We already published the list of best Xbox 360 games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best Xbox 360 board/card games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the Xbox 360 definitely has a great library of board/card games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the Xbox 360 and board/card games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Monopoly Streets
- Release Data: Electronic Arts, 2010
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
Monopoly Streets isn’t going to make new fans if you already find the core Monopoly gameplay boring and mundane, but if you’re a fan of Monopoly and want a version to play on your home console, whether online or offline, you probably don’t need to look any further.
#9. Hasbro Family Game Night: Battleship
- Release Data: Electronic Arts, 2009
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
As a translation of the board game, Battleship delivers exactly what it promises, along with a little bit more.
You’ll find everything that’s to be had in the classic game, plus a few bits from the more expensive Advanced Mission version.
This is one you’ll likely replay over and over, no matter what your age range.
#8. Lost Cities
- Release Data: Sierra Online Shanghai/Sierra Online, 2008
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
In conclusion, this is a quality card game that packs a lot of strategic fun for players aged ten and older.
The simple controls make it accessible, and the varied play via Xbox LIVE is very satisfying.
If you enjoy card games such as solitaire, hearts, and even Magic the Gathering, there is good chance you’ll enjoy Lost Cities.
#7. Ticket to Ride
- Release Data: Next Level Games/Microsoft Game Studios, 2008
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
The biggest problem that most will have with Ticket to Ride is that it’s slow, but that’s inherent to board games themselves.
The multiplayer is decent and the strategy elements are good and reasonably deep.
And with gameplay that is easy enough for everyone to grasp but deep enough to allow for some well-planned strategy, it’s definitely worth playing.
#6. Chessmaster LIVE
- Release Data: Ubisoft Bulgaria/Ubisoft, 2008
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
The chess action is solid and the different AI types will please chess players but the feature set doesn’t quite live up to the rest of the series.
Beginners can’t just hop in and take a lengthy chess lesson to get themselves acquainted and those looking for something next level can only find it while playing against a friend.
#5. Uno Rush
- Release Data: Carbonated Games/Microsoft Game Studios, 2009
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
Ultimately, the length of time you spend with Uno Rush is pretty dependent on how cool you are under pressure.
If the thought of a fast-paced multiplayer card game where you have to keep one eye on your cards and the other eye on three other hands excites you, chances are you’ll have a great time.
#4. RISK: Factions
- Release Data: Stainless Games/Electronic Arts, 2010
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
Risk: Factions is an extremely well-designed re-imagining of the classic Risk board game.
It is a simple but effective strategy game that doesn’t take its subject matter very seriously.
All in all, solid strategic gameplay, clever, well-written characters and cutscenes, and a loyalty to the board game all make Risk: Factions a great game.
#3. Carcassonne
- Release Data: Sierra Online, 2007
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
Carcassonne is a solid addition to Xbox 360 library of board games.
It isn’t quite as deep as something like Catan, but on the flipside, it’s a much easier game to grasp and still contains plenty of strategic gameplay.
If you enjoyed Catan or are at least interested in the notion of a simple-but-effective board game, Carcassonne is worth checking out.
#2. Uno
- Release Data: Carbonated Games/Microsoft Game Studios, 2006
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
For the most part, Uno is a laid-back, chilled experience that can either be played as a bite-sized game in between bigger games or as a surprisingly easy way to burn away several hours.
Uno probably shouldn’t be half as fun or involving as it actually is, but it’s one of XBLA’s most downloaded games for a reason.
#1. Catan
- Release Data: Big Huge Games/Microsoft Game Studios, 2007
- Genre: Casual » Board / Card Game
Catan isn’t going to appeal to everyone.
It simply takes the original board game and dresses it up slightly for Xbox Live Arcade consumption.
If you’re looking for something simple, Catan probably isn’t going to do it for you.
But if you like turn-based strategy games with relatively easy-to-learn mechanics and very satisfying gameplay, Catan offers precisely that.
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