Common pieces include chits, tiles, counters, chips, dice, cards, pawns, standees, and miniatures. Individual pieces usually have names specific to each game. Games usually have a theme.

The best card games are capable of entertaining you for hours without having to cart around a huge board and tiny pieces to set up. Whether you're looking for something for a pair or a group ...

That's before we even get to trading card games, too. That's why the GamesRadar+ team and I have been busy gathering up a list of our favorites. No matter your budget, age, or skill-level ...