My First Castle Panic Board Game

In My First Castle Panic, a parade of silly monsters comes racing out of the woods—straight toward your castle. Your mission (together!) is to catch every monster before they smash the castle flat.

Players send out brave little defenders by matching the color and shape of the space where a monster appears. But beware: monsters move closer every turn, and more keep coming—so you’ll need teamwork, good turns, and a little bit of strategy to save the day.

Designed especially for younger players, this cooperative game lets kids jump right in—no reading required.

Why We Love It

Play independently. Preschoolers can understand the game and participate without needing a grown-up to read cards for them.

Learning happens naturally. Matching colors and shapes, strategic thinking, taking turns, and working together are all part of play.

Everybody’s on the same team. Cooperative play means the whole table works together to stop the monsters and save the castle.

A lovely first strategy game. Simple enough for young players, but with enough anticipation and decision-making to make victory feel earned.

About the Makers — Fireside Games

Fireside Games creates highly thematic, approachable strategy and family games designed for a casual good time around the table. From defending the castle in Castle Panic to collecting cats in Here, Kitty, Kitty!, their games are made for easy-to-learn, memorable play with friends and family.