Cut the Rope and Angry Birds are being made into board games – but it’s far from a new idea. What about other games made into board games? We’ll we’ve got a packed list right here, complete with pics of each.
Suffice to say you may be surprised at some to be given the desktop treatment…
1 Doom (1994)
Three people play as marines, one takes control of the forces of hell. Like a lot of multiplayer shooters, it’s all about the scenario, so choose a good one.
2 Lara Croft – Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness (2003)
Coming a few years after Lara mania peaked, you have to prove Lara’s innocence when she’s accused of murder. Less shooting than the video game.
3 Pac-Man (1982)
Roll the dice to escape the ghosts, just like in the video game. There was even the pill you eat that means you can eat the ghosts, too.
4 Donkey Kong (1982)
Four stand-up Mario figures try to avoid the barrels and save the princess. It’s just like the video games, just without the obsessively competitive players.
5 Bezerk (1983)
You and a friend control either a Humanoid Warrior or the indestructible Evil Otto – make the wrong move and you get zapped.
6 Tetris Link (2011)
This year’s Toy Fair threw up this little gem of a game – a Jenga-style effort featuring blocks from the classic puzzler. The only thing it lacks is the music.
7 Double Dragon (1989)
Just like the game, you have to find Jimmy’s hideout and rescue Marian. It even features the same sections as the video game. Play while wearing a leather vest with a bare chest for extra points.
8 Halo (2008)
Features a modular board that can be changed to make effectively different games. And it has features from Halo 1, 2 and 3, so is guaranteed to please the fans.
