There are games in numerous versions, be it the classic board, card and dice game or modern exit and strategy games. The selection is large. This also applies to pop culture influences, as some popular TV shows, series and films have inspired game manufacturers to create special editions of famous classics or to bring completely new games onto the market. Fans of “Star Wars”, “Friends” or “Harry Potter” can bring their favorite formats and stories home and immerse themselves in the action. There are ten games here that are based on well-known models.
Everyone knows the classic game “Monopoly” and probably also the American cult series “Friends”. The board game “Friends”-Monopoly combines the classic and the iconic series in one. Players move around the game board with figures such as Rachel’s handbag, Ross’ dinosaur or Chandler’s sweater.
The “Genially Away” board game is based on the show with Hugo Egon Balder and asks players to think creatively outside the box in order to get explanations on unusual topics. The winner is whoever can get the highest number of points at the end.
In the popular TV show “The Masked Singer,” celebrities appear and sing in elaborate costumes. The jury has to guess which celebrity is behind which mask. If you want to bring the whole thing into your own four walls, you can organize karaoke yourself with the “Masked Singer” board game. Perfect artist imitations and singing are absolutely required.
Well-known games like “Monopoly” or “Risk” are often designed in popular series or films. This is also the case with this “Game of Thrones” risk game, whose game mechanics are perfect for a series like “Game of Thrones.” “Risk” is considered a classic among strategy games and simulates military conflicts between countries. The plot of “Game of Thrones ” deals with exactly this, because it is important for both the characters of the story and the players to conquer Westeros. Of course, the well-known houses Baratheon, Targaryen, Stark and Lannister are also included.
The popular TV show “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” is broadcast worldwide and is already considered a cult quiz show. For quiz fans, there is the perfect “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” game for at home, so you can answer questions yourself with the help of the 50:50 joker, the audience joker and an expert. Will it be enough for a million? Find out.
Do you love danger, but without the prospect of a real shark attack? The “Jaws” strategy game is based on the plot of the film and places you as a player on the secluded holiday island of Amity Island. A player also has the special pleasure of being able to take on the role of the sea giant.
The quiz show with Kai Pflaume, Bernhard Hoecker and Elton is also available as a game for at home. The “Who knows something like that” quiz game is a classic quiz and tests knowledge from different categories. There should be a total of 700 exciting questions that you as a player can answer.
The “Harry Potter” universe also has numerous games to offer. “Harry Potter: Battle for Hogwarts” sounds exciting because it is a cooperative strategy game in which players have to defend the famous magic school against Lord Voldemort. Everyone takes on the roles of one of the heroes Harry, Hermione, Ron and Neville. The aim is to successfully use the character’s special skills for the mission, win allies and cooperate.
Trivial Pursuit challenges its players to know everything there is to know about The Lord of the Rings, no matter how trivial that knowledge may be. So with “Lord of the Rings” – Trivial Pursuit, players can show off their expert knowledge of characters and plot. The nice thing is, you’ll definitely learn something new, so it’s a must for die-hard fans of the epic Tolkien saga.
Only those who can shoulder the responsibility that the fate of the galaxy lies in their own hands should dare to play the “Star Wars” board game. As a player, you have no less task than to bring down the empire as part of a small group of rebels. In secret missions you can train Luke Skywalker to become a Jedi or freeze Han Solo in carbonite. For fans of the “Star Wars” saga, the game is ideal for experiencing the plot first hand, easily from home.
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