Board Game Geek

Board games, RPG and videogames.

Board Game Geek API is a free Games & Comics API that requires no API key, is served over HTTPS and does not support CORS, so it should be called from a server.

Authentication: None required
HTTPS: Yes
CORS: No
Category: Games & Comics

Visit documentation ↗boardgamegeek.com

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Board Game Geek API FAQ

Is the Board Game Geek API free?

Yes. The Board Game Geek API is listed in the Games & Comics category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the Board Game Geek API require an API key?

No. The Board Game Geek API requires no authentication, so you can start making requests without signing up.

Can I call the Board Game Geek API from the browser?

Not directly. The Board Game Geek API does not allow CORS, so call it from a server, serverless function or proxy instead of front-end JavaScript.

Does the Board Game Geek API support HTTPS?

Yes. The Board Game Geek API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.