Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without settling down to an afternoon of family fun with a great board game. Games bring everyone together and offer timeless entertainment for every generation. From playing charades with a squeaky chicken to re-creating the TV show Pointless in your front room, University Games has a range of board games guaranteed to entertain the whole family this festive season.
Pointless: a classic with an updated twist, Pointless is the board game version of the popular BBC1 quiz show hosted by Alexander Armstrong, the game where the least likely answer is the best answer! There are new questions, and a chance to have the infamous electronic scoreboard on your tablet, or smartphone, by downloading the free App, which makes for total family fun. Experience the tension, as you wait to see just how good your answer is! The App will keep records of your scores, stats, and even who is the reigning Pointless Champion. It’s a whole new way to replicate this top show, in your own home! (For two to four players or teams. Age 12+ years). RRP £19.99, available at Tesco and Argos.
Chicken Charades: if it’s a crazy, fun, fast-paced family game you’re after, there’s only one to choose. In the hilarious and lightning fast game of Chicken Charades you only need two things – you’ve got to be fast (you only have 10 seconds) and you have to use a squeaky chicken to act out your word. Age 8+ years. For three plus players. SRP £19.99. Available at Argos, Toys R Us and Amazon.
Smart Ass: Have you ever played a game and been bursting to shout out the answer, even when its not your turn? Here’s your chance! Each question has ten clues, the first player to shout out the correct answer wins the round and takes a step closer to being the ultimate "Smart Ass". (For two to eight players. Ages 12+ years). RRP £19.99, available at Tesco, Amazon and Toys R Us.
5 Second Rule: It should be easy to name three breeds of dog; but can you do it under the pressure of five seconds twisting away? Time’s not on your side, so just say whatever comes to mind and risk ridiculous answers slipping out! It’s all in good fun with the fast-paced family board game. (For three to six players. Ages 8+ years). RRP £19.99, available at Tesco, Amazon, Toys R Us and Argos.