The best games released in 1985📆 2024

Looking for a really good game from the year 1985? Then we have just the thing for you: our recommendation list with the best board games that were newly released in 1985.

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List of the best new games releases in 1985:

This list was last updated on March 22, 2024. We compared 31 board games for this list and selected the top 10. There's also a print version for this list.
  1. You're Bluffing!

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    You're Bluffing! is a classic game of bidding and bluffing where players engage in the lively auction of farm animals, striving to complete sets for points. The game operates on a simple yet engaging mechanic where each animal type is represented by four cards, and players aim to collect complete sets through auctions and trades.

    More details for You're Bluffing!
    • 3 - 5 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  2. Shadows in the Forest

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    • 2 - 8 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    👍 Good price!35€ atAmazon.de*
  3. DungeonQuest

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    DungeonQuest is a thrilling adventure board game that challenges players to explore the treacherous ruins of Castle Dragonfire, with the ultimate goal of reaching the treasure chamber at the dungeon's heart and escaping alive with as much loot as possible. Known for its high risk and high reward gameplay, the game is a race against time, as players must navigate the dungeon and secure their riches before the game ends, or face certain death within its walls.

    More details for DungeonQuest
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 20 - 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for DungeonQuest

    • YouTube Review for the game "DungeonQuest" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  4. Lost Valley of the Dinosaurs

    All details for the board game Lost Valley of the Dinosaurs and similar games
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  5. Wildlife Adventure

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  6. Pictionary

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    Pictionary is a classic and popular party game that blends drawing with guessing. It's a team-based activity that provides a lot of fun and laughter, suitable for players of all ages and skill levels.

    More details for Pictionary
    • 3 - 16 Players
    • 90 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  7. Ausbrecher AG

    All details for the board game Ausbrecher AG and similar games
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  8. Code 777

    All details for the board game Code 777 and similar games
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  9. Tales of the Arabian Nights

    All details for the board game Tales of the Arabian Nights and similar games
    • 1 - 6 Players
    • 120 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  10. Orient Express

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    Nominated for 2 awards and won 2.

    ⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 1987

    More details for Orient Express
    • 1 - 6 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn

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