# Relationship-Strengthening Board Games 'Here Between Us' Challenges Players to Open Up By Riley von Niessen | Published 2021-01-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/here-between-us References: [entrepreneur](https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/363671?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) Remedios Mágicos, a Mexican novelty and games store, offers a new [board game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board) called 'Here Between Us,' which requires players to really get to know each other by asking one another questions. The creators of the game wanted to design an interactive activity specially around forming true connections, while also providing players with plenty of laughter to keep the mood light. All of the questions that are included on the game's cards are meant to [spark conversations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conversation-catalyst), with each round offering a different theme to allow players to dive deeper as they progress. The carefully thought out questions are applicable to all participants, and help to create an [open-minded dialogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/where-hope-lives) that will leave players with a greater understanding of views that differ from their own. Image Credit: Remedios Mágicos ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Relationship-strengthening Board Games:** Remedios Mágicos' 'Here Between Us' game creates an opportunity for other board game manufacturers to explore innovative ways to promote social interaction and conversation. - **Interactive Social Activities:** As social isolation becomes more prevalent, companies in the entertainment and leisure industries can create interactive activities like 'Here Between Us' to foster human connection. - **Conversational Card Games:** The popularity of 'Here Between Us' highlights a growing desire for conversational card games that help people build deeper relationships. ### Where This Applies - **Games and Novelties:** Manufacturers of games and novelties can explore creating more games that focus on connecting people on a personal level. - **Entertainment:** Companies in the entertainment industry can create interactive activities like 'Here Between Us' to foster human connection and provide a unique experience for customers. - **Hospitality:** Hotels, resorts, and other hospitality businesses can incorporate games like 'Here Between Us' to promote social interaction and enhance guest experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Open Conversation Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actually-curious-card-game.md) - [Couple's Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ours-cards.md) - [Intimacy-Promoting Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-card-game.md) - [Icebreaker Conversation Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conversation-games.md) - [Portable Ice-Breaker Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storyology.md) - [Psychology Skill Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/think-like-a-shrink.md) - [Competitive Conversation Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/debatable-party-game.md) - [Friendship-Focused Party Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/catch-the-vibe.md) - [Emotional Processing Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emo.md)