To see jigsaws grouped by piece count and theme, from first puzzles for toddlers to harder pieces for adults, take a look at the jigsaw collection at puzzles and games.

For a hand-picked selection of Christmas games and stocking-filler puzzles for every age, browse the seasonal range at brain games for adults.

It is worth thinking about the setting too. Games with a drawstring bag or a tin survive being thrown in a rucksack better than a large flat box. For a caravan or a beach hut with limited space, pick a few small games rather than one big one, so you can match the game to the mood without taking up a whole shelf.

If you want a shortlist of games tested for family play and grouped by how long they take, browse the family and party games chosen by brain teaser puzzles.

To see the traditional board alongside the 3D, giant and garden editions, have a look at the Snakes and Ladders range at outdoor garden games.

The Genius Square has become a favourite for families and solo puzzlers who want a game that sets up in seconds and plays differently every time. You roll the seven dice, place a blocker on each grid square the dice point to, Happy Puzzle Co then fit the nine coloured shapes into the space that is left. There is always at least one solution, and often more than one, so nobody gets stuck on an impossible board.