We here at Geek On A Dime love to geek out about space. From videos about black holes to space-simulation computer games, we just can’t get enough interstellar entertainment!
It only makes sense, then, that we would enjoy space board games with out-of-this-world themes. From hilariously chaotic party fun to thought-provoking strategy, this list of space-based board games is sure to launch your board game night into orbit and beyond!
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In No Escape, players build an ever-expanding maze in an attempt to escape a spaceship. Strategy and sabotage are the name of the game as players place tiles to be the first to reach the escape pod. Get there first and win the game. For everyone else, there is No Escape!
Perfect for: Players who love strategy without too much complexity.
In The Crew, you are part of a team of scientists searching for the mysterious ninth planet. With a thrilling story and 50+ replayable missions, teamwork and communication are key to success. Gather your crew and head out into the solar system to find Planet Nine in The Crew!
Perfect for: Players who enjoy collaborative games and variable difficulty.
Explore, expand, and dominate are the name of the game in For All Mankind. In this resource-heavy, betrayal-friendly game of interplanetary expansion, you compete against other players for the biggest slice of the space pie! But be careful, each round the planets move in orbit and shake up the strategy!
Perfect for: Players who enjoy resource management and strategic double-crossing.
Space Team is one of our favorites here at Geek On A Dime. The premise: you are trapped in space aboard a broken rocket ship, and players must work together to fix it before time runs out. The catch? The parts to fix the ship are scattered amongst the players, and they need to act quickly to trade cards back and forth to complete the repairs. Chaos, shouting, and laughter ensue as each player frantically tries to gather the parts they need before time runs out. Do you have what it takes to work together as a SpaceTeam!
Perfect for: Players looking for a chaotically fun and challenging game full of mishaps, laughter, and excitement.
Ever wanted to send cats into space? Well, now you can with MLEM: Space Agency! Combining luck-based dice rolling, cats, space-themed strategy, cats, multiple difficulty levels, and cats, this game is purrfect for any family board game night!
Perfect for: Players who enjoy luck-based strategy and cats. Cats in SPACE!
The settlers go to space in Catan Starfarers, the out-of-this-world game from the publishers of the beloved classic Settlers of Catan. Explore the cosmos, forge alliances, discover solar systems, and customize your ship as you compete for the title of Ambassador. With a variable game board and snap-together motherships, Catan Starfarers adds unique and exciting intergalactic new features to the classic board game!
Perfect for: Fans of Settlers of Catan and its many variations, or anybody who loves a good strategy game.
In this fast paced 2-player card drafting game, players compete to find resources, embark on expeditions, and perform heroics as they explore space. With stylized artwork and a variety of strategies to choose from, Galaxy Rush is a great game for a 2-person game session…in SPACE!
Perfect for: Tables that use physical tracking for potion use or conditions.
Final Thoughts:
Space-themed board games are a fun and exciting theme for any game night. With a cosmic variety of gameplay, strategy, and style, you’re sure to find a game that will make you see stars.
So use this guide to help you pick the best space-based board game for you and your astronaut crew. And have a stellar time!
(Okay, no more space puns, I promise!)
