The best games from Ludonaute 🇫🇷🏢 2026
In this 2026 top list we've picked out the best dice, card & board games from the game publisher "Ludonaute".
History of Ludonaute
The board game company "Ludonaute" was founded by Anne-Cécile Lefebvre & Cédric Lefebvre in 2010. The current company headquarters is in Nontron, Dordogne, France🇫🇷.
The oldest game by Ludonaute in our database is Yggdrasil, from 2011. The best-known game is Colt Express (Spiel des Jahres 2015 winner).
How good are games from the "Ludonaute" publisher?
There are 3 games by Ludonaute in our Top-1000 games list – making Ludonaute #114 of the best game publishers out of 1557 publishers in our database.
More information about the publisher Ludonaute
More about the game publisher Ludonaute:
- BGG publisher page of Ludonaute
- Official website of Ludonaute
- Ludonaute on Facebook
- Ludonaute on Twitter/X
- Ludonaute on Instagram
- Ludonaute on TikTok
- Wikipedia article on Ludonaute
- Ludonaute stellt die Verlagstätigkeit ein – Analyse (Gus & Co, 2025)
List of the best games from Ludonaute 2026
In this list you'll find the best board, card & dice games from the publisher Ludonaute that you can buy 2026.
Does this fit your game night? Who is there, how much time, what mood – Game-Night sorts this list for you.
-
Colt Express
All details & ratingColt Express is a fast-paced, action-packed board game set in the Wild West, where players take on the roles of bandits attempting to rob a moving train.
2–6 40 min 10+ Easy to learn - + 4 € above the best price21 € at Amazon*
-
Living Forest
All details & ratingLiving Forest is a captivating board game where players become nature spirits, striving to protect a sacred forest and its tree from the destructive flames of Onibi. With the help of animal guardians, players work to save the forest through a combination of strategy, luck, and cooperation.
1–4 40 min 10+ Easy to learn8 % cheaper than at other retailers25 € at Amazon* -
Lewis & Clark: The Expedition
All details & ratingLewis & Clark: The Expedition immerses players in the historical journey of the famous explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark as they traverse the North American continent. The objective is to be the first to reach the Pacific Ocean, navigating through a variety of challenges and strategic decisions.
1–5 120 min 14+ Medium complexity -
Oh Captain!
All details & ratingAdventurers embark on a journey to find the hidden cave of a mythical monster, encountering strange items along the way. In this asymmetrical game with changing roles, an adventurer presents loot cards to the captain, sharing information that may not be truthful. The captain decides if the crew member keeps the loot or can choose to challenge another adventurer, leading to potential rewards or losses based on honesty. The role of captain can shift to any wealthier adventurer, with the richest adventurer declared the winner at the end.
3–6 15–30 min 8+ Easy to learn+ 2 € above the best price23 € at Amazon* -
CIV: Carta Impera Victoria
All details & ratingPlayers develop their own civilization in a game of civilization and diplomacy. The goal is to achieve dominance in a field to shape history while keeping an eye on opponents' progress. Players must utilize various powers strategically and may need to form temporary alliances to hinder rivals, but must be cautious as alliances can change. The game accommodates different team formats and player counts.
2–4 20–60 min 8+ Easy to learn+ 4 € above the best price17 € at Amazon* - + 1 € above the best price18 € at Amazon*
Frequently asked questions
Which game ranks first on this list?
Colt Express (Spiel des Jahres 2015 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 5 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 7 years. Each game carries its own age rating.
How long does a game take?
A typical game takes about 30 to 40 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: