7 Best Card Games Around $10

Inflation has affected all spheres of our lives, and this doesn’t leave the gaming industry aside. However, we’re excited to tell you that there are still a few card games that are under $10, or at least around that price. We’ve selected 7 of the cheapest card games that not only come at a super-affordable price but will become the life of your party too. And you’ve probably never heard of most of them before! 

1. No Thanks!
2. Monopoly Deal
3. Hanabi
4. Love Letter
5. Sushi Go!
6. Fantasy Wizard
7. UNO

1. No Thanks!

3 to 7 players | Ages 8+ | 33 cards & 55 chips | Gametime of 20 minutes;

In the game, everyone aims to have the fewest points by the end. Players either take the flipped card or use a chip to say ‘No thanks,’ but must take a card if they run out of chips. The game ends when all cards are played, and the player with the lowest score, after subtracting chips, wins.

Here’s a video made by the manufacturers, which explains all the rules: No Thanks How To Play. 

2. Monopoly Deal

2 to 5 players | Ages 8+ | 110 cards | Gametime of 15 minutes;

If you enjoy Monopoly but want a smaller version in both size and gameplay, Monopoly Deal is for you. Players draw and play money, property, or action cards each turn, with actions allowing you to make other players pay, do tricky deals, or steal properties. The goal is to create 3 complete sets of different-colored property cards, and the first to do so wins the game, making it a perfect mix of luck and strategy!

In case any of you, our mates, need extra information, watch How to Play Monopoly Deal. 

3. Hanabi

2 to 5 players | Ages 8+ | 60 cards & 12 tokens | Gametime of 30 minutes;

So, you’ve got that teamwork spirit, huh? In Hanabi, you work together to create a beautiful fireworks display, but you can’t see the cards dealt to you. You rely on tips to place cards in order from 1 to 5, and when the 5th card is played, a blue token is placed on the table, aiming for a stunning victory with 5 completed fireworks.

More on the ways of winning and other instructions are found in this video: How to Play Hanabi. 

4. Love Letter

2 to 4 players | Ages 10+ | 27 cards & 13 tokens | Gametime of 20 minutes; 

The Princess is seeking a partner to assist her after she ascends the throne, as you assumed. You represent royal characters aiming to have the Princess read your letter, while also possibly eliminating other players and using special characters like friends, family, or allies. Each round you stay in the game earns you one token of royalty, and the player with the most tokens at the end wins.

I bet you need meticulous details, don’t you? How to Play Love Letter has it all!

5. Sushi Go!

2 to 5 players | Ages 8+ | 108 cards | Gametime of 15 minutes;

Making sushi has never been cheaper and easier. You will draw and play cards, and pass the unwanted hand of cards to the other players in turn. This will help everyone create their possible card combinations, which could be sets of sashimi, maki rolls, ‘dipping’ sushi cards in wasabi or other sauces, and tons more. Each card combination brings a different score, so keep an eye on those who bring you the highest. And, how do you become the sushi master, a.k.a. the winner of Sushi Go? By having the most points by the end of the game! 

Of course, a good video is always a good help. And How to Play Sushi Go is undoubtedly one.

After you’re done with sushi, have some drinks now. And what’s the best way to do that? While playing Sip & Challenge, of course!

6. Fantasy Wizard

3 to 6 players | Ages 10+ | 60 cards | Gametime of 45 minutes;

Remember the original Wizard game? Fantasy Wizard adds a few twists, including new character abilities and card illustrations. Players choose from characters like Wizards, Jesters, and Warriors, predict how many tricks they’ll win, and use special character cards to change the strategy and gameplay.

Fantasy Wizard can be a little more complicated than the other cheap games. Therefore, you’d for sure appreciate the official rules. 

7. UNO

2 to 10 players | Ages 7+ | 108 cards | Gametime of around 30 minutes;

Our forever favorite classic, UNO, never gets old, especially with new editions like Show ‘Em No Mercy. The goal is to play cards that match the previous ones in color or value, while extra cards like wild, draw, and reverse can change the flow in seconds. The aim is to be the first to run out of cards, but don’t forget to yell ‘UNO’ when you’re down to one!

Although it would be extremely strange, if you still don’t know how to play the game, watch this: How to Play UNO.

Final Thoughts

Sure, all the games we ever recommend are worth buying. But, that doubles when we’re talking about card games that really cost $10 (or something near that)! Their quality is unmatched and they’re the type of games that never go out of style. We included classics like UNO, but also some you’ve never heard of, and never knew they were that fun!