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So far as I'm concerned, there are few better ways to settle in for spooky season than by dimming the lights and breaking out some Halloween board games. And if you're hoping to summon a horror-themed tabletop game night of your own, today's Prime Day discounts are doing you a solid with major price cuts on many of my favorites.
Mysterium, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Nemesis, and Mansions of Madness are just a few of the Prime Day board game deals that have seen their prices cut more thoroughly than the victims of a slasher movie. These are some of my go-to choices when it comes to preparing a Halloween board game night, and a few even qualify for our list of the best board games. That means it's well worth grabbing them while they're cheap if you'd like to prepare a scary session of your own. Just be sure to move quickly; the Prime Day discounts won't last beyond October 8. You'll also need to be a Prime member to get a few of the offers listed below, but that's where Amazon's free trial may come in handy for those of us who aren't signed up yet...
Only able to pick one of the above? While they're all excellent for a variety of reasons, I'd say to prioritize Betrayal at House on the Hill if you want something more accessible but still extremely eerie. Meanwhile, Nemesis is the only choice for me if you want a deeper game with more layered tactics and tabletop politicking.
Don't play many board games, or hoping to get something you don't need a degree to understand? Betrayal fits the bill very nicely. It's straightforward to play thanks to a randomized board you'll uncover as you explore the house, and the rooms/items you find trigger one of 50 'Haunt' missions that might turn one of your group against you. This makes it easy to follow, but it's got enough depth for strategizing.
Meanwhile, Nemesis is a much more elaborate game, but is many degrees more satisfying as a result. In terms of gameplay, they're fundamentally similar; you discover the board as you go, there are external threats to face, and you have to work as a team to overcome them. However, it adds a dash of spice via secret objectives that might pit you against your party, forcing you to sabotage their efforts in order to win. It's cunning and absolutely engrossing, so it comes highly recommended.
Naturally, these aren't the only good offers worth paying attention to this Prime Day. The overall Prime Day gaming deals are pretty strong in 2025, with price cuts on everything from PS5 games to hardware. Our team's been busy rounding up the most tempting discounts, so take a look if you want to save as much as possible ahead of the Holiday season.
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