The most obvious examples of this are the games Apples to Apples/Cards Against Humanity, both of which are extremely popular at large gatherings because they are easy to transport and can be played by almost an unlimited number of players.
Because of this, card games have more appeal for parties and large groups. Card games tend to amplify this effect, with many card games exceeding the 3-4 player average and allowing for large numbers of people to enjoy. A vast majority of board games have at least 3-4 players interacting with friends and family is a big part of the tabletop game. I can’t emphasize enough that one of the best things about board games is the social aspect.
