5 Games To Play During Singapore National Day - 2025 SG60 Edition
- Nightwing Fury
- Jul 23
- 4 min read
Celebrate Singapore's 60th birthday with laughter, food, family, and some serious fun with these local board games! Whether you're into strategy, speed, or general chaos, these Singaporean-made games capture the heart of our shared culture.
1) Makan Mania
Publisher: Capital Gains Studio
Miss the chaos of the lunchtime crowd at the hawker center? Now, you can experience it on a tabletop dice game, Makan Mania! Your goal is to grab some food, snag a seat, and quench your thirst with as many drinks as you can get your hands on! Roll dice in real time alongside your opponents to grab your desired meal first, and reserve a spot. Then, all players will take turns using dice or coins for drinks. Buy drinks to increase your ability to earn coins and points from the next round onwards and watch your army of powered drinks steamroll your competition! The player with the most points at the end of 5 rounds is the winner!
The game’s fast-paced gameplay captures the uniquely Singaporean experience of queuing, rushing, and chope-ing your table before your favorite dish sells out. It’s perfect for National Day—when nothing brings us together more than food, friendly competition, and a bit of fun. Celebrate the culture of hawker centers and friendly competition with Makan Mania!
Capital Gains Studio is a Singaporean board game designer and publisher, and has been in the board game industry since 2013, creating local hits such as Happy Dim Sum, Singapore 1889, and Zombielife Insurance. They aspire to create truly "Singaporean" games, often theming them around local culture or shared experiences among all Singaporeans.
2) Let's Go! Singapore Edition
Publisher: Mer-Lion Game Studios
Let's Go! Singapore Edition was designed for families to play together. And what better time to explore Singapore's iconic landmarks with your family than National Day? Race your opponents to visit your destinations and leave them behind in traffic jams in order to win!
The game also serves a dual purpose - for younger players, it helps to hone arithmetic skills, as well as improve their analytical and strategizing skills while still providing an enjoyable experience. The game promotes family bonding, and (fun fact) was one of the first few games to ever feature Singapore's very own Merlion! It also features many more recognizable spots in Singapore, allowing you to travel the city from the comfort of your own home, and learn more about our nation.
3) Hojo Pojo
Publisher: Horrayh Studios
What better way to celebrate National Day than with a game that captures the spirit of Singapore’s food-loving culture? Hojo Pojo is a fun-filled, family-friendly hot pot card game that turns any gathering into a feast of laughter and competition.
Play as hungry diners racing to cook and eat as much food as possible before the dipping sauce runs out. Use Tongs, Bowls, and a roll of the dice to scoop up delicious ingredients—and if the King of the Pot appears, get ready for a surprise final eat-off!
Just like a real hot pot meal, Hojo Pojo brings everyone to the table. It’s the perfect way to bond with friends and family while celebrating the shared joy of local cuisine and togetherness this National Day.
4) Next Station: The Singapore MRT Game
Publisher: Tembusu Games
Race across the rail lines and outsmart your fellow commuters in this fast-paced MRT-themed card game! Players play cards to extend their route, or draw from the deck in hopes of finding a match. Clever combos help you clear your hand faster, while too many unlucky draws will cost you a turn.
Easy to learn and quick to play, Next Station captures the spirit of Singapore’s daily hustle—minus the peak-hour crowds! For an extra touch of patriotism, check out the limited Next Station: SG60 Edition, made specially for this National Day!
Tembusu Games is a Singapore-based publisher and workshop host. They specialize in publishing games and supporting organizations through game-based learning and training programs. The designer of the game, also designed Rockstar Portfolio Manager, a card game about managing an investment portfolio under T3 Gaming Studio.
5) The Durian Game - 2nd Edition
Publisher: The Mind Cafe
Get ready to go bananas (or durians?) with The Durian Game – 2nd Edition, the ultimate party trading game that’s fruity, fast, and fiercely fun! This brand-new edition of The Mind Cafe’s most played and beloved game packs all-new plastic durians in the box as well! Whether you’re a seasoned trader or a first-time fruit hustler, it’s time to test your reflexes, bluffing skills, and durian loyalty. Pick your favorite durian type and hold onto it tight! Then hustle, swap, and negotiate your way to a matching set. But don’t let your guard down—those sneaky Table Cards can flip your fortunes in an instant.
Bursting with laughter, chaos, and a surprising durian education, this game lets you trade like a maniac, bluff your way to victory, and learn quirky facts about the different varieties of the King of Fruits! Love it or hate it, The Durian Game brings friends and family together over Singapore’s most iconic (and divisive) fruit. Are you ready to rule the table—and the durian throne?
The Mind Cafe has been a staple in Singapore’s board game scene since 2005. With an extensive library of games, it’s a go-to spot for casual players and board game enthusiasts alike. Beyond hosting game nights, The Mind Cafe has also ventured into game design, most notably with The Durian Game.
National Day is all about unity, laughter, and celebrating what makes us uniquely Singaporean—and these games deliver exactly that. Whether you're racing through MRT lines, hoarding hot pot ingredients, or fighting over durians, there’s no better way to bond with your loved ones than through a little friendly competition.
Game on, and happy National Day!
