Classic games like Scrabble or Pictionary have been iconic staples found in our abodes since the dawn of time (we don't talk about Monopoly, that's where we lose friendships and become filled with an unbridled rage), but we have to admit that the fun can only go so far before we start dozing off and start daydreaming about being anywhere else, far away from lacklustre rounds that seem to never end. AKA, they can be a tad boring. 

Don't get us all wrong, lovely readers, we know that these games are timeless for a reason, but we reckon that we all deserve some fresh new card and board games to play with our besties, family or even just by ourselves. Peep our picks below – we promise there are no convoluted rules or tedious rounds to keep track of. 

We're Not Really Strangers – Perfect for playing with chums, sweethearts or anyone you'd like to get closer to, this game warns that "feelings may arise" since it's all about connecting with the folks around us. Check it out for yourself here, where they also have special editions focusing on friendship, self-love and sauciness. 

ReFlex – Cooked up on our shores by Lillian Ahenkan (AKA Flex Mami), this card game features a wide range of icebreaker topics that act as shortcuts for better conversations – small talk about the weather be damned! Spy the full range this-a-way. 

VUSH – Looking for something a bit steamier? Look no further than VUSH, a card game that offers its players to partake in an introspective dialogue about discovering what it is that makes us tick in all of its "personal, messy and incredible glory," which we're more than happy to get behind (pun unintended). 

Stir The Pot – OK, we've been talking about a lovely lot of games that'll bring us closer to the people that matter most to us which we're all here for, but a chance to lightly roast our buddies? Sign us up. Stir The Pot does just that, and you take a gander at everything it has to offer here. 

Monikers – Described as a "dumb party game that respects your intelligence," Monikers asks its players to guess a wide variety of weird (and maybe a bit naughty) topics in three rounds. You might not be able to guess them all, but we guarantee that you'll be left with an abundance of jokes that'll last for years to come. 

Thousand Year Old Vampire – No pals to play with? No problem! This solo role-play adventure follows the centuries-long existence of a lonely vampire filled to the brim with scrapbook clippings, photos and other goodies depending on what journey you take. Grab a copy by visiting this website. 

The Magical Year of a Teenage Witch – Want to play something solo (or with friends) but you don't think vampires are all that? We've got that sorted! This role-playing romp is played digitally, where you string along a story for your own witch that's more slice-of-life than dark fantasy. Peep it over here.

The Sound Game – This one is for all you folks who love to make weird noises. The Sound Game was created by Melbourne couple Nat and Cam, and asks its players to put their hands behind their backs and make sounds of their choosing for their team to win points – their website explains it all.

Wingspan – Calling all bird-lovers, this one's for you. The goal of this colourful board game is to attract as many feathery pals to your nature reserve, and how lovely is that? Check it out this-a-way.

Concept – The goal of this game is to guess words through icons only, ranging from super-easy to super-duper-difficult, if you'd prefer a bit of a challenge. Spy the game for yourself over here.

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