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Stranger Things Board Games: Monopoly, the Upside Down and More

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The Stranger Things board game shelf has 11 licensed games, from Monopoly Stranger Things to the Upside Down co-op and a D&D starter set. Each entry lists specs and its connection to the show, making it easier to find a match for your group.

  • 11 games
  • 2017 to 2024
  • 2 to 10+ players
  • 6 classic editions

Eggo waffles and Demogorgons at the table. Here are the specs, without the homework.

Stranger Things has an unusual lineup of licensed games. Hasbro, Winning Moves, Mattel, Asmodee and CMON each hold a piece of the license, so the shelf combines mass-market classics with one proper hobby board game. For more of the show’s creepy 1980s mood, visit our horror board games hub.

For a cooperative game, start with Stranger Things: Upside Down.

Choosing a Stranger Things game to start with

The D&D box calls for a Dungeon Master, so choose yours first.

  • Co-op night for four

    Stranger Things: Upside Down

    Cooperative, 2-4 players, about 60 minutes, ages 12+. The heroes work together against the Demogorgon and the clock, with miniatures representing the characters.

    Difficulty2 out of 5
    Time to explain3 out of 5about 20 min
    Player experience2 out of 5
    Geek Level6 / 10Has a favorite side character
    How we rate

  • Big group, 20 minutes

    Stranger Things: Attack of the Mind Flayer

    For 4-10 players, with games lasting about 20 minutes. Secret roles divide the table into Sane and Possessed teams.

    Difficulty1 out of 5
    Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
    Player experience1 out of 5
    Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
    How we rate

  • Easy family opener

    UNO Flip! Stranger Things

    Anyone who knows UNO can jump right in: 2-10 players, ages 7+. The deck flips between the Real World and the Upside Down.

    Difficulty1 out of 5
    Time to explain1 out of 5about 2 min
    Player experience1 out of 5
    Geek Level2 / 10Watched it once on a flight
    How we rate

Each card below gives the publisher’s player count, play time and age recommendation, then explains how the game uses the show. The quickest picks are the Eggo card game at 20-30 minutes and UNO Flip. The most involved is the Stranger Things Upside Down board game, with two season scenarios and miniatures.

Stranger Things board games, card games and RPGs

Check the box before you buy: three different Monopoly boards exist.

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Main games

Stranger Things: Upside Down

  • 2023
  • 2-4 players
  • 60 minutes
  • Ages 12+

This is the hobby-level Stranger Things board game for players after a campaign feel. Its two scenarios follow the show’s first two seasons.

How it plays

Each player picks a hero and uses action cards to move around Hawkins, collect items, recruit allies and rescue Will. The group races to clear stacks of challenge tokens before time runs out, all while managing fear.

The film or show connection

Miniatures stand in for the heroes, the Demogorgon and Demodogs. Scenario goals come straight from seasons 1 and 2.

Difficulty2 out of 5
Time to explain3 out of 5about 20 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level6 / 10Has a favorite side character
How we rate

Type cooperative game

  • co-op
  • miniatures
  • seasons 1 and 2
Publisher
CMON
Designers
Rob Daviau
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Source 1 (cmon.com) Source 2 (cmon-files.s3.amazonaws.com)

Stranger Things Eggo Card Game

  • 2-6 players
  • 20-30 minutes
  • Ages 14+

The Stranger Things Eggo card game is a quick matching game in the UNO family, with a show-specific twist. Choose Will, Mike, Lucas, Dustin, Eleven, Hopper or Barb.

How it plays

On your turn, play a card matching the color or character on the discard pile, or draw a card. Effects change direction, make rivals draw and flip characters between the Upside Down and Right Side Up. Win by emptying your hand while Right Side Up, before the Demogorgon attacks.

The film or show connection

Character cards show whether a hero is stuck in the Upside Down, while the Demogorgon threat advances as the game goes on.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
How we rate

Type card game

  • matching
  • take-that
  • quick
Publisher
Hasbro Games
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Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com)

Stranger Things Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set

  • 2019
  • 2+ players
  • Ages 14+

This box is a role-playing game, not a board game, so it gets its own explanation below. It includes the adventure Hunt for the Thessalhydra.

How it plays

One player takes the role of Dungeon Master and describes the adventure; the others play the included heroes. They explore, talk to characters, solve problems and roll dice to settle actions and fights.

The film or show connection

The adventure is framed as the campaign Mike Wheeler wrote for his friends. The box recreates the red D&D set from the show and includes two Demogorgon figures, one paintable.

Difficulty2.5 out of 5
Time to explain4 out of 5about 30 min
Player experience3 out of 5
Geek Level7 / 10Can explain the timeline
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Type role-playing game

  • RPG
  • needs a Dungeon Master
  • dice
Publisher
Wizards of the Coast
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Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com) Source 2 (ign.com)

Stranger Things: Attack of the Mind Flayer

  • 2022
  • 4-10 players
  • 20 minutes
  • Ages 10+

A quick hidden-identity game for larger groups. Players start as Sane or Possessed and can switch sides during play.

How it plays

Everyone gets a secret role card, then takes turns drawing cards and handing them to other players. Cards can help someone, knock them out, or send them to the other team. Sane players win if at least one Sane character remains at the end.

The film or show connection

Players take the roles of Stranger Things characters in Hawkins as the Mind Flayer builds an army of possessed people.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
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Type party game

  • hidden roles
  • bluffing
  • large groups
Publisher
Repos Production (Asmodee)
Designers
Joey Vigour
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Source 1 (rprod.com) Source 2 (rprod.com) Source 3 (pressreleases.triplepoint.com)

Stranger Things Top Trumps

  • 2+ players

A pack of character cards for the classic Top Trumps comparison game. This is the lightest game on the page.

How it plays

Deal out the cards, then have the active player name a category from their top card. Everyone compares that value, and the highest one takes the round. Collect every card to win.

The film or show connection

The cards feature Eleven, Mike, Hopper, the Mind Flayer and other characters from the show.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 2 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level3 / 10Knows the main characters
How we rate

Type card game

  • quick
  • comparison
  • collectible look
Publisher
Winning Moves
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Source 1 (us.toptrumps.com) Source 2 (winningmoves.co.uk)

Licensed classic editions

Monopoly: Stranger Things Edition

  • 2017
  • 2-8 players
  • Ages 14+

Monopoly Stranger Things is the franchise’s most searched game. Hasbro has released three versions, covered in the edition guide below.

How it plays

It’s standard Monopoly with a Hawkins twist: buy, sell and trade locations and vehicles, then build Forts and Hideouts instead of houses and hotels. Walkie-Talkie and Blinking Lights cards take the place of Chance and Community Chest.

The film or show connection

The game centers on the search for missing Will Byers. Your goal is to avoid getting trapped in the Upside Down.

Difficulty1.5 out of 5
Time to explain2 out of 5about 8 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
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Type licensed classic edition

  • property trading
  • large groups
  • three editions
Publisher
Hasbro
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Editions and expansions

  • Collector's Edition (2019)
  • Netflix Stranger Things Edition (season 4)

Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com) Source 2 (instructions.hasbro.com)

Trivial Pursuit: Netflix's Stranger Things Back to the 80s Edition

  • 2-4 players
  • 30-60 minutes

Stranger Things Trivial Pursuit mixes questions about the show with 80s pop culture. It has 1,500 questions across six categories, including Stranger Things.

How it plays

Roll, move and answer questions to collect wedges, just as in classic Trivial Pursuit. Land on a portal space and a board section flips to the Upside Down, where a wrong answer can cost you wedges. The first player to collect six wedges wins.

The film or show connection

The Upside Down flip turns the show’s central idea into a board mechanic.

Difficulty1.5 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 3 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level6 / 10Has a favorite side character
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • trivia
  • 1,500 questions
  • 80s
Publisher
Hasbro
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Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com) Source 2 (instructions.hasbro.com)

Risk: Stranger Things

  • 2024
  • 2-4 players
  • 120 minutes
  • Ages 15+

This Risk variant swaps the world map for Hawkins, with 49 territories and mission scoring. It draws on the Vecna storyline from season 4.

How it plays

Four factions compete: Hawkins kids, Hawkins adults, the US Army and the Soviet Army. Missions earn victory points, and some objectives stay secret. The first faction to 20 points wins. Vecna advances along a track and can wipe out a unit when he enters a crowded territory.

The film or show connection

Every faction is trying to stop Vecna from reaching the Creel House. The armies also want to capture his power.

Difficulty2 out of 5
Time to explain3 out of 5about 15 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
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Type licensed classic edition

  • territory control
  • missions
  • four factions
Publisher
Winning Moves
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Source 1 (winningmoves.fr) Source 2 (licensing.biz)

Stranger Things Cluedo

  • 2+ players
  • Ages 12+

Winning Moves gives the mansion mystery a Demogorgon makeover. Retail listings disagree about the maximum player count, so check the box before buying.

How it plays

Move around Hawkins and collect evidence. Instead of the usual suspect, weapon and room, solve which child saw the monster, where it happened and how it was lured out.

The film or show connection

The six suspects are Will, Eleven, Dustin, Mike, Max and Lucas. Locations include Hawkins Community Pool and Hawkins National Laboratory. Friends Don't Lie and Hawkins Post cards add some show flavor.

Difficulty1.5 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 5 min
Player experience2 out of 5
Geek Level4 / 10Owns the soundtrack
How we rate

Type licensed classic edition

  • deduction
  • family
  • Hawkins
Publisher
Winning Moves
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Source 1 (winningmoves.co.uk)

UNO Flip! Stranger Things

  • 2-10 players
  • Ages 7+

An easy entry point for younger players and mixed groups, using the double-sided UNO Flip format.

How it plays

Match the top discard by color, number or symbol, or play an action card. A FLIP card turns over every hand and both piles, switching play between the Real World and the Upside Down. First to empty their hand wins.

The film or show connection

The deck features show characters and imagery, with each side representing one of the two dimensions.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 2 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level2 / 10Watched it once on a flight
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Type licensed classic edition

  • family
  • matching
  • up to 10 players
Publisher
Mattel
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Source 1 (m.service.mattel.com)

Ouija: Stranger Things Edition

  • 2017

More themed Ouija board than game. We couldn't confirm the player count or age rating from an official source, so both are left off.

How it plays

It works like a regular Ouija board, using a planchette to spell out messages. The twist is the artwork: the alphabet appears as strings of Christmas lights.

The film or show connection

The lights call back to the wall alphabet Joyce Byers uses to talk to Will in season 1. Unlike the standard board, this edition doesn't light up.

Difficulty1 out of 5
Time to explain1 out of 5about 2 min
Player experience1 out of 5
Geek Level3 / 10Knows the main characters
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Type licensed classic edition

  • collectible
  • spirit board
  • Christmas lights
Publisher
Hasbro
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Source 1 (nerdist.com) Source 2 (museumoftalkingboards.com) Source 3 (museumofplay.org)

Stranger Things Trivial Pursuit, Eggo cards and the rest, side by side

Stranger Things games compared by year, players, play time, age, type and print status
GameYearPlayersPlay timeAgesTypeIn print
Stranger Things: Upside Down20232-460 minutes12+cooperative gameNot listed
Monopoly: Stranger Things Edition20172-8Not listed14+licensed classic editionNot listed
Stranger Things Eggo Card GameNot listed2-620-30 minutes14+card gameNot listed
Trivial Pursuit: Netflix's Stranger Things Back to the 80s EditionNot listed2-430-60 minutesNot listedlicensed classic editionNot listed
Stranger Things Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set20192+Not listed14+role-playing gameNot listed
Stranger Things: Attack of the Mind Flayer20224-1020 minutes10+party gameNot listed
Risk: Stranger Things20242-4120 minutes15+licensed classic editionNot listed
Stranger Things CluedoNot listed2+Not listed12+licensed classic editionNot listed
UNO Flip! Stranger ThingsNot listed2-10Not listed7+licensed classic editionNot listed
Stranger Things Top TrumpsNot listed2+Not listedNot listedcard gameNot listed
Ouija: Stranger Things Edition2017Not listedNot listedNot listedlicensed classic editionNot listed

The releases cluster around three moments: Hasbro’s first products in 2017, the D&D set and Collector's Monopoly in 2019, and the Asmodee and Netflix deal of 2022. Later releases shift toward hobby designs, from CMON’s co-op in 2023 to the 2024 launch of Risk: Stranger Things.

A timeline of Stranger Things tabletop games

Licensed Stranger Things tabletop games, listed by release date.

For a cooperative game, start with Stranger Things: Upside Down.

Monopoly Stranger Things is the franchise’s most searched game, and there are three different boards. Tokens, card decks and player counts vary, so check which edition you have. The Monopoly Stranger Things explainer covers the first edition’s rule twists.

A big group can play Attack of the Mind Flayer in 20 minutes.

Which Monopoly Stranger Things edition do you mean?

Hasbro sells three different Monopoly boards, and search results often mix them up.

Original Edition (2017, C4550)

2-8 players and 8 tokens. Walkie-Talkie and Blinking Lights cards replace Chance and Community Chest, while Forts and Hideouts take the place of houses and hotels.

Collector's Edition (2019, E8194)

11 tokens include Max's skateboard, Steve's nailed bat and an Eggo waffle. The game adds Transmission and Upside Down cards, tunnel spaces and glow-in-the-dark hideouts.

Netflix Stranger Things Edition (F2544)

Built around season 4, this edition is for 2-6 players and comes with 6 tokens. A grandfather-clock spinner and Cerebro and Hellfire Club cards set it apart.

The D&D set is the Stranger Things box that causes the most confusion. It sits alongside board games on the shelf, but plays quite differently: one person describes the adventure instead of moving pieces. The next section explains what that means for your group, and the Dungeons & Dragons starter set page details what’s in the box.

Dungeons and Dragons board game Stranger Things: what the starter set really is

Shoppers often look for a Dungeons and Dragons board game from Stranger Things, but this box is a role-playing set.

  • No board, one storyteller

    A Dungeon Master describes the adventure and plays the monsters. The story unfolds through conversation, not on a game board.

  • What’s in the box

    Five Stranger Things character sheets, six dice and two Demogorgon figures, including one you can paint. The adventure is Hunt for the Thessalhydra.

  • Who it’s for

    Groups of 2+ with someone willing to be Dungeon Master. Hasbro lists it for ages 14+.

  • Want a board game instead?

    Try Stranger Things: Upside Down for a co-op game with set rules and a clear win or loss.

The Stranger Things Upside Down board game and other flips

Four of these games make the Upside Down part of the rules, each in its own way.

  • Stranger Things: Upside Down

    The co-op game makes it a place to explore: heroes gather items, rescue Will and face the Demogorgon and Demodogs across two seasons.

  • UNO Flip! Stranger Things

    A FLIP card in UNO Flip! Stranger Things switches the whole table to the other side of the deck, from Real World to Upside Down.

  • Eggo Card Game

    Character cards show whether a hero is Upside Down or Right Side Up. You must be Right Side Up to win.

  • Trivial Pursuit

    Portal spaces flip a board section to the Upside Down, where a wrong answer can cost you wedges.

Stranger Things board game facts

The D&D box calls for a Dungeon Master, so choose yours first.

  • The 2019 Collector's Edition of Monopoly has 11 tokens, including Max's skateboard, Steve's nailed bat and an Eggo waffle.

    Source 1 (bustle.com)

  • The original Monopoly edition swaps Chance and Community Chest for Walkie-Talkie and Blinking Lights cards, and replaces houses and hotels with Forts and Hideouts.

    Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com)

  • The Ouija edition uses Christmas lights for its alphabet, a nod to the wall scene in season 1.

    Source 1 (nerdist.com)

  • The D&D starter set copies the red D&D box seen in the series, and presents its adventure as one Mike Wheeler wrote.

    Source 1 (instructions.hasbro.com)

  • In Risk: Stranger Things, Vecna moves along a track as the game timer. He can eliminate a unit when he enters a crowded territory.

  • Asmodee and Netflix announced a licensing partnership in July 2022 covering Stranger Things, Ozark and Squid Game tabletop games.

    Source 1 (pressreleases.triplepoint.com)

Stranger Things board game FAQs

Is there an official Stranger Things board game?

Yes, there are several. The main hobby game is Stranger Things: Upside Down from CMON (2023), a co-op for 2-4 players. Hasbro, Winning Moves, Mattel and Asmodee also publish licensed editions and card games.

How many people can play Monopoly Stranger Things?

The original Hasbro edition supports 2-8 players and includes 8 tokens. The Netflix Stranger Things Edition, based on season 4, supports 2-6 players and has 6 tokens.

What is the Stranger Things Eggo card game?

The Stranger Things Eggo card game is a Hasbro card game for 2-6 players. Match colors or characters, and flip heroes between the Upside Down and Right Side Up. Empty your hand while Right Side Up to win.

How does Stranger Things Trivial Pursuit work?

It follows classic Trivial Pursuit rules, with 1,500 questions across six categories. Portal spaces flip part of the board to the Upside Down, where wrong answers can cost you wedges. Collect six wedges to win.

Is the Stranger Things Dungeons and Dragons set a board game?

No. It’s a role-playing starter set with character sheets, dice and an adventure. One player takes the role of Dungeon Master, and there’s no board.

How long does the Stranger Things Upside Down board game take?

Plan on about 60 minutes for 2-4 players, ages 12+. The two scenarios cover seasons 1 and 2.

Is there a Stranger Things trivia game?

Yes: Trivial Pursuit Netflix's Stranger Things Back to the 80s Edition, for 2-4 players. Stranger Things is one of its six question categories. For quiz games based on other films and shows, visit our movie trivia games hub.

Is there a Stranger Things chess set?

We couldn’t confirm an officially licensed Stranger Things chess set through any publisher or retailer source, so we haven’t listed one here.

Check the box before you buy: three different Monopoly boards exist.

For a cooperative game, start with Stranger Things: Upside Down.

Sources

  1. CMON: Stranger Things: Upside Down cmon.com
  2. Hasbro: Monopoly Stranger Things Edition instructions instructions.hasbro.com
  3. Hasbro: Stranger Things D&D Starter Set instructions.hasbro.com
  4. Hasbro: Stranger Things Eggo Card Game instructions.hasbro.com
  5. Hasbro: Trivial Pursuit Stranger Things Back to the 80s instructions.hasbro.com
  6. Repos Production: Stranger Things game rprod.com
  7. Winning Moves: Risk Stranger Things winningmoves.fr
  8. Winning Moves UK: Stranger Things Cluedo winningmoves.co.uk
  9. Mattel: UNO Flip Stranger Things m.service.mattel.com