The best kids games for 7 years and older 2026
In 2026 looking for a good game for your child from 7 years? Our overview lists card, dice and board games that can be played by children (and adults) between the ages of 7 and 9.
It is important that the needs and abilities of the children are taken into account and considered - sensible encouragement & challenge is required here. We have paid close attention to what seven-year-old, eight-year-old and nine-year-old children need and can do. The games listed here should neither under- nor overchallenge your kids.
The best board games for all ages
For those who have kids of a different age, we've created more lists with board games separated by age group.
A list of games for kids of all ages can be found here: The best children's games.
The best board games for kids 7 years and older:
But now to our overview with the best games for children from 7 years 2026:
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Karak
All details & ratingBeneath the crumbling walls of Karak Castle lies a labyrinth filled with treasures and monsters. Six brave adventurers enter, each with a unique trick to claim fortune, but they must outsmart their opponents, defeat monsters, and seize the dragon's gemstone. Players uncover the labyrinth tile by tile, engage in battles, and gather treasures, with the most successful adventurer being crowned the true master of Karak!
2–5 45 min 7+ Immediately playable -
Catapult Feud
All details & ratingBuild your castles, assemble your troops, load your catapults, and employ clever tactics to emerge victorious! The battle for territory has begun again, as players aim to eliminate all opposing troops and be the last standing.
2 20–30 min 7+ Immediately playable+ 3 € above the best price30 € at Amazon* -
Kids Chronicles: Quest for the Moon Stones
All details & ratingPlayers take on the role of young wizards in a cooperative family game filled with adventure and mysterious investigations. They explore the fairyland of the Summer and Winter Kingdoms with Nils, the Moon Cat, while searching for four magical moon stones. Using unique QR codes for each game component, players engage with the game through their mobile device to uncover clues and experiences in a virtual world. Each session lasts around 30 to 45 minutes and comes with a tutorial and five unique stories.
1–4 30–45 min 7+ Immediately playable+ 3 € above the best price11 € at Amazon* -
Dr. Eureka
All details & ratingDr. Eureka is a fast-paced, dexterity-based board game that challenges players to become the quickest and most precise scientist in the laboratory. Designed for players with a keen sense of logic and a steady hand, this game puts your problem-solving and fine motor skills to the test.
2–4 15 min 8+ Immediately playable+ 3 € above the best price28 € at Amazon* -
Ghost Fightin' Treasure Hunters!
All details & ratingGhost Fightin' Treasure Hunters, also known as Geister, Geister, Schatzsuchmeister!, is an award-winning cooperative board game where players embark on an eerie adventure to collect treasures from a haunted house.
2–4 30 min 8+ Easy to learnVideo reviews 1 -
SOS Dino
All details & ratingReact, anticipate, and work together as a team to save the four dinosaurs in SOS Dino! Draw a tile, place it on the board, and then move one of the dinosaurs closer to safety in the mountains. Beware of lava flows and meteor showers!
1–4 25 min 7+ Immediately playable -
Sleeping Queens
All details & ratingIn Sleeping Queens, a whimsical and strategic card game, players embark on a mission to awaken sleeping queens using a mix of strategy, quick thinking, and luck. The game features the Pancake Queen, the Ladybug Queen, and ten other queen cards, all under a magical sleeping spell. The goal is to wake these queens from their slumber and earn points.
2–5 20 min 8+ Immediately playable -
Detective Charlie
All details & ratingStrange events occur on Mysterville Island, and Charlie Holmes needs your help to solve the case! Interrogate witnesses, analyze evidence, and return to the train station in time for tea.
1–5 25 min 7+ Immediately playable+ 1 € above the best price30 € at Amazon* -
Pyramid of Pengqueen
All details & ratingPlayers take on the role of a mummy attempting to catch treasure hunters, while others aim to retrieve as many treasures from the pyramid as possible. The game features magnetic pieces on a vertical board, allowing the mummy player to obscure the hunters' movements. Players use dice to guide their movements, while the mummy must deduce their positions and try to capture them.
2–5 30–45 min 8+ Immediately playable -
Chronicles of Avel
All details & ratingPlayers assume the roles of brave heroes tasked with saving their magical land. They create a unique character, equip themselves, and prepare for adventure while managing limited inventory space. Together, they explore a modular game board, battle dangerous monsters, and earn powerful rewards through teamwork and strategic preparation.
1–4 60 min 8+ Easy to learn -
Kraken Attack!
All details & ratingBeware! The tentacles of a terrible octopus break through the waves. All hands on deck—grab your swords, cannons, and artillery!
1–4 25 min 7+ Immediately playable3 € below the next retailer29 € at Amazon* -
Tales & Games: The Three Little Pigs
All details & ratingAs a little piglet, your greatest wish is to build a strong and beautiful house to spend your long winter evenings in. You will only need dice to construct your dream home, while avoiding the roaming wolf who wants to blow your cozy house down.
2–5 20 min 7+ Immediately playable - + 5 € above the best price28 € at Amazon*
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Andor Junior
All details & ratingPlayers take on the role of a warrior, magician, dwarf, or ranger to journey through the land and rescue lost wolf cubs. Winning requires teamwork and wise decision-making. Each game presents new challenges to overcome together before the dragon reaches Rietburg.
2–4 30–45 min 7+ Easy to learn -
Dirty Pig
All details & ratingOnly a dirty pig is a happy pig! In Dirty Pig, each player has 3-5 clean pigs in front of them and three cards in hand. Players play cards to get pigs muddy, clean them with rain cards, or protect them with barn cards. The goal is to be the first player to dirty all their pigs.
2–4 10 min 7+ Immediately playable -
Ghost Blitz: Spooky Doo
All details & ratingPlayers take on the role of Balduin, a ghost who discovers a magical camera that misprints images of various objects in odd colors. They must quickly identify the correct items based on these photos, competing against each other to grab the right object before the others. The game introduces the Fez, which adds an extra layer of challenge as it can cover other items, making players think quickly about what lies beneath it.
2–8 20 min 8+ Immediately playable -
Master Fox
All details & ratingThe famous Master Fox is getting old and is searching for a successor among the brave forest bandits. This is your chance to prove your skills as a thief and take his place! To impress the old fox, you must complete missions and bring him the greatest loot from the nearby cabin.
2–4 20 min 7+ Immediately playable
Frequently asked questions
Which game ranks first on this list?
Karak 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 7 years. Each game carries its own age rating.
How long does a game take?
A typical game takes about 20 to 25 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.
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