Release calendar and price comparison from 6 partner shops

Board game pre-orders & new releases – new games, secured early.

Every day we check our partners' pre-orders, sort them by expected release date and compare prices. See at a glance what's coming soon, where it's cheapest – and where a game is already in stock.

Last check: · 790 pre-orders · 771 with expected date · 147 in price comparison

How accurate are dates and prices?

Frequently asked questions about the board game pre-orders

What does “expected release date” mean?

Dates come from publishers and shops and are estimates. Shifts of several weeks are common in this industry; we compare daily. The status in the shop is always binding.

How do I recognise the cheapest shop?

When several partners carry the same edition, the card opens the price comparison: the cheapest shop is listed first.

Can the pre-order price still change?

Yes. Shops adjust prices or grant different discounts until shortly before release. The price in the shop applies.

Which language editions can I pre-order?

Depending on the shop you will find German, multilingual and international editions; choose the language in the filters at the top. Each card names publisher, shop and edition.

Which new board games can I pre-order now?

This page lists all pre-orders from our partner shops with their expected release date – sorted by month in the release calendar. “Coming up” changes daily and shows the next release dates, big price differences and high pre-order discounts.

Is it worth pre-ordering board games?

Often, yes: popular new releases sell out quickly after launch, and some shops give pre-order discounts. But expect release dates to slip – the price comparison shows where the pre-order is currently cheapest.

What does “delayed, previously …” on a card mean?

The shop has pushed the release date back. So that you can spot the delay, we also show the previous date.

Do I have to pay for a pre-order straight away?

Each shop sets its own rules: some charge you when you order, others only when the game ships. You’ll find the terms in the shop before you order.

Where can I find the new releases from SPIEL in Essen?

In the “New releases” section of PlayedNow: all fair novelties with publisher, hall and booth, prices and description. Anything that can already be pre-ordered also appears here in the release calendar.