# Villainous Strategy Games The Disney Villainous Board Game Takes Players Through Classic Cartoons By Riley von Niessen | Published 2021-02-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villainous References: [amazon](https://www.amazon.ca/s?k=board+games+villainous&gclid=CjwKCAiAsOmABhAwEiwAEBR0Zs5h1FJHQXKiD3HAellEdre5eloKGA7mZ4AWguzHpywV7zWKkV0mFRoCFDUQAvD_BwE&hvadid=475187690090&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9061009&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=266511098237196662&hvtargid=kwd-789686622451&hydadcr=20602_9245730&ref=pd_sl_77quhwdjdk_e&tag=trenhunt0f-20) Disney Villainous is a strategy-based board game from Ravensburger that gives players the chance to put themselves in the shoes of iconic villains from Disney films. As each of the villains is meant to be played differently and has their own set of goals, Villainous provides endless opportunities for engaging play—forcing players to come up with new strategies as they go. Each player can choose to be one of six villains, which include Ursula, Prince John, Jafar, Captain Hook, Maleficent, and the Queen of Hearts. As they move through the game, players will have the chance to prevent the other villains from reaching their objectives with Fate cards. The first one to achieve their goals is deemed the winner. Disney Villainous is available from major retailers like Indigo and Amazon, and is suitable for two to six players aged 10 and up. Image Credit: Disney ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Character-based Board Games:** Game developers can create new character-based board games featuring iconic figures that provide endless opportunities for engaging play. - **Variable Player Powers:** Board game designers can use variable player powers to create character-specific challenges and goals that lead to a more diverse and complex gameplay experience. - **Licensed Board Games:** Board game manufacturers can create licensed games based on popular media franchises to target a wider audience and attract new players. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy and Game Manufacturing:** Toy and game manufacturers can use the concept of character-based board games to create innovative products for children and adults. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can license their properties to board game manufacturers to create new products and merchandise for their fans. - **Retail:** Retailers can expand their board game inventory by partnering with game manufacturers and offering licensed games as a way to attract new customers and increase sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adventurous Story-Driven Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpg-board-game.md) - [Villainous Board Game Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-all-is-fair.md) - [Super-Simple Strategy Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-hungry-pets.md) - [Villainous Mobile Device Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-villains-x-casetify.md) - [Adult-Oriented Classic Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clue-conspiracy.md) - [Wizard-Themed Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopolyharrypotteredition.md) - [Cartoon Franchise Trading Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/into-the-inklands.md) - [Cubic Mountaineer Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubeclimbers-board-game.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md)