This review has been updated 4 times since it was first published in December of 2018. Dealing with bored kids on a long road trip is the bane of every parent’s existence, but these travel games for playing in the car can ease the misery by keeping restless youngsters engaged and entertained for hours as the miles fly by. From foldable boards and magnetic checkers to portable electronics and amusing wordplay, there’s something for everyone in our collection of on-the-go diversions. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Review. Skip to the best car game for kids on Amazon.

10. I’m Game Handheld Player
Powered by USB or three AAA batteries, the I’m Game Handheld Player packs over a hundred 16-bit mobile entertainment options into a budget-friendly portable console, offering everything from classic card play and logic puzzles to retro-style racing excitement.
- Comes in three colors
- Includes a quick-start guide
- Battery life is short

9. Gamie Retro
Offering a jumbo assortment of old-school favorites, the Gamie Retro collection lets passengers while away the miles in playful harmony when traveling with family or a rambunctious youth group. All the items are boxed separately, so you can choose a few or take them all.
- Strong magnet-backed pieces
- Convenient compact design
- Not for children under 3

8. Melissa & Doug Flip to Win
With seven interchangeable, laminated cards that slide easily into a sturdy wooden frame, your youngsters will be hard pressed to run out of something to do with the Melissa & Doug Flip to Win. It also requires all their concentration, so you can enjoy a quiet ride.
- Sliding scoreboard
- Double sided for twice the fun
- Not exactly lightweight

7. Sphero BB-8
For Star Wars enthusiasts of any age, the Sphero BB-8 is a great companion to spend time with. Complete with a droid trainer, your little buddy can be programmed to patrol the area for any signs of Darth Maul, or just chill out and watch the full saga with him.
- Beginner-friendly design
- 90-degree adjustable viewing angle
- Foldable propellers
- Can be stored under the seat
- Great for children and adults
- Case dents easily

6. Drocon Ninja
The Drocon Ninja is a pocket-sized drone with a built-in camera that offers a 120-degree field of view and real-time WiFi image transmission, allowing you to take to the skies from the virtual cockpit and survey the scene from above without ever leaving the ground.
- Beginner-friendly design
- 90-degree adjustable viewing angle
- Foldable propellers

5. Buckets, Bags & Bundles
If you are looking for something to keep the kiddies amused as you travel from place to place, you’ll find it in the Buckets, Bags & Bundles. The drawstring backpack safely holds a collection of activities from brain teasers to catch the ball and playing cards.
- For girls and boys alike
- Simple to store when not in use
- Contains small parts


4. Regal Travel Bingo
Having no small or loose pieces to vanish under the seat, never to be seen again, the Regal Travel Bingo is a fantastic distraction to keep your younger passengers engrossed and scouring the passing scenery for the matching image to the one called out.
- Plastic shutter windows
- Colorful illustrations
- Four different cards

3. Mad Libs on the Road
Even the driver can play along to break up the monotony of long, boring trips with Mad Libs on the Road. Take turns filling in the blanks with random parts of speech to create silly, side-splitting narratives that will have everyone in the vehicle laughing the miles away.
- Educational for grades 3 to 7
- Consists of 48 pages
- Unlimited number of players

2. Peradix Magnetic Folding Board
With a choice of checkers, backgammon or chess the Peradix Magnetic Folding Board lets your youngsters spend hours challenging each other’s minds instead of your nerves and patience. Each play piece is made of high impact polystyrene to last for years of fun.
- The surface is scratch resistant
- Mesh storage bags included
- Suitable for ages 6 and up

1. Briarpatch Travel Scavenger Hunt
As you drive through the countryside enjoying the view, your kids can entertain themselves in the backseat with the Briarpatch Travel Scavenger Hunt. They will search high and low for the items in the deck to see who can spot the most out of their window first.
- Includes 4 special cards
- Stores in a sturdy tin box
- Cards are easy to read

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