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Best Games for Two
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items Sometimes you just can’t get the whole gang together for game night. Here are my favorite games to play with just one other person to keep the fun going!
Rummycub in is really big in my family, so when I learned that my boyfriend, now husband, also loved the game, I knew he was the one. And no, you don’t have to be big on numbers to be good at it! Ever since I got this travel set as a gift, we have pu...
Point Games Classic Mini Rummy Game, 4 Foldable Playing Racks, Travel Cube Canvas Bag, 2-4 Players
Couldn’t not include this classic. I got this version as a gift for my little brother, and I love how sleek it looks. A great modern twist on a timeless game and you can play with just two people.
uno minimalista card game
I recently got in introduced to bananagrams (hey, don’t judge me – I was raised in another country) and it has quickly become a favorite. Easy to take with you on trips and easy cleanup.
Bananagrams Game
Catan is not typically advertised as a game for two, but it should! My husband and I play, just the two of us, all the time. It’s faster with just two, and lots of fun. Well… When I win.
Settlers Of Catan Board Game
Did you know there’s a version of codenames for two people?! I feel robbed of all the time I could’ve spent playing this game, not having to wait to have a bigger. Bought this recently, and cannot wait to play.
Codenames Duet XXL | CGE Board Game | Two Player Word Deduction Card Game
I used to play this with my little brother all the time. It’s fun, simple, and very satisfying to win.
Trouble Game, Pop-O-Matic, Kids & Family Party Board Game with 16 Pegs
This is another great game for travel. It’s also very simple and picture-oriented, which makes it perfect to play with kids.
Spot it! Family Card Game for Ages 6 and up, from Asmodee
This one is definitely more fun the more people you have, but you can still enjoy it with just two people. For my manicure aficionados, I recommend avoiding acrylics or extensions while playing.
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Card Game
While not typically advertised as for two players, this is one of my and my husband's favorite games to play together.
Settlers Of Catan Board Game
Quick to learn, fast-paced, and offers just enough strategy to stay engaging without being overwhelming. The adorable art, simple rules, and satisfying set collection mechanics make it perfect for casual date nights or friendly competition. Plus, it ...
Sushi Go Party Game
Hive is an ideal two-player game because it's designed specifically for head-to-head play, with no luck involved. Just pure strategy. Its compact, no-board-needed format makes it perfect for travel or coffee table battles, and the bug-themed pieces e...
Hive Game
Built entirely around cooperative play, just you and your partner acting as pilot and co-pilot, working together to land a plane under pressure. With limited communication and escalating challenges, it’s immersive, tense, and deeply rewarding. Perfec...
Sky Team Board Game
Classic two-player game that’s simple to learn but surprisingly strategic. It’s fast-paced, tactile, and deeply satisfying as you plan moves to outsmart your opponent. With its centuries-old roots and minimal setup, it’s perfect for relaxed, thoughtf...
Mancala
Tapple can be a surprisingly fun game for two players because it turns quick thinking into a fast-paced face-off. With only one opponent, the pressure’s on to think fast and avoid repeating answers as the timer ticks down. It’s simple, energetic, and...
Tapple Game
Rivals for Catan is a great two-player adaptation of the classic Catan experience, designed specifically for head-to-head play. It keeps the resource management, strategy, and expansion elements that fans love, without needing extra players. With mul...
Rivals For Catan Deluxe Board Game