Lunchtime at the office isn’t just about eating—it’s a chance to unwind, have fun, and connect with your coworkers. Instead of scrolling through your phone or eating at your desk, why not bring out some office board games?
Bringing board games to the lunch table creates a shared experience that boosts morale, encourages laughter, and gets people talking beyond emails and meetings. Whether you're looking to break the ice with new colleagues or strengthen existing bonds, workplace board games offer a refreshing way to build camaraderie and team spirit—no after-hours hangout required.
Not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered. Here’s how to launch a fun board game group—and a board games list that is perfect for your workplace.
List of Fun Board Games to Play with Co-Workers
Here’s a list of fun, quick, and engaging board games for work.
Bluffing and Deduction
Bluffing and deduction games create an exciting atmosphere filled with deception, misdirection, and social maneuvering. These board games encourage reading opponents, clever persuasion, and keeping a poker face. They’re ideal for colleagues who enjoy strategy and mind games.
Coup: Philippine Edition
Coup: Philippine Edition is a fast-paced game of deception and manipulation set against the backdrop of the Spanish Colonial Era in the Philippines. Inspired by Jose Rizal's works, this edition combines strategic gameplay with cultural and historical elements, where players control two hidden characters with unique abilities. The objective is to eliminate rival families through bluffing and strategic moves, all while navigating the risks of being challenged.
Don't Get Got
Don’t Get Got is a hilarious meta-game run in the background of your regular workday. Each player receives a set of secret missions they must complete without being caught by their coworkers. Missions range from simple tasks, such as convincing someone to say a specific phrase, to more elaborate deceptions. It’s a game that turns mundane office interactions into moments of laughter and surprise.
Word and Storytelling Games
Perfect for the creative minds in the office, word and storytelling games bring out witty conversations and hilarious interpretations. These games are great for sparking imagination and encouraging players to think outside the box.
Dixit PH
Dixit PH is a beautifully illustrated storytelling game where players use abstract cards to craft imaginative clues. One player gives a clue inspired by their card, while others submit cards they think match the clue. Everyone then guesses which card belongs to the storyteller. The whimsical artwork and creative gameplay make this a favorite for sparking unique conversations.
Poetry for Neanderthals
Poetry for Neanderthals is a laugh-out-loud word game where players describe words or phrases using only one-syllable clues, mimicking the speech of cavemen. If you slip up and use longer words, your team loses points—and gets hilariously bonked with an inflatable club! It’s simple yet endlessly entertaining as players struggle to communicate complex ideas in the simplest terms.
Quick Reflexes and Pattern Recognition
Fast-paced and energetic, these games test your ability to react quickly, recognize patterns, and keep up with the action. They’re perfect for injecting some adrenaline into your lunch break or team-building session.
Dobble
Dobble is a speed-matching card game where every card has exactly one symbol in common with at least one other card. Players race to spot matching symbols before their opponents, making it a test of both observation skills and quick reflexes. With multiple mini games included, it offers endless replayability.
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza (PH Edition)
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza is a rapid-fire card game that combines memory, reflexes, and chaos as players take turns placing cards while saying words in sequence: "Taco," "Cat," "Goat," "Cheese," "Pizza." If the spoken word matches the card played, everyone slaps the pile—last one to react takes all the cards! The absurdity ramps up with special action cards that add even more hilarity.
Team-Based and Cooperative Games
For offices that thrive on teamwork, cooperative games encourage collaboration, discussion, and shared victories. These games emphasize communication and problem-solving over competition.
5-Minute Dungeon
A chaotic, real-time cooperative card game where players race against the clock to defeat monsters and bosses. 5-Minute Dungeon is perfect for quick, high-energy sessions that demand teamwork.
The Gang
Round up your crew and pull off bank heists together! In The Gang, players bet on how strong their hand is in a co-op twist on Texas Hold’em. Without talking, everyone predicts how they’ll rank, then reveals their cards as more are dealt. If all bets match up, you crack a vault. Miss? You trigger the alarm.
Card Games and Light Strategy
Simple yet deeply strategic, these workplace board games involve planning, risk-taking, and a bit of luck. They’re easy to learn but offer plenty of depth for competitive coworkers.
Love Letter (PH Edition)
Love Letter (PH Edition) is a compact card game of deduction and intrigue where players compete to deliver love letters to the princess while eliminating rivals along the way. With only 16 cards in play each round, every decision counts as you try to outwit your opponents through clever strategy and calculated risks.
Exploding Kittens
Exploding Kittens is a humorous card game where players take turns drawing cards, aiming to avoid drawing an exploding kitten that knocks them out of the game. Use quirky action cards like “See the Future” or “Nope” to influence the game and outsmart your coworkers in this unpredictable showdown of strategy and humor.
Other Fun Options
Some games defy categorization but are still guaranteed to bring laughter and camaraderie to the lunch table.
Herd Mentality
Herd Mentality is a lighthearted party game where players answer questions like “What’s the best pizza topping?” The goal is simple: think like everyone else! If you’re part of the majority answer group, you score points; if you’re alone in your answer, you get stuck with the pink cow token (and no points). It’s all about finding common ground—or hilariously failing at it!
That Sound Game
That Sound Game is a guessing game where players mimic noises, such as animal sounds or everyday objects, while their teammates try to guess what they’re imitating. The results are often ridiculous and guaranteed to have everyone laughing out loud as they attempt increasingly bizarre sounds.
These board games are ideal for creating memorable moments at work while promoting teamwork, creativity, and friendly competition. Check out more games for team building to expand your office game stash.
Hosting a Successful Board Game Lunch Event
Want to get a gaming group started at your office? Here’s how to make it a success.
Choosing the Right Game
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Games that suit different interests—bluffing, wordplay, strategy, teamwork, etc.
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Easy-to-learn mechanics—stick to the five-minute rule for explanations.
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Short playtime—ideally, games that can be finished in 45 minutes to an hour.
Setting Up and Teaching Games
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Assign a few experienced players to teach the games.
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Give a quick, engaging summary before jumping in.
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Provide reference cards or cheat sheets to help newcomers.
Encouraging Participation
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Make it beginner-friendly by starting with easy games.
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Set up multiple tables for different game types (strategy, party, cooperative, etc.).
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Rotate games weekly to keep things interesting.
Bonus Tip: Bring Snacks!
To encourage more people to participate, consider offering snacks or refreshments. You can pitch for company support or organize a potluck-style gaming lunch. Because let’s be honest—good food and good games make a winning combo.
Bring Fun to the Lunch Table!
Board games are an excellent way to bond with coworkers, break up the daily grind, and foster a more engaging workplace culture. Whether through strategic battles, quick reflex challenges, or hilarious wordplay, these office board games can bring teams closer and make lunch breaks something to look forward to.
Ready to bring some board game fun into your office? Check out the full collection of games at Gaming Library and start your own lunch gaming group today!
