If you have kids, then you have definitely been there. Despite your best efforts, your children are still wandering the house, lying around on the couch, or even full-on splayed out on the floor uttering those dreaded words: "I'm booooored."
It can feel tough to even know what to do when boredom strikes and you can't find a way to evade it. Luckily, there are tons of games out there that can keep your whole family engaged.
Whether your family is into board games, video games, or even outdoor games, there's something for everyone. Here are 16 games that will help you and your kids combat the "I'm bored" blues!
Video Games for the Whole Family
There's no denying it: Kids these days love their video games! As much as it might make some of us parents anxious, there are actually tons of fun video games out there that the whole family can enjoy together. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Minecraft
- Among Us
- Splatoon 2 ($59.99, Nintendo)
- Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury ($59.99, Target)
- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
- Mario Kart 8 ($49.99, Target)
Board and Card Games for the Whole Family
My son and I are big fans of board and card games, and the goofier they are, the better! Here are a few that we really love, plus some that generally come highly recommended:
- Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Card Game (Target, $9.99)
- Blank Slate Board Game (Target, $15.95)
- Jumanji: The Game (Target, $13.59)
- Ticket To Ride: First Journey Board Game (Target, $27.99)
Outdoor Games for the Whole Family
Of course, it's always good for all of us to get outside from time to time and play together. Here are a few outdoor games your family will love:
- US Football Toss Game (Walmart, $12.74)
- Ring Toss Yard Game (Walmart, $22.99)
- 5-in-1 Sports Set (Walmart, $22.88)
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*Psst: if you choose to purchase an item from this post, LittleThings.com may receive a small cut. Each item and price is up to date at the time of publication; however, an item may be sold out or the price may be different at a later date.