What kind of board games does the library offer?
The library offers a variety of games from classic family games to strategic board games. Our collection tries to capture the classics while also introducing people to modern family games and Euros. Check out our A to Z list of games below and you will be sure to find a game or two that peaks your interest.
Rules for Using the Board Game Collection
- You must have an active Vancouver Island Regional Library card.
- Removal of the games from the library is strictly prohibited.
- Play nice!
A – Z List of Board Games
Agricola
Animal Upon Animal
Axis and Allies
Azul
Bananagrams
Bang
Blokus
Blood Rage
Boss Monster The Next Level
Bottom of the 9th
Bring Out Yer Dead
Bugs in the kitchen
Carcassone
Castle Panic
Cheaty Mages
Chess
Chez-goth
Chutes and Ladders
Citadels
Civilization: the Board Game
Clue
Codenames
Connect 4
Cranium Cadoo
Cranium Family Edition
Crib Board
Deadwood
Dino Hunt Dice
Dragon’s Breath
Animal Upon Animal
Axis and Allies
Azul
Bananagrams
Bang
Blokus
Blood Rage
Boss Monster The Next Level
Bottom of the 9th
Bring Out Yer Dead
Bugs in the kitchen
Carcassone
Castle Panic
Cheaty Mages
Chess
Chez-goth
Chutes and Ladders
Citadels
Civilization: the Board Game
Clue
Codenames
Connect 4
Cranium Cadoo
Cranium Family Edition
Crib Board
Deadwood
Dino Hunt Dice
Dragon’s Breath
Exploding Kittens
Forbidden Island
Flux
Game of Thrones
Harry Potter Clue
Harry Potter Wizard Chess Set
Hive
Hunger Games
Imperial 2030
Imperial Settlers
Istanbul
King of New York
Lost Cities
Love-letter
Machi Koro
Magic Labyrinth
Mah Jong
Mechs VS Minions
Memory Game
Mind
Monopoly
Mouse Trap
Munchkin Deluxe
Munchkin Pathfinder Deluxe
Outfoxed
Pandemic
Patchwork
Pathfinder: Skull and Shackles
Pillars of the Earth
Playing cards
Forbidden Island
Flux
Game of Thrones
Harry Potter Clue
Harry Potter Wizard Chess Set
Hive
Hunger Games
Imperial 2030
Imperial Settlers
Istanbul
King of New York
Lost Cities
Love-letter
Machi Koro
Magic Labyrinth
Mah Jong
Mechs VS Minions
Memory Game
Mind
Monopoly
Mouse Trap
Munchkin Deluxe
Munchkin Pathfinder Deluxe
Outfoxed
Pandemic
Patchwork
Pathfinder: Skull and Shackles
Pillars of the Earth
Playing cards
Quelf Jr.
Quest-el-dorado
Resistance
Rhino Hero: Super Battle
Risk
Risk Star Wars
Roll for the Galaxy
Roll Through The Ages: The Iron Age
Rummoli
Samurai
Santorini
Scrabble
Scythe
Settlers of Catan
Smallworld Underground
Smash Up
Snorta!
Sorry!
Spinderella
Splendor
Spot it!
Star-realms-frontiers
Star Wars Imperial Assault
Superfight
Survive: Escape from Atlantis!
Sushi-go-party
There’s a Moose in the House
Ticket to Ride
Trivial Pursuit
When-darkness-comes
Zombies!!!
Quest-el-dorado
Resistance
Rhino Hero: Super Battle
Risk
Risk Star Wars
Roll for the Galaxy
Roll Through The Ages: The Iron Age
Rummoli
Samurai
Santorini
Scrabble
Scythe
Settlers of Catan
Smallworld Underground
Smash Up
Snorta!
Sorry!
Spinderella
Splendor
Spot it!
Star-realms-frontiers
Star Wars Imperial Assault
Superfight
Survive: Escape from Atlantis!
Sushi-go-party
There’s a Moose in the House
Ticket to Ride
Trivial Pursuit
When-darkness-comes
Zombies!!!
Can I borrow these games to take home?
No, the board games are for use in branch only.
How long do games take to play?
Each game time is dependant on the game and the number of players. Some games like Sushi Go can be played in 15 minutes while the Game of Thrones the Board Game can take over 3 hours.
What is a good resource to learn about board games?
A popular resource and one staff frequently use ourselves is www.boardgamegeek.com. This site has information on most games with links to rules and how to play videos.
Can I donate my old games to the library?
Yes, we would be happy to accept donations to the library.
Are there any library programs to learn to play?
Yes, we have a regular weekly programs scheduled and other events throughout the year. You can see our calendar of events here.