The best games where the starting player is determined randomly 2026
Looking for a really good game where the starting player is determined randomly? Then we have just the thing for you: The list with the best "Starting order: random" games 2026.
What are "Starting order: random" games?
Representatives of play pieces or players are randomized, and one is drawn at a time. That player or play piece takes its turn, then a new random draw is made.
By the way, "turn order: random" means "turn order: random".
Examples of games where the starting player is randomized:
A good example of a turn order: random game is The Pillars of the Earth.
List of Games with different Turn Order Mechanisms
There are many more, creative Turn Order Mechanisms than the Random based one. You can find a list at the bottom of this page.
List of best games with random start order 2026
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Kinfire Chronicles: Night's Fall
All details & ratingKinfire Chronicles: Night's Fall is a cooperative campaign game for 1 to 4 players ages 14 and up. Playing one of six Seekers, you defend the city of Din'Lux against the creatures of the Starless Nights across sessions of 45 to 60 minutes.
1–4 45–60 min 14+ Medium complexity -
The Pillars of the Earth
All details & ratingThe Pillars of the Earth, inspired by Ken Follett's bestselling novel, is a strategy board game set in the early 13th century, centered around the construction of a grand cathedral in England. This game, part of the Kosmos line of literature-based games, challenges players to contribute to the cathedral's construction while vying for victory points.
2–4 90–120 min 12+ Medium complexity+ 21 € above the best price34 € at Amazon* -
Cataclysm: A Second World War
All details & ratingThe 1930s is a time of recovery from the Great War and the subsequent Great Depression. A second world war could erupt at any moment. Players lead nations and must devise diplomatic strategies and build military strength to either prevent or engage in conflict.
2–5 90–600 min 14+ For connoisseurs
Frequently asked questions
Which game ranks first on this list?
Kinfire Chronicles: Night's Fall 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 12 years. Each game carries its own age rating.
How long does a game take?
A typical game takes about 90 to 120 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.
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