8. The Risk of Parker Brothers
Where it was sold: Toys “R” Us and Sears
Organization: Parker Brothers
Price at launch: $4.99–$6.99*
Conquering living rooms, Parker Brothers Risk introduced friends and family to the intricate, calculated world of global dominance. When this board game was first introduced in the 1960s, it involved not just pure chance but also strategies, alliances, and occasionally even treachery. Risk provided an exciting adventure into the art of war and diplomacy, transforming couch potatoes into global leaders.

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Players learned how to strike a careful balance between aggression and caution in this war of cunning and wills. Parker Brothers Risk is a timeless classic in the world of board games, captivating and educating players alike.
