Some of us will be stuck inside while this blizzard goes about its business this weekend.
Instead of watching boring TV reruns, why not engage your brain a bit and check out some iPad board games?
Catan HD
The aim of the game: You need to be the first player to accumulate 10 "victory points" as you build roads and cities while harvesting resources from the unsettled island of Catan.
Difficulty to learn: Medium. The tutorial gets everyone started quickly enough.
Will you play it by yourself after the storm? We think so – the AI is good enough to keep you interested and an online multiplayer function is in the works.
Price:$5
Monopoly
The aim of the game: Buy property and bankrupt your opponent – it's the classic Monopoly game.
Difficulty to learn: Medium.
Will you play it by yourself after the storm? Yes. It's timeless.
Price:$10
Ticket to Ride
The aim of the game: Draw cards that tell you which cities to connect via rail. At the end of the game, you'll get a 10 point bonus for having the longest track. But keep in mind your opponent is trying to cut you off and beat you to locations.
Difficulty to learn: Easy! Just follow the tutorial.
Will you play it by yourself after the storm? Yes -- there are a few expansion packs available as in-app purchases that will hold your attention for a good while.
Price:$7
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