Games and hobbies

Plan a game night, take on a craft project, learn a new musical instrument, or find the tools and supplies you need to practice a new pursuit with our thoroughly tested picks. Our experts have found the best tools and accessories to keep you and your family learning, playing, and making something new in your spare time.

Games and puzzles

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  • A person playing Sagrada, a board game we recommend, showing the game set up for play on a table.

    The Best Board Games

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Thousands of board games are released each year. We share some staff favorites that require more strategy, have deeper narratives, or are particularly beautiful.

  • A tower of boxes for card games with several cards from each games scattered about.

    The Best Card Games

    by James Austin

    Card games may be the simplest kind of game, but that doesn’t mean they’re lacking fun or innovation. We’ve tested 28 card games to find the best of the best.

  • A pair of kids playing a board game, smiling at a stack of cards.

    Board Games We Love for Kids and Families

    by Courtney Schley and James Austin

    These games can introduce kids to new genres, help them build skills, and offer provocative and age-appropriate challenges, engaging themes, and distinctive designs.

Holiday and seasonal crafts

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  • Four rainbow tie-dyed shirts hanging on a clothesline.

    The Best Tie-Dye Kits

    by Taryn Mohrman

    Make gorgeous, vibrant tie-dye shirts with our top pick, the Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit.

  • A collection of dyed eggs sit in an egg holder

    The Best Easter Egg Dyeing Kits

    by Taryn Mohrman

    We tested six Easter egg–dyeing kits, including those with natural Easter egg dyes, and found three that are easy to use and result in bold, vibrant colors.

Music

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