Board Games are Autistic

Autistic Culture Podcast Network · Jan 7, 2025 · 1h 7m

In this episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast, Matt and Angela dive into the world of board games—a structured, sensory-rich hobby beloved in the autistic community. With research showing that 7% of autistic people enjoy board games (compared to just 1% of neurotypicals), it’s no wonder they hold such a special place in our culture.🎧 What You’ll LearnWhy board games resonate with autistic players – The draw of clear rules, predictable structure, and logical systems.Social connection through play – How board games reduce pressure, foster comfort, and create a shared focus.Autism-affirming…