Families opt for board games over video games
Six out of ten families will opt for board games over computer games this Christmas, a study has found.While gadgets, gizmos and games consoles will feature on many wish lists this year, millions of families will still find time to dig out old classics such as Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit and Scrabble.
Most of those who will opt for board games said they preferred them because they ‘brought the family together’ and are ‘more fun’.
The study also found families are most like to reach for a board game at 2.28pm – once the presents have been opened and dinner has been served.
Which means the first board game related arguments should kick in at about 2.31pm.
The findings emerged from research carried out among 2,000 parents by Capital Shopping Centres.
Trevor Pereira, Commercial Director, said "We have incredible technology at our fingertips these days but, while remarkable, it can sometimes be isolating.
"It’s refreshing to see that families still turn to the board game for quality time together when it counts on Christmas Day.
"We have definitely seen a rise in sales this year and hope our customers all find the game they want this Christmas."
TOP 10 CLASSIC GAMES
1. Monopoly
2. Trivial Pursuit
3. Scrabble
4. Cluedo
5. Pictionary
6. Charades
7. Guess Who
8. Snakes and Ladders
9. Uno
10. Connect4
LINKS
Capital Shopping Centres
Trevor Pereira, Commercial Director, said "We have incredible technology at our fingertips these days but, while remarkable, it can sometimes be isolating.
"It’s refreshing to see that families still turn to the board game for quality time together when it counts on Christmas Day.
"We have definitely seen a rise in sales this year and hope our customers all find the game they want this Christmas."
TOP 10 CLASSIC GAMES
1. Monopoly
2. Trivial Pursuit
3. Scrabble
4. Cluedo
5. Pictionary
6. Charades
7. Guess Who
8. Snakes and Ladders
9. Uno
10. Connect4
LINKS
Capital Shopping Centres
Odd News From Our Partners >>
