GATEWAY GAMES

There are simple games for beginners and challenging difficult games for advanced gamers, but what do you call those in-between-games?!? Gateway Games!

Gateway Games are for intermediate gamers looking to take family Game Night to the next level. These family games are more complex and strategic but are still easy and enjoyable... if you take the time to learn how to play.

Gateway Games are our family's happy spot right now with a tween and teen.

A few of our favorite Gateway Games include:

Machi Koro — Game Review | Amazon
Settlers of Catan — See on Amazon
Ticket to Ride — See on Amazon

Find other great examples below!

Game Reviews: Exploding Kittens

1-4 Players· 4-6 Players· Ages 8+· Card Games· GATEWAY GAMES· Portable Games· Under $25· Under 30 Minutes

Exploding Kittens is a family favorite. This easy to learn card game is hilariously fun and portable for on-the-go play….
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Game Reviews: Camel Up

$25-50· $50+· 1-4 Players· 30-60 Minutes· 4-6 Players· 7+ Players· Ages 8+· Board Games· GATEWAY GAMES· Party Games· Under 30 Minutes

Camel Up is a fast-paced family game that keeps everyone on their toes. Some of the Core Four love it,…
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Machi Koro: Bright Lights, Big City

$25-50· 1-4 Players· 30-60 Minutes· 4-6 Players· Ages 10+· Board Games· Building Games· Card Games· GATEWAY GAMES· Strategy Games

Machi Koro: Bright Lights, Big City has been a family game night staple at our house for years. You’re going…
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