TOP 2 OLDEST GAMES IN WORLD

 TOP 2 OLDEST GAMES IN WORLD 

 

1. Mancala : Mancala is one of the world's oldest popular games and has been played for centuries in various forms across different cultures. 

It is originated in ancient Africa and it is one of the world's oldest games and has been played for centuries in various forms across different cultures.

Mancala has been played traditionally by people of all ages and backgrounds, often as a social and family. It also gained popularity in the digital world with Mancala video games and mobile apps allowing players to enjoy the game on various platforms

How to play : Mancala is a two-player abstract strategy game that is easy to learn but offers deep strategic gameplay. The game is typically played on a wooden board or with holes dug into the ground.

There are many variations of Mancala, but the most common version is known as "Kalaha".

2. Mahjong : The Mahjong is also one of the oldest board game. It was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. The name Mahjong derived from the Chinese word for sparrow and it is very much easier to learn.

The game of Mahjong, often simply referred to as Mahjong, is a traditional Chinese tile-based game with a rich history and cultural significance. 

It is deeply rooted in tradition and cultural significance Especially in East Asia, particularly China and Japan.

Mahjong sets are made of tiles crafted from materials like bone, bamboo. The tiles often feature complicate designs and Chinese characters. These tiles are considered a part of the game's heritage, and there is a strong preference for using traditional sets in more traditional settings

How to play : It is a 4 player game. A set is three or four identical tiles or three consecutive tiles and a pair is two of the same tiles (often called 'eyes'). To win mahjong a player must form four sets and one pair. When you know you have a winning hand, you can shout 'mahjong!