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Gifts for board game lovers: new titles and expansions
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Board gamers have full shelves — expansions or niche titles are smart.
Board game lovers know their collection. A new hyped game is risky — an expansion for a favourite, accessories (sleeves), or a game shop gift card is safer.
Expansion over base game
If you know what they have — Catan expansion, etc.
Card sleeves and organisers
Nerd-approved practical gift.
Game shop voucher
Let them choose — no duplicate Wingspan.
Check player count and complexity
Party games vs heavy euro — know your audience.
Conclusion: how to put it into practice
Board games: expansion, sleeves, game shop gift card. No random hyped game without research.