher continued its success story with the extraordinary game Hanabi. ABACUSSPIELE celebrated the first award for a card game as "Spiel des Jahres".

How good are games from "ABACUSSPIELE" game publisher?

There are 14 games from ABACUSSPIELE included in our Top1000-Games-List, making ABACUSSPIELE the #20 best games publisher out of a total of 285 games publishers in our database.

Further Information about the Game Publisher ABACUSSPIELE

You can find more info about ABACUSSPIELE under following links:

List with the best Games by ABACUSSPIELE 2026 🇩🇪🏢

Below is the always up-to-date list of the best board games from ABACUSSPIELE that you can buy 2026:

This list was last updated on June 16, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .
  1. Coloretto

    Coloretto

    Engage in the colorful and strategic gameplay of Coloretto, where simplicity meets tactical decision-making. The game revolves around drawing cards to play into rows or claiming entire rows to expand your collection. As the rounds progress, players aim to create extensive sets, but there's a catch – exceeding three colors incurs penalties, adding a layer of strategic depth.

    All details & rating
    2–5 30 min 8+ Immediately playable
  2. BANG! The Dice Game

    BANG! The Dice Game

    BANG! The Dice Game transports players to the U.S. wild west, where the classic confrontation between the law and outlaws unfolds with an added threat of Indian attacks. This dice game adaptation retains the essence of the original Bang! card game while introducing new dynamics and challenges.

    All details & rating
    3–8 15 min 8+ Immediately playable
    + 2 € above the best price
    20 € at Amazon*
  3. Century: Spice Road

    Century: Spice Road

    Century: Spice Road is the first game in a series that delves into the rich and vibrant history of spice trading. Set against the backdrop of the legendary Silk Road, players take on the roles of caravan leaders, journeying across continents to trade spices and achieve fame and glory. This game combines elements of strategy and resource management, making it an engaging experience for players who enjoy economic and trading games.

    All details & rating
    2–5 30–45 min 8+ Easy to learn
    Video reviews 1
  4. NMBR 9

    NMBR 9

    NMBR 9 presents a unique puzzle game where numbers take on significance only when they rise above the ground level. The game encompasses twenty cards numbered 0-9, each appearing twice, and eighty tiles numbered 0-9, each composed of squares arranged in different configurations. Players embark on a captivating journey where they draw cards, select number tiles, and strategically build their own tile arrangement. The goal is to maximize points by constructing multi-level structures and showcasing their numerical prowess.

    All details & rating
    1–4 20 min 8+ Immediately playable
    + 7 € above the best price
    22 € at Amazon*
    Video reviews 1
  5. Sherlock: Intrusion
    1–8 60 min 12+ Immediately playable
    + 1 € above the best price
    8 € at Amazon*
  6. Hanabi

    Hanabi

    Hanabi, named after the Japanese word for "fireworks," invites players to collaboratively create the perfect fireworks display. In this cooperative game, the goal is to arrange cards on the table in the correct order to achieve a stunning pyrotechnic spectacle. However, there's a catch - players must hold their cards so that they are visible only to their teammates. To succeed, you'll need to provide hints to your fellow players about the numbers and colors of their cards, working together to avoid mistakes and complete the fireworks show before running out of cards.

    All details & rating
    2–5 25 min 8+ Easy to learn
  7. Sherlock: La copia

    Sherlock: La copia

    Sotheby's auction house faces a potential forgery case. Your detective team must analyze the clues to uncover who is guilty, how they did it, and why. In each case, players work with 32 clues, revealing one at a time until all are exposed or discarded.

    All details & rating
    1–8 60 min 10+ Immediately playable
    + 3 € above the best price
    8 € at Amazon*
  8. Decktective: Secrets in the Sand
    1–6 60 min 12+ Immediately playable
    + 2 € above the best price
    12 € at Amazon*
  9. Circus Flohcati

    Circus Flohcati

    Circus Flohcati brings the vibrant world of the flea circus to your table, offering a fast-paced game of strategy and risk-taking. Players aim to collect a variety of acts, each represented by ten types (colors) and point values ranging from 0 to 7, to amass the highest score. Your turn could involve adding a face-up card to your hand or unveiling a new one from the deck, which might just force an action upon you—like pilfering a card from a rival. But beware, revealing a card matching the color of one already face-up means you end up empty-handed. The thrill of the game lies in deciding whether to secure a card in sight or gamble for a potentially better draw.

    All details & rating
    2–5 15 min 6+ Immediately playable
  10. Tichu

    Tichu

    Tichu is an intriguing partnership card game that combines elements of Zheng Fen with traditional card play. It stands out as a strategic and competitive game, requiring players to be both tactically astute and keenly aware of their partner's actions. Typically played by four players in partnerships, the game is a race to get rid of all cards in hand, while aiming to score points.

    All details & rating
    4 60 min 10+ Easy to learn
    + 1 € above the best price
    9 € at Amazon*
  11. TEAM3 GREEN

    TEAM3 GREEN

    Three monkeys have started a construction company, and the building plans are coming in fast! They must collaborate to complete their plans before time runs out.

    All details & rating
    3–6 30 min 14+ Immediately playable
    + 5 € above the best price
    22 € at Amazon*
  12. Cacao

    Cacao

    Cacao is a tile-placement game set in the vibrant and lush world of cacao cultivation. Players take on the roles of tribe chiefs, leading their people to prosperity by strategically harvesting and trading cacao.

    All details & rating
    2–4 45 min 8+ Easy to learn
    Video reviews 1
  13. Anno Domini: BLACK
    2–8 30 min 10+ Immediately playable
  14. The World As I See It

    The World As I See It

    The title carries a hint of irony. Players can view the world in personal, social, or fantastical ways, guided by suggestions from others. Choosing among their friends’ differing opinions can be challenging, as every option carries significance. The game features 112 "My World" cards and 392 "IS cards," creating constantly changing combinations, requiring players to make serious choices amidst the humor of odd pairings in each round.

    All details & rating
    2–15 30 min 10+ Immediately playable
  15. Anno Domini: Kuriositäten

    Anno Domini: Kuriositäten

    A set consists of 340 cards, each describing a historical event on one side and the year it occurred on the other. Each player receives nine cards and can only look at the descriptions. Players take turns placing cards on the table to arrange them chronologically, and they can challenge the order if they believe it's incorrect. Correct challenges result in card gains for the doubting player, while incorrect ones benefit the player whose order was accepted. The goal is to be the first to discard all cards, with bluffing being as crucial as knowledge, as many events are obscure and hard to date.

    All details & rating
    2–8 30 min 10+ Immediately playable
    + 3 € above the best price
    14 € at Amazon*
  16. Sherlock: Room 208
    1–8 60 min 12+ Immediately playable
    + 1 € above the best price
    8 € at Amazon*

Frequently asked questions

Which game ranks first on this list?

Coloretto 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 6 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 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.

Didn't find the game you were looking for?

We're positive that you'll find it in one of our other lists! To make the search easier for you, we split our website into different categories. The following board game categories will help you find the right list: