The best games set on the whole world 🌍 2026

Looking for a really good game that plays all over the world 🌍? Then we have just the thing for you: the list of the best world games 2026.

What are world games?

In this list you will find games, expansions and promos in which the world (all continents) is thematically or playfully represented. The world is the Earth and all life on it, including human civilization.

Examples of games set around the world

A good example of a The World (Region) game is Risk or most of the games in the Pandemic series.

List of the best games 2026 that play around the world 🌍

This list was last updated on October 18, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .
  1. Pandemic Legacy: Season 1

    Pandemic Legacy: Season 1

    Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 offers an extraordinary gaming experience as a cooperative campaign game, immersing players in an overarching story-arc that unfolds over 12-24 gripping sessions. The duration depends on your group's performance and the fate of the world. Here's an overview of this thrilling journey:

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    2–4 60 min 13+ Medium complexity
    13 € below the next retailer
    78 € at Amazon*
  2. Pandemic

    Pandemic

    Pandemic is a highly acclaimed cooperative board game where players take on the roles of disease-fighting specialists. Their mission is to contain and cure four deadly diseases that have broken out across the globe. The game is set on a board depicting major world population centers and requires players to strategize and work together to manage the outbreaks and develop cures before the diseases spiral out of control.

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    2–4 45 min 8+ Easy to learn
    12 € below the next retailer
    30 € at Amazon*
  3. Pan Am

    Pan Am

    Pan Am is an engaging board game that immerses players in the era of pioneering air travel, where they compete to build and expand their own airline empires. The game cleverly integrates strategy, bidding, and economic elements, allowing players to navigate through the historical landscape of the aviation industry.

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    2–4 60 min 12+ Easy to learn
  4. Twilight Struggle

    Twilight Struggle

    Twilight Struggle offers an immersive journey through a pivotal period in history, where the world stood on the brink of nuclear annihilation. This two-player game takes place during the forty-five year rivalry between the Soviet Union and the United States. Instead of traditional warfare, players engage in a dance of intrigue, prestige, and the occasional outbreak of hostilities. As the superpowers strive to make the world safe for their ideologies, you'll navigate a complex web of politics, espionage, and strategy. The game begins in the aftermath of World War II, with both superpowers scrambling for control, and concludes in 1989, leaving only one superpower standing.

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    2 120–180 min 13+ For connoisseurs
  5. Risk Legacy

    Risk Legacy

    Risk Legacy is a revolutionary approach to the classic board game Risk, introducing the concept of a "campaigning" board game. What sets Risk Legacy apart is its evolving nature; the game changes over time, influenced by the outcomes of each session and the decisions made by players. This version of Risk creates a unique and persistent world that is shaped by the players' actions, resulting in a customized gaming experience.

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    3–5 60 min 13+ Medium complexity
  6. In 80 Days around the World

    In 80 Days around the World

    Rio Grande Games

    Around the World in 80 Days transports players into the adventurous spirit of Phileas Fogg's epic journey, as immortalized in Jules Verne's classic novel. This board game, adorned with Victorian-era decorations, challenges players to circumnavigate the globe faster than their rivals, using strategy, planning, and a bit of luck to outmaneuver one another and claim victory in this race against time.

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    2–6 50–70 min 10+ Easy to learn
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  7. 80 Days

    80 Days

    After hearing about Mr. Phileas Fogg's outrageous wager to travel around the world in just 80 days, you decide to take on an even greater challenge. Embark on an exciting journey while filling your travel diary with experiences to prove who the toughest traveler is.

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    2–4 45–75 min 10+ Easy to learn
    11 € below the next retailer
    30 € at Amazon*
  8. Risk

    Risk

    Risk is a classic board game known for its global war theme and mass appeal. It offers a blend of strategy, luck, and diplomacy, making it one of the most popular war games in the world.

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    2–6 120 min 10+ Easy to learn
    25 % cheaper than at other retailers
    35 € at Amazon*
  9. Risk: The Dalek Invasion of Earth

    Risk: The Dalek Invasion of Earth

    In the early 20th century, Earth has faced numerous invasions, but never one as perilous as the attack of several Dalek armies that descend from the skies to battle each other and conquer the world. Players control one of five armies, either classic or based on the new Dalek paradigm, in search of an ancient artifact that could grant the Daleks universal domination. As they vie for supremacy, the Doctor intervenes each round to protect territories, and special power cards and missions add strategic depth to this epic struggle for control over Earth and the universe.

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    2–5 60–120 min 10+ Easy to learn
  10. Cthulhu Wars

    Cthulhu Wars

    Cthulhu Wars is a grand strategy board game inspired by the Cthulhu mythos of H.P. Lovecraft. This game is notable for its physical scale, featuring an array of detailed figurines representing cultists, monsters, aliens, and the Great Old Ones themselves, varying in size from about 20 mm to a towering 180 mm. Players assume the roles of different factions, each unique in its set of monsters, spell books, and special abilities.

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    2–4 90–120 min 14+ Medium complexity
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Frequently asked questions

Which game ranks first on this list?

Pandemic Legacy: Season 1 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 4 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 8 years. Each game carries its own age rating.

How long does a game take?

A typical game takes about 60 to 70 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.

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