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'''Board game''' is a type of [[game]] that is played on a flat surface, often referred to as a board. This board may have markings and designated spaces, and the game is often played with pieces or counters that are moved across the board. The outcome of a board game is usually determined by a player's decisions, strategy, or luck.

== History ==

The history of board games dates back to ancient times. The oldest known board games include [[senet]] from Ancient Egypt and the [[Royal Game of Ur]] from Mesopotamia. In ancient Greece, the game of [[Petteia]] was popular, while in ancient Rome, [[Ludus latrunculorum]] was a common pastime.

In the 19th century, the industrial revolution led to the mass production of board games, with games like [[The Mansion of Happiness]] and [[The Game of Life]] becoming popular. The 20th century saw the rise of modern classics like [[Monopoly (game)|Monopoly]], [[Scrabble]], and [[Risk (game)|Risk]].

== Gameplay ==

Board games are typically played by two or more players who take turns. The rules of the game dictate the objectives, which can range from accumulating points, reaching a specific location, or depleting the other player's resources. Some board games, like [[chess]] and [[checkers]], are purely strategic, while others, like [[snakes and ladders]] and [[Candy Land]], rely on luck.

== Types of Board Games ==

There are many types of board games, including [[abstract strategy games]], [[Eurogames]], [[American-style board games]], [[cooperative board games]], and [[deck-building games]]. Each type of game has its own unique characteristics and gameplay mechanics.

== Impact and Influence ==

Board games have had a significant impact on society and culture. They have been used for educational purposes, to teach concepts like strategy and planning. They have also been used as a form of social interaction, bringing people together in a shared activity. In recent years, board games have seen a resurgence in popularity, with new games being developed and old classics being rediscovered.

== See Also ==

* [[List of board games]]
* [[History of board games]]
* [[Board game design]]
* [[Tabletop game]]

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			File:British_Museum_Royal_Game_of_Ur.jpg\|British Museum Royal Game of Ur
			File:Macuilxochitl_Patolli.png\|Macuilxochitl Patolli
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			File:Attic_Black-Figure_Neck_Amphora_-_Achilles_and_Ajax_playing_a_board_game_overseen_by_Athena.jpg\|Achilles and Ajax playing a board game overseen by Athena
			File:German_-_Box_for_Board_Games_-_Walters_7193_-_Bottom.jpg\|German Box for Board Games
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