The best sports board games 👟 2024

Looking for a really good board game with the theme of sports 👟? We have created a list of 30 best sports board games.

Sports as a board game?

Sports games from the dice, card and board game genres often have themes or storylines related to the physical activity of sports. The sports represented in the most popular sports board games are soccer, American soccer, and racing (whether car, boat, bicycle, or horse).

Additionally, there are some games that make the sport take place in a fictional future (Baseball Highlights 2045, Blood Bowl or Vektorace).

list of best sports board games 2024 👟

This list was last updated on February 25, 2024. We compared 4547 board games for this list and selected the top 30. There's also a print version for this list.
  1. PitchCar

    All details for the board game PitchCar and similar games

    PitchCar and its earlier version Carabande are dexterity-based board games that create a fun and competitive racing experience. Players use finger flicks to propel small discs (representing cars) around a track constructed from wooden pieces.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 2.

    ⭐️ Spiel des Jahres 1996

    More details for PitchCar
    • 2 - 8 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  2. Ready Set Bet

    All details for the board game Ready Set Bet and similar games

    Nominated for 2 awards and won 1.

    More details for Ready Set Bet
    • 2 - 9 Players
    • 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  3. Heat: Pedal to the Metal

    All details for the board game Heat: Pedal to the Metal and similar games

    Heat: Pedal to the Metal is a dynamic and strategic racing board game that simulates the thrill and intricacies of car racing. It offers players a chance to experience the excitement of racing while managing crucial elements like speed, car upgrades, and varying track conditions.

    Nominated for 14 awards and won 6.

    More details for Heat: Pedal to the Metal
    • 1 - 6 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  4. Flamme Rouge

    All details for the board game Flamme Rouge and similar games

    Flamme Rouge presents an exhilarating bicycle racing experience where strategy, timing, and tactical decisions are paramount to success. This fast-paced game captures the intensity of a real bike race, offering players a blend of excitement and strategic gameplay.

    Nominated for 10 awards and won 2.

    More details for Flamme Rouge
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 - 45 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Flamme Rouge

    • YouTube Review for the game "Flamme Rouge" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Flamme Rouge" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Flamme Rouge" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  5. Set & Match

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 15 - 30 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  6. Downforce

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    Downforce is a fast-paced and exhilarating board game that captures the intense world of motor racing. Combining elements of card-driven gameplay, bidding, and betting, it offers a thrilling race experience for 2-6 players.

    Nominated for 3 awards.

    More details for Downforce
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 20 - 40 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  7. Spot it!

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    Spot it!, also known as Dobble, is a fast-paced, fun-filled pattern recognition game. It's a simple yet engaging game where players race to find matching symbols between two cards.

    Nominated for 6 awards and won 2.

    More details for Spot it!
    • 2 - 8 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  8. WeyKick

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 3+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    👍 Good price!178€ atAmazon.de*
  9. Monza

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    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Monza
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 10 - 15 Minutes
    • 5+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Monza

    • YouTube Review for the game "Monza" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  10. Winner's Circle

    All details for the board game Winner's Circle and similar games

    Winner's Circle is a thrilling board game that brings the excitement of horse racing to your table. Players get to place bets on various horses and try to accumulate the most money over the course of three races. It’s a game of chance, strategy, and a bit of intuition, making it a great pick for family game nights or gatherings with friends.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Winner's Circle
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  11. Baseball Highlights: 2045

    All details for the board game Baseball Highlights: 2045 and similar games

    Baseball Highlights: 2045 reimagines America's pastime in a futuristic setting where the sport has evolved dramatically. In this fast-paced game, traditional baseball meets science fiction with cyborg pitchers, robotic hitters, and human players called Naturals. The game is streamlined to six innings, focusing on the most exciting parts of baseball.

    Nominated for 7 awards.

    More details for Baseball Highlights: 2045
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 9+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  12. Shuffleboard Game

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • Immediately playable
  13. Mars Open: Tabletop Golf

    All details for the board game Mars Open: Tabletop Golf and similar games
    • 1 - 8 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  14. Blood Bowl: Team Manager – The Card Game

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    Blood Bowl: Team Manager - The Card Game offers a thrilling and competitive card game experience, combining elements of fantasy, sports, and strategic gameplay. It's an action-packed game where players manage teams in a brutal, fantastical sports league.

    Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.

    More details for Blood Bowl: Team Manager – The Card Game
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 60 - 120 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  15. Formula D

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    Formula D offers the thrill of high-stakes Formula One-style racing, immersing players in a world of simulated cars as they vie to cross the finish line first. A re-release of Formula Dé, this updated version introduces several changes while maintaining compatibility with old tracks. Notably, the game features boards showcasing both an F1 track and a Street Track on the reverse side, each with unique thematic elements.

    Nominated for 5 awards and won 1.

    More details for Formula D
    • 2 - 10 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    🔥 Great price!40€ atAmazon.de*
  16. Trek 12: Himalaya

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    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Trek 12: Himalaya
    • 1 - 50 Players
    • 15 - 30 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  17. Rod Hockey

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    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • Immediately playable
  18. WeyKick on Ice

    All details for the board game WeyKick on Ice and similar games
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 6+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    👍 Good price!192€ atAmazon.de*
  19. Formula Dé

    All details for the board game Formula Dé and similar games

    Formula Dé is a captivating racing board game that simulates the high-speed thrills of Formula One racing. Known for its unique blend of strategy and luck, Formula Dé challenges players to navigate a series of race tracks, each with its distinct layout and challenges.

    More details for Formula Dé
    • 2 - 10 Players
    • 120 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  20. Sports Dice: Baseball

    All details for the board game Sports Dice: Baseball and similar games
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 10 - 20 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Sports Dice: Baseball

    • YouTube Review for the game "Sports Dice: Baseball" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "Sports Dice: Baseball" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  21. Kung Fu Zoo

    All details for the board game Kung Fu Zoo and similar games
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 5 - 10 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  22. Formula Motor Racing

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    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  23. Mini Curling Game

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    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

    More details for Mini Curling Game
    • 2 - 8 Players
    • 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 7+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  24. Blitz Bowl

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    • 2 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  25. Full Throttle!

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 20 - 40 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  26. Baseball Highlights: 2045 – Deluxe Edition

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    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  27. Snow Tails

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    Snow Tails is an exhilarating board game set in the frigid and adventurous environment of the Arctic Circle, where players race dog sleds in a thrilling test of skill and endurance. The game is known for its fast-paced action and unique movement mechanics, capturing the essence of a high-speed sled race across a challenging and modular track.

    Nominated for 7 awards and won 1.

    More details for Snow Tails
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  28. Crazy Kick

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    • 2 - 8 Players
    • 10 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  29. Elevenses for One

    All details for the board game Elevenses for One and similar games
    • 1 Players
    • 11 Minutes
    • 11+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  30. Strat-O-Matic Baseball

    All details for the board game Strat-O-Matic Baseball and similar games
    • 1 - 2 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 11+ years old
    • Easy to learn

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