The best games set on the continent of Europe 🇪🇺 2024

Looking for a really good game that takes place on the continent of Europe🇪🇺? Then we have just the thing for you: The list with the best Europe games 2024.

What are Europa games🇪🇺?

In this list you will find games, expansions, promos that thematically or playfully represent the European continent🇪🇺 (not just one country).

Some games, such as Ticket to Ride or the Power Grid Deluxe Version, sometimes include several cards with more than one continent - for example, one with North America and the other with Europe.

In English, by the way, "Europe" is called "Europe".

For more info, see the Wikipedia entry for Europe.

Examples of games set on the continent of Europe🇪🇺

A good example of a Europe (continents) game is 10 Days in Europe or Risk: Europe.

List of the best games 2024 that play on the continent of Europe 🇪🇺

This list was last updated on November 30, 2024. We compared 274 board games for this list and selected the top 30. There's also a print version for this list.
  1. Ticket to Ride: Europe

    All details for the board game Ticket to Ride: Europe and similar games

    Ticket to Ride: Europe invites you to embark on an exhilarating train adventure through the heart of Europe. From the historic streets of Edinburgh to the vibrant city of Constantinople, and from the sunny shores of Lisbon to the grandeur of Moscow, you'll traverse the great cities of turn-of-the-century Europe. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a family looking for a fun challenge, this game, like the original Ticket to Ride, offers an elegantly simple gameplay experience that can be mastered in just five minutes.

    Nominated for 4 awards and won 2.

    More details for Ticket to Ride: Europe
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Ticket to Ride: Europe

    • YouTube Review for the game "Ticket to Ride: Europe" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  2. Caper: Europe

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    Caper: Europe thrusts players into the heart of a high-stakes game of thievery and strategy, set against the backdrop of Europe's most iconic locations. As rival criminal masterminds, players draft a crew of skilled thieves, dispatch them across the continent, and equip them with various gear to pull off daring heists. The challenge lies in outsmarting your opponent by efficiently managing your resources, controlling key locations, and securing valuable stolen goods. With only six rounds to enact your master plan, the pressure is on to be the most cunning and successful mastermind.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Caper: Europe
    • 2 Players
    • 25 - 35 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  3. Fall of Rome

    All details for the board game Fall of Rome and similar games

    Pandemic: Fall of Rome is a unique cooperative board game that blends the classic gameplay of Pandemic with the historical setting of the Roman Empire's decline. In this game, players work together as citizens, soldiers, and allies of Rome, tasked with defending the empire against various barbarian tribes like the Anglo-Saxons, Goths, Vandals, and Huns. The game requires players to strategically recruit armies, fortify cities, and forge alliances to halt the onslaught of invaders.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    More details for Fall of Rome
    • 1 - 5 Players
    • 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  4. Ticket to Ride: First Journey (Europe)

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 15 - 30 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  5. Scythe

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    In the turbulent 1920s Europa, a period overshadowed by the aftermath of the first great war, a city-state known as "The Factory" stands at the center of attention. This capitalistic powerhouse, renowned for its heavily armored mechs that fueled the war, has mysteriously closed its doors, leaving neighboring nations vying for its secrets.

    Nominated for 21 awards and won 10.

    More details for Scythe
    • 1 - 5 Players
    • 90 - 115 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

    Video reviews for Scythe

    • YouTube Review for the game "Scythe" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  6. Tales of the Arabian Nights

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    Tales of the Arabian Nights is a storytelling board game that immerses players in the adventurous world of Arabian folklore, similar to the stories narrated by Scheherazade. This game is less about winning and more about experiencing and sharing a compelling narrative.

    Nominated for 5 awards.

    More details for Tales of the Arabian Nights
    • 1 - 6 Players
    • 120 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Tales of the Arabian Nights

    • YouTube Review for the game "Tales of the Arabian Nights" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  7. Trans Europa

    All details for the board game Trans Europa and similar games

    Trans Europa is a streamlined and engaging railway-themed board game where players work to connect a set of five cities across Europe with rail lines. The objective is straightforward yet challenging: be the first to link your cities to win the round, while avoiding the loss of points for being the last to complete your network. The game is played over multiple rounds, making swift and strategic placement of rails crucial to victory.

    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

    More details for Trans Europa
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  8. 10 Days in Europe

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    Nominated for 2 awards.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kinderspiel des Jahres 2003

    More details for 10 Days in Europe
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for 10 Days in Europe

    • YouTube Review for the game "10 Days in Europe" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  9. Crusaders: Thy Will Be Done

    All details for the board game Crusaders: Thy Will Be Done and similar games

    Crusaders: Thy Will Be Done delves into the historical period of the Crusades, offering players a strategic board game experience where they lead their knights on holy quests to spread the influence of their Order. The looming threat of King Philip disbanding the Templar orders adds a layer of urgency to the gameplay, pushing players to optimize their actions and expand their influence swiftly.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Crusaders: Thy Will Be Done
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 40 - 60 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  10. Trans Europa & Trans Amerika

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 25 - 40 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  11. Airlines Europe

    All details for the board game Airlines Europe and similar games

    Before the likes of Ticket to Ride, Santa Fe Rails, and Union Pacific, there was Airlines - one of the earliest creations from renowned designer Alan R. Moon and publisher ABACUSSPIELE. Now, more than two decades later, Moon and ABACUSSPIELE bring you a reimagined experience with Airlines Europe, a game born from Moon's desire to expand upon the original while introducing exciting new choices.

    Nominated for 6 awards and won 1.

    More details for Airlines Europe
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 75 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  12. Power Grid Deluxe: Europe/North America

    All details for the board game Power Grid Deluxe: Europe/North America and similar games

    Power Grid Deluxe: Europe/North America is a standalone game in the Power Grid universe, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the original Power Grid game. This deluxe edition boasts a double-sided game board featuring maps of Europe and North America, newly designed wooden components, and a completely new deck of power plants, including some that use natural gas. The game also introduces an enhanced two-player experience called “Against the Trust” and new overview cards for resource refills.

    More details for Power Grid Deluxe: Europe/North America
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 120 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  13. Pandemic: Hot Zone – Europe

    All details for the board game Pandemic: Hot Zone – Europe and similar games

    Pandemic: Hot Zone – Europe is a compact and quick-playing version of the beloved cooperative game Pandemic. Set against the backdrop of Europe, this iteration maintains the core mechanics of the original game but in a streamlined format that's ideal for players looking for a shorter game time and greater portability.

    More details for Pandemic: Hot Zone – Europe
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  14. Rattus

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    Rattus is a medium-strategy board game set in Europe during the devastating years of the Black Death, around 1347. Players represent various regions of Europe, struggling to survive as the plague ravages the continent. The game uniquely blends historical context with strategic gameplay, as players interact with different classes from the Middle Ages to protect their populations.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    More details for Rattus
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  15. Tiletum

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    Tiletum transports players back to the splendor of the Renaissance, a period marked by the flourishing of trade and the arts across Europe. In this game, players embody wealthy merchants traversing from Flanders to Venice, engaging in commerce, constructing cathedrals, and currying favor with noble families to establish themselves as preeminent figures of the era.

    Nominated for 7 awards and won 1.

    More details for Tiletum
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 60 - 100 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  16. Triumph & Tragedy: European Balance of Power 1936-1945

    All details for the board game Triumph & Tragedy: European Balance of Power 1936-1945 and similar games
    • 2 - 3 Players
    • 240 - 360 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  17. The Great Tour: European Cities

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    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  18. Quartermaster General: 1914

    All details for the board game Quartermaster General: 1914 and similar games
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 90 - 120 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

    Video reviews for Quartermaster General: 1914

    • YouTube Review for the game "Quartermaster General: 1914" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Quartermaster General: 1914" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  19. Spy Connection

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    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Spy Connection
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  20. Time of Crisis: The Roman Empire in Turmoil, 235-284 AD

    All details for the board game Time of Crisis: The Roman Empire in Turmoil, 235-284 AD and similar games
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 120 - 180 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  21. Risk: Europe

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 45 - 180 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  22. Europa: Paris ist ja klar, aber wo liegt Córdoba?

    All details for the board game Europa: Paris ist ja klar, aber wo liegt Córdoba? and similar games

    🔥 Deal: 17% cheaper than the best Geizhals deal, likely for a short time only!

    More details for Europa: Paris ist ja klar, aber wo liegt Córdoba?
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  23. Paths of Glory

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    Paths of Glory: The First World War is a highly acclaimed wargame designed by Ted Raicer, a six-time Charles S. Roberts awards winner. Published by GMT Games, this game offers players a chance to experience the strategic and military challenges of World War I. It encapsulates the grand struggle from 1914 to 1918, covering battles across the Western Front, the icy plains of Poland, the Balkans, and the deserts of Arabia.

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    More details for Paths of Glory
    • 2 Players
    • 480 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Hard to learn

    Video reviews for Paths of Glory

    • YouTube Review for the game "Paths of Glory" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Paths of Glory" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  24. Newton

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    Newton is a strategic board game that immerses players in the era of the Scientific Revolution, a time of profound discoveries and intellectual advancements. Players step into the shoes of aspiring scientists, striving to achieve the stature of legendary figures like Galileo, Copernicus, and Newton himself. The game encapsulates the journey of knowledge, exploration, and scientific achievement.

    Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.

    More details for Newton
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 90 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

    Video reviews for Newton

    • YouTube Review for the game "Newton" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  25. Fury of Dracula (Second Edition)

    All details for the board game Fury of Dracula (Second Edition) and similar games

    Fury of Dracula (Second Edition) is a thematic board game that immerses players in a suspenseful chase across Europe as they either embody Dracula himself or the intrepid vampire hunters from Bram Stoker's renowned novel.

    Nominated for 4 awards and won 1.

    More details for Fury of Dracula (Second Edition)
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 180 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  26. Fire & Axe: A Viking Saga

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    Fire & Axe: A Viking Saga transports players into the heart of Norse mythology, challenging them to live out epic sagas as Vikings seeking glory through exploration, trade, and conquest. Originally known as Viking Fury, this board game invites players to embark on a journey across the seas, deciding their fate through strategic decisions that will either lead to their name being remembered in the halls of Valhalla or being forgotten with the passage of time.

    More details for Fire & Axe: A Viking Saga
    • 3 - 5 Players
    • 30 - 90 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  27. The Lamps are Going Out: World War I

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 180 - 240 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  28. Imperial

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    Imperial is a strategy board game that plunges players into the heart of European imperialism. Unlike traditional war or area control games, players in Imperial take on the roles of international investors vying for influence over six major imperial nations. The game stands out for its unique approach to strategy, eschewing the randomness of dice and cards, and instead focusing on the players' abilities to manipulate and control the political landscape of Europe.

    Nominated for 6 awards.

    More details for Imperial
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 120 - 180 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Hard to learn

    Video reviews for Imperial

    • YouTube Review for the game "Imperial" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  29. Europe in Turmoil: Prelude to the Great War

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    • 2 Players
    • 180 - 240 Minutes
    • Medium difficulty
  30. A Pragmatic War: The War of the Austrian Succession 1741 – 1748

    All details for the board game A Pragmatic War: The War of the Austrian Succession 1741 – 1748 and similar games
    • 2 Players
    • 180 - 300 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

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