Aug 16 , 2023

9 Oldest games in the world

By True Scoop

Senet: Ancient Egyptian board game, over 5000 years old, blending strategy and chance, a glimpse into ancient culture.

Mancala: Traces back 1300 years, African game of counting and capturing, played across continents in various forms.

Go: Chinese game spanning over 2500 years, abstract strategy of capturing territory, symbolizing balance and harmony.

Dice Games: Ancient dice found in Mesopotamia, dice games like Twenty Squares offered entertainment over millennia.

Royal Game of Ur: Mesopotamian race game, 2600 years old, uncovers society and rivalry in its intriguing design.

Chess: Over 1500 years old, originated in India, strategic board game of tactics, hierarchy, and mental prowess.

Jacks: Tracing to ancient knucklebones, global variations like Five Stones showcased dexterity and coordination.

Wei Qi (Xiangqi): Chinese strategy game with a history exceeding a millennium, showcasing military tactics and diplomacy.

Hnefatafl: Viking-era board game, a precursor to chess, featuring unequal sides in a territorial struggle of wits.