12 Harry Potter Board Games For Superfans

As a Harry Potter fanatic who also loves board games, nothing delights me more than discovering a board game inspired by the boy who lived. In fact, a couple of my favorite Harry Potter gifts have been games that cleverly incorporate the beloved characters and scenes from the franchise. If you, too, believe that the best kind of games are Harry Potter games, here are 12 official and unofficial board games for your next magical get-together. And yes, even adults will enjoy them!

01
Harry Potter Clue

Harry Potter Clue

I can attest to the wonder that is Harry Potter Clue ($40), as I personally own it. It's so much more than just a themed version of Clue — in fact, give yourself adequate time for setup (I learned that the hard way), since you'll need to put together the board — complete with spinning wheels that reveal secret doors to the classrooms — and pop out all the various pieces like the tokens that represent House Points. A really immersive board game that fans will love.

02
Harry Potter Trivial Pursuit

Harry Potter Trivial Pursuit

Find out who the true fans are with Trivial Pursuit: World of Harry Potter Edition ($20). It includes 600 questions based on the Harry Potter movies.

03
Harry Potter Scrabble

Harry Potter Scrabble

After being sorted into one of the four Hogwarts houses (note the colored trays), you're able to draw cards when your word crosses a Hogwarts space, use spells and potions, and earn bonus points for playing words from the Harry Potter word list in this Harry Potter-themed Scrabble ($30).

04
Harry Potter Scene It?

Harry Potter Scene It?

Using both a board game and DVDs, Harry Potter — The Complete Cinematic Journey ($185) tests your Harry Potter movie knowledge with questions, images, and challenges from the entire film series.

05
Harry Potter Playing Cards

Harry Potter Playing Cards

Go low-tech with these Harry Potter Playing Cards ($10) that creatively incorporate 52 elements from the Harry Potter franchise. The illustrations are beautiful, and they're a great way to infuse a little Harry Potter magic into any card game you play!

06
Harry Potter Triwizard Maze Game

Harry Potter Triwizard Maze Game

The Harry Potter Triwizard Maze Game ($10) is a twist on Trouble (remember that game growing up?), with a theme based on the Triwizard Tournament from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. A simple but fun game!

07
Harry Potter Wizard Chess Set

Harry Potter Wizard Chess Set

Don't worry, this Harry Potter Wizard Chess Set ($45) isn't "totally barbaric." While the chess pieces are inspired by the game of Wizard's Chess from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, they don't actually come to life and battle each other (sadly).

08
Harry Potter Guess Who?

Harry Potter Guess Who?

Turn a standard game of Guess Who? ($18) into Harry Potter Guess Who? with these printables ($2). The printable set includes player inserts and cards for 24 characters.

09
Harry Potter Monopoly

Harry Potter Monopoly

While we (not so) patiently wait for an official Harry Potter-themed Monopoly board game, print out this handmade Harry Potter Monopoly set ($13). The travel-sized game includes a board, charms for game pieces, Gringotts Mortgage Cards, Ministry of Magic Cards, Deathly Hollows Cards, and more.

10
Cards Against Muggles

Cards Against Muggles

If you love the raunchy party card game Cards Against Humanity and you're a diehard Potterhead, why not combine the two? Simply print out this digital download of Cards Against Muggles ($20) for a fun Harry Potter twist on CAH. The set includes a whopping 1,300-plus cards!

11
Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle

Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle

Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle — A Cooperative Deck Building Game ($50) has rave reviews on Amazon with customers comparing it to games like Legendary Encounters and Dominion.

The description reads: "Play as your favorite characters and defend the wizarding world from evil forces. Enhance your abilities as you build your deck with over 140 cards. Seven successive game adventures offer increasing difficulty as you battle villains and unlock new abilities, secrets, and challenges."

12
Harry Potter Magical Beasts Game

Harry Potter Magical Beasts Game

Collect clues to track down creatures in this Harry Potter Magical Beasts Game ($20) that incorporates elements from the original Harry Potter series with Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. The concept is pretty basic and it skews toward a younger audience, so keep that in mind!