TOP TEN WORST BOARD GAMES OF ALL TIME EVER | Board Games We Hate

Fr. Greg and Daniel talk about the top ten worst board games of all time, according to their super super objective opinion! We love board games! Just not these ones! Sound off below about board games that really get under your skin.
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[@jacobramirez5974]

I was hesitant to watch this because of the negative title, but I was pleasantly surprised by the lighthearted banter. And your opinions often didn't align, so there was a good cop/bad cop vibe goin'. Fun to watch!

[@PunchboardParty]

I’m glad! We really didn’t want to be “haters”. But there are games that we have not enjoyed that we often joke with each other about, so we wanted to catch that on camera!

[@john-qz3fu]

@@PunchboardParty I was excited to watch because of the negative title. Many many people out there enjoy the opportunity to see something genuine and raw. Not everything needs to be water down with pleasantries. Get frustrated get mad, be real, tell the world what games you hate and why! It’s so refreshing. Everyone knows you guys aren’t haters but your still allowed to hate something someone else may love haha!

[@fraserskomorowski2311]

I think the key thing about Candyland is that it's actually very good for what it is, but what it is is not so much a game as a way to teach kids HOW to play games. There's no strategy, so it's fine for kids who are very young, but it involves taking turns, following rules, and some people losing. All those things are critical for kids to learn to move on to real games. It was entertaining to listen your stories revolving around all those games.

[@PunchboardParty]

I think your totally right! And my three year old is always asking for it! BUT just this weekend we finally got to playing Jurassic Snack and Mosquito show with the boys! And they are having a really good time with those AND the same lessons are being learned. The only downside is that I could beat them every time if I wanted to :(

[@fraserskomorowski2311]

@@PunchboardParty Sticking to the Bruno theme in these games, I'd suggest Dragomino for your 3yr old. She'll want to play the "Baby dragons!" game over Candyland.😁How old are the boys? My dauhgter is 7 and is loving playing Carcassone and Machi Koro with my wife and I.

[@john-qz3fu]

From the very beginning I would have my kids draw two cards and then pick one. It gives them some agency and a hint of strategic potential.

[@2532robh1]

You guys are the best! So genuine and have such fun conversing together. A joy to listen.

[@PunchboardParty]

Thank you! We are really enjoying making videos :)

[@BillyIndiana]

I don't tend to select videos of worst games, but I knew your banter and the unique games you'd discuss would be entertaining. I was not disappointed. I laughed out loud several times. Also, Sarah bringing the real truth 🤣 I haven't played many of these games, but I've wanted to play Tales of the Arabian Nights. I enjoy Hive, but don't love it. I started Legacy of Dragonholt, but played a couple storylines and it fizzled for me (although I keep thinking about going back to it to finish the overarching story). Great video!

[@hairydongle8054]

Brilliant video...but a bit sad Sheriff of Nottingham wasn't on the list! Played it exactly 4 times and realised if you don't lie you win!!!!

[@jonio38]

The farming game!! I don't think I've ever heard someone else mention it. That was one of my favourites as a kid! Thank you for another super entertaining video!

[@PunchboardParty]

Thank you! We had a good time with this one!

[@glennwilson3045]

This a great video, really informative and entertaining! There’s so many videos of people, more often paid, telling you how fantastic games are, this was refreshing. I played seven wonders duel twice and I just gave up on it…. I can’t bring myself to play it again, yet hear so many people saying how great it is. Each to his own🙂. Are there more games?…part 2 please

[@Teeps12]

+1 Railroad Ink! The game makes you feel like you're making important, strategic decisions, but there's so much randomness ahead of you that it almost doesn't matter My 3 I'd add are Hostage Negotiator, Bargain Quest, and Hocus Pocus

[@PunchboardParty]

Haha I think Fr. Greg loves hostage negotiator! I haven’t played it, but I don’t think I would like it either. I’m glad a have a friend in not liking railroad ink!

[@Flip5ide]

Another very entertaining video, thank you!

[@PunchboardParty]

Thank you!!

[@Sanderus]

I agree with the gentleman who dislikes cooperative games. With some rare exceptions there is simply not enough game in them for me. I would much rather play a simple competitive card game than a Behemoth of a coop where my options are extremely limited and worse still I do not have any independence as a player. Looking at you Eldritch Horror and Robinson Crusoe.

[@PunchboardParty]

Haha yeah… co-ops are definitely a strange beast. Hard to find one where the effort is worth the strategic experience.

[@raymyers700]

1:07 I spit my coffee out at this quip....can't wait to watch the rest!

[@john-qz3fu]

I flipping hate robo rally as well. It’s such a slog.

[@mabos555]

I hate a lot of games here are some examples : Patch works, 7 wonders all versions, Vp games in general let's face it haha

[@joshuag7027]

Dunkin on Candyland!? we have a problem (kidding of course) Modern Games I do not like: Betrayal at House on the Hill: Way too swingy, and sometimes the person who becomes the betrayer already has an item you need to win... Disney Sidekicks: Game is too difficult for being a kids game, and the rules are terrible, and it can end super fast (which I suppose is a good thing, because it sucks) 7th Continent: Brutally hard, and the save system sucks. Feels aimless, and the skill check system is unintuitive. Plus when you die, having to start the whole thing over... no thanks! Photosynthesis: this is probably fine at 2 players, but do not play with 4 especially with someone who has Analysis Paralysis... game advertises it takes 45 minutes... took a group I played with 2.5 HOURS! Bites: Cute but mediocre at best, game felt fast but with no real strategy to it.

[@PunchboardParty]

I had a horrible time with 7th Continent! That should have probably made my list haha but I forgot! I was interested in sidekicks! Might steer clear now haha

[@joshuag7027]

@@PunchboardParty Yeah, if you want a good, kid friendly co-op get Marvel United instead

[@JJ_TheGreat]

I totally agree with you regarding Betrayal at House on the Hill! Also, I do not enjoy games which are so asymmetric that: 1) You have no idea what is going on; and 2) You are playing completely different games from one another.

[@PunchboardParty]

@@JJ_TheGreat I felt this way about Root a bit!

[@professorhaystacks6606]

I personally like 7th Continent, but it really doesn't work well going into it blind. Once you've played once or twice and have some idea of what you are doing it is much better. Photosynthesis is VERY group dependent! If you have someone who insists on optimal play, then even at 2 players it can be a nightmare as it becomes chess-like in that a simple move can take 15+ minutes to think out all the consequences of. That's fine if all players like that sort of thing but better make sure they are! Plus side I can act out that spongebob episode while I wait. 'Photosynthesis! Photosynthesis!'

[@help4343]

The worst game is the L game because perfect play results in the game going on forever.

[@MrJmarzetti]

Thanks for another fun video! I'm going to defend Myrmes though. I'll say it's one of those games that takes a couple of plays to get into the rhythm of the mechanics.... which I found great. I didn't end my first couple of games feeling like I knew everything about it. I'm wondering if you weren't maximizing your turns, since you weren't able to accomplish much? I truly think if you were to give this one another try, you'll see all of it's potential. 😎

[@PunchboardParty]

I (Daniel) think you are right! I want to give it another go for sure. And I think Fr. Greg would enjoy it more now since his taste in games has gotten “heavier”since then?

[@raymyers700]

I would add that if you get a chance to play March of the Ants...give it a try. It is really well done and punishes both sides for combat...and you make your own Ants attributes. I can't recommend it to buy but I was very surprised when I played it. Very cool game

[@MrJmarzetti]

@@raymyers700l've see that one, but haven't tried it. Yes, Myrmes isn't too confrontational. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@nuuqbgg]

I wish I could game with you two.

[@PunchboardParty]

Hey! We would love that!

[@rockxhero]

HIVE?! I don't like abstract games, but I actually like this one! I liked the KZbin business, CandyLand & Keyflower commentary.

[@PunchboardParty]

In all honesty I would give most of these games including give a second chance. Although it would take some convincing haha

[@lastburning]

I'm not a big fan of euro games usually but I definitely enjoy Keyflower because of the player interaction. But it's hardly mean. Carcassonne is meaner than that. You managed to win the game anyway because there are many sources of VPs. How many VPs you really lost because of that tile? Maybe another winter tile gave you almost the same amount of points anyway.

[@PunchboardParty]

Yeah, I agree. Fr. Greg didn’t need the tile to win. But he just felt like if you have a goal to work toward the whole game, you shouldn’t be able to lose it. I disagree though haha

[@JJ_TheGreat]

22:08 Yeah, you should try Quodd Heroes! It was just on Kickstarter. You are a cube character and you are tumbling around the board - jumping, etc., trying to complete scenarios. It has somewhat of a RoboRally feel - zaniness, but it is a million times better game!

[@DavidSupina]

Uh, so should I just awkwardly bring up that Keyflower is my second favourite game? And were you guys putting every winter tile you had in to the bidding in the winter round? Because you can choose not to put tiles in. It was hard for me to tell from the way you described it. Look, Keyflower is amazing in large part because it is so cutthroat. The game is all about the tension of “is this enough”, because with the hidden supply of meeples, the fact is that you simply don’t know. You can take things away from other players, but your ability to hate bid is limited, because you need to look after your own interests too, and you don’t have enough to do everything. You can protect your interests, but a lot depends on how you manage your interests. I don’t see the calming art as deceptive. It’s why they have landscapes in dentist offices, they know they need to calm your agitated soul. Take a deep breath, look at the calming art, and then take something away from another player. I would encourage you to give it another shot. The game is phenomenal.

[@john-qz3fu]

I love keyflower too! I also love that some hate it - it’s hilarious!

[@JJ_TheGreat]

44:22 But there are several games which have that type of element!

[@teestarbird4478]

Ghost Stories is cool, the whole point is to keep locations empty so you can deal with the ghosts and not get overwhelmed. Game is very difficult though, but I like that.

[@PunchboardParty]

I love it too!!!

[@teestarbird4478]

@@PunchboardParty Last Bastion is even harder!

[@PunchboardParty]

@@teestarbird4478 o yeah, I was curious to give that a try too!!

[@JJ_TheGreat]

18:12 So you wouldn’t be into 18xx games, either, then!

[@nataliejohn4243]

Loved the video 😂 I find lists like this hilarious. I, personally, have a passionate hatred for Cosmic Encounter. I cannot for the life of me understand the appeal. Oo crazy, game-breaking powers… but you don’t even choose who to attack and siding with each other makes no sense. It’s basically a why or why not. There’s no reason.

[@PunchboardParty]

O yeah! Cosmic encounter is very low on my rankings as well! It could have easily made this list haha

[@raymyers700]

Man...great list! Candyland is not a game. The 'game' is predetermined with where the cards are and the player order and so I hate it too. I mostly agreed with your list and some of them really hit that "Yeah". Particularly Hive and KeyFlower. I love abstract strategy games. I think they are a great quick shot of great decisions, short gameplay and easy rules. I have owned Hive like 3 times and I currently have it. I have no desire to play it. The dude that powertripped on you Daniel: that sucks. I hate people that do that. I feel like saying: Go arm wrestle a three year old if you need to 'win' so badly, there guy! And Father Greg: Keyflower looked to me to be the perfect game when I set it up and read the rules: auctions with cool ways to do it...making a town that gave powers you could use and the whole thing. The art style is very charming as well. After playing it, I wanted to punch a wall! To me, it's like finding out Richard Scarry, the charming child book author and illustrator was a nazi or something (he's not, just using as a juxtaposition to describe my feelings toward this game...haha). Great list you guys!

[@PunchboardParty]

We are still good friends! It was just a bad day 😡 I still love Keyflower! Although I did still sell it, so I guess I didn’t love it that much haha And yeah, I have a couple of games that are in and out and back into my collection like that. There must be something to it, if it keeps calling us back, right??!

[@raymyers700]

@@PunchboardParty true! I keep it marked as "previously owned" AND "owned" as my own badge of shame for not being smart enough to keep it! Hahaha!

[@danidcr]

Myrmes is GREAT! Awesome game!!!! 😎... but you need to keep the 'nurses' at the beginning or you are lost 😅

[@rockxhero]

Any game where you don't make a choice, have control & the game plays you, or games that have to make themself offensive, & rely on playing to a judge (in other words "no real answer") games would be my choices. Also games that make you act stupid. Such as: Cany Land, Uno, Sorry / Trouble, Tales of Arabian Nights, Coconuts, & Cards Against Humanity / Apples to Apples, & Qwelf would definitely make my list. (I also don't prefer extremely lengthy or overly complicated games.)

[@PunchboardParty]

These are all good candidates for worse games. Although sometimes a game just has a certain appeal. Like, I love the idea of coconuts; I don’t think I want to play it haha Bit I am glad something so silly exists!

[@grog3514]

What's wrong with coconuts? It's dexterity and even has some strategy. The ffa rules are also chaotic fun. It's like beer pong for families.

[@rockxhero]

​@@grog3514 There's hardly any control, or rules, or game to it. Basically, I don't like it.

[@JJ_TheGreat]

36:49 Doesn’t Pandemic have a similar mechanism? How do you feel about Pandemic?

[@PunchboardParty]

Hey! Great point 😀 Let him have it!

[@damionschubert3194]

Look, on one hand I think you shouldn't yuk other peoples yums and appreciate that other people's tastes may not mirror your own, but also and much more importantly, FUCK ROBO RALLY this game is an abomination. I have a short list of games I'll never play again, and this is right at the top of it. And there's a lot of space between it and number two.

[@meghomyeggo]

can't wait to play arabian nights and have the best day of my life 🤙

[@PunchboardParty]

You might want to do ANYTHING else instead 😐

[@PunchboardParty]

Ps. Love that you watched this 😎

[@s.l.r.9407]

Omg I love arabian nights! It's a lot of fun