The American Tabletop Awards are an annual celebration of the best board games released over the previous calendar year, selected by an independent committee of tabletop media professionals across the United States.
2026 American Tabletop Award Winners
Congratulations to our 2026 Winners across all four award categories:
- Early Gamers: Magical Athlete
- Casual Games: Hot Streak
- Strategy Games: The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship
- Complex Games: Molly House
Explore by Award Category
Select a category below to browse every Winner, Recommended Game, and Nominee from 2019 through 2026:
Early Gamers
Welcoming games for younger players (ages 12 and under) and newcomers to modern tabletop gaming. (15–45 mins)
Casual Games
Approachable, engaging games appealing to players at all levels of experience. (30–60 mins)
Strategy Games
A step up in planning, tactical depth, and decision-making for hobbyists. (45–120 mins)
