The best games released in 1970πŸ“† 2026

Looking for a really good game from the year 1970? Then we have just the thing for you: our recommendation list with the best board games that were newly released in 1970.

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A list with the best games from other years can be found at the end of the page.

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List of the best new games releases in 1970:

This list was last updated on June 10, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .
  1. Downspin

    Downspin

    Players manipulate five discs on a frame, each with openings for small heads. By rotating the discs, they can move their heads downward with gravity's help and strategically interact with their opponent's pieces. The first player to successfully align their heads in order at the bottom wins, or they can win by forcing their opponent's heads out of sequence.

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    2 30 min 7+ Immediately playable
  2. Ghost Castle

    Ghost Castle

    Players move their pawns around a classic 3D haunted house board, aiming to be the first to escape. Throughout the game, they draw cards that can transform them into a mouse, revert them back to a child, or activate a "whammy" ball that moves randomly, sending any player hit back to a safe spot. The game has seen various versions and adaptations in different countries, featuring unique components and rules.

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    2–4 45 min 6+ Immediately playable
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  3. Masterpiece

    Masterpiece

    Famous paintings by Van Gogh, Rembrandt, and Renoir are up for auction, waiting for the highest bidder. Players assume the role of art collectors, striving to accumulate the greatest fortune in cash and artwork value. The game captures the excitement of a fast-paced auction environment, challenging players to spot counterfeit pieces while navigating high-stakes bidding with eccentric fellow collectors.

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    3–6 60 min 10+ Immediately playable
  4. All The King's Men

    All The King's Men

    This is a strategy game similar to chess. The board is set up like a chessboard, but each space has printed arrows that determine the direction of movement. Players aim to capture the opponent's brain while navigating a variety of tactical challenges.

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    2 30 min 8+ Easy to learn
  5. Ploy

    Ploy

    This game has a chess-like feel. Players move different types of pieces on the board, aiming to eliminate their opponent's commander or capture it. The strategy involves knowing when to move and when to pivot a piece to change direction. Designed for 2 or 4 players, it features a space-age theme with unique components and a guide.

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    2–4 60 min 10+ Easy to learn

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