Gifts for Ancient History Buffs
Make their fascination with the ancient world part of their next game night or quiet afternoon. Explore gifts at Best Buy Canada, from board games inspired by ancient civilizations to jigsaw puzzles featuring legendary gods. Find a thoughtful match for the history buff who loves a little strategy, storytelling, or both.
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Ancient-World Board Games
REPOS PRODUCTION 7 Wonders: Architects 2-7 Players, Ages 8+, 25 Minutes
CAPSTONE GAMES Carthago (Sale) 2-4 Players, Ages 12+, 60-90 Minutes
MOJITO STUDIOS Cleopatra And The Society Of Architects: Deluxe Edition 2-4 Players, Ages 10+, 60 Minutes
BOARD&DICE Founders Of Teotihuacan
Carcassonne Board Game
Azul Board Game
NICE GAME PUBLISHING Vampire: The Masquerade - Heritage 2-4 Players, Ages 18+, 45-90 Minutes
SAS CREATIVE Carthage - The Deckbuilding Board Game [Board Game, 1-5 Players]
Z-MAN GAMES Man Games - Stone Age
BOARD TO DEATH ???? Tah Wars: A Dice Tower Game (Multilingual) 2-6 Players, Ages 8+, 30-190 Minutes In Multicolor
CAPSTONE GAMES Anunnaki: Dawn Of The Gods [Board Game, 1 - 4 Players]
OUTSET MEDIA Catacombs Of Karak Game
REPOS PRODUCTIONS 7 Wonders [Board Game, 2-7 Players]
IDENTITY GAMES Escape Room: The Game - Tomb Robbers 3-5 Players, Ages 16+, 60 Minutes
SIERRA MADRE GAMES Bios:origins (Second Edition) 1-4 Players, Ages 14+, 120-240 Minutes
GALE FORCE 9 Spartacus: A Game Of Blood And Treachery 3-4 Players, Ages 14+, 120+ Minutes
BOARD GAME MANUFACTU Ring, Llc. American Catur 2-4 Players, Ages 5+, 30-140 Minutes
CMON (COOL MINI OR N Ot) Ankh: Gods Of Egypt - Pharaoh 2-5 Players, Ages 14+, 60 Minutes
CMON (COOL MINI OR N Ot) Ankh: Gods Of Egypt 2-5 Players, Ages 14+, 90 Minutes
CMON (COOL MINI OR N Ankh: Gods Of Egypt - Pantheon 2-5 Players, Ages 14+, 60 Minutes
TABULA GAMES Mysthea Essential Edition 2-5 Players, Ages 14+, 120-150 Minutes
Z-MAN GAMES Paleo
LUDANOVA Sabika In Multicolor
PLAID HAT GAMES Ashes Reborn: The Scholar Of Ruin 2-4 Players, Ages 14+, 30-45 Minutes
OUTSET MEDIA - Prof. Caboche Les Civilisations Ancienne (Fr)
ARES GAMES War Of The Ring: The Fate Of Erebor 2-4 Players, Ages 14+, 120 Minutes
Indiana Jones: Sands of Adventure Board Game - English
WARLORD GAMES Hail Caesar Age Of Bronze New
GAME BREWER Bone Wars [Board Game, 1-4 Players]
WARLORD GAMES Hail Caesar The Diadochi
WARLORD GAMES Hail Caesar Pyrrhus Of Epirus
Ancient Mythology Jigsaw Puzzles
RAVENSBURGER Nike, Goddess Of Victory 1500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
QUOKKA 1000 Piece Puzzle for Adults Ancient Myths And Legends With Secret Tasks & Audio Story
QUOKKA 1000 Piece Puzzle for Adults Ancient Myths And Legends With Secret Tasks & Audio Story
QUOKKA 1000 Piece Puzzle for Adults Ancient Myths And Legends With Secret Tasks & Audio Story
COBBLE HILL Puzzle - Voyage Of The Ark - 350 PC
COBBLE HILL - Sagittarius (1000-Piece Puzzle)
COBBLE HILL - Doodletown - Viking Voyage (1000-Piece Puzzle)
COBBLE HILL - Noah's Ark (1000-Piece Puzzle)
COBBLE HILL - Voyage Of The Ark (350-Piece Puzzle)
COBBLE HILL - Doodletown - Viking Village (1000-Piece Puzzle)
COBBLE HILL - Capricorn (1000-Piece Puzzle)
COBBLE HILL - Viking Voyage (350-Piece Puzzle)
QUOKKA 1000 Piece Puzzle for Adults Ancient Myths And Legends With Secret Tasks & Audio Story
FAQ
Start with the civilization or activity they enjoy most. A board game set in ancient Egypt or Carthage can suit someone who loves strategy and shared experiences. A mythology-themed jigsaw puzzle is a good fit for someone who prefers a quiet challenge or enjoys artwork inspired by ancient legends.
7 Wonders: Architects is listed for ages 8 and up, with 2–7 players and a play time of about 25 minutes. Cleopatra and the Society of Architects: Deluxe Edition is listed for ages 10 and up, with 2–4 players and a play time of about 60 minutes. Match the game to the recipient’s usual group size, age, and preferred session length.
These games and puzzles draw on ancient places, civilizations, and mythology, but they are primarily made for entertainment. Game rules may simplify history, while mythology-themed products depict traditional stories rather than documented events. For a recipient who values historical accuracy, check the product description for its subject matter and educational focus.
Check the suggested age, player count, play time, and language of the edition. Also confirm whether it is a standalone game or an expansion that requires a base game. If the recipient already has a collection, checking which titles they own can help you avoid duplicates.
Choose artwork that reflects their favourite myths, then consider piece count and finished size. The Ravensburger Nike, Goddess of Victory puzzle has 1,500 pieces, while QUOKKA Ancient Myths and Legends options feature 1,000 pieces with secret tasks and an audio story. Check the individual listing for the exact design and included features.
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