Operation Vintage Board and Traditional Games

Operation Vintage Board and Traditional Games

A true classic and a much-loved family favourite, Operation is an exciting game of dexterity and precision. Players practice their surgical skills by carefully removing parts from the patient using a small pair of tweezers. In doing so, they must try not to touch the sides, setting off the buzzer and illuminating the patient's bright red light up nose.

In order to complete the game, the poor patient must be cured of a range of fictional and funny ailments. As well as being a game that has been enjoyed by countless families over the years, Operation teaches children valuable lessons in concentration and focus, whilst also improving their hand-eye coordination. There are many variations of the iconic board game available to choose from in Operation vintage board and traditional games.

The classic Operation game, from various years

Families and collectors alike can find Operation sets released in different years. Versions released in different periods feature design variations such as alternate box artwork. If a particular game or box year is required, then there are plenty of release dates to choose from, allowing you to complete your collection of vintage board games .

Themed variations of the game

In addition to the original game theme, alternate themes can be found such as the Simpsons Operation game where players must perform their careful procedures on the hapless Homer Simpson. These alternate themed versions of the game provide an exciting visual and comical twist on the already hilarious and attention grabbing original. Collectors will find these special themed editions of Operation to be of particular interest too.

Boxed and unopened box options

When buying Operation board games that were not bought new and sealed, those with their original box can regularly be found, often with the box kept in excellent condition. Vintage sets with an unopened box can also sometimes be found, perfect if a pristine boxed look is required, for a gift or to form part of a serious collection.

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