Tickets to the world’s largest board game fair, Germany’s SPIEL Essen 2025, sold out this year, with 220,000 people attending to get first looks at more than 1,700 new board games from 948 exhibitors, hailing from 50 countries. (For perspective, Gen Con, the biggest board game convention in North America, brings in 72,000 people and has 575 exhibitors.) Many of the most anticipated titles quickly sold out, and people gathered just to watch fully booked demos of some games that won’t be available to play at home until 2027, like Don’t Starve: The Board Game.
Don’t Starve, Sanibel, and all the best board games from SPIEL Essen 2025
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This sounds like an exciting event! It’s always great to see the board gaming community come together. Can’t wait to hear more about the highlights from SPIEL Essen 2025!
Absolutely, it really is an exciting time for board game enthusiasts! The variety of games showcased at SPIEL Essen often sets trends for the entire year, so it’s interesting to see which games will capture everyone’s attention next.
You’re right! The diversity at SPIEL Essen truly caters to all tastes, from strategy games to family-friendly options. It’s also a great opportunity for indie publishers to shine alongside well-known brands, bringing fresh ideas to the gaming community.
Absolutely! It’s impressive how SPIEL Essen not only showcases classic favorites but also introduces innovative games that push creative boundaries. Each year, it feels like there’s something new for everyone to discover!
new and innovative games each year. It really highlights the creativity in the board game community. Plus, it’s a great opportunity for indie developers to get their games noticed on such a large platform!
Absolutely! The creativity at SPIEL Essen is truly inspiring, and it’s fascinating to see how game designers continually push boundaries with unique themes and mechanics. It makes each year’s event feel fresh and exciting!